What to do and see in Isle of Wight, England: The Best Bars & Clubs

June 30, 2021 Jeremy Dunfee

The Isle of Wight is the perfect place to enjoy some peace, quiet and natural beauty. Except perhaps in the summer, when the Isle of Wight Festival draws visitors from all over the world. In 1970, the Festival was the largest rock-music event ever held. It was called Britain's Woodstock and featured Jimi Hendrix and The Who. (Not so much peace or quiet that week.) The island is also known for its world-famous sailing and lovely resorts, where people have been vacationing since Victorian times.
Restaurants in Isle of Wight

1. Indy's

71 High Street, Shanklin PO37 6JJ England +44 7785 535153 https://www.facebook.com/Indysshanklin/
Excellent
86%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 36 reviews

Indy's

Cocktail, Wine, Coffee, lots of Bottled beers, ciders and ales No children after 7pm please. CASH or CARD izettle payments .email receipts only Cocktails freshly made price for Cocktail from £5 Mocktails from £2 Tea/coffee from £2 bottle beer from £2 small glass wine from £3 ( please pay when you order at the bar) thank you

2. Ventnor Exchange

11 Church Street, Ventnor PO38 1SW England +44 1983 716767 [email protected] http://ventnorexchange.co.uk/
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 29 reviews

Ventnor Exchange

The Ventnor Exchange is the town's unique creative hub. Located in a former Post Office the building now houses a studio theatre, record store and craft beer bar with over 50 guest beers. It's the best place on the Island to catch innovative new work, as well as the perfect place to browse vinyl, meet friends and relax with like minded people. The Ventnor Exchange is also the HQ for the annual Ventnor Fringe.

3. Newport Ale House

24A Holyrood Street, Newport PO30 5AZ England http://www.newportalehouse.co.uk
Excellent
73%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 30 reviews

Newport Ale House

4. Cowes Ale House

Shooters Hill, Cowes England http://www.cowesalehouse.co.uk
Excellent
69%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 77 reviews

Cowes Ale House

Reviewed By D6087TRcarolinew

Great place and staff with good selection of Ales German beers and various gins. Great live music and friendly company in a cosy environment as quite compact so get in early when music is on.

5. The Bonchurch Inn

Bonchurch Shute, Ventnor PO38 1NU England +44 1983 852611 http://www.bonchurch-inn.co.uk
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

The Bonchurch Inn

Reviewed By JaneM263 - Alton, United Kingdom

We ate here last night. We were late as we got lost! Worth the walk! The food was excellent. Pasta, fish, steak and pizza on offer. The food was fantastic. Lovely quirky venue.

6. The Castle Inn

164 High Street, Ryde PO33 2HT England +44 1983 613684 http://www.castleinnisleofwight.co.uk/find-us
Excellent
33%
Good
67%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 6 reviews

The Castle Inn

7. The Spyglass Inn

Esplanade, Ventnor PO38 1JX England +44 1983 855338 http://www.thespyglass.com
Excellent
56%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 96 reviews

The Spyglass Inn

Reviewed By DramaDameCB - North Walsham, United Kingdom

Ventnor is our favourite part of the island. We had been to The Spyglass Inn on previous visits and wondered what our experience would be during a pandemic. We were not disappointed. The venue was very covid secure. Lots of cleaning and the tables were socially distanced both inside and outside. As it was a chilly evening we sat inside by the door but still enjoyed great views. The fish was delicious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. A fab venue which has never let us down when we have visited.

8. The White Lion

Main Road, Arreton PO30 3AA England +44 1983 528479 http://whitelionarreton.com/
Excellent
65%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 132 reviews

The White Lion

Reviewed By RhinoKellie - Oxford, United Kingdom

We visited today for a light lunch as had a lively visit a few months ago. We ordered a mushroom & smokey bacon tagliatelle and a light bite lasagne. The service was friendly and the food came out quick. Both meals were really well cooked and the tagliatelle was really flavoursome. Highly recommended the White Lion for its food, atmosphere and service!

9. Chequers Inn

Niton Road, Rookley PO38 3NZ England +44 1983 840314 [email protected] http://www.chequersinn-iow.co.uk
Excellent
67%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
11%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

Chequers Inn

Reviewed By simons303 - Exeter, United Kingdom

Was booked by the company as the chequers was value for money. Lovely room with bath and double shower Had an excellent burger for dinner was served by the owner Mark at breakfast. All the locals I spoke to about the chequers say you’ll get a great meal here.

10. Victoria Tavern

62 Clarence Road, East Cowes PO32 6ET England +44 1983 296472 https://www.facebook.com/victoriatavern2014
Excellent
76%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

Victoria Tavern

Reviewed By Culture73192

Fantastic pub with great food and meets COVID regs. Good range of beers and wines and great Sunday roasts.

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