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The Garden, Cowes, Isle of Wight

The Garden

4.6
4.6
36 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 8 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 36 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

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  1. Islandlife

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    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.
  2. DebH

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

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

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

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

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    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.
  5. Vicky

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

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

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

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

    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?
  8. PaulG

    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.
  9. Margie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

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

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food, great service and lovely environment!
  11. RonM

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Staff vert attentive and friendly. Food very good and well presented
  12. DM99

    Isle of Wight

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    👍 The service, the arancini, the seating, the arancini, the burrata, the arancini, the wine (They appear to be importing directly from Italy - it was excellent), the fried fish, and, finally, the arancini. The company was also excellent, we ended up talking with three tables. 👎 The upstairs room was too hot when full, the smoked duck was a little overcooked, the stairs need better bannisters on either side for safety.
  13. EmmaD

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The staff were extremely accommodating when our booking changed from 4 to 9 bad the service was great
  14. JudithF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    Food was outstanding. Funny seating with some chairs lower than the others but super apart from that.
  15. Rosie

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Me my partner and my young boys visited and absolutely loved the garden. the decor is perfection. Food was absolutely delicious and such good value with 50% off children's menu. Staff were very friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back .
  16. Lisa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food. Very tasty, and good quality. Would recommend
  17. Geraldine

    Gloucestershire

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Three of us decided to have the vegan breakfast which was really delicious (even for the non-vegans). As it got busier, it took quite a long time to receive our order of extra coffees but that is the only small negative as we all thought that the food and general service was very good.
  18. Jackrance

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food great service great day.would come here again
  19. RachelR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great venue for a trendy mum-daughter brunch on the IoW; lots of choice on the brunch menu to suit different tastes and diets. Awesome americano coffee - overall, very reasonably priced
  20. cjjd

    Newcastle

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great cocktails, warm welcome, good food, great winelist and lovely relaxed ambiance. Impressive!
  21. BrandonN

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the best place in Cowes. Always great food & service . Can’t fault it . Brilliant
  22. Tara

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you very much for a lovely evening and the food was amazing x
  23. EllieB

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. The atmosphere was very festive. Perfect for our meal. The staff were all very attentive and friendly.
  24. MarieK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Good food and good service , small seating area quite close together and a bit cold when the door keeps opening. Unusual selection of tapas which were all very tasty
  25. ElysiaJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lovely welcome and a happy birthday sign waiting for us at the table. Service was a good pace and the staff were friendly. Best vegan pizza I've had, really impressed an would return and recommend
  26. ChristinaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second visit here and as lovely this time as last. Sharing platter is scrumptious and had fries but prefer the courgette fries tbh. Beautiful glass of wine half the cost of the platter lol but delicious and a pint of peroni! Quick efficient service lovely staff water with cucumber a lovely touch not having to ask. Will be back for cake next time !
  27. PL11

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my new favourite restaurants on the island. Superb service, food and atmosphere. I have been back for breakfast, lunch and dinner and have loved it all! 10/10
  28. Anon

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great food, loved the decor and the waiting staff were spot on. Despite it being a quiet Tuesday night we didn't feel rushed off our table so they can go home. Only downside would be the pudding menu was a little disappointing.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal, we’ll priced, and delicious!
  30. LucyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic venue, delicious menu and attentive service.
  31. SarahC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pizza was so delicious, the dough is perfectly chewy and crisp. Also, best choccy cake in the world for pudding. Staff so accommodating for my baby too.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious Food, Attentive and Knowledgeable Service Team, would highly recommend
  33. JustinO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Good menu for kids too. We’ll be back soon.
  34. MargaretH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, friendly, efficient staff. Interesting menu and good choice of wine. Everything we ordered was excellent. Had a really enjoyable evening and will definitely return.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere, lovely and attentive service can’t wait to come back and try more off the amazing menu!
  36. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    finally something different in cowes! italian themed interior and food, came for lunch but had a cheeky look at the evening tapas menu and can’t wait to bring friends. the staff were lovely and stopped to chat even though it was busy. was tempted to have one of the cocktails with my sandwich, but will save for next visit! well done team and good luck

FAQs

The Garden is rated 4.6 stars by 36 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 8 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

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