Lovely place for lunch in Steephill Cove, with a decking area reminiscent of a Florida beachfront…read morerestaurant with pretty much all seats having a sea view. The crab salad was very nice, the tasty dressing on the leaves meaning I kept eating even after i devoured the meat. Boyfriend's crab sandwich was a generous size and he really enjoyed it. Carrot cake was pretty nice too. Tad pricey but fine for the location.

Great little place tucked away in a secluded cove offering a wide selection of food and drinks…read more Coffee,tea,beer,crab,lobster,sandwiches,salads etc. The staff are very friendly and helpful, we had coffee and bread pudding which were both excellent especially the bread pudding which was moist,fruity and had a hint of cinnamon. Well worth trying this place if you visit SteepHill Cove!

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.

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.

We have used Morgans for a number of years and have always had wonderful food and service in a very…read morerelaxed atmosphere. My wife and I took two friends there at the weekend and they were amazed at the quality of food presented. If your looking for quality food in Shanklin give Morgans at try, you will not be disappointed.

Nice services waiters were very friendly but I asked for my steak medium rare and it came well…read moredone, took quite a while for food to come out. But overall a good meal. Ambiance is nice good overall vibe.

Roast dinner was good. Only thing I would say was sayThe meal I recently enjoyed was quite…read moresatisfying overall. The quality of the food was certainly up to par, and the flavors were well-balanced. My only suggestion for improvement would be to increase the portion of gravy served. A little extra gravy would have elevated the dish to an even higher level of enjoyment. Overall, it was a positive dining experience.

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!!

This lovely restaurant is attractive and nice and clean inside. We went on a night when they were…read moreoffering the dine out and help and this place offered the deal which was pleasing. The waiters were very pleasant and efficient and the food was delicious. I would return here and it is not as expensive as it looks from outside. Thank you for a lovely evening.

Friendly service and good food makes this one of the better Shanklin offerings.read more