Your Local Guide to Food and Drink on the Isle of Wight
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Taste of the Wight, Your Local Guide to Food & Drink on the Isle of Wight

Your Local Guide to Food & Drink on the Isle of Wight

Find restaurants, cafés, pubs and bars on the Isle of Wight…

Discover the best Isle of Wight food and drink with our handy guide to the Island’s fantastic local pubs, bars, restaurants, farm shops, producers and growers.

From delicious locally produced food and drink to independent businesses serving up the best of the Isle of Wight, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Explore our guide and discover your own Taste of the Wight, while supporting the local businesses, producers and growers that make the Isle of Wight such a special place for food and drink.

Food & Drink

Isle of Wight Food & Drink

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Restaurants
Hewitt’s is located in the centre of the Isle of Wight in the heart of Newport town, the building itself is on Lugley Street, adjacent to the main high street. Serving high-quality fresh food and drink.
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Local Produce

Isle of Wight Local Produce

The Garlic Farm
Local Producers
Get the full garlic experience at the home of the UK garlic – set in a wonderful location tucked into the foot of the Mersley Downs. The farm shop overflows with garlic of all varieties – chutneys, relishes, garlic beer & even garlic ice cream! Discover everything you ever wanted to know about garlic, and...
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Wild Oak Farm
Delis & Farm Shops
Wild Oak Farm offer an authentic fresh produce farm experience that the whole family can enjoy. With homemade foods and fun outdoor events, it’s a great spot to visit all year round. Head over to taste their products while enjoying a calendar full of events and activities.
Read more about Wild Oak Farm

Shop

Isle of Wight Products

Taste of the Wight - Isle of Wight Recipe Book

£6.95

The Isle of Wight Recipe Book celebrates Island produce as well as Island people, famous faces and local residents alike.
Zoe Sadler Tea Towel

£8.95

Isle of Wight inspired tea towel hand-drawn by Island-based artist Zoe Sadler, inspired by local and seasonal produce.
Katy Rose Tea Towel

£8.95

Isle of Wight inspired tea towel hand-drawn by Island-based artist Katy Rose Design, inspired by local and seasonal produce.

Events

Isle of Wight Events

7 - 8 November 2026
Enjoy a weekend of railway heritage and seasonal beers at Shunt Fest with the Dark Ales Festival at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway on 7th and 8th November. While vintage diesel shunters take centre stage, visitors can also head to Havenstreet Station’s Whistle Stop Café for a selection of rich, robust dark ales. The...
Read more about Shunt Fest & Dark Ales Festival
19 November 2026
The Island’s favourite boozy breakfast is back! Join The Spyglass Inn for its popular Beaujolais Breakfast, combining a hearty Full English breakfast with a bottle of Beaujolais wine, live music and plenty of French-inspired fun. Get into the spirit of the occasion by dressing up in your best French-themed fancy dress, with prizes up for...
Read more about Beaujolais Breakfast at The Spyglass Inn
28 November - 19 December 2026
Celebrate the festive season at The Garlic Farm with Christmas Mezze & Music Nights, taking place on selected Saturday evenings in November and December. Enjoy a delicious selection of Christmas-inspired tapas, including turkey spring rolls, roast potatoes, pigs in blankets and crispy sprouts with cranberry dipping sauce, alongside blue cheese parsnip dip and gravy. Soak...
Read more about Christmas Mezze & Music Nights at The Garlic Farm

News & Blog

Isle of Wight Latest News

27 August 2026
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One of the Isle of Wight’s best-established destinations for food lovers across the Island is beginning a fresh culinary chapter. The Royal Hotel in Ventnor welcomes new Head Chef Tom Axford to lead its restaurant and wider dining experience. Tom is already a familiar name to many Island diners, with a career spanning some of...
Read more about Well-Known Isle of Wight Chef Tom Axford Takes the Helm at The Royal Hotel
6 July 2026
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For the first time, 10 of the best-known Isle of Wight food and drink producers have joined forces to launch a new initiative, the Island Foodie Collective, aimed at encouraging residents and visitors to explore the Island’s thriving culinary scene. The newly formed Island Foodie Collective brings together independent businesses that not only produce their...
Read more about New Island Foodie Collective Invites Visitors to Explore the Isle of Wight’s thriving Food & Drink Scene
15 June 2026
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Discover Food & Drink During the Isle of Wight Festival 2026 Food and drink are a huge part of the Isle of Wight Festival experience, and the 2026 festival promises an incredible selection of flavours from around the world. Whether you’re craving street food, traditional festival favourites, artisan coffee, or a refreshing pint, you’ll find...
Read more about Isle of Wight Festival 2026: Our Guide to Food & Drink in Newport