Best Pubs in Cowes

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FarehamGosportNewportPortsmouthSouthsea

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FarehamGosportNewportPortsmouthSouthsea

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Dog-friendlyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for craft beer

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Wheelchair access

9 restaurants available nearby

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1. Hogshead Newport

4.7

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Newport

A warm and inviting pub with a traditional theme throughout and charming open fire. Famous for themed Saturday nights, including the 80s, 90s and 00s nights. With regular live music, sports coverage shown on the biggest screens in town, and a gorgeous suntrap beer garden. The Hogshead is Newport's new favourite.

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2. Slug & Lettuce - Isle of Wight

5.0

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Newport

Join us at Slug and Lettuce for any occasion, cocktails and fizz, wine and dine, afternoon tea or just a simple catch up with friends. We can provide the full VIP treatment or leave you to relax with friends in a stunning venue, with plenty of choice for everyone.You can find us at the bottom of the High Street in Newport, we look forward to seeing you then!

3. The Florence Arms

4.4

Awesome(225)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Portsmouth

Please note - Sunday Lunch is unavailable until Sunday 23rd January. The Florence Arms has been an established pub in Portsmouth for decades. Refreshed and reopened in 2015 the pub offers traditional cask ales, craft beers and fine wines alongside traditional and quirky cocktails. We have a varied Gastro Pub menu available from 12pm - 9pm daily. Vegetarians, Vegans and Gluten Free catered for.Groups, families and couples welcome. Dogs permitted in bar area, please notify us if you are bringing a dog or we may not have a suitable table on arrival.Christmas Menus available.

4. The Crofton

4.5

Awesome(24)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Fareham

Booked 2 times today

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the heart of Crofton. Here at The Crofton, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire.

5. Jolly Roger

4.2

Awesome(233)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Gosport

Booked 6 times today

Relax and indulge in the welcoming atmosphere of The Jolly Roger, located in an idyllic spot on the waterfront with breath-taking views of Portsmouth Harbour. Our friendly service, combined with the homely charm of our traditional pub, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere for you to enjoy delicious food and drinks with your loved ones Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire. In the bar area expect a traditional feel... old oak beams, crab & lobster traps, a cosy fireplace.

6. Three Bishops

3.7

Very Good(79)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Newport

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the beautiful village of Brighstone. Here at The Three Bishops, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire. Food served 7 days a week. Turn your fleeting visit into a welcomed stay by resting your head in one of our five ensuite rooms. All decorated with cosy interiors and homely touches you'll be able to unwind in comfort and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in a home away from home.

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7. The Liquorist Portsmouth

3.0

Good(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Portsmouth

The Liquorist promises to breathe some energy and excitement into the town’s nightlife scene, offering customers a fabulous selection of glamorous cocktails from the Pink Gin Fizz to the Pornstar martini, premium spirits, wines, and craft beers as well as showing Live Sport daily. With an extensive range of sprits and expertise in all things, specialising in Gin, Rum and Cocktails.. you’ll be sure to find the drink for you.To top it off, a food menu will be served from 9am until 8pm daily and offer a range of small sharing plates, artisan pizzas and burgers along with delicious vegetarian and vegan options, including the delectable Wagyu Beef Burger, Vegan Chilli and a range of freshly prepared pizzas. What’s more, every Monday – Friday the bar will be offering lunch and a drink for just £6.50 between 12 and 3pm or two main meals for £11 every day of the week!

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8. The Dockyard Portsmouth

2.0

(1)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pub • Portsmouth

The Dockyard is a friendly and vibrant student bar with a difference. We are the perfect place to meet up with friends and watch some sport or relax with a cocktail in our sun trap garden you will find us to be your new home away from home. We have a huge range of craft beers, cask ales, premium lagers, and ciders but we also have a spirit emporium packed with gins, rum, and tequila and we can’t forget our artisan cocktails and superb coffee! In the spirit of tradition, our food is freshly made with brunch served all day, an amazing selection of subs and quesadilla's, our famous wings both chicken & cauliflower but who can forget our burgers and hotdogs however you will find we offer a wide range of vegan and lighter dishes too! No matter your cravings, we know we’ve got something you will just love...

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9. Scarlet Tap Southsea

1.0

(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Southsea

Welcome to the brand new Scarlet Tap, the newest Craft Ale bar in Southsea! Enjoy a wide range of food and drink with us including craft, quality wines and real ales. Sports fan? Look no further. We have Sky & BT Sports and screen as many live events as we can making our crafty bar the ultimate fan zone for all sports!

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Nicola
Hampshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Freshly cooked to order Great sized portions Food was excellent Staff all lovely Would recommend.
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Filly InnPrice: Moderate• Pub• Brockenhurst
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4.1
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Steve
Hampshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2025
Great pub and restaurant. Nicely laid out with plenty of space. Very welcoming and helpful staff. Very good food. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will return. Steve & Ali
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The Malthouse (Gastro Pub)Price: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Michelmersh
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4.1
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Mónica
Berkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
Absolutely amazing experience!!! Amazing atmosphere, polite friendly staff. Looking forward to be back next time!!!
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The Poachers Gastro PubPrice: Expensive• Indian• Wokingham
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4.2
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GloriaI
Isle of Wight •1 review
5.0
Dined on Sep 10, 2023
The food was outstanding and the customer service was incredible and inviting Dami also, and time and delicious and everybody was friendly. Highly recommend.
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Hogshead NewportPrice: Moderate• British• Newport
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4.7
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Casey01
Isle of Wight •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2023
Gorgeous food alongside great cocktails. Staff can't do enough for you. Cannot wait to go back again!
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Slug & Lettuce - Isle of WightPrice: Moderate• British• Newport
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5

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