The warm and inviting Pier View is a nice ale house with a decent menu to boot…read more Decor is sailor bar standard, varnished wood and boating supplies bolted liberally to the ceilings. Warm and friendly with great seating it's hard to find fault. The drinks menu is broad, but the ales are the star of the show. The meal menu is a little less broad, but what it lacks in endeavour it makes up in imagination. I've yet to try something that wasn't delicious.

Great little pub right in the middle of the high street ... possibly the best of the many pubs in…read moreCowes. Doubled in size when the smoking ban came into force, and now has large pavement area with tables too. Very popular with yachties, and scrummy food. Specials board is usually pretty good, but the mega burger is stunning. Gets very busy on summer weekend, so if you want a seat get here early or book. Highly recommend

We came here on the recommendation of my aunt, as I was in search of an authentically English…read morepubbing experience to kick off my trip. This place did not disappoint. Inside it is cozy and dark, and the back room boasts a pool table and TV. Outdoor seating is available; we opted to sit inside where it was warmer. Crisps packets are available for purchase and the menu of 'pub grub' fare looked promising. Live music is featured on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, for those who are looking for some entertainment (apart from just people-watching) with their pints.

Arguably the best pub in Cowes. The staff are very friendly and stock a very full bar, whilst in…read morethe backroom Live Acts can be heard most nights of the week. However, I was disappoint when I last went there on St. Patrick's Day 08 the whole place lacked the atmosphere you'd expect on such a night!

First class real ale pub! There's normally 4 beers on and you can take curries in from the…read moreexcellent Indian restaurant opposite.

Went there by chance after visiting Waitrose for their curry offer (2 mains, one veggy side dish,…read moreplus pilau rice for £8.00)) during a tide stop. This pub is small, clean, charming and FRIENDLY. Sorry we were only there for a short time. We wish the young owners every success. SEAHORSE IV

Just a little pub, but great. We both had the Seafood Chowder and it was fantastic! My friend also…read morehad the Raspberry and Strawberry Cheesecake and it was good too. Reasonable prices and good service. Very highly recommended!

The Lifeboat is situated so close to the water that you almost have to paddle whilst you eat! It…read moreoverlooks the marina in East Cowes and provides a large seating area both inside and out. Being a little jaded by the normal 'pub grub' fare, we opted for the Vegetable Stir-fry Sizzle served with Herb Rice - which was absolutely delicious. Will definitely look for a reason to go back for more!

Only went there for coffee and a cheesecake. Friendly staff, good coffee and a wonderful…read morecheesecake, surrounded by yachts in the beautiful marina.

Quite a trek, near Cowes. Amazing food and really clean and crisp interior, just slightly loud.read more

I don't often use such adjectives to describe an eating experience, but our visit to the Portland…read moreInn was truly exceptional. My husband had the steak and ale pie, and I had the summer salad which included chicken and scampi in sweet chili sauce. Both dishes were absolutely outstanding, and we've been traveling for more than a week in England and have been to England before. Had to be right up at the top if not the top meal we've had in England! On top of that, we were late to an attraction, and as we walked down the street after leaving the pub, the owner Mark pulled up alongside of us and insisted on giving us a ride to the ferry so we'd have plenty of time to see Osborne House! Of course we came back and visited a couple of additional times, and were never disappointed by the coffee, the Ale, the food, or the company. We would highly recommend this pub to all comers!

Had an acceptable meal here with friends. Decor is naff but the friendly service made up for it. My…read morecalamari was not the best I have had. I enjoyed my spaghetti main course. We got a complementary nightcap. 8-)