Amazing place! Haven't had better food, service, or a fun time since I've been on the Isle of…read moreWight. The owner and the staff are just brilliant. I can't recommend this place enough. We were visiting family while over from the US and this place has a fantastic atmosphere and great food.

On a return trip, the girlfriend and I popped back to Blue Haven to pick up some fish and chips for…read moredinner She got her favourite rock salmon and I picked tiger prawns (only thing on the menu which wasn't fished locally). The food was cooked to order and for the small price of a short wait, it was delivered piping hot Mmm. I can see why people travel from around the island to get fish and chips here. The batter is so light and non greasy, staying super crunchy. The fish and prawns were fresh and a generous portion was served. The servers also gave us a generous portion of scraps (crispy bits) at my request The chips were also crispy shelled and had a fluffy interior. They didn't become soggy at the bottom like a lot of chip shop chips Definite 5 star venue

Well worth the trip from Cowes, and the short wait while they are cooked fresh. Superb fish and…read morechips!

The family at AtlasAdventured highly recommends this restaurant!…read moreIf you ever find yourself on the Isle of Wight (doesn't matter where), you should definitely make a point to eat here. It was so nice we went twice! Both visits were amazing. The outside of the restaurant is very unassuming, but once you walk in you are greeted by a clean, modern oasis. Great location right along the beach in Sandown. Not too many tables which gives it a more intimate feel. Great menu selection with creative yet familiar daily specials. The chicken sandwich was the best sandwich we had on the IOW! Perfectly seasoned with a great kick to it and the chicken was juicy. I would like to say that our daughter is a noodle sommelier, and the kids tagliatelle was one of her all time favorite pasta dishes! The drinks were also fantastic. The salted caramel espresso martini was the highlight of our visit. Sweet and strong. Absolutely perfect. Shout out to Josh for the impeccable service. He was very welcoming and attentive, and great with our toddler. Thank you for making this a memorable experience!

Excellent food and staff with amazing view! Pizza is fantastic and you cannot go wrong with any of…read morethe seafood dishes! Very tolerant of children before 8pm.

We stayed at the Waterfront Inn this summer and it was wonderful. On a warm summer's evening you…read morecan sit on the terrace/patio/decking with a cold drink and watch the sea and the moonlight. During the day you are a stone's throw from the beach. You have to cross the small road, the pavement and then you are on the beach it couldn't be much closer. The rooms are comfortable. The food is good. The staff are very friendly and the owners very welcoming. They even accept dogs. Brilliant.

What a find! We came…read morefor the May Day Bank Holiday and stayed two nights. Our room was right at the back and wasn't anything fancy, given that it was the last available was still comfortable. All of the others looked to be of higher standard. They had a live band that played until 11am both nights, so the front rooms should be avoided if you want an early night. The best area is the terrace area which faces out onto the sea, even though it was early May it was a suntrap and warm enough to sit outside with drinks in the evening. We had breakfast both mornings and dinner there one of the nights, we had no complaints about the food. I would stay here again.

We stopped in Godshill for dinner after an afternoon sightseeing (Orborne house and grounds, and…read morethen the Brading Roman Villa), because I'd seen it recommended on Yelp. We parked down the street and walked here, and it was pretty busy around 4pm. I'd wanted to try some local cheeses while in the UK, so I ordered a cheese platter (6.95 pounds) as an appetizer and the Duck platter for my main. The cheese plate included crackers, some fruit paste, apple slices, and three local cheeses. I wasn't a huge fan of the crackers, which reminded me sort of like communion wafers in taste. The cheese was tasty, but I neglected to write down which cheeses we ate, so I can't really remember those. The Duck plate... Holy cow! Delicious! It came with gravy, on a bed of (red?) cabbage. I remember the way the salty, tender meat went together SO WELL with the gravy, combining the savory with the mild tang of the cabbage. As I was eating it, I was actually surprised by how flavorful the meal was. I can't say I eat duck a lot, but the way they'd prepared it really brought out the salty, savory taste. PROS: -Delicious, hearty pub fare. -Lots of locally sourced ingredients, from the meat and cheese, to the vegetables. -Cozy atmosphere, with a lot of exposed bricks and wood. CONS: -I wasn't a huge fan of the provided crackers... they reminded me of communion wafers, though I imagine there's some specific reason for that lack of flavor (to really highlight the taste of the cheese, perhaps?). -Small parking lot; I could see this place easily getting packed. THE VERDICT: This was the perfect place to stop for a meal after our long day. We arrived hungry, and left satisfied. The food proved to be delicious, simple fare, made from local ingredients and seasoned oh-so-perfectly. A fairly happening spot when we were there, I would definitely consider coming back here again if I was ever in the area.

After a day out sightseeing and driving around the countryside, we decided to stop into The…read moreTaverners to partake of happy hour. The interior is welcoming with a definite quaint, homelike feel, from the rustic beams to the uneven floor (fear not: cardboard coasters are provided with the express purpose of steadying any wobbly tables or errant chair legs). An interesting feature is the large blackboard on the wall indicating via colored dots what is at the peak of its taste and freshness (meat/fish/fowl) according to the season. There is a lot to see here, including pet-owners bringing their dogs to this pup-friendly pub (note: there is a container of dog biscuits at the ready). It seems like this pub also has an international following, as at one point I heard a group of tourists speaking English (but not quite) at a neighboring table. I later found out that they were visiting from Canada. Surprisingly for a pub, the wine list is comprehensive, even rivaling that of some restaurants. As happy hour was quickly morphing into the dinner hour, we decided to take a look at the menu. I appreciated that the offerings were accessible and local/seasonal in nature as it is often tricky navigating a menu in an unfamiliar country. After some deliberation, I decided on the dover sole (excellent and very moist with the bone still in) and my Aunt had the roast with seasonal vegetables. This was a leisurely meal, with none of the rushed feeling or hovering that often evidences itself in dining establishments. I wish that I could magically transport The Taverners to a corner near me so that it could become a new favorite watering hole, especially as the cold winter months approach. For now, I will just have to content myself with filing it away as a quality eating and drinking option for the next time I am in England.

We absolutely loved this place. The location really could not be better. Its on a lovely sandy…read morebeach. The place is spotlessly clean, tastefully decorated, child friendly and most importantly serves amazing food. We went back quite a few times. We tried a lot of dishes and every single one was delicious. They are famous for the award winning crab cakes but there is so much more to enjoy here. The fish and chips, the crab avocado crayfish stacks, the seafood medley, the seafood salad, the crab sandwiches. I could go on and on. (Tip: try their wonderful choice of prosecco- a stunner!)

From the owner: We are a family friendly, licensed Beach bar specialising in delicious seafood, served right on…read morethe sandy beaches of Sandown Bay. We also offer fresh coffee and local produce.

I had a 3 course dinner which exceeded my expectations. The staff is very pleasant and…read moreknowledgeable. The interior is typical of the British hotel restaurants I've been to. The food tasted very nice. I had a very comforting roast dinner with tasty red wine recommended by the staff. My only criticism is that it is very pricey but had it included as part of my stay. Oh, and it is part of the tastecard scheme!!

We needed to find somewhere to eat close to the ferry terminal as we didn't have s great deal of…read moretime until we had to catch the ferry ! The Gatehouse grill is right outside the terminal which was a good start , we explained to the waiter that we were short on time and he found us a table straight away ,he took our order which was chicken stuffed with ricotta and spinach,roasted vegetables and a tomato based sauce. The restaurant has a welcoming and smart feel , the staff are very knowledgeable about the menu and extremely attentive. The food arrived and it did not disappoint ,it was delicious ! It was a great experience and I would highly recommend the Gatehouse Grill!

My boyfriend and I went here for an anniversary meal after lots of searching for a decent place to…read morego that was within our budget and I'm so glad we ended up at the Gatehouse Grill! It's situated about the Royal Thai restaurant so have to enter the Thai restaurant, turning left and go upstairs to get to the steakhouse. Its nicely decorated and the tables are well-spaced. There's also a nice bar area with a glass floor which is really interesting! There's a large outdoor area overlooking the bay which would be great in the summer. We ordered the deep fried brie to start (and share) and it was really well done. We obviously both ordered steaks for our mains - we got one sirloin and one fillet - both cooked rare. They were great steaks and cooked to perfection. It was also just the right size for one person and it was very filling. We also ordered some side dishes - we both particularly liked the Parmesan, black truffle oil fries which were absolutely delicious! I'd go back just for them! We had the cheese board for desert and it didn't disappoint though as always, i would have liked more cheese. We paired this with a nice glass of port from their selection of 3/4. The wine is reasonably priced and the service was brilliant. The staff were attentive and knowledgable and very courteous; they even ordered us a taxi for when we were ready to leave. I really liked this restuarnat and I can't wait to visit it again.

Famous (and delicious) crab pasties, the staff we also really nife and helpful. You can sit outside…read moreoverlooking the cove or takeaway, they also have quite a wide drink range including alcohol. Not open Tuesday or Wednesday.

Simple and straight forward fresh seafood crab,lobster and mackerel . Fresh crab pasties are very…read moregood also the mackerel ciabatta and crab sandwich are great too. It is set in a unique spot in a lovely cove and with friendly staff and it is a good eating experience!

This was recommended to me when I couldn't get a table at another Shanklin restaurant. I'm so glad…read moreI dined here! The food was fabulous (more about that in a moment) and the staff was lovely. It was the perfect evening meal after walking about 15 miles all over the island. The food was glorious: I had the grilled sardines as a starter and pork chops as my main. The sardines were a revelation, mouth watering in a lemon and garlicky sauce. The pork was perfectly cooked and the sides of steamed veggies and chips (one needs a bit of vice) were of such large proportions, I might have been at home here in the U.S. Even after all that food, I opted for dessert because they had Eton Mess on the menu and I couldn't resist. It was amazing! Truly one of the best desserts I've ever eaten. The meringue was crisp and had a slight lemon tang to it and despite all the cream, it was light, airy and so delicious! This was a budget trip for me so I didn't seek fine dining experiences. That said, this was a glorious and special meal, the best I had during my visit.

We have just returned from a really great meal at The Corner. They fitted us in on short notice and…read morethen produced meals that were beyond good. The service really pleasant (thanks Jess) and the place itself, really nice. Free (after 6pm) parking is just a few minutes walk away.