Location: Shanklin
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Where to Eat in Shanklin: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Shanklin Beach is a beautiful, carefully tended stretch of sand on the Isle of Wight. Families appreciate the lifeguards, as well as the kids’ play area. And while there’s quite a hill separating the town from the beach, don’t worry—a lift makes it easy to tote all your beach paraphernalia down to the sand.
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1. Morgans Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 744 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 top london restaurants, and alongside Marco Pierre White, Tim brought his dream of owning his own restaurant back to the Isle of Wight in 2006 to open Morgans restaurant in Shanklin High Street. Morgans Restaurant cater for children over 5 and have a childrens menu specifically for children aged between 5 and 12 years old
Reviewed By happynotPlayaBlanca - Playa Blanca
We had not booked but walked in on Mothers day on the off chance, the place was buzzing, lovely welcome, tables nicely spaced out (most of which were full or booked.) Friendly staff who took our order and served us. The food was excellent quality, succulent local lamb, fresh vegetables. Excellent sized portions. Two three course meals, plus two bottles of wine for under £85. Very good indeed would highly recommend and we will defiantly be back.
2. Pendletons
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 822 reviews
Reviewed By 94588863 - Bexhill-on-Sea, United Kingdom
'Twas a night before Christmas so the rain came down in sheets, nippers sailing in their prams up and down adjoining streets, Shanklin was dark, nothing in a manger, Kings delayed in Orient, no angels hollering Hark, perhaps only Ventnor could be stranger.
Santa came to see us with an item in his pocket, one festive reservation garnished with rocket, Steve had a cancellation, of that here was no doubt, we took him on with open arms from flooded rooftop one did shout.
Subtle greeting and Proscecco set the tone for Crimbo perfection, Steve in a suit and matching boozy flute put me loosely in mind of One Direction, brother Sam one man to forget me not remember, another clan member showed us to a table, next to his Mother named Sue some pictures of stuff gas central heating and an internet cable.
Quizzes for much later were doodled onto paper.
My wife opted seafood whilst I settled for the duck, cocktail and pate being rather precise, appetizing tasty well seasoned well nice, posh bottle bubbles chilled to the flow, non tacky crackers cost him four quid a throw, trinkets adorning something useful for a change, not purchased down the market diamond geezer or "The Range"
Succulent festive gobbling beast thick slices ah, the best, generally speaking us horny fellas preffering a breast, gravy not in globule form no lumps no bumps to boot, Brussels past that bullet stage red cabbage laced with fruit, sausages in overcoats cranberry conserve in cranberry boats, many other vegetables placing palettes to the test, vegetable on table six, the somewhat shady questionable guest.
A noisy man behind us simply didn't cease blaspheming, one more heathen bleater from Messiah Lord and eternal keeper who fails to grasp the meaning.
'Twas Christmas Day in Pendletons, pudding was steaming hot, the first man to refuse the thing was marched outside, and shot. Several vats of paraffin brandy, sixpences bright copper kettles and canes made of candy, dragged to our table billowing flames, Masterchef and The Hunger Games, John and Greg would indeed bow their cranium to a pud full of nickel shrapnel spare change and titanium, titillated with alcohol grease, every paying punter was deserving of a piece.
Next stuff to tackle being a lorry load of cheese, with grapes of Roth apples sticks celery to please, Cheddar Brie Stilton a thing resembling Torte, accompanied by butter puff's Red Leicester and a port, Southampton I believe, which isn't far away!
Home made hand made woman made chocolates, shortbread indigestion, booking.com would avoid repeat congestion, thanking you to all concerned, nothing ventured nothing burned, raising a glass to all things en croute, especially Steve, who rocked a suit !!
3. The Old Thatch Tearooms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 918 reviews
A beautiful and unique Award Winning 'olde world' Teashop and Fairy Garden offering 'the best Cream Teas', sandwiches, snacks, traditional fare and cakes. Many items on our menu are Gluten Free.
Reviewed By edwinabuzz - Buxton, United Kingdom
After walking along the sea front from Sandown to Shanklin I decided to continue along the coastal path to the Old Village. Simply beautiful!Wide choice of tea rooms in small area but opted for the Old Thatch tearooms mainly as it looked quaint,interesting and well maintained.....I wasn't disappointed. Each room had its own theme and easy excess to the rear garden, which was delightful with its own "fairy garden"although on day of visit was slippy underfoot so be careful.Wide choice of food from cream teas to main meals.Opted for a baked potato with brie/grapes/homemade coleslaw delicious and plenty of it, with coffee.Excellent value for money.Staff were top notch.friendly,efficient, welcoming and made it clear you were welcome to sit and ponder as long as you wanted .....no rush to turn over tables....which some places are prone to do.Sadly only one shared toilet on site which could be a problem in height of season but not on my visit, again very clean.Discovered after my visit this is an award winning tearoom and Im not surprised, well deserved, would definately recommend a visit to it and will return to it.
4. The Steamer Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Yinner - Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
Pop in for lunch on my week off and had from the special board a burger, I think they called it the black and blue burger £12.50, not the cheap for a burger and chips but I liked the sound of it and I was...MoreThank you so much for your review, I will make sure I pass along the comments to our kitchen team. I hope this will not put you off coming to see us again. Kind regards, Maxine, Assistant Manager
5. Fisherman's Cottage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 677 reviews
Reviewed By Stewart C - Chatham, United Kingdom
We visited the Fisherman’s Cottage in Shanklin for an evening meal having noticed it in several of our previous visits to the island. The pub is located literally on the beach at the foot of Shanklin Chine and we planned our trip to include dinner...MoreThank you for your lovely feedback!, and look forward to seeing you again..
6. Black Cat Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 384 reviews
Reviewed By 127Fred - London, United Kingdom
In such a remote village, out of season, when seagulls outnumber people, anything to eat could have been acceptable.
A rich and weel-thought decoration made the place acceptable. The food carefully and imaginatively prepared, was a pointer that the place was above average.
The bi-cultural waiter (not authentically looking, and Thai-educated until age of 8) went out of his way to animate the place and to put some atmosphere. With a great and affable personality, a lot of interesting things to say about the food and a lot of other things, he would have saved the night anywhere. When he explained the story of the family and of the restaurant, then the customer was convinced, and would come back.
7. The Village Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 947 reviews
Independent family run free house Traditional thatched pub in the centre of Shanklin old village, serving real ales,good home made food and locally caught crab and lobster in a warm and cosy atmosphere,Pretty enclosed courtyard garden to the rearLive easy listening music from local talent
Reviewed By christine c - London, United Kingdom
Myself and my husband have just spent 5 days in Shanklin. We visited the village Inn
In the evenings it is such a cosy place with friendly locals and exceptional staff.
The manager was so welcoming she spoke to everyone who visits ( residents or not)
The food was amazing. The chef should be proud at what sends out. It's a credit to him.
Anyone going to shank!in should pop in. You will not be disappointed.
We hope to visit again later on in the year.
8. Pencil Cottage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 249 reviews
Described as a tea room, but serves very good lunches
Reviewed By the_wagsta - Ripon, United Kingdom
Located right at the heart of the Old Town in Shanklin, Pencil Cottage is a quintessential English Tearoom. As frequent visitors to the IoW we have only been here once before but will definitely be calling in during our future visits. Our latest trip to the island was only a weekend break but we called in here twice. On the first occasion it was just for a coffee and meet up with friends and the second time was for a full cream tea. It consisted of a round of sandwiches, we chose crab from a very comprehensive selection, two scones, butter, clotted cream, strawberry jam, fresh strawberries, a huge slice of cake and a pot of tea, more than enough for two people. You can however construct you own variation of this with either less or more items including a bottle of Prosecco, but I can highly recommend what we had. As well as the cream teas there is also a comprehensive menu of sandwiches and other snacks/meals. Whilst Pencil Cottage is in the centre of the Old Town and next to the entrance to Shanklin Chine it is very peaceful and a great place to chill and unwind. There is both internal and external Seating and tables and there is also a gift shop (summerhouse) located in the Gardens. They also have on site toilets which some of the other similar establishments don’t provide. The staff are both friendly and efficient and make you feel welcome.
9. Cinderellas Tea Room and Dress Shop
Overall Ratings
5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By AvidTraveler12 - South West England, United Kingdom
Cinderellas is located on the main High St in Shanklin. It is very small and serves coffee & tea and a limited amount of cakes etc. It also doubles up as a dress shop. There is also a friendly dog which seems to have the run of the tea room.
10. Grand View Tea Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By Rob S - Ripley, United Kingdom
Very much off the mainstream tourist treadmill, but worth seeking out. On a hot September afternoon we came across this unassuming eatery seeking a cool drink and a light bite. Served by the extremely pleasant and helpful owner we enjoyed homemade treats and refreshing drinks in quiet quintessential garden surroundings. The scones were the best my wife has had and we would recommend a visit.
