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The Garden, Cowes, Isle of Wight

The Garden

4.7
4.7
66 Reviews
£25 and under
Contemporary Italian
The Garden restaurant is now open and we can’t wait to welcome you in!

Our beautiful walled garden is a sun trap in the summer and is heated and covered in the winter for al fresco dining all year round. We also have lots of inside seating and a private dining room. Our outdoor garden tables are not bookable online during the winter - please add a note to your booking or contact us if you would like one.

Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Serving our own blend barista coffee, cocktails and an evening cicchetti menu using seasonal and locally sourced produce - and yes, a few extra special pizzas will still feature!

We hope to see you soon!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary Italian, English

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 9:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    01983 300142

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

What 66 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. RichardE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were given a voucher from relatives for our 40th wedding anniversary. We were directed to a nice table in the garden. Drinks were brought within good time. Espresso martini cocktail and pint of Peroni. We had soup of the day which was delicious along with three slices of (garlic?) bread. Next we had the all day brunch and a pepperoni pizza. Both were well cooked and substantial. Then another drink Barcadi and coke and pint of Peroni. The staff were attentive and pleasant. We would definitely return and recommend The Garden.
  2. GillH

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great breakfast the food came super quick. It was eaten in the garden a lovely clam and relaxing sun trap. Thank you
  3. Looby

    Orange County

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Lovely lunch but I think it's quite a limited lunch menu it's perfect if you like carbs. That said what I had was nice.
  4. JasmineL

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very happy overall with both food and attentive service thank you so were my guests they were over the moon
  5. OpenTable Diner

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fantastic food and service - loved it! The food was clever with generous portion sizes! Highly recommend the sourdough twists, goats cheese, hake & beef cheek croquettes. We had no room for desert!
  6. HughB

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for lunch, seated upstairs, and very dog friendly! Food was excellent, and so was the service.
  7. Jude

    Birmingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the place, gets better each time I visit. Great value and interesting creative r food,
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Efficient friendly service Great location, lovely menu choices and great value for money
  9. Tracey

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    The restaurant was a bit chilly due to both doors being open. The food was really nice but could have been hotter, was only Luke warm and cold by the time I had finished. The staff were pleasant and helpful. I’ve been to the garden several times and it has always been very good.
  10. TrishW

    Brighton

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this new cafe/restaurant. We had a wonderful breakfast out in the garden. Best breakfast we’ve had in a long time !
  11. KellyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing venue and food and service.... love this place.
  12. nataliem

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a lovely place- so much attention to detail in every aspect. I asked ahead if any small gesture could be made as a birthday surprise and we arrived to a table sign that said 'happy birthday' as well as a surprise dessert complete with candle and birthday song :) Our waitress was so attentive and charming and the food was amazing. It's clear to see there is a passion in what they do here We couldn't recommend enough !! Really stellar food , service and ambience Thank you all so much for making our evening :)
  13. DebbieA

    Brighton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, good service, lovely surroundings. Would be helpful to have baby changing facilities though, but it's not a deal breaker. We will definitely be going again when we next visit my daughter who lives on IOW.
  14. Clare1366

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious brunch, lovely coffee, can’t wait to come back and try the evening menu..staff were great and good value for money.
  15. AmandaR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Table position not good as in middle of thoroughfare and in direct line of the door with people coming in and out it was draughty and cold. Also waitress was in and out putting table and chairs outside. If not fof this they would hxve got top marks
  16. Andy

    London

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went for my daughters birthday and the staff were brilliant. Great place for casual dining and wine.
  17. JulieB

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great service and food, always a lovely place to be
  18. JudiK

    Hampshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Glad I booked a table as they were busy. Food was very good. Our drink orders weren't accurate but not a big issue. Was quite noisy even though its not a large place. Will visit again
  19. ClaireR

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food as always here. Very attentive and professional service.
  20. Meganm

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely venue, really well priced food and drinks, great service and the best food we’ve had in a long time! Thanks guys will be returning!
  21. KatherineM

    Isle of Wight

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, beautiful food and lovely restaurant.
  22. Kelly

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    We had a really long wait for brunch Friday morning, with the breakfast not being that hot It’s a shame
  23. AliciaD

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Just everything about it my favourite place
  24. HannahE

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was amazing and the restaurant had a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend!!!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Isle of Wight

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service we had was amazing. Food choice and quality simply brilliant.
  26. ChrisF

    Oxford

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food great service camembert was lovely pizzas were superb
  27. Jessiibeth

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing host and waitress! Great food in a lovely setting! Can’t flaw it at all!
  28. SteveD

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came for a work night out for dinner. The food is excellent and the service is superb
  29. AlexB

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and value for money. Super service as always!
  30. Vicky

    Isle of Wight

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    The food was lovely, but the service was quite slow. Nice atmosphere and nice and warm.
  31. Islandlife

    Oxford

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    It’s not clear when booking that it’s set times for different menus. We went for Mother’s Day lunch at 1pm and we were not impressed by the attitude of the staff or the choice on the menu. It wasn’t celebratory at all and it felt so disappointing ! No where when booking does it say the whole menu isn’t available.
  32. DebH

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Warm and welcoming staff. My second visit and I'll definitely be going back.
  33. DebbieS

    Staffordshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waitress was very helpful and cheerful food was amazing we will visit again when back to the island
  34. TracyL

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Fantastic lunch with friends. Staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Food was delicious and the Bloody Mary was the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommend.
  35. Vicky

    Isle of Wight

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Lovely and warm inside, the food was delicious and the staff were friendly and welcoming
  36. KellyW

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went twice in 4 days - yummy food and good coffee
  37. JanetF

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    First time to The Garden. Took 6 members of the local Lions Club with me. I'd made a reservation and we sat in the upstairs dining room. Everything was very good. The service was great even though it became very busy and because of that it was quite noisy upstairs and, though cold outside, it became uncomfortably hot! The staff opened windows for us on request. Think the heat rises up from the pizza oven below?
  38. PaulG

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    We had the brunch on Sunday, late morning. One of us had the vegan version. They were both absolutely delicious. It is hard to believe that they can do such great food (none of it was big brand names, but all local, in my opinion) and so much of it! The best fried bread I have had in a long time. We will definitely be going back again.
  39. Margie

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best food we have eaten so far on IOW. Tasty well presented and good value.
  40. EdwardS

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food, great service and lovely environment!

FAQs

The Garden is rated 4.7 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today
Google Map for The Garden

48 High St, Cowes, Isle of Wight PO31 7RR

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Cowes

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 9:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary Italian, English

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    None

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