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Our local lobsters on the Japanese Robata Grill. - Smoking Lobster Ventnor, Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Smoking Lobster Ventnor

4.8
4.8
1808 Reviews
£26 to £40
Pan-Asian

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighbourhood gem
Smoking Lobster Ventnor is an award winning 2-Rosette restaurant located in the heart of Ventnor Bay, serving Asian-Fusion cuisine.


Our restaurant overlooks the ocean, so every meal is paired with breath-taking sea views.

We are famous on the Island for using fresh and local produce. 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 all prepared using freshly pressed juices.

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.

We look forward to looking after you.

SLV

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Seafood, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 12:00–14:30 Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30 Sun 12:00–16:00
  • Phone number
    01983 855938
  • Website
    https://www.smoking-lobster.co.uk/ventnor
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Giancovich
  • Catering
    Outside catering available please inquire
  • Private party facilities
    Minimum spend required for exclusive hire
  • Location
    Esplanade, Ventnor, Isle of Wight PO38 1JT
  • Area
    Ventnor
  • Cross Street
    Ventnor Esplanade, Isle of Wight
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of on street parking within 50 metres of the restaurant. As well as a car park either side.
  • Public transit
    Ventnor bus station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,808 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smoking Lobster Ventnor offers "fantastic food" with a "buzzy vibe" and "super-tasty Japanese fusion" dishes. Guests rave about the "outstanding" service and the "amazing" seafood platter. The seaside location provides a lovely view, and the atmosphere is welcoming. It's a "must-visit" for a special dining experience.

1,808 Reviews

  1. Joanne

    Devon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful fresh food in a quiet yet buzzy atmosphere. The service and food were exemplary and for a 50th birthday meal it couldn't have been more perfect!

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  2. Kevin

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good visit. Wonderful seafood much of which is caught local to the restaurant - in fact about 100m in front of the restaurant!

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  3. Robert

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gem of a restaurant - food is fantastic and service was excellent.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Superb as always. Smoking Lobster sustains a first-class dining experience. Always a pleasure to go there.
    Smoking Lobster VentnorResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you consistently enjoy a first-class dining experience with us. It’s always a pleasure to have you, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  5. Julie

    Isle of Wight

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing sharing seafood platter with an array of beatifully presented and perfectly cooked seafood, all so good it was impossible to have a favourite. Highly recommend.
    Smoking Lobster VentnorResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Julie, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you loved the seafood platter and that every dish stood out. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the presentation and quality of our dishes! We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back for another exceptional meal! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  6. Simon

    Hertfordshire

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a treat to goto Smoking Lobster. Food is amazing and the service is first class.
    Smoking Lobster VentnorResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Simon, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad to hear that visiting Smoking Lobster is always a treat for you. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the amazing food and first-class service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic experience soon! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  7. Michael

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food but the portion size has reduced in comparison with former visits. It’s not that I want a large meal but the portions were quite small.

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  8. Kath

    Isle of Wight

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wet and windy day but a lovely warm welcome and excellent food as always. We chose from the winter menu (three courses £30) and the food was just as good as the main menu. We will be back in January!
    Smoking Lobster VentnorResponded on 25 November 2024
    Dear Kath, Thank you for your kind review! We’re so pleased to hear that even on a wet and windy day, you enjoyed a warm welcome and excellent food. It’s fantastic to know that the Winter Menu lived up to the high standards of our main menu. We look forward to welcoming you back in January for another wonderful meal! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  9. Jenny

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a special occasion restaurant. Pricey but worth it.
    Smoking Lobster VentnorResponded on 25 November 2024
    Dear Jenny, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted you consider us a go-to for special occasions and that you find the experience worth it. Creating memorable moments is what we strive for, and we’re so glad we delivered. We also offer a special Winter Menu crafted to provide excellent value for money. We’d love for you to return and give it a try sometime! We hope to welcome you back for more celebrations in the future! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  10. Paula

    Isle of Wight

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food - great quality ingredients - and great service. Never had a bad meal here!!
    Smoking Lobster VentnorResponded on 25 November 2024
    Dear Paula, Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you’ve consistently enjoyed our food, quality ingredients, and service. Knowing you’ve never had a bad meal here truly means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more wonderful experiences! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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Smoking Lobster Ventnor is rated 4.8 stars by 1808 OpenTable diners.

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19:00
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Esplanade, Ventnor, Isle of Wight PO38 1JT

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ventnor Esplanade, Isle of Wight
  • Area
    Ventnor
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 12:00–14:30 Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30 Sun 12:00–16:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Seafood, Contemporary Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of on street parking within 50 metres of the restaurant. As well as a car park either side.
  • Public transit
    Ventnor bus station
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Giancovich
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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