Best Restaurants for Groups in Sandown

7 restaurants available nearby

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1. Smoking Lobster Cowes

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4.7

Exceptional(1186)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Cowes

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to Smoking Lobster Cowes, an Asian-Fusion restaurant overlooking Cowes Marina. 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 popular menu showcases Japanese and Asian dishes, using contemporary cooking skills and presentation. Sushi, sashimi & Japanese BBQ are the highlights. 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 such as the Lychee and Cucumber Martini, all prepared using freshly pressed juices.We offer formal dining areas, private dining areas and casual dining areas. If you fancy just a drink, let us know.We look forward to looking after you.SLC

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2. Smoking Lobster Ventnor

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4.8

Exceptional(1816)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Ventnor

Booked 7 times today

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

3. The Florence Arms

4.4

Awesome(223)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Portsmouth

Please note - Sunday Lunch is unavailable until Sunday 23rd January. The Florence Arms has been an established pub in Portsmouth for decades. Refreshed and reopened in 2015 the pub offers traditional cask ales, craft beers and fine wines alongside traditional and quirky cocktails. We have a varied Gastro Pub menu available from 12pm - 9pm daily. Vegetarians, Vegans and Gluten Free catered for.Groups, families and couples welcome. Dogs permitted in bar area, please notify us if you are bringing a dog or we may not have a suitable table on arrival.Christmas Menus available.

4. Jolly Roger

4.2

Awesome(203)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Gosport

Booked 10 times today

Relax and indulge in the welcoming atmosphere of The Jolly Roger, located in an idyllic spot on the waterfront with breath-taking views of Portsmouth Harbour. Our friendly service, combined with the homely charm of our traditional pub, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere for you to enjoy delicious food and drinks with your loved ones Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire. In the bar area expect a traditional feel. old oak beams, crab & lobster traps, a cosy fireplace.

5. Sakura Portsmouth

4.7

Exceptional(425)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Southsea

Booked 11 times today

Sakura was established in 2009 as the first Japanese restaurant in Portsmouth. Since our opening night we have always strived to bring the taste of true Japanese cuisine to our customers, while adding friendly service, knowledge and a lot of enthusiasm for what we do.We have retained a lot of the features that made our restaurant popular in the Southsea area. These includes tasty food that comes in a great variety, and fast and reliable service. We strive to maintain our standards whilst constantly refining ourselves to meet the demands of every customer.

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6. Carluccio's - Portsmouth

4.4

Awesome(1401)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Portsmouth

Booked 15 times today

Here at Carluccio's, we’ve always been true to our Italian heritage and what food really means to us. The best ingredients, from the best regions, cooked with love.We're situated within Gunwharf Quays. Our outdoor terrace offers stunning views of the harbour. Among other things, this makes us the perfect restaurant to relax after exploring the local shops.We’re open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday to Sunday. Our menu also caters for vegetarians/vegans and those who are following a gluten free diet.

7. Pho Portsmouth

4.4

Awesome(286)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Portsmouth

Booked 10 times today

Situated overlooking the water in Gunwharf Quays, Pho is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that specialise in pho noodle soup, the national dish of Vietnam. Aside from pho, you can also expect to find amazing sharing starters, healthy salads, hearty rice bowls and decadent curries. They have a range of freshly made juices and also Vietnamese beers and a large wine and cocktail list. Pho’s menu is 40% vegan and nearly entirely gluten-free too. They also have an accessible kids’ menu where children can get a meal and a drink for £5.50

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Sara
Surrey •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent evening and wonderful ambience. Loved the DJ, pre bar drinks and beautiful setting at the table, exceptional food and slick service.
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The Ivy Asia, GuildfordPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Guildford
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4.5
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Richard
Surrey •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful food and lovely staff. Great atmosphere. Only gripe would be the music which is a bit too loud. Otherwise, just fantastic.
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The Ivy Asia, BrightonPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Brighton
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4.4
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Mark
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
What’s not to like about this pub/ lovely afternoon with friends & our dogs in a nice chilled setting
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Jolly RogerPrice: Moderate• Pub• Gosport
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4.2
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JenniferVIP
New York City •29 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2025
The restaurant decor was modern with a hint of nautical so immediately we appreciated the thought put into the overall dining experience. The waitstaff were polite, attentive and friendly. We enjoyed a variety of small plates including the nigiri (the salmon was outstanding), tuna tataki, Australian sliced steak, and miso cod. The special sea bream with Asian slaw and new potatoes was also excellent. To our surprise, a new favorite cocktail is now the lychee and cucumber martini.
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Smoking Lobster CowesPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Cowes
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4.7
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Sue
London •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
Service was excellent and food was lovely. Have eaten here quite a few times
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The Florence ArmsPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Portsmouth
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4.4

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Smoking Lobster Cowes

2. Smoking Lobster Ventnor

3. The Florence Arms

4. Jolly Roger

5. Sakura Portsmouth

6. Carluccio's - Portsmouth

7. Pho Portsmouth

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