The Ocean Deck Bar & Restaurant in Isle of Wight

Lovely food polite staff wasn't hurried to choose menu

Not impressed with the over priced food. We had the cheese board & the deli meat platter £16 each! The meat was salami & ham, the type that is sold as a Spanish tapas pack in supermarkets for £1.99. There were three types meat but just two of each very thinly sliced. A slice of bread cut in two, about five gherkins a pot of silver skin onions & a salad garnish. The cheese board was not worth the money either. Will not be returning.

Best and largest carvery we have had in a long time. Lots of choice and all the vegetables were cooked well; not overcooked. Nice to have Cauliflower cheese and stuffing too. Very good value at £15.

Great location and lovely staff, decor could definitely do with some TLC but that isn't anything I would complain about. My issue was the food in comparison to the prices. For not only myself but the others at my table (of which there were 6), the food was not of a good standard. It felt as though the prices reflected purely the location, and not the quality of the food at all. I paid £28 for a piece of fish that had no seasoning, had soft wet skin left on it, and a tiny portion of potato. Another of my friends had a steak they asked to be cooked medium, then could barely cut or chew it. For the prices you pay, I just don't feel the love, care or expertise of preparing/cooking has gone into this from the kitchen unfortunately, at least when we were there anyway which was August bank holiday this year.

Expensive, long wait on food even though not busy.

To avoid at all the cost. We went there on a Sunday evening at 7:30pm, and was told that the kitchen closes at 8pm. I choose the Seafood carbonara with spinach, smoked salmon, prawns and crab. What i had was 2 green dots in my pasta, was it the spinach ? i will never know ! no sign of prawns either but some small shrimps floating in a very greasy sauce. And the salmon ? I think it is still swimming somewhere waiting to be caught. But and the worst were the tagliatelles, it only take 15 minutes to cook them, but our meal was served within 10 minutes. The pasta have been pre-cooked and just plunged in some water before being added to what could have been a lovely sauce. Very overcooked. My partner had the meat and surf, and his steak was completely raw.... We were too tired to say anything so we paid, £60, but honnestly we should have asked for a refund. A very bad experience and will never return again.

To avoid at all the cost. We went there on a Sunday evening at 7:30pm, and was told that the kitchen closes at 8pm. I choose the Seafood carbonara with spinach, smoked salmon, prawns and crab. What i had was 2 green dots in my pasta, was it the spinach ? i will never know ! no sign of prawns either but some small shrimps floating in a very greasy sauce. And the salmon ? I think it is still swimming somewhere waiting to be caught. But and the worst were the tagliatelles, it only take 15 minutes to cook them, but our meal was served within 10 minutes. The pasta have been pre-cooked and just plunged in some water before being added to what could have been a lovely sauce. Very overcooked. My partner had the meat and surf, and his steak was completely raw.... We were too tired to say anything so we paid, £60, but honnestly we should have asked for a refund. A very bad experience and will never return again.

Good location apart from all the derelict hotel buildings either side. Tables outside were sticky and I wiped it myself. Staff are not trained or informed about anything quite frankly. £10 for a crab sandwich, which I returned for a refund, as there was little/ to no crab between two slices of processed shop bread. I was told the crab meat was fresh ! Hard to know if the small amount of thinly spread brown substance I even was Crab. 3 staff sat chatting at a table, whilst a young girl was running around. Order food at the bar etc Save your money

Only went in for a coffee but they had carvery food for Sunday and ut looked good. Dog friendly on the decking or conservatory a bonus

We booked a table in the afternoon with the very friendly and welcoming staff. Arrived at 7pm and had a superb meal which was served hot and well cooked. Dessert was lovely too. A very nice evening and if we had found it earlier in the week we would have gone there instead of our hotel meals. Well worth a visit and very reasonably priced with a great view. Sit inside, in the conservatory or outside.

Our food was seriously disappointing- nothing like previous reviews. A waitress told us it changed hands earlier on the year. Think tiny frozen prawns, stale bread and unfriendly service. Avoid this place.

Waited over an hour for food and the sea bass I ordered was by far the worst I’ve ever had. Very sorry slither of a fish and over-cooked so that it was dry, chewy and tasteless. For £20, I can’t imagine how it could have been any worse - the chef should be embarrassed. Wife and kids’ food were pretty average and very overpriced too.

Customer service is very poor! No regard for time management and prioritization, the waitresses doesn't know anything about food order and doesn't care. Waited for our food for about an hour, even after two follow ups. Some customers ordered after us but had their food served before ours is. Waitress doesn't care about us, we ended up getting everything for take away no utensils given! Mussels doesn't take an hour to cook , including the carbonara and the fried scampi and stuff. I will not recommend eating here! The atmosphere and the staff are unfriendly, it will spoil your beach experience!!!!!!

We had to asked the server to clean the table as it was wet. It was not even wiped dry and cleaned properly. Also, we waited nearly an hour for our food to be served. We ordered ahead compared to the table next to us but theirs came earlier. We have to asked twice to facilatate our order but we were only told they got a big table to serve. Disappointing service

Slow service bad food Seafood spaghetti only has salmon and shrimp

Food, staff, toilets and the view were all amazing!!

Ordered the crab salad and was totally underwhelmed. A boring salad (forgot the avocado...this arrived later) with no dressing, a pot of mushy crab served with just dijon mustard and a dull, white slice of bread. Partners ploughmans was very average ( had to request the butter). Sorry, but felt the need to voice my opinion.

Enjoyed an excellent carvery on Sunday. Beautifully cooked, very tasty. Great service.

We had a lovely meal. We had fish & chips and a cheese burger, followed by ice cream sundaes. Food was really nice. Staff were really friendly and helpful. The kitchen staff were singing which was very entertaining!

Would not recommend as a seafood restaurant. Extremely disappointing We are islanders and will never return or recommend .

What a massive disappointment, would not recommend to anyone. £19 for a portion of fish and chips which had no taste and also came with 2 slices of dry stale bread which apparently should of come with butter but somehow was forgotten. What a let down and waste of money this meal was.

We waited about 45 minutes for our food, while others who ordered after us were served first. It felt like we were forgotten and then avoided.

We waited about 45 minutes for our food, while others who ordered after us were served first. It felt like we were forgotten and then avoided.

Fish and chips were bland/ tasted frozen, dry bread served without butter. Linguine was mushy and overcooked, possibly frozen and microwaved? Really disappointing as we picked this place as they advertised local seafood, so we assumed this would mean fresh however it did not taste fresh. Drink served without ice however staff corrected this, they looked busy and service was slow however they were very pleasant.

Excellent lunch again at Ocean Deck.Staff friendly and very helpful.Turning into one of our regular stops,can recommend the trio of fish bites with dip.

Wanted to find a shady spot to sit and watch the football on my phone and dicsovered this little gem. Obviously a popular place as many of the customers seemed to be regulars. Can understand why. A lovely friendly greeting from Jasmine who seemed to be constantly busy.

£20 quid for a small piece of salmon 1 prawn and 2 small pieces of asparagus and 4 new potatoes ... Quite poor......white wine was warm Service was excellent and even apologised for the food and said they had had complaints about it before. .........

I like the food and the drink but the view isn’t great as it was bit overcrowded.

Met family there for a baby shower. Tables were set out for us all, we ordered food and drinks and the staff accommodated us well and seemed friendly. Some of us had food which was pleasant. We were lucky to have nice weather so sat outside looking at the lovely view of the sea. The service was good.

Beautiful views of the harbour, friendly staff and great food.

I had booked a table for me and my partner for dinner on a Thursday night. The staff were pleasant but service was quite slow. I ordered the Sea bass and my partner had the cod and chips. Food seemed to take a while to arrive, but the waitress apologised for the wait when she brought our food. My partner took the opportunity to order a second beer. This never arrived. His fish and chips was double the size of my food. I scarfed down my rather mean portion of sea bass in no time, as the food was delicious. I was, however, left rather hungry and sat watching my partner as he ate his meal, easily twice as much food as I was given. When the waitress came to clear our plates I raised with her that my food was delicious but was quite a small portion. She said she would say something to the chef but didn't seem to care much. We asked for a dessert menu, but when we were told that one of the 3 options were sold out, we got the bill (partners second beer never having arrived) and we left. I went to the shop and bought myself some more food.

You can eat outdoor which has amazing view

Lovely tasty food,good location most of all the staff where great even though they where busy they where always checking on us making sure we where happy 😊 *****

Breakfast was lovely. Good ambience. I think the food is made to order, so it takes time. The person serving us was very sweet and nice. Had a wonderful time.

OMG, a place that does a great Carvery. Over the years, carveries have been on the decline, so we were delighted to see their sign saying they did them. They do a large and small option, with the small plate being one slice of meat and the large being two slices and some pulled pork. The chef was really friendly and the portions were generous. The meat was cooked to perfection. If you like carveries then this is the place to go especially with sea views.

Dirty table - we had to ask 3 times for it to be cleared. Fish and chips ordered and it was soggy, tasteless. It's self service and if I had known I wouldn't have booked..it's more a place for a drink that a lunch/dinner. Definitely not a place with great food and service where you leave feeling like you can't wait to go back.

Great breakfast, great service.

A disappointing and grim experience. To start, table was sticky, then undercooked and raw batter on the fish (which they did change), and a greasy, oily fish pie which had way too much potato in and not enough fish. The £8.40 wine was disgusting. Sad way to spend £90. Would never go again.

Trio of fish starter, three different batters, squid, calamari, cod, cooked perfectly, plenty to share, amazing find.

Lovely venue, lovely owner and the best quiz I've been too on the island, all it's missing is a curry on the menu 🤪

I can only imagine the chef was off the day I had my Fish & Chip dinner. I would have expected the fish to be large, 2 or 3 mouthfuls and it was gone. It came with very watered-down mushy peas and a slice of white beard. A crusty roll would have been better. It was nice enough (I was very hungry) but for £18, not sure I’d have that again.

Excellent quality food and Friendly staff.

We came yesterday after trying to come a few weeks back when the conservatory was being done. We said we would return next time we were over and so glad that we did. The food was stunning, the service perfect , the atmosphere as it should be and on the terrace the sun was shining. Dog friendly on the terrace and in the conservatory. We shall return when we are next over. Thank you for a great all round expierence.

Lovely food/menu and specials available, issue with bill as duplicate transactions but sorted in the end.

Overpriced poor food with poor service. Opted for a burger because I didn’t think you get that too wrong but it tasted awful.

Avoid at all costs. Waited 1 hr and 15 min for our food. Restaurant wasn’t even half full. Asked the waitresses twice about the time of arrival and was told they will check but no one came back to me. As we were about to leave the food arrived and it was completely inedible. My kids had pizza because they were starving but it looked like a frozen one. My soup was lukewarm and thin and the sandwich was a tiny layer of crab with absolutely nothing else so I could not eat it. Absolutely ridiculous. Out first holiday day and Im worried to go eat out again.

On holiday here at Sandown for a couple of nights, can’t find anywhere to eat! This place wouldn’t allow walk-ins, wanted everyone sat outside (to make it look busy) I even rang up to book a table inside said it was all tables reserved inside

Our first time here since Lizzie and Reece took over. It did not disappoint. Will definitely be making this a regular. Very clean, friendly and professional. Great food and value for money. 🙂

Fist time visit to the restaurant.the food is amazing all the staff are friendly very nice place,definitely 5 star 🥰

The food was terrible and the service was inattentive. It was a complete waste of money.

Left waiting over an hour for our food. When food came on cold plates and congealing inedible.when challenged we were not charged. We were told it was under new management. ( Had been there many times present previously and had put good reviews) Our evening was ruined and will not be going back. Avoid this restaurant if you want nice food and service.

Starters were excessively greasy. We requested cutlery but never received any. The pasta was overcooked and bland. Overall, not appetizing. Will not return.

Hello, do you need a part-time cook or assistant?

Awful. I don't often write reviews, but dining at this restaurant was so bad that it merits one. After having ordered our meals, we were only then told the wait would be 45 minutes even though the restaurant wasn't even half full. While waiting, the waiters not even once came to ask us if we needed another drink or to reassure us that the food was coming. Once finally served, what we got was the worst fish and chips we ever ate, both of which were most likely not fresh but just defrosted, and a cod loin served with mashed potatoes with bacon. No one even asked us if we ate meat! The bill was pricey, and to top it all of, the staff not once asked us if the food was fine.

Seafood board the fresh crab was liked shippans crab paste bread one slice of cheep white bread most disappointing won't eat there again

Absolute perfect find, walked into the ocean deck past smiling, cheerful customers, then to be greeted by the most welcoming professional staff with a twist of character and personality, and that was just walking through the door, drinks Menu was superb with lots on offer at amazing competitive prices compared to their neighbours, Food was absolutely cooked to Perfection, i had a 10oz rump and my partner had a cheese and bacon burger, our princess daughter had chicken nuggets, skin on fries and beans, very difficult child to please at a resturant when it comes to food but, she polished off the lot , deserts where also amazing, the home made old school cake was nostalgic and comforting whilst the chocolate cheesecake was sweet and calming to The soul, to pair off with beautiful spa like views of the sea and cliffs on a sunny day with clean windows, bar, interior , toilets and exterior we we would Definitely recommend. Make sure you visit. thank you to all that worked today thoroughly enjoyed our time there!

The mixed grill did not disappoint at all absolutely banging 😋 Cheesy garlic bread was out of this world staff was so helpful and polite will definitely be coming back here in a hurry

Sadly not the experience we'd hoped for.

We had one of their special on the menu, American Burger. It was delicious and so as the desserts. Service was a bit slow, but overall it was good.

Terrible. We went in and ordered food with 2 young kids. Weren't told there was an hour wait for food. We were just about to walk out when it arrived. It was almost warm and nothing special. I know places get busy but they weren't more than 1/4 full (of just inside tables). Wouldn’t recommend.

Lovely Sunday dinner Been missing a decent roast Staff were friendly and as I understand after talking with some locals the owners will be surely missed

Probably the best carvery I've ever had, shame they are closing.

Absolute tragedy that it closed. Great place.

Wow what a great carvery Shame the owners retire this month (October) Let's hope the next ones r just as good🤞

Right next to the beach. Good atmosphere. Decent food. Unfortunately there was a party going on, which I was not advised of when booking that day. This spoiled the experience and we left earlier than we would have.

wonderful meal, excellent value for money. 7 of us all had really nice meal - would thoroughly recommend 👏👏

I ordered cod and chips and surprised to have 2 almost sausage shaped pieces of fish on a plate of chips. When questioned was told the fish had been delivered today and that it is just fish cut in half…. V disappointed with the whole plate of food. Nice service though, and good location.

Honestly the best carvery I've EVER had out anywhere in my life!,the quality and flavours were amazing and such a selection of veg etc to help yourself to,meat was so melt in the mouth,all cooked so differently from anywhere else I've ever been.Must go to place to eat at.Great prompt service to.

The chilli is excellent and came with a large bowl of cheesy nachos. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely return.

Very good cheese board . Very welcoming and professionally run. Excellent. Tasty food all round.

I own a business so I would never give low stars to another business because it’s just arbitrary, so I have given 5. Great location and good food but you are seriously losing out on two key areas. 1. Answer the phone! 2. Ditch the bell system. The staff need to be out there mingling and making sure everyone is taken care of and upselling more drinks and deserts at every opportunity. Not disappearing and waiting for a bell to ring. Those two point alone are losing you bookings and income.

A great location right on the water, with a lovely “boat atmosphere” inside. I had the halloumi and mushroom vegetarian burger and it was unique and not your average veggie burger. Servers were kind, helpful and attentive. A peaceful spot.

Last night of our holiday, and we had our eye on this place on the sea front. Very busy but worth it. Friendly staff, good service, fair prices, excellent food. We had the ventnor crab ramekin and breaded whitebait starters followed by the seafood linguini and Aberdeen Angus burger, fantastic food, cannot fault anything. Wonderful end to an amazing holiday

We decided to go here for a change as usually we walk to Shanklin for a carvery. We managed to book a table for 3 of us at very short notice. When we got there we were seated very quickly. As soon as we went up to the carvery you could see that the food looked lovely and fresh. There was pork, turkey and 2 choices of beef. The server was very happy in his work and made us feel really welcome and appreciated us chatting to him. The portions of meat were very generous and a great selection of vegetables. This was the best carvery we've ever had and will definitely be back.

The food was ok. Everybody else had good food. My fish pie was ok, but was perhaps a bit over zealous with the cheese. It was swimming in cheese oil. I love love cheese normally but even that was a bit too much for me!! Prawns were rubbery as well. Another person had the cheese “fondue” sadly not accurate as it was a baked Camembert. Could come unstuck with that - because it is a slight mis-representation - but it was still nice.

Wonderful bar and restaurant! Great location. Excellent kind, helpful staff. Very nice latte. Highly recommended.

Lovely view over the sea. A limited but tasty menu. The chicken salad with new potatoes was good and the sticky toffee pudding excellent.

Absolutely loved this restaurant. Staff were lovely and the food was amazing. Will definitely be back .

Absolutely loved the food, staff were very friendly and helpful. Gave good information about dishes

The location of the restaurant is excellent. Staff was friendly and fast service but perhaps the worst pasta bolognesa and seafood pasta we've ever had in our lives... Don't try the pasta, even for free. Apologies to the restaurant because we had a good time, but the chef needs to review his/her recipes.

Great tasty food! Dog friendly, staff were friendly. Nicely decorated, would visit again.

We booked the night before and had Sunday lunch. The best Sunday lunch we have had in a long while, not to be missed. The chef at the Carvery station was a delight! Huge selection of carvery items and all delicious. The whole family enjoyed it and the staff were so welcoming and kind. Highly reccomend this place.

We had a lovely lunch and the serving staff were very friendly

Great food and friendly service

This restaurant has beautiful views of the sea but unfortunately it was raining so the view was obscured . however the food was absolutely gorgeous and good value so deserves the 5 stars

Really lovely food very friendly staff. The guy serving the carvery is bloody hilarious what a treat! Will defo be back!

Great location lovely food, staff very professional

Delightful experience with sea views expansive menu attentive polite staff spotlessly clean and great prices we visit here every week and always consistent and icing on the cake dog friendly the prawn dishes are fabulous highly recommended cannot believe this place is near to the driftwood over the road they may as well be on a different planet

Loved it!!!! Sandown is a gem of a place on the island. Great views, good food and great service. A great place to meet and eat This is wonderful!!! Don't miss out on the sea trikes thanks Matthew!!! Loved your trikes and beach beds and shades. A total package here . .not to be missed!!!;

Great food and great staff. The whole family enjoyed themselves. Baby changing table is located behind the first stall of the women's. You can conveniently call staff via a table button - something you need to teach kids not to play with! I ordered their last seafood linguine which was delicious, the variety of seafood wasn't a lot but the crab and lobster bisque was on point. Would highly recommend.

Great place to eat, near beach and ideal for family meal

Damn good food. Will eat here again and again... Best fish and chips on the s Island.

Not a great experience, service was hit and miss, not just for us but for several tables around us, once dinner did arrive it was very average, the plates seemed to be bulked out with chips and salad to give the impression of good value for money due to a large portion size plate. I would not go back here again.

Lovely seating area overlooking the beach

Lovely place to eat food was excellent also good quality beers

The location is fantastic to enjoy the sea view and have a pint or some food. They have a lovely outside sitting space and inside as well. The staff are friendly. We ordered battered fish and chips and one wide a side of salad instead of chips. Lovely fresh food.

Great food with good vegetarian options. The Halloumi cheese salad and burger were both great. The view is lovely.

Great views, ok food, fast service friendly staff.

Popped in for lunch with my brother and elderly Mum. The service was excellent and their was a reasonable choice on the menu. We all had sandwiches of varying types and each one was well presented and rather tasty. Their is a fantastic sea view to enjoy whilst dining and would definitely go again.

Absolutely delicious 😋 meals.. 2nd time there, and our dinners was just amazingly good.