Smoking Lobster Cowes - Isle of Wight

4.8 (1446)

£26 to £40

Pan-Asian

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

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Smoking Lobster Cowes - Isle of Wight

4.8

£26 to £40

Pan-Asian

Cowes

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2 people

May 31, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

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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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Pan-Asian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 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
Neighborhood
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

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What 1,446 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
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Smoking Lobster Cowes on the Isle of Wight is a vibrant dining destination known for its fresh, imaginative seafood dishes and "outstanding" service. Guests rave about the "amazing flavors" and "everchanging menu," making it a favorite for locals and visitors alike. The "friendly and attentive" staff ensure a memorable experience every time.

1,446 Reviews

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Colleen
Los Angeles12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very busy night, service and food were outstanding! Friendly, efficient and wonderful service, an excellent experience!
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Michelle
Oxford3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic evening every time we visit! Would recommend the platter for two !
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gabriella
London13 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 23, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is really nice quality and a really interesting fusion. We loved sitting outside on a warm night and the service was excellent.
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Julia
London8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent lunch. Both the tuna and tempura monkfish were fresh and delicious. We’ll be back
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Gemma
Isle of Wight1 review
5.0
Dined on May 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I wanted to treat my mother to a meal here in Cowes and was not disappointed in the least. All the food was so fresh and delicious, portions were decent and the price not actually too bad considering how fresh the fish is. The drinks were full of flavour and the staff are warm, inviting, friendly and very down to earth. Would recommend and return where possible.
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Hilary
Newcastle6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful food, warm and attentive staff. A real buzz in the place. Not neglected at all, despite being rammed!
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Andrew
London16 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent cuisine, great seafood dishes. Fabulous service and lively atmosphere. Lovely decor.
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Kevin
Hampshire15 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our third visit and by far the best! Great food all courses were awesome and a memorable visit! Excellent service and ambience too!!
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GLENN Gold
London33 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb dining, imaginative and delivered with flair and enthusiasm. Reece the manager , delightful and personable. A lovely evening. Thank you.
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Julie
Devon1 review
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful place. Excellent food. Fun and attentive staff
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Pan-Asian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 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
Neighborhood
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

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Make a reservation

Smoking Lobster Cowes - Isle of Wight

4.8

£26 to £40

Pan-Asian

Cowes

Make a reservation

2 people

May 31, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today