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

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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.

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The Steamer Inn

The Steamer Inn

Pubs & Bars
Situated directly opposite Sandown Bay, the family and dog friendly Steamer Inn enjoys some of the best views on the Isle of Wight. In the warmer months, relax on the terrace gazing out across the English Channel, or during the winter, cosy up inside the traditional, nautical themed bar. The Steamer offers a changing menu...
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Harvey Browns

Harvey Browns

Local Producers
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Island Bistro

Island Bistro

Restaurants
The licensed Island Bistro offers a range of good food and drink, most of which is sourced locally. House specialities include homemade authentic curries. There is extensive covered seating outside, with fantastic views of the landing aircraft. The Isle of Wight Airport at Sandown has been established for 82 years and currently operates as a...
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Wight Crystal

Wight Crystal

Local Producers
Knighton, situated in the heart of the Island, is the home to the famous water company, Wight Crystal. The water is taken directly from Knighton Spring, creating the freshest and crispest tasting water around. Owned by Osel Enterprises, who work with families living with disabilities, every bottle bought of Wight Crystal goes towards The Way...
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Say it with Brownies

Say it with Brownies

Local Producers
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Ventnor Haven Fishery

Ventnor Haven Fishery

Local Producers
The Blake family have been fishing the seas off Ventnor Bay for decades and Ventnor Haven Fishery is a much loved destination for fish lovers across the Island. They run day boats into the bay meaning the fish you buy from the Haven is the freshest it possibly can be having being caught and landed...
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Taste of the Wight - Isle of Wight Recipe Book

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.
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Zoe Sadler Tea Towel

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.
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Katy Rose Tea Towel

Katy Rose Tea Towel

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Isle of Wight inspired tea towel hand-drawn by Island-based artist Katy Rose Design, inspired by local and seasonal produce.
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The Garlic Farm - Halloween Themed Family Supper with Magical Entertainment

Halloween Half Term at The Garlic Farm

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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Oktoberfest 2026 at The Steamer Inn

Oktoberfest at The Steamer Inn

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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Oktoberfest Portsmouth

Oktoberfest Portsmouth

31 October 2026
Get ready for a taste of Bavaria as Oktoberfest Portsmouth returns in 2026 for a weekend of traditional German-inspired celebrations. Step inside the huge Bier tent, raise an authentic Oktoberfest stein and soak up the lively atmosphere as Portsmouth embraces Bavarian culture. Whether you’re a fan of German beer, festive celebrations, or simply looking for...
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Tom Axford, Head Chef at The Royal Hotel

Well-Known Isle of Wight Chef Tom Axford Takes the Helm at The Royal Hotel

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...
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Island Foodie Collective - Harvey Browns

New Island Foodie Collective Invites Visitors to Explore the Isle of Wight’s thriving Food & Drink Scene

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...
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Isle of Wight Festival

Isle of Wight Festival 2026: Our Guide to Food & Drink in Newport

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...
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