Merrie Gardens Isle Of Wight

Bellamy's Bistro

➤ 71 High Street, PO36 8AD, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Steak • Pasta • Vegan • Seafood

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"we visited last night after a fast Google search and this big little place caught our eye, no nonsense home cooked eating in fast for 8 pm booked. my young had bolognese, as he was very used to authentic pasta home, he got him the thumbs up, and the garlic bread was also on site. my misses had the crab, which was also top notch, as my delicious gammon streak. the owners are wonderful, friendly welcoming and leading a great place, we loved it! the young waitress was also a shady and was perfectly well maintained and professional. both I and my misses work in 5 stars hospitality and we see a beautiful family restaurant and we will be back in spite of him visiting our next island. can not recommend enough.get in booked."

The Caulkheads

➤ 42 Avenue Rd, Isle Of Wight, United Kingdom, PO36 8AY, Isle of Wight

Pub • Pizza • Steak • British

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"My wife and I have visited all of the Character Inns on the island and in each the staff have been very friendly. The Caulkheads is no exception, though this is our least favourite of the group. Despite being the nearest geographically to where we live on the island. It is perhaps because we have visited at quieter times, in winter, when the pub was still rather cold, that it has seemed less inspiring. Though admittedly, we have been disappointed by the food here too, which arrived slowly and less warm than I would have liked. perhaps again, due to being during colder weather, more difficult to keep hot. We haven't given up on The Caulkheads, we will try another visit sometime, perhaps in the Summer months."

Culver Haven Inn

➤ Culver Haven Inn, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Seafood • British

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"Not been here for ages and think its maybe changed owners a couple of times since our last visit. The decor is good, not fussy, just clean lines and comfortable furniture/furnishings. Dog friendly and the pub dog an excellent example of well behaved pooch! We...didn't have a booking, but there was a table free for a couple of hours before the reservation and we only wanted a main course, so staff happily accommodated us. Varied menu with plenty of things we enjoy so we were spoilt for choice. There was also a specials menu and as it was Sunday, there were roasts or braised pheasant. Not something you see everyday and something I ordered and really enjoyed. Veges were perfectly cooked. Hubbie had chicken carbonara, he said it was the best he had ever had and I will have to step up my game next time I cook it for us indoors! Portions huge, so I couldn't try a dessert, but I'm certainly not complaining. Didn't need to eat again today. Staff were lovely, really friendly and helpful. We will be back. So will everybody else we think, so make sure you book!"

Laburnum Cottage Tea Room

➤ 2 Eastcliff Road, Shanklin PO37 6AA, United Kingdom, Isle of Wight

Cafe • Grill • Coffee • Seafood

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"absolutely delicious. we love this beautiful restaurant / teestube, the garden is with small secret places to sit and is so charming. after the visit we decided to order their shanklin cake. That's good, so fleshy. the prawn salad is incredible and the isle of wight tastes so fresh. I think you sticky toffee pudding might be the best I cost. the owner is charming and the staff so friendly. 10/10"

The Beach Shack

➤ Western Esplanade, Sandown United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Cafe • Cakes • Seafood • Breakfast

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"My favourite place on the Isle of Wight. I had lunch here yesterday (Saturday) and though they were incredibly busy they still managed to serve the best and freshest crab cakes I've had anywhere in the world. This place has the perfect blend of relaxed atmosphere and professional service. I'll be back very soon."