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    The Crab Shed

    4.0 (2 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM

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    Pond Cafe

    Pond Cafe

    3.7(3 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    £££

    Very lovely venue with outdoor seating in Bonchurch. Sister restaurant of Hambrough the Michelin…read morestarred restaurant. Expectations were high for the rustic Italian bistro but did not live up to the hype at all. Highlight was the tomato bruschetta. The crab version tasted like from a jar and the pesto was just ok. The mini pizzas were undercooked which made the like soggy bread. The antipasto platter was nice but the meat was sparse with just bresaola and salami for the extra £5. As for the pastas (carbonara and seafood) both were underwhelming. Surprising lack of flavour for the carbonara given the amount of pancetta and bresaola in it and the seafood was a creamy tomato reminiscent of thousand island. Who puts cream in seafood pasta?!?! Very disappointing and wish I had listened to the articles about the chef moving on in 2013 rather than recent reviews. I'd recommend you avoid and go to one of the local pubs in Shanklin which looked quite nice.

    We were there for a dinner for 2 a few nights ago. The location is outstanding - especially when…read morethe evenings are long. The restaurant is comfortable, very friendly service. We enjoyed the candles as a form of alternate lighting. The menu changes based on chef's preference but the ingredients are fresh, local and very well put together. Special mention for the vegetarian sausage - outstanding flavor and texture. Enjoy an unhurried dinner in surroundings that will make for a mellow evening.

    The Crab Shed - seafood - Updated May 2026

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