Location: Sandown
Top Restaurants in Sandown
Top 10 Seafood food in Sandown, England, United Kingdom
Find out what Seafood restaurants to try in Sandown. Sandown is a seaside resort town and civil parish on the southeast coast of the Isle of Wight, England, which neighbours the town of Shanklin to the south, with the village of Lake in between the two settlements. Sandown Bay is the name of the bay off the English Channel which both towns share, and it is notable for its long stretch of easily accessible golden sandy beach. It is the site of the lost Sandown Castle. Whilst undergoing construction, this was attacked by a French force which had fought its way over Culver Down from Whitecliff Bay, resulting in the French being repulsed. It was built too far into the sea and constantly suffered erosion, until now reduced to a pile of rocks. Later forts in the town include the Diamond Fort (named after its plan), built inshore to replace the castle and which fought off a minor attack from privateers (probably French) in 1788, and the present "Granite Fort" at Yaverland, which is now the zoo. Together with Shanklin, Sandown forms a built up area of 21,374 inhabitants.
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10. The Coast Restaurant and Bar
Reviewed By Helena J
Iâll start with the Menu - what is published online is NOT the menu they run by. You have 20% of the online menu running in the actual establishment. What happened as soon as I got there? Sat down, nice area, great view, looked at the specials board, agreed on an order. What happened as soon as I went to the til to make the order?None of the staff were competent with the til. Guessing my starter was £5.95, when in fact £4.50. Everything ordered was followed by staff asking each other âhow much is that?â âWhere is that on the til?â for 5 minutes. In justice to the staff behind the counter, they are friendly and approachable. Possibly summer holiday employees, good for you! However, management shouldnât have allow staff who handle cash, alcohol and the til to be untrained and lacking competency. I also ordered some bar olives, £2, one staff said to the other âhow many olives do I get out for £2?â Hahah. No staff mentioned any food on the menu that isnât available. After we ordered, what happened? 10 minutes later one of the employees approached our table saying one of the specials we ordered they donât actually cook anymore. Whyâs it on the board? âIâve been meaning to wipe it offâ. As the menu in person was vastly more limited than the one online, there was nothing else wanted to replace it. Went up to the bar, asked for a refund of the order. Refunded just the main, when we asked for the full refund. Reluctant to provide us with a full refund as starters were already being cooked, which is not our problem. Full refund was only available in cash as untrained on the card machine. Train your staff so they donât have to be put in humiliating situations, or get better staff.
9. The Beach Hut Beachside Bar and Seafood Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 428 reviews
The Beach Hut Beachside Bar and Seafood kitchen is a fresh seafood, cocktail & wine kind of place. Quirky. Outdoor. Seasonal. Daytime. On the beach. Reached down wooden stairs. A tiny hut serving seafood platters, cocktails & wines from 12o/c. Chilled. Re
Reviewed By MarkJA59
What a beautiful supper we had with friend and family at this beautiful place set on the beach front. Great service, beautiful ambience and quality local food. Local fish was gorgeous and there was lots of choice - highly recommend booking and a visit here.
8. Beach Gardens cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By MedvedikCistotny
I had a full English breakfast but I wasn't impressed. Portion quite small, sausages low quality and coffee not good at all.Hi there .. unfortunately we don't offer a cooked breakfast on our menu so I think you may have the wrong establishment. Could you remove please. Thanks
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7. Salty Willy's Fish Shack
Overall Ratings
5 based on 31 reviews
Salty Willy's Fish Shack sells a range of locally caught fish fillets in buns, as well as fish goujons and seasoned potato bites. We pride ourselves in using fresh, sustainable Isle of Wight produce.
Reviewed By Ginger2917
One of my friends had found this place but hadn't tried so we went together with another couple of friends and my daughter. When we arrived we giggled at the name of the shack and were welcomed by the owners who clearly liked the reaction their chosen name gave to customers. Already we felt at ease.Each choice on the menu looked delightful and at reasonable prices. 3 of us had prawns in a brioche bun (2 non spicy and 1 cajun). My daughter had mackerel in a brioche bun. One had scallop balls (I think they were). The salad items were also very fresh. It was also nice to see mayo & dressings from the garlic farm being used. Great to be serving local items with the fresh fish.The fish was fresh, tasty and absolutely perfect. We were absolutely delighted with our choices. My only wish is my daughter and I lived on the island so we could visit regularly. Our friends live there so sure they will be back. We definitely will visit next time we go over.Thank you What a lovely review - thank you so much! You're exactly right about the name of our business, it really is a talking/giggling point It was so lovely to meet you all & we're so happy that you enjoyed your 'Shack experience'! We're really proud of the Island and all it's fantastic produce, so we want to use as much of it as we can. We do hope to be able to welcome you back to our Shack soon.
6. The Corner Grill House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 300 reviews
Reviewed By OscarWarwickshire
Let me briefly talk you through my one and only experience of this place. A few days ago I took my wife out for dinner. We went to the Corner Grill. On entering, we were not so much greeted as challenged with a "Have you booked?" question from a female member of staff who I assume was the manager. Ironic considering that the place was, apart from two or three covers, deserted. We told her we hadn't and she waved towards the general restaurant area, effectively telling us that we could sit anywhere we liked on the tables laid for two people.We sat ourselves down and after a few minutes the same lady came over to us. She slapped a couple of menus down on our table. She told us that there was no swordfish and walked off again. It was all a little bit abrupt and to be honest, got my back up a little bit. The icing on the cake came moments later when we heard raised voices coming from around a corner. There was lots of shouting, loud laughter and lots of swearing with the 'F' word used liberally. The manager shouted across the restaurant to whoever was creating the disturbance, effectively asking them to keep the noise down. It was clear that she was shouting at staff and not customers.Our initial impression of the restaurant was not favourable and we decided that in the circumstances we would not be staying. As we left, I looked round the corner and saw that the shouting and swearing had been coming from a couple of young lads in the kitchen. They saw that I was not happy and the manager, when I told her that we were leaving and why, gave them a look. One of the young lads clearly found it amusing because he sarcastically and rather mockingly shouted "Oops!" as we walked out.I can't comment on the standard of food, but I can comment on the standard of the staff. There is no doubt that those I encountered on that night were atrocious. The manager, if that's what she is, couldn't have been less bothered and the kitchen staff acted like out and out yobs. I will not be going back.I patiently waited for this review You had been asked if you had booked as there was a booking at 9pm so we could confirm if it was you or still to arrive. Why not be honest? You left as you heard from the kitchen not swearing at all however about a same sex marriage which you said upon exit is disgusting so in 2019 if a little conversation of a friend gettinf married to yes his 2 males makes you sick and feel thw need to leave then im glad you left as to be honest your very small minded and stuck in a past life It's 2019 not 1920
5. Morgans Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 894 reviews
Morgans serve the finest home made cuisine using the best produce the Isalnd has to offer. Alongside the extensive menu is the special board which changes daily and is known for is fresh local fish and shellfish.About Tim Morgan; After working at several
Reviewed By ANNE_MAC2202
Small restaurant but very friendly. Booking is probably essential at peak days. Had crab & lobster bisque to start and pan fried sea bass for main. Both absolutely delicious. With five others and they all thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Friendly staff
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4. Planet Janet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Boatyman
Prime location just off the beach and next to the Sandringham Hotel in Sandown. Where else can you get a mug of tea for £1.00?
3. Vernon Cottage
Overall Ratings
4 based on 902 reviews
Beautiful thatched Restaurant, Tearoom & Tavern, Gift Shop and Shanklin Tourist Information with lovely sunny Tea & Beer gardens next to Old Shanklin Village car park
Reviewed By collinw2013
Fantastic return visit to Vernonâs Cottage, which is simply our favourite restaurant on the island.From the lovely owners whom we sat and spoke to and whom talked openly talked about their resident ghost, to the fantastically fresh cooked food, to the romantic / relaxed candlelit ambiance, all was superb and faultless in every way.The food was tasty, well priced, good value for money and fresh. The service was quick and the food piping piping hot. It was also so nice to have that personal touch of chatting with the owners, in such a relaxed, beautiful environment.Would most definitely recommend and will certainly look to return.
2. The Ocean Deck Bar & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 585 reviews
The Ocean Deck Bar & Restaurant is set on Sandown Bay. Boasting panoramic coastal views across the Channel it is the perfect place to eat, drink and relax. The Ocean Deck focuses on good, unpretentious, traditional food, using the freshest ingredients, so
Reviewed By Rosieebear
Excellent food, great service, this is the second time we have visited. Fabulous whitebait, delicious smoked salmon. Reasonably priced food and great for families.
1. The Beach Shack
Overall Ratings
4 based on 318 reviews
A family-run licensed beachside cafe with indoor seating and a new, large roof terrace. Casual dining and drinking by the sea.
Reviewed By smiler52
You get what you hope for in the beach shack. Some seafood options, including the perennial favourites of fish and chips, burgers, a very nice sea view, friendly service with a smile, and dogs are welcome, both outside on sunny days and indoors when you are postponing the return walk. We had a pleasant light lunch, I chose the avocado and crab stack, would have liked the lobster but unfortunately not available, the food was tasty, with a small salad and a chunk of crusty brown bread, not an enormous plateful but perfect size for me as I had ice cream room. Husband went for Scampi and chips, again a small portion but perfectly adequate, we both had clean plates. Plan a return visit when friends come to visit, maybe I will be lucky and lobster will be on the menu.
