Your Local Guide to Food and Drink on the Isle of Wight
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Taste of the Wight, Your Local Guide to Food & Drink on the Isle of Wight

Your Local Guide to Food & Drink on the Isle of Wight

Find restaurants, cafés, pubs and bars on the Isle of Wight…

Discover the best Isle of Wight food and drink with our handy guide to the Island’s fantastic local pubs, bars, restaurants, farm shops, producers and growers.

From delicious locally produced food and drink to independent businesses serving up the best of the Isle of Wight, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Explore our guide and discover your own Taste of the Wight, while supporting the local businesses, producers and growers that make the Isle of Wight such a special place for food and drink.

Food & Drink

Isle of Wight Food & Drink

Cantina
Restaurants
Cantina is a café, restaurant, bakery and kitchen in the heart of sunny Ventnor, one of the Isle of Wight’s best-known towns for eating out. Providing informal, friendly hospitality, you will find the door open all year round. Bread plays a very important part in the menu, in Cantina’s own bakery, bread and pastries, sweet...
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The Stag
Pubs & Bars
A friendly welcome awaits at The Stag a family run pub in Newport. Serving homemade pub favourites, daily specials and The Stag’s Sunday carvery. Luxury en-suite letting rooms with tea and coffee making facilities, flat screen TVs, free WIFI and iPod docking stations. The ‘Garden Room’ is the perfect place for weddings, christenings, wakes, business...
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Local Produce

Isle of Wight Local Produce

It's About Thyme
Delis & Farm Shops
At It’s About Thyme you’ll find a Butchery, deli and greengrocers offering dry aged and local meats, fish, worldwide groceries, local bread and produce. Large selection of cheeses and cured meats, plus a deli counter full of homemade salads, as well as pastries, cakes and Italian coffee.
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Shop

Isle of Wight Products

Taste of the Wight - Isle of Wight Recipe Book

£6.95

The Isle of Wight Recipe Book celebrates Island produce as well as Island people, famous faces and local residents alike.
Zoe Sadler Tea Towel

£8.95

Isle of Wight inspired tea towel hand-drawn by Island-based artist Zoe Sadler, inspired by local and seasonal produce.
Katy Rose Tea Towel

£8.95

Isle of Wight inspired tea towel hand-drawn by Island-based artist Katy Rose Design, inspired by local and seasonal produce.

Events

Isle of Wight Events

17 October 2026
Join Goddards Brewery for its first Folktoberfest, celebrating the harvest with live folk music, traditional Morris dancing, local beer and delicious food. Inspired by Harvest Home celebrations, this community event brings together local performers, great beer and good food. Try Harvest Home Ale, a warming red ale with smooth malt, bright citrus and gentle spice,...
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17 October - 1 November 2026
Looking for spooky family fun this half term? Head to The Garlic Farm from 17th October to 1st November for a frightfully fun Halloween adventure packed with seasonal activities, quirky surprises and plenty of garlic-inspired protection! Follow the popular Spooky Halloween Trail through the farm and woodlands, discovering ghosts, witches, graveyards, pumpkin heads and other...
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17 - 31 October 2026
Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest at The Steamer Inn from 17th to 31st October! Bringing a taste of Germany to the Isle of Wight, this two-week celebration features delicious German-inspired food, traditional music and plenty of festive cheer. Enjoy Oktoberfest-themed decorations, savour German-inspired dishes and raise a glass of German beer as you soak...
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News & Blog

Isle of Wight Latest News

27 August 2026
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One of the Isle of Wight’s best-established destinations for food lovers across the Island is beginning a fresh culinary chapter. The Royal Hotel in Ventnor welcomes new Head Chef Tom Axford to lead its restaurant and wider dining experience. Tom is already a familiar name to many Island diners, with a career spanning some of...
Read more about Well-Known Isle of Wight Chef Tom Axford Takes the Helm at The Royal Hotel
6 July 2026
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For the first time, 10 of the best-known Isle of Wight food and drink producers have joined forces to launch a new initiative, the Island Foodie Collective, aimed at encouraging residents and visitors to explore the Island’s thriving culinary scene. The newly formed Island Foodie Collective brings together independent businesses that not only produce their...
Read more about New Island Foodie Collective Invites Visitors to Explore the Isle of Wight’s thriving Food & Drink Scene
15 June 2026
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Discover Food & Drink During the Isle of Wight Festival 2026 Food and drink are a huge part of the Isle of Wight Festival experience, and the 2026 festival promises an incredible selection of flavours from around the world. Whether you’re craving street food, traditional festival favourites, artisan coffee, or a refreshing pint, you’ll find...
Read more about Isle of Wight Festival 2026: Our Guide to Food & Drink in Newport