Eating out in Ventnor

Restaurants, inns, pubs and cafes in and around ventnor.

Bonchurch Inn - Bonchurch Shute, Bonchurch

17th-century coaching inn with cobbled courtyard, located in picturesque island village where Charles Dickens wrote part of David Copperfield. Italian specialities feature heavily on the menu, including costata di bue, anatra all'inglese, and spaghetti Bolognese. More traditional dishes are also on the menu, such as ploughman's lunches, grilled fillet steak, breaded plaice, and chicken Kiev. Vegetarian menu. Parking. Wheelchair access.

Open from 11am to 3pm and 6.30pm to 9.30pm daily. Prices for lunch and dinner range from £4 to £13. For more information please phone 01938 852611.

Buddle Inn - St Cathrine's Road, Niton

Enjoy the relaxed, unhurried atmosphere of this cliff-top pub, one of the island's oldest hostelries. Popular with walkers and characterised by stone flags, oak beams and a broad fireplace. Once a smugglers' haunt and with a little imagination it's possible to picture wreckers concealing their booty here on dark stormy nights. Wide selection of food includes home-made pies and quiches, curry and home-cooked ham, as well as other pub favourites, grills and seafood specialities. Vegetarian menu. Parking.

Open from 11am to 11pm. Food served from 12 noon to 2.30pm and 6pm to 9.30pm. Prices range from £4.45 to £16.95 for lunch or diner. For more information please phone 01983 730243.

Chequers Inn - Rookley

Award winning pub in the heart of the Island's countryside. Glorious views and wonderful walks. Comprehensive menu, vegetarian dishes, weekday lunchtime carvery and traditional Sunday roasts. Large garden and children's adventure playground. Vegetarian menu. Parking. Wheelchair access.

Open from 11am to 11pm daily, 12 noon to 10.30pm Sundays. Food served from 12 noon to 10pm. Prices for lunch and dinner range from £4.95 to £11. For more information please phone 01983 840314.

Four Seasons Inn - Clarence Road, Wroxall

A former historic coaching Inn, the Four Seasons is set in the picturesque Appuldurcombe Valley where you will find some of the Island's most scenic walks. If you are out and about exploring the Island's beautiful countryside, you will find this an ideal lunch stop, or a delightful venue for a relaxing evening meal. Excellent A La Carte menu, cooked to order. Bar snacks always available in our lounge var or gardens. Early booking advised. You will always be made to feel welcome. Vegetarian menu. Parking.

Open from 11am to 3pm and 6pm to 11pm Monday to Saturday, 12 noon to 3pm and 6pm to 10.30pm on Sundays. Food served from 12 noon to 2.30pm and 6pm to 9.30pm daily. Prices for lunch and dinner range from £4.00 to £15.00. For more information please phone 01983 854701.

Spyglass Inn - Esplanade, Ventnor

The huge collection of seafaring memorabilia fascinates visitors to this popular 19th-century pub, which is located at the western end of Ventnor Esplanade. An extensive terrace overlooking the sea is ideal for summer drinks and meals. Seafood is the speciality, including Ventnor Bay lobsters and crabs. Live music is provided most evenings - country, folk or jazz. Vegetarian menu. Parking.

Open 10.30am to 11pm daily. Food served from 12 noon to 9.30pm. Prices range from £2.95 to £16.95. For more information please phone 01983 855338 or visit www.bargemansrest.co.uk.

The Griffin - High Street, Godshill

Situated in the heart of Godshill this award winning family pub has something for all the family. Children's menu, daily specials, over 40 different fine cognacs, and wines from 18 countries. Complete with beer garden where you can relax and enjoy your meal. Vegetarian menu. Parking. Wheelchair access.

Open Monday to Saturday from 10.30am to 11pm and Sundays from 12 noon to 10.30pm. Food served from 11.30am to 10pm. Prices range from £2.95 to £12.50. For more information please phone 01983 840039.

Willow Tree Tea Gardens and Restaurant - High Street, Godshill

Set in the pretty village of Godshill, relax in the award winning unique renaissance water gardens and enjoy home made soups and hot light lunches. Specialities include Ventnor Bay crab, lobster and the now famous Willow Tree pavlova apple pie. There are also a selection of sandwiches, baguettes and cream teas. Vegetarian menu. Wheelchair access.

Open daily from 10am to 5pm. Prices range from £3.85 to £12.50. For more information please phone 01983 840663