The Beach Shack in Isle of Wight

A must for lunch ! We both had crab salad . A mountain of fresh leaves home made slaw and fresh crab on top served with crusty bread. Lovely Sea front table uninterrupted views out to sea

Great setting for being super close to the sea. The food & service today was as good as ever… delicious home made soup & sandwiches… great quality & value.

Brilliant friendly little place well worth the walk down and climb back up the steps! Andy and his wife rocked a really lovely welcome, great wine and fresh prawns! Great find

Beautiful eatery with outstanding views. Great family run restaurant. No bookings, just queue up, dog friendly, simple food - crab salad, pint of prawns, sandwiches but very well done. We had crab salad and a pint of prawns between us with a cold bottle of rose and followed by ice cream. Highly recommend all. Very friendly staff. Can offer GF bread. Fantastic views of steephill cove. Ate here twice in a 3 day visit to the island.

Aside from the most perfect location on the sea, making you feel like you’re in Greece on a sunny day, the staff and the food at this lovely place are exceptional. Simply done food, executed well - crab sandwiches where you can taste the crab as it isn’t covered in sauces and spices. Good drinks selection. The most lovely service. We had a fantastic and memorable lunch from 12-87 years old and all our requests were kindly dealt with. Thank you!

Arrived for a drink after walking along the coast path and apart from a warm welcome the first thing done was brought out a bowl of water for our little dog. We didn’t ask it was just part of the great service here. Really nice staff and great views. Worth the walk alone.

Good service. Tasty food. Nice setting and genuinely pleasant. The food isn’t Michelin starred but not aimed to be. Had a very tasty tuna baguette and fresh crisps. Lovely little walk to get down to this tiny beach with is highly recommended. Staff friendly. Not expensive and lovely with the water smashing into the rocks so close by.

Excellent location in Steephill Cove, literally right on the Seafront, lovely spot to have a lunch. Sandwiches were good, generous fillings. Perhaps a bit on the pricey side but worth for the location. Alcohol is available for those that want it, service was good.

Found this place by accident on a coastal walk. The best crab soup I ever had. Amazing! Swedish cider was nice too. What a gem. Rick Stein come and taste it!

What a picture perfect location for a cafe/bistro. You are practically on the beach here with the e most amazing views. Not many tables & chairs, luckily we managed to get a seafront view one on this beautiful sunny April Thursday. We shared prawn sandwich with a couple of drinks & spent a delightful 40mins or so. The sandwich was delicious & packed full. Yes, as others have said it is on the pricey side, but sometimes the location & food is worth it 😋

1 4.4 (161) Reviews All Service Meal Price lunch16 sandwiches14 island12 crab sandwich11 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Kirsty Seward 12 reviews I can't rate food or atmosphere as I ended up telling them not to worry about it.. I initially asked for 2 coffees to take away (to sit on rocks) and was intending on having some lunch.. Thank you to the lady and young girl who tried to …More Mark R Local Guide·71 reviews·82 photos 7 months ago Dine in | Lunch | £10–20 We usually try and visit here when on the IOW as the location and craft salads are really great! It's not easy to reach but a short walk is all it takes. We have seen it busy at lunch times and it's not possible to reserve a table so we try …More Photo 1 in review by Mark R Photo 2 in review by Mark R Luke Hatherley 5 reviews·2 photos 5 months ago Dine in | Lunch | £10–20 A fantastic little spot to watch the waves crash onto the beach. The food was great and the staff were very helpful. Definitely recommend …More Photo 1 in review by Luke Hatherley Photo 2 in review by Luke Hatherley Andraea Posnett Local Guide·69 reviews·80 photos a year ago Dine in | Lunch | £10–20 Cute place to stop for some lunch and lovely being sat right on the rocks. Had the crab sandwich, filling was great. Super tasty and juicy. Think it was let down by the choice of white bread, for £11 you'd expect something of better quality. Photo 1 in review by Andraea Posnett Photo 2 in review by Andraea Posnett Kirsty Seward 12 reviews I can't rate food or atmosphere as I ended up telling them not to worry about it.. I initially asked for 2 coffees to take away (to sit on rocks) and was intending on having some lunch.. Thank you to the lady and young girl who tried to serve me in a friendly manner. You are unfortunately let down by the man with the beard who I'm presuming is your boss.. he was incredibly rude to me growling at the lady and girl not to serve me and to put frozen delivery away.. the staff deserve better management and respect.. bearded guy stood, I'm guessing doing paperwork.. Young lad hovering and , honestly? It wasn't a hot day so I'm sure one person could have made a couple of coffees... To be honest, I would have been happy to have waited if you hadn't of been so rude to me and your staff.. Not a great start to the season.. I hope you apologise to your staff and start treating them more respectfully ASAP! I'd be happy to help with customer service and management skills training. Kirsty (ex Landlady plus 20 years experience in customer services)

This beachside cafe is in a lovely spot, Steephill Cove, which is tucked away at the bottom of the cliffs near Ventnor. It’s a great place for a walk by the sea, and it’s deservedly popular among visitors. The speciality is the crab sandwich, which is perfectly OK (fresh crab between two slices of ordinary sliced bread, and with a few crisps and salad leaves) but ridiculously overpriced at £16.75 a pop. The service is brisk and efficient. A nice place to visit, but three of us paid £50 overall for a crab sandwich each, and that felt like too much.

This place is situated at Steep Hill Cove below Ventnor. As the name suggests there is a very steep hill down to the cove but it’s certainly worth a look. The small cove is picturesque and quaint with weather beaten structures and beach paraphernalia. The shack was the only sign of any life when we arrived in pouring rain. We ordered a crab sandwich and a crab soup. Both were delicious and freshly prepared. Yes the prices aren’t cheap but bear in mind they have to haul all of their supplies down to the beach and you’re enjoying a meal sat in the midst of outstanding sea views on a quiet English coastal shore. Thanks to the team who were very friendly and served us well!

Disgusted with this place, had to give 1 star should have been 0. Travelled to Sandown just to go to this Restaurant as a treat for my parents, paid for parking, Elderly people had to walk to restaurant to find it was closed Although advertised as open. Complete waist of time missed lunch had to leave very disappointed. Do not waist your time.

Pricey! Now £15.75 for a crab sarnie with a little pot of crisps (& that didn’t include a drink) - but a beautiful spot, and it was a lovely sandwich!

Great place to stop off for a drink after your walk from Ventnor Esplanade. Stunning views and right on the beach. Service was quick and efficient Would love to come back for something to eat next time.

We had a wonderful lunch here this week. The food was outstanding and the service fantastic. Really accommodating with our children too (5 and 7). Lovely spot to enjoy the views too.

We had a lovely walk from Wheelers Bay, Ventnor to Steephill Cove and called here for lunch. We both had crab salad which had a generous portion of crab. Excellent service located next to the sea. Perfect!

Seems like a average cafe on approach but the setting is stunning especially on a summers day over looking the Sea. However…. When I ordered the Fresh Crab sandwich for £15!!! I was expecting something out of this world. Don’t get me wrong the crab and the bread were lovely, but that was it, - it was accompanied with half a bag of plain crisps and a few leaves. Felt very ripped off. I wouldn’t really recommend if I am honest, as the prices don’t reflect the experience. Steep hill cove is lovely, but there isn’t really a lot of choice for eating apart from here or 2 other small eating places. Shame as could be a real winner.

Had drinks and ice cream from here. Ice cream was ok. Hot drinks weren't great. It was very busy so I give the benefit of the doubt. Will come back another day.

We walked down the very steep path hoping to eat at the Crab Shed which had been recommended. Unfortunately the Crab Shed was closed so we had no choice but to eat at this place. It is really overpriced (£15 for a very ordinary crab sandwich!) and the staff were rather unfriendly. Such a shame as the setting is beautiful, but we will not be visiting again.

Resting after a long walk,a couple encouraged us to go down to The Beach Shack...... thank goodness we did! I don't take pictures of food but just had too. Mouthwatering egg mayo sandwich...never had better.

Before we seated we were told “there is no crab and if you need the loo we don’t have toilets”. The first thing our waitress said was “we don’t have crab and we don’t do ice here”. What?. Anyway perhaps I am being petty. Despite the staff’s downbeat attitude the food and setting was excellent. Would certainly go back, but please work on your welcoming guys!!!

Happened to come across this by chance and glad we did. The service was v prompt and the cream tea was fantastic, pot of tea plus an extra pot with hot water. Hot frothy milk served with an americano and warmed scones. Thank you.

It's a bar, a bar that serves food. But what was really impressive was the manageress controlling in not too officious manner all her customers to ensure we were all appropriately distanced and safe. This is a well run establishment. Great views

What a find! The views are amazing, the staff were great in getting our party of six seated as quickly as possible and the food was excellent.

Had the most amazing crab cake. Great place to watch the sea and relax. Especially after a long walk from Shanklin. Very friendly staff too. Good for solo travelers.

A good place to hunker down when the wind was whistling through. I do feel that with some changes to the menu this could be the Ventor/Steephill Cove version of The Hut (Colwell Bay)! We had a coffee here before walking the cliff walk to Niton Undercliff

Walked down to the cove and decided to get a light lunch. We both opted for the crab salad which was beautiful, fantastic fresh produce with a lovely dressing and fresh chunky bread.Staff were very professional and were extremely good at keeping to all the COVID rules. Highly recommended.

Beach front cafe style restaurant. A group of us stoped by for drinks and lunch, advisable to book as always a que outside to get in. We all had drinks and various sandwich’s, baguettes which were lovely. I had fresh crab baguette which was superb. Prices reflect the good food but would definitely visit again.

Fantastic little spot! Top quality crab and prawns run by professional and friendly staff - highly recommend for an informal lunch. Situated on coastal path a few minutes from Ventnor esplanade. Definitely worth the walk!

We had lunch at the Beach Shack today. It was a lovely experience and very well managed in a Covid secure manner without any fuss. They were also very accommodating to our dietary needs, which was much appreciated. Would highly recommend a visit.

Being from the island I apologise to the visitors who have to suffer the rude & condescending attitude of the owner. We only asked if they were open as the signage is not the clearest & got spoken to like I was an imbecile & 5 years old. If his cafe was in another location he would not last 5 minutes so my advise would be avoid.

My goodness, what a location. We enjoyed drinks and cakes with the sea steps away. Very friendly service, water and treat brought for our dog , thank you.

Absolutely the best place to get a crab sandwich on the Island by far which you can accompany with a pint of Fuggle. Always worth the walk down and we visit whenever back on the Island. So dog friendly with a gravy bone and bowl of water for our dog every time who also loves the Beach Shack and usually goes to sleep under the table....something he infrequently does. I struggle to recognise the adverse reviews of the owner on Trip Advisor as I’ve seen the challenges he has getting people to adhere to the good measures he has put in place to keep all of his patrons Covid safe and read the clear and simple signage such as queue here....I totally understand why he needs to be frank with somepeople who don’t appear to be able to follow simple instructions and clear signage ! We will be back soon.

The cowboy was so rude ! I only asked how we got in and he tore into me talking to me like I was a stupid peasant I said the signs were not clear he said IT WAS SIMPLE LOOK AT THE SIGNS erm ? I did there was a NO ENTRY SIGN what a horrible person he is I think he was on his period ?

This is a fabulous location. The food was at best average, and the staff were not friendly. I understand that running a restaurant at the moment is difficult. However, it is important to make your customers feel welcome and valued and not an inconvenience to be tolerated.

Lovely venue with friendly staff, we had some lovely sandwiches and a coffee. This is a real hidden gem off of the normal track! Well worth a visit.

Not many vegan options but what they did have were tasty. Female staff were fantastic but the older male server was very short with us for no reason, not needed. Food made up for it though.

Great food, fabulous view. We loved the crab soup, crab salad and also the specially ordered in lobster salad that Andy arranged for us.

Back to our favourite place. Wonderful to be back in the Cove enjoying the atmosphere, food and views. Felt very safe with the COVID-19 safety measures put in place and the hospitality and charm of the Beach Shack remains the same. Weather was mixed during our hols so we got to sample the best ice creams, soups, salads and bacon Sandwiches . All ingredients are chosen with care and all delicious. Can tell the team are genuine and expert foodies! Thrilled with the gluten free options. Looking forward to being back already! Cannot recommend highly enough. If you are anywhere near the Cove a visit or takeaway to the nearby beaches should not be missed!

My wife and I visited The Botanical Gardens near Ventnor a couple of weeks ago. Locals had recommended walking down the steep hill near the gardens to the bottom. This is Steephill Cove - aptly named. We decided to have a light lunch in The Beach Shack. A good choice. There ws a reasonable choice of cooked meals and light lunch and it was priced fairly. The "shack" is adjacent to the beach. You can feel the salt spray. Superb fresh crab sandwiches on wholemeal bread and a pint of local beer. What more could you ask for.

We parked and walked down to the Beach Shack. There was no indication of how far so we were a bit surprised by the distance. However, it was certainly worth it. The location is stunning and the non drivers sipped some beautifully chilled rose wine while taking in the view.

Well organised and Covid secure. Good food and nice wines in an idyllic location. Friendly efficient service. The food is simple and plainly presented but tastes delicious. The crab soup and baguettes are a particular favourite. It can get busy so be prepared to queue at peak times. Dog friendly too.

Have always visited steep hill cove whenever over on the isle of wight. Brought my fiancé over for his first visit and first taste of crab. Great service good covid protocol and was really nice to be able to have gluten free bread and lots of other gluten free options. Good coffee and polite friendly efficient service. Other half said would of been nice to have fresh (not hocks type) bread but was still extremely tasty and I am sure we will be back. The view is stunning.

Our first visit to this idyllic little place was a great one. Pretty efficient service given the current restrictions, great food and fairly reasonable prices.So imagine our disappointment at taking the very steep walk back the next day, looking forward to breakfast, only to find it closed. No sign up except the one stating 10-4 opening hours. Don’t get me wrong, no problem with anyone having a day off but how hard can it be to clearly signpost your opening hours!

My partner and I visited for lunch after a short walk from Ventnor. The location is fantastic situated at the end of the cove with views out to sea.We both had small crab salads which were delicious and plentiful. The staff were great and the service was very good and both food and drinks were sorted very quickly.Overall a great spot for lunch or a couple of drinks with some brilliant views.

We always make this a place to visit it’s a hidden treasure for the food the views and Andy the owner always has a friendly welcome. The food is excellent i can recommend the pint of prawns and the crab salad. A bit difficult to get to but well worth the effort.

Had an amazing crab salad here - fantastic food in a fantastic setting within a quiet cove. a must visit if you're on the south east side of the island!

Fourth time we have been here over the years. It’s a little hidden gem. Good food and views out to sea. The waves come crashing in and occasionally you’ll get splashed a bit. That’s all part of the fun and atmosphere.

Nice sandwiches, lovely prawns, nice beer and afternoon cream tea. Definitely worth a visit for lunch in a lovely location.

Always a five star experience at The Beach Shack......almost hesitate to tell everyone how good this place is having visited many times often with our dog either down from the Botanical Gardens or along from Ventnor.The food here is excellent and my personal favourite is the Crab Sandwich using locally caught crab with a pint of Goddards Starboard Owner is very dog friendly and always makes sure there is a water bowl and dog treats for our terrier.Absolutely on top of trying to keep everyone safe from Covid with clear signage and directions.Will keep going back as long as having left this review I can get back in as usually a busy little place but well worth visiting.

This establishment has a beautiful setting, especially on days when the sun is shining! We were really looking forward to having lunch here today having walked from Ventnor for it, but left disappointed by our experience. We ordered 1/2 pint of prawns and a gammon ham and mustard baguette. The prawns were perfectly OK, but the plain presentation could've been helped with a touch of salad garnish. We paid extra to have a baguette rather than a sandwich and then to add cheese and onion. Fair enough, but what we were presented with for £8.10 was overpriced. The baguette was nice enough but.. tiny! While we also understand that it must be difficult operating in a pandemic, the man in charge was clearly frustrated by his staff who he thought should be elsewhere and we were in ear shot of him telling them so near the clearing station which felt uncomfortable. Won't be rushing back :-(

Great location right on Steephill Cove beach. Friendly host and staff. Quick service. Delicious prawn and crab salads and chilled glasses of wine. Of all the places we visited The Beach Shack was the best in terms of adherence to all the Covid guidelines

Really friendly staff, delicious crab sandwiches, really well planned out social distancing and a lovely view of the beach

We had a lovely meal, and the host was so helpful in fitting us in despite being a large party. He managed to find a table where three mums and five kids could sit a bit away from everyone else and have a much-needed sandwich/salad/pint of prawns! The food was all delicious and staff were very good-humoured about tailoring the menu for slightly fussy children...

Andy is a fantastic and personable host, with a stunning establishment, matched by amazing fresh food. A wonderful meal, in a stunning place which will remain etched in memory. Thank you so much!

Stopped in after my partner got down on one knee :) had the yummiest fresh prawn baguette and the owners dog is so lovely! Great, friendly staff and really good food. Will def stop in again when down that way! (I said yes!)

This is a lovely location over looking the sea, drinks are a bit pricey though but nice atmosphere and lovely views

Andy and Choo are delightful. The food is amazing and the service friendly. They have both become dear friends from our repeat visits.The location is to die for and the cafe caters for everyone, whether on your own, a couple or a whole family. Tea, coffee, beer, wine, sandwiches, cakes......It’s got it all.

Warm and enthusiastic welcome. Enjoyed breakfast overlooking Steephill Cove, served cheerfully with charm and patience. A most hospitable experience and will be back for sure.

Amazing little find after a great walk up steep hill from ventnor. Wonderful food and great service. Well worth a visit.

Thank you so much for our lovely drinks and for being so accommodating to us earlier today. The hot chocolate was lovely. The incredible theatre of the waves was fantastic. Hope we get to come back when it's summer......

Can recommend the crab sandwich or soup. Great views on the cove. Good ice cream too, my favourite is the ginger or coffee. Austrailian cousin was impressed with the local ale.

Stopped off whilst walking the Coastal Path into Ventnor. Lovely views of the sea with good choice of refreshments. Very friendly staff.

Avoid. The menu is overpriced (example: two small scoops of ice-cream in a tub is £3.25 - london prices!), the staff/owners are rude and not environmentally friendly (when asked if they would consider switching to wooden spoons from plastic, they said only if the price came down. Ironic from the guy wearing a rolex).Skip the Beach Shack and go to The Crab Shed down the way: better food, nicer staff, better prices.

Staff were nice a staff was the food and Ice Cream/Lollies. The views as you were eating were fantastic too!

Had a lovely time here as my two sons had an ice cream and a lolz and enjoyed the nice view of the beach with watching the world go by. The breeze was also bliss. The service here for the mains was pretty good and there was friendly staff.

For me there is nothing more enjoyable on a holiday trip near the coast than a good crab sandwich. Our b&b; host recommended the Beach Shack and the recommendation was well founded. Steephill Cove is a charming little spot on the coastal footpath and a stone's throw from Ventnor Botanic gardens. It's a simple beach café with a verandah. My crab sandwich on granary served with a few crisps came in at £9, but it was well filled and delicious and savoured while enjoying the sea view. The chap running it was also very affable and on the ball and made for a delightful visit. You need to be able to manage the slope or steps to get there and back mind, but worth the effort for those who can.

Friendly quick service, delicious crab sandwiches and crab soup. Fine pot of tea. Highly recommend. On a sunny day it is busy but very unspoiled and worth the short walk from the main road or Ventnor. Small beach to relax on afterwards. Bring your towel and a book and enjoy the slower pace for a while.

I'm from the Island originally so maybe im biased..... but..... wow!!! Well worth the trouble to walk down too from the Botanical Gardens. Best fresh crab I've had on the island.

I have lived on the Island since 1985 and have NEVER been down Steep hill Cove!

A coffee stop while on a coast walk...Set right on the sea front ...we sat on the bar stools as close to the sea as you can get ...enjoyed great tasting coffee while the waves crashed in front of us ...even with a little added sea spray .....luv this place ..super clean ...staff constantly clearing tables ..and very friendly too

Lovely cafe. We had lunch and a drink. We ordered the chicken Caesar salad and a tuna baguette. Both good portions, fresh and delicious. Gorgeous views. Great service. Dog friendly.

As part of a walk to steep hill cove, what a stop. Only had coffee and cake (very nice) but it was the view that does it. Can’t be many places where you can have a cream tea and a latte overlooking the channel. Glorious

Went here on a gloriously sunny day and felt like we were abroad. Nice food, friendly staff, unbeatable location.

To get to this little gem is a bit of a trek but well worth it when you get there. The seating areas look out to sea - and apparently recently dolphins have been sighted in the bay, sadly we never saw any of the day of our visit. We always have the crab sandwiches when we go which are out of this world fresh and tasty. But looking at other visitors food the same seems to apply to all food there. The staff are very friendly. Really lovely place - well worth a visit.

Amazing. Views to die for. Great service from all members. Fantastic food. Review doesn’t need anything more.

Visited this lovely little place after a walk down from Ventnor, what a hidden gem. Beautiful views, lovely food and great seating, plenty of shade if you need it. Definitely worth a visit.

Have visited here twice, once with a friend and then revisited by myself as was so impressed. Both times I had the chicken Caesar salad. Delicious! Set in the beautiful steephill cove it really is a gorgeous lunch spot. Lovely service, attentive but not 'in your face'. Nice selection of salads, sandwiches. Is also licensed although I've not sampled their wines etc.

Yes, great location and I know you have to pay for that, but £10 for a crab sandwich using supermarket sliced bread just grates on the my rip-off scale. Upgrade to a decent loaf, guys. I can't believe that will knock your bottom line that much. We were staying in the cove for 4 days and that stopped us returning but you are busy so I guess that doesn't bother you. I also had two bits of shell in my round - shoddy.

Out of all the 6 places we "researched" for lunchtime crab sandwiches, this was the best. Even though, according to the fishermen themselves, crab is out of season in early May, it tasted absolutely delicious here in sandwiches of the freshest bread. Add to that an open-air table with comfortable chairs literally right next to the sea and large glasses of chilled wine to accompany the seafood, and you have the recipe for complete holiday happiness.

Lovely location right on the beach with beautiful views of the sea and beach. The fresh crab sandwich was lovely.

Can't be beaten. Visited here over the recent Easter weekend, managed to grab a table in the shade. Excellent, really fresh crab and a bottle or two of Pinot Grigio to while away a lovely sunny afternoon - really glad we got there early and nabbed the last crab sarnie. Nice walk back to Ventnor for a pint of prawns at The Spyglass.

Such a great cafe and location. Lovely staff and sensible prices.

My wife and I visited this cafe together with our two dogs in late April on an overcast day but just about warm enough to sit outside and enjoy the slightly misty view of the shipping coming and going to Portsmouth and the Solent.

Lovely cafe for morning coffee good at anytime of day really. Just the cove gets busy but well worth a visit.

Stopped for a quick coffee & cake at Steephill Cove, a truly unique hidden gem and a must when visiting Ventnor.

The loveliest café and the warmest welcome. This has been our "go to" café on Steephill Cove for many years and it never disappoints. The best bread pudding on the Island and the most delicious salads. Open from early in the season until late autumn, the magic of Steephill Cove always brings us back, but so does the café.

My wife and I stumbled on this wonderful place on a off-the-beaten-track whilst waling along the coast. We sat at a table on the veranda overlooking the beautiful little bay. Being the summer school holidays and good weather the place was very busy. The menu isn’t extensive but what you get is always fresh and very well presented. Lots of crab, prawns, burgers, sandwiches, salads, breakfasts and drinks.

We enjoyed a walk from Ventnor town to Steephill Cove and, lo and behold, before us was The Beach Shack. It was here that we chose a dryish corner to watch the tide come in and turn as we relished Thai Crab noodle Soup and delectable Crab Toasties, followed by Lavazza coffee and delicious carrot cake...It seemed appropriate to sit being occasionally sprayed by the sea whilst eating its inhabitants on this unseasonably warm November afternoon. The staff were very pleasant too and we will definitely revisit this pearl!

Often found here after a nice summers walk from bonchurch to ventnor then onto Steephill, where you can sample the best Thai crab noodle soup ever followed by a nice cold beer or something more suitable for the kids, all the food is excellent and the view is excellent on a summers day or even on a windy day !, all in all a hidden gem and a must.

Great friendly family run cafe on beautiful Steephill Cove. All the staff are super helpful. Good crab sandwiches and coffee to eat in or go. My daughter is a sucker for their chicken soup. Lovely to place to sit whether in the baking hot sun or blustery autumn day. Very welcoming to dogs too.

What a find,unpretentious,lovely position right by the sea,great value,service excellent for a cafe,loved it.

My partner and I have visited this wonderful off-the-beaten-track cove which is true to its location’s name and have enjoyed lots of super food here. Today it was the prawn cocktail salad with crusty bread - delicious and freshly prepared. We sat at a table on the veranda overlooking the beautiful little bay with its rock pools. Being half term there were a few families there also taking advantage of the exceptional weather and the great food. The menu isn’t extensive but what you get is always fresh and very well presented. Lots of crab, prawns, burgers, sandwiches, salads, breakfasts and drinks.

We did the coastal walk to Ventnor starting off at the Beach Shack with a coffee stating that we would be back for lunch. However when we returned the place was heaving and there was no seating available. We did return the following day after lunch, for a couple of cappuccinos while we waited for some amazing prawn baguettes. Well worth visiting, but beware the timing.

We have been to this outdoor cafe several times over the years. Perfect for a light bite or drinks sat overlooking the sea. I particularly like their gluten free scones, my husband had a normal one, both served warm with clotted cream and jam.

Stunning setting to have cafe/Restaurant the coastal outlook is just breathtaking.

We visited the Beach Shack in Steephill Cove twice during our latest visit to the island, once on an ‘out and back’ trip from Ventnor via the coastal path and once when coming down from the Botanical Gardens whilst visiting there.

A hidden Gem. Staff were brilliant hosts. The menu was very good, enough variety. The food was Amazing 😉 I could not find any fault. Keep up the good work ladies and gentlemen. Would definitely recommend to family and friends.