The best restaurants in Isle of Wight South East

The welcome was first rate. I’m guessing that there was a little problem with staff communication. The young lady who served our drinks was struggling, as some of our party had to wait some time. The food came out at roughly the same time. We were a party of 21. Food. The mixed grill. You couldn’t fault the amount of mixed meats. Lamb and beef, I asked for rare and was told that it couldn’t be done as the meats were cooked in a “package”. The meats came out universally “well done. It seemed to me that they were fairly new to the business and training new staff at the same time. My wife and I, intending returning as a couple next year. Given the amount of effort they’re putting in, I hope they succeed.

Very nice.. Great coffee... Cosy dogs always welcome.. Will always pop in if in Bembridge and need a coffee.. Relaxing inviroment and smashing garden area for hot summer days sipping wine and eating olives.. Staff are like friends from the minute u walk in.

Lovely little place great coffee really nice cakes tried my first frangipani lush it was really nice ladies working there genuinely friendly give it a go gotta be the best in sandown thanks ladies

Looking for somewhere different to go for lunch, we decided to channel our inner sailors and popped on the ferry to Cowes. Our mission? To discover a gem we’d found in the Michelin Guide, nestled midway up a hill so steep it could double as a ski slope. We arrived early and, naturally, indulged in a pre-lunch cocktail. I savoured an excellent dry Martini while my wife enjoyed their Signature Cocktail. Both were top-notch, though the chairs were so low I felt like I was sitting on the floor at a toddler’s tea party. Seriously, they were lower than a limbo-ing rattlesnake. We made it to the restaurant and embarked on a three-course Sunday Lunch adventure. For starters, we had Beef Carpaccio and Trout, which were delightful. For the mains, we chose Roast Beef and Guinea Fowl (delicious but portioned like I was on a diet). We finished with treacle tart and Mille Fois, all accompanied by a delicious Rosé that danced on our taste buds. A delightful surprise was seeing the owners dining in the room, tucking into the same Sunday Lunch. It’s always reassuring when the owners eat their own cooking – it’s a sign they believe in their food as much as we did. My only beef (pun intended) with the place was the table and chairs. I get that it’s a 'Bistro,' but white tablecloths would elevate the New England-style decor from charming to downright chic. In summary, a fantastic dining experience with cocktails to die for and food worth the ferry ride. Just remember to bring a cushion if you don't want to feel like you're dining in the Shire.

Ali (with the braids) was extremely friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The whole venue gave great service and the food was outstanding. Will deffo be back!

Unusual little venue, with small but creative menu. Good vegetarian and vegan options (in fact about half the menu choices are vegetarian or vegan). For lunch, we started with some garlic bread and cheesy garlic bread which was a very generous portion, and in hindsight we didn't need it! My partner had the Vegan Chili Pot, which was impressive and tasty (not massively spicy, tasty). My daughter had the mushroom risotto which was divine! Our little one chose off the children's menu and had a hot dog and chips! My seafood chowder was also very tasty. The food was creatively presented! Nice coffee also. It's a really nice atmosphere sitting in an ex-bandstand building, great views up and down the sea front.

Fantastic food and views from the windows

The food is amazing my favourite restaurant love the staff all are now my friends and the food wow

Great little place nice food warm welcome and great views .

It was the best roast dinner I have had or quite a while friendly service good atmosphere brilliant

A favourite treat night for us , that's not silly expensive ,tho the drinks can catch you out and would benefit by having some drinks offers . But it's all about the excellent steak cuts sourced locally that in our four visits, I've never had to remove any gristle or veins , you can eat the lot ,with unlimited fries & salad that are also excellent & fresh . The manager Rob ,efficient and a joy ,ask him for a song . Dog friendly & booking advised at peak times . Tip ,sit near the doors ,20 tables cooking multiple steaks gets heady , and leave room for me .

A nice visit for a champagne tea and cakes deal, which came by way of a retirement gift. Staff were lovely. Food was good, but glad we didn’t pay for it as there was not a lot of it for £43 per person.

I usually don’t rate 5 stars. Last week during our trip to NYC this was the best lunch ever. Very European well cooked (like at home) and balanced healthy lunch. I ordered the lunch special: yankee bean soup and a salad, non-alcoholic drink included. It was delicious. The Tuna sandwich, chicken sandwich and the onion soup also excellent. The tiramisu was next level, like in Italy. The bistro atmosphere really nice. Great service, the waiters and the manager very friendly. If again in NY, will definitely stop by.

Marvellous chippy ! Staff thoroughly pleasant and helpful - I ordered and paid, and asked for 20 mins so I could nip into the nearby pub🤭 When I returned, the lovely member of staff was just wrapping up my order, noticed me, and called me forward - no need to wait in line, really lovely friendly service - excellent quality and very generous portions ! Thank you!

We had a very nice meal for 6 of us, including 2 teenagers. The curries were very nice and so was the sausage and mash.