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

Smoking Lobster Cowes

4.7
4.7
1176 Reviews
£26 to £40
Pan-Asian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Good for groups
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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

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What 1,176 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smoking Lobster Cowes offers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "excellent Asian-inspired fusion dishes" and the "imaginative small plates," though some note the portions are small for the price. With a vibrant atmosphere, it's a "truly sensational" destination for food lovers.

1,176 Reviews

  1. Alexa

    Oxford

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing to fault. Amazing food and staff. Thank you for having us.

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  2. Krista

    Berkshire

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always and consistently fabulous. Greatest food and great service. Thank you

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  3. Hannah

    Hampshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Food and friendly service. Was a lovely evening thank you.

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  4. Anthea

    Isle of Wight

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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.
    Smoking Lobster CowesResponded on December 12, 2024
    Dear Anthea, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed a quieter evening with us and are thrilled to hear you consistently find the food delicious and the staff attentive. We look forward to welcoming you back, whether it’s for a peaceful weekday visit or a lively weekend atmosphere! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  5. patrick

    Isle of Wight

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great night out for our work Christmas meal. The tasting menu was excellent, really interesting and tasty food, beautifully presented. Great service, a very enjoyable evening. Highly recommended.
    Smoking Lobster CowesResponded on December 8, 2024
    Dear Patrick, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear your work Christmas meal was such a success. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the tasting menu, the presentation, and the service. We’re thrilled to have been part of such a special evening and truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  6. Emma

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food outstanding, service very poor very neglected, had to ask for a drinks ask for pudding. Everything felt like we was totally neglected. Never asked if our food was okay unlike the table next door who I have to say received 100% of the waitresses attention. We have been here many times and never experienced this, really it was a shame. Maybe if we owned a yacht and not a kayak we might have received a bit more attention.

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  7. Helen

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely blown away, the service was great and the food was absolutely outstanding couldn't fault a thing.
    Smoking Lobster CowesResponded on December 12, 2024
    Dear Helen, Thank you for your fantastic review! We are so happy to hear you were blown away by both the service and the food. It means the world to us that you found everything outstanding and faultless. We hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  8. Scott

    VIP

    London

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolute perfection from the food to the fabulous staff Faultless and we will certainly return
    Smoking Lobster CowesResponded on November 29, 2024
    Dear Scott, Thank you for such a glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear you found everything—from the food to the service—absolutely perfect. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  9. Katie

    Devon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food Great Atmosphere , you will not be disappointed!
    Smoking Lobster CowesResponded on December 8, 2024
    Dear Katie, Thank you for your 5-star review and recommendation! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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  10. Sascha

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing roast dinner- definitely the best you can get on the IoW. We will be back soon
    Smoking Lobster CowesResponded on November 25, 2024
    Dear Sascha, Thank you for your amazing review! We’re over the moon that you consider our Roast Dinner the best on the Isle of Wight—it’s such a wonderful compliment! We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another fantastic meal! Warm regards, Smoking Lobster Group

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Smoking Lobster Cowes is rated 4.7 stars by 1176 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Smoking Lobster Cowes

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

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    High Street, Cowes
  • Neighbourhood
    Cowes
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • 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
  • Website
    https://www.smoking-lobster.co.uk/cowes
  • Phone number
    01983 240916
  • Catering
    We offer private catering at your home. Please contact the restaurant
  • Private party facilities
    Email directly cowes@smokinglobster.co.uk
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