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

Food & Drink

Eating out on the Isle of Wight is made easy with Taste of the Wight’s guide to food and drink across the Island.

The Island has a variety of places; from fine dining restaurants to proper pubs and everything in between.

You are spoiled for choice, whatever the time of year you are visiting.

The Waterfront
Pubs & Bars
The Waterfront at Totland Bay boasts one of the most enviable positions on the whole Isle of Wight. Set right above the crystal waters of Totland Bay, it is the perfect place to relax in the summer sun and in the winter, cosy up and watch the waves crash up against the large windowed wall....
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The Buddle Smugglers Inn
Pubs & Bars
The Buddle Smugglers Inn is a historic, multi-award-winning inn located in the Island’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This delightful inn is definitely worth a visit, featuring spacious gardens and stunning views of the English Channel, it’s just a short walk down to St Catherine’s Lighthouse. Commonly known as one of the Island’s most popular...
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On The Rocks
Restaurants
On the Rocks is an exciting restaurant experience in the heart of Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight. You’ll find fine food, wines and a varied menu to suit most tastes. They are the Island’s only dedicated black rock grill experience. So pop in and enjoy a wonderful flavoursome meal On the Rocks.
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True Food Kitchen Castlehaven
Restaurants
Nestled in Castlehaven on the southern coast of the Island, True Food Kitchen serves up tasty, simple food in a relaxed alfresco setting. Set in an idyllic fishing cove with its own microclimate, the menu reflects the beauty of the surroundings. Savour fresh seafood, mineral-packed plant-based options, and flavours that will take you on a...
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Smoking Lobster Cowes
Restaurants
The Smoking Lobster Cowes uses some of the best local produce and seafood. The team create Pan-Asian inspired dishes that are packed with flavour. If you enjoy lobster, wild sea bass, mussels and more, then this is the restaurant for you. The wine list has been handpicked to complement the dishes, and they also have...
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