Best Lunch Restaurants in Sandown

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1. The Birdham at Bembridge

4.6

Exceptional(86)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Bembridge

The Birdham at Bembridge aims to serve the best food using local produce throughout our menu. Our pub is made up of many areas, so we can cater for all types of occasions. We have snug quiet areas, large function areas and everything in between.Our kitchen team is lead by head chef, Rob McLean, who is passionate about creating traditional dishes with a unique twist.

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2. Carluccio's - Portsmouth

4.4

Awesome(1394)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Portsmouth

Booked 11 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.

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3. Smoking Lobster Ventnor

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4.8

Exceptional(1808)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Ventnor

Booked 2 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

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4. Smoking Lobster Cowes

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4.7

Exceptional(1176)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Cowes

Booked 5 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

5. Delaneys Southsea

4.5

Awesome(65)

Price: Moderate

• English • Southsea

Booked 2 times today

Nestled in Castle Road along with a whole host of unique businesses, we are a neighbourhood favourite with locals and newcomers alike. Delaneys is a licensed venue offering relaxed dining in comfortable surroundings. Serving Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch, we are also open 3 evenings a week for and Evening Small Plates menu, Drinks and Sunday Lunch. Just a short walk to Southsea Common, the Seafront and within close proximity to Old Portsmouth and Gunwharf Quays.

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6. Brasserie Blanc Portsmouth

4.6

Exceptional(11)

Price: Moderate

• French • Portsmouth

Our brasseries are warm and welcoming with comfortable spaces where you can gather for a leisurely lunch or dinner from our extensive fresh & seasonal à la carte menu. Many of our restaurants have great little bars and lovely outside areas where you can stave off the hunger until dinner with a glass of wine, a beer or a refreshing cocktail.Our food is sourced with care from some of the best producers and farmers in the country, the dishes are freshly prepared by our wonderful chefs and brought to you by knowledgeable teams who are here to make your visit just as perfect as it can be.Summer, sailing & fun – we cannot wait to welcome you back this summer. Whether you are dropping by after a spot of shopping or before setting off for adventures to the Isle of Wight, we are so looking forward to saying hello to regulars and newcomers alike.

7. 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.

8. Sakura Portsmouth

4.7

Exceptional(425)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Southsea

Booked 16 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.

9. The Red Duster

4.4

Awesome(210)

Price: Expensive

• British • Cowes

The Red Duster re-opened in March, as always with excellent brand new menus and wines. The emphasis of this renowned restaurant is on a modern international style and provides an equal mix of fresh fish, meat, and vegetarian dishes. The Red Duster offers an a la carte evening menu and lunch dishes, which are all cooked from the best possible fresh ingredients, sourced both locally and nationally, to ensure that every meal is of the highest quality

10. Jolly Roger

4.2

Awesome(196)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Gosport

Booked 3 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.

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Joanne
Devon •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
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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Smoking Lobster VentnorPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Ventnor
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4.8
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Nikki
Hampshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Staff were very good - our server paid particular attention to my fussy eater Grandson to make sure he was enjoying his food and offering him alternatives. Food was great and we all enjoyed it. Perhaps add a dessert that’s dairy free - the polenta cake was a bit grainy!
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Carluccio's - PortsmouthPrice: Expensive• Italian• Portsmouth
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4.4
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Anthea
Isle of Wight •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 9, 2024
It was good to go on a less busy night, sometimes it’s very noisy particularly at the weekends. Food always good and staff attentive.
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Smoking Lobster CowesPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Cowes
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4.7
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Neil
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 24, 2024
Always good for Sunday lunch, an excellent Carvery with plenty of choices from small plates to regular, meats freshly carved choices of moist Pork, Turkey, Ham always thinly sliced and excellent plus Beef joints after that the vegetables are regularly changed with a selection of Stuffing, Brussels Sprouts, Peas, Mashed Swede, Roast Parsnips, Red Cabbage, Roast Potatoes Broccoli Cheese plus Gravy, Mustard, Horseradish, Apple Sauce etc Always busy and necessary to book so please b by up
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The Birdham at BembridgePrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Bembridge
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4.6
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Angela
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Booking was easy through open table, however it didn’t book us for the bottomless brunch I was expecting to be booked for! However Delaneys were very accommodating! Our waitress Dolly was outstanding and made our experience very enjoyable
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Delaneys SouthseaPrice: Moderate• English• Southsea
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4.5

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. The Birdham at Bembridge

2. Carluccio's - Portsmouth

3. Smoking Lobster Ventnor

4. Smoking Lobster Cowes

5. Delaneys Southsea

6. Brasserie Blanc Portsmouth

7. The Florence Arms

8. Sakura Portsmouth

9. The Red Duster

10. Jolly Roger

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