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Smoking Lobster Cowes - Isle of Wight, Cowes Isle of Wight, Cowes Isle of Wight

Smoking Lobster Cowes - Isle of Wight

4.8 (1251)
£26 to £40
Pan-Asian
127 High Street, Cowes Isle of Wight, Cowes Isle of Wight PO31 7AY

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Good for groups
Welcome to Smoking Lobster Cowes, an Asian-Fusion restaurant serving fresh, exciting & luscious Asian-Fusion cuisine for both adults and kids. Voted best Isle of Wight restaurant two years in a row.

Family owned by the Giancovich's, with recipes influenced by their extensive travels around Asia, and by their childhood of growing up hunting, gathering, and spear-fishing for seafood.

Our local fisherman, Justin, catches our lobsters & line caught sea bass fresh for our use, so our dishes include the freshest possible ingredients from your local shores.

The bar menu reflects the elegant dishes from the kitchen, with precise, bespoke cocktails prepared using fresh ingredients.

We offer formal dining areas, private dining areas and casual dining areas. If you just fancy a drink, let us know.

We look forward to looking after you.
Note: Dogs are accepted upon request as limited spaces available. We also offer a Special Roast Menu every Sunday!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    01983 240916
  • Website
    https://www.smoking-lobster.co.uk/cowes
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Giancovich
  • Catering
    We offer private catering at your home. Please contact the restaurant
  • Private party facilities
    Email directly cowes@smokinglobster.co.uk
  • Location
    127 High Street, Cowes Isle of Wight, Cowes Isle of Wight PO31 7AY
  • Area
    Cowes
  • Cross Street
    High Street, Cowes
  • Parking details
    There are many car parks and on street parking surrounding the restaurant
  • Public transit
    Bus, Taxi, Red Funnel, Red Jet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Smoking Lobster Cowes - Isle of Wight's menu was last updated on 25/02/2025.

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What 1,251 people are saying

Smoking Lobster Cowes - Isle of Wight reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smoking Lobster Cowes on the Isle of Wight is celebrated for its "great atmosphere" and "incredible food," including "outstanding" Asian fusion dishes and fresh seafood. Diners consistently praise the "friendly and knowledgeable" staff and the "superb" presentation of meals. The restaurant's vibrant setting and innovative menu make it a must-visit.
1,251 Reviews

  1. Bernadette

    Isle of Wight1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was really lovely! My desert did go awry but I hadn’t noticed until the waitress came to apologise and offered it for free

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  2. joan VIP

    New York City48 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a mixed experience. We had to wait about a half hour for our table, but the two bartenders could not have been nicer and jollier and we were given our fancy cocktails for free. So the wait actually enhanced the experience even before we knew the cocktails were comped. We had a variety of small plates that were all basically fine: tuna tataki, eel maki, lobster maki, Japanese milk bread and a pork tenderloin. We would have wanted a bit more delicacy from the makis, a bit more flavorful lobster sauce with the bread, and a more subtle and less sweet sauce on the pork. The main of New Zealand steak was a confusing story: the quality of the meat was excellent and the degree of doneness was perfect. BUT, was the flame much too high? The steak was imbued with a strong, acrid bitterness. Such a waste! Of the four nicer restaurants in Cowes, this is definitely the best.

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  3. Antony

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were very well looked after by the friendly and attentive staff. Food as ever was excellent!

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  4. Karen

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my elderly mother for a special lunch and they could not have been more attentive. We had the most delicious food and the place was cool and stylish but also comfortable. Excellent all round.

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  5. Sarah

    West Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Friendly staff. Lovely food (we had researched in advance). Our high expectations were met. Delicious sharing plate and great dessert and coffee. Would definitely recommend.

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  6. Nicola

    Hertfordshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really lovely food and staff very helpful - would definitely recommend.

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  7. Darren VIP

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, wonderful fresh fish caught by the restaurant, excellent wine list and fantastic cocktails. All served by happy, friendly and knowledgeable people.

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  8. Andy

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really friendly and attentive service and lovely atmosphere. The food was incredible - the best we've had for a long time - Gurnard starter, Lobster main and awesome deserts. Also great gluten-free knowledge and flexibility for my wife - that's pretty rare! So overall a great experience - highly recommend - we'll be back as soon as we can!

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  9. Vincent VIP

    Isle of Wight16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Regular diners at this excellent restaurant. Delicious food beautifully presented. Staff welcoming and efficient. Always a pleasure to dine at the Smoking Lobster.

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  10. Adam

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal. New menu which is not as fun as the old one but very good anyway. Thanks

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127 High Street, Cowes Isle of Wight, Cowes Isle of Wight PO31 7AY

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    High Street, Cowes
  • Area
    Cowes
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There are many car parks and on street parking surrounding the restaurant
  • Public transit
    Bus, Taxi, Red Funnel, Red Jet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Giancovich
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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