Places to Eat
The Isle of Wight offers a rich and diverse food landscape, with dining options ranging from casual seaside venues to fine‑dining experiences and everything in between. Here’s a taste of what you can expect—from stunning views and family friendly to creative menus and fabulous local produce.
Whether you’re after a rustic pub meal with sea views, a garlic‑themed culinary adventure, or a Michelin‑style tasting menu, the Isle of Wight delivers. Take a look and enjoy.
Relaxed & Family‑Friendly Spots
Wight Mouse
Chale
A family owned, family friendly free house serving home cooked food & local ales all day, every day. With fabulous views of the sea, amazing sunsets and a great play area its the ideal place to relax and enjoy a meal.
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The Chequers Inn
Rookley
A traditional rural pub situated in the heart of the Isle of Wight within the beautiful countryside. The Sunday carvery is one of the best and a great place for children with an outdoor play area and indoor games room.
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The Horse and Groom
Ningwood
Renowned for its family friendly welcome and home cooked meals for all the family. The pub has an outside Childrens play area – crazy golf, bouncy castle, climbing frames and much more. With an extensive food menu, local ales and an ever changing specials board it caters for all the family.
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The Cow
Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth
Famous for award‑winning burgers in a converted barn; family‑friendly and casual
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The Red Lion
Freshwater
Cozy pub offering quality British fare made from local produce—a perfect balance of comfort and culinary care
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The Waterfront
Totland Bay
The next bay along from Colwell Bay. Outstanding food in a beautiful location. It is in walking distance of Linstone Chine along the coast, if you feel like a nice long walk and tides permitting.
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The Terrace Rooms & Wine
Ventnor
Elevated seaside dining from owners Phil and Tom Fahey—expect refined dishes and wine pairings.
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The Terrace
Yarmouth
Elevated seaside dining from owners Phil and Tom Fahey—expect refined dishes and wine pairings
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The Smoking Lobster
Ventnor & Cowes
Pan‑Asian seafood dishes, from lobster to yuzu miso seabass, with locations offering sea views and stylish interiors
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The Hut
Colwell Bay
A beach‑club vibe with Mediterranean flair—think fish tacos, lobster, and sharing platters. Ideal for arriving by boat and lingering through sunset cocktails
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Gossips Cafe
The Square, Yarmouth
Idyllic setting overlooking the Solent and mainland beyond situated at the entrance to Yarmouth’s historic wooden pier. Breakfast to lunches, with fresh baked baguettes and sandwiches, pizzas, salads, paninis, wraps, jacket potatoes and our ploughman’s and fisherman’s paddles and daily specials. Using local ingredients when possible including Fresh Local Crab, Isle of Wight Eggs, Ham, Sausages and Delicious IOW tomatoes.
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The Boathouse
Fort Victoria, Yarmouth
Eat on the pebbled beach or relax inside. Menu includes a seafood platter, cheese platter, locally made fishcakes, vegetarian and gluten-free options, steaks and salads. All food cooked to order.
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Blueberries Cafe
The Cliff Path, Lake
Award winning cafe, with amazing views across Sandown Bay. Breakfast, light bites and amazing cakes.
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Freshwater Coffee House
School Green Road, Freshwater
Brunch, light bites, pastries and coffee.
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Chessell Pottery Café
Chessell, just off the Middle Road
Breakfast, light bites, lunches and fabulous cakes
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Goddards Bar and Kitchen
Newchurch
Part of Goddards Brewery, you can book a tour and have lunch or an evening meal. They serve Powder Monkey and Goddards beers alongside all-day breakfast, a tasty selection of ciabattas, evening menu, daily specials, and more.
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Braai on Nunwell Estate
Brading
A South African‑style BBQ pop‑up featuring meats from their regenerative farm, plus prawns, salads—served on hearty sharing boards.
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The Garlic Farm Restaurant
Newchurch
A playful and authentic experience with garlic‑forward dishes (including ice cream!), sourced from the working farm it sits on.
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On the Rocks
Yarmouth
The hot stone steakhouse and seafood grill, with an ethos of trying to use as much local produce, or supporting local suppliers. Cook your own food on volcanic rock at your table.
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The Rock at The Albion
Freshwater Bay
The Rock has the spectacular views. Whilst fully air-conditioned, they can throw back the large windows when the weather allows, giving access to the sun-drenched terrace just yards from the waves lapping against the shore. The food includes freshly baked bread to mouth-watering shellfish dishes and their signature burgers. Using fresh, local, seasonal ingredients is at the top of the agenda
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The Royal Hotel
Ventnor
Set within an elegant hotel, good value lunches, traditional afternoon teas and sophisticated dinners where old favourites are offered alongside modern dishes. Awarded AA 2 Rossettes for excellent food.
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Stripped
Ventnor
An intimate venue with minimalistic, fresh Mediterranean menus changing frequently. A hidden gem for serious foodies (book early!).
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RT Café Grill
Ryde
Created by the Island’s first Michelin‑starred chef Robert Thompson, this relaxed brasserie serves elevated favourites like mussels, lobster, and hearty lunch deals.
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The Hambrough
Ventnor
A longstanding fine‑dining destination, now under Michelin‑starred chef Matthew Tomkinson, offering sophisticated seasonal fare in a charming coastal setting.
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