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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
1782 Reviews
£26 to £40
Pan-Asian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • 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 1,782 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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1,782 Reviews

  1. Jane

    Surrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WOW WOW WOW!! This was one of the best meals we have ever eaten! We went for our anniversary and what a memory we have made everything was perfect. the waiter explained all the dishes and the starters were out of this world - oysters and tuna!! We then had lobster and sea bream and I have never tasted such beautiful fish. the puddings were a delight and we finished with a liqueur coffee. Thank you so much for a fabulous evening. If you are in Ventnor this is a must!!

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  2. Trevor

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly staff and excellent service. The food was outstanding. A very enjoyable evening

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    Isle of Wight

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service as usual. Amazing seafood Thank you

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  4. Mark

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time eating at this restaurant. The staff were very friendly and helpful service was professional and easy going 10/10 for the staff excellent 👌 The restaurant itself was extremely clean and tidy the sea view was amazing. The food amazing presentation 10/10 Service 10/10 Experience 10/10 A perfect experience was had myself and my friend. I highly recommend a visit to this restaurant I will make another visit myself Many thanks the all the staff for a perfect dinner experience 👌👌👌👌👌👌

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  5. Francis

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the seafood were very fresh and the chef had cooked the lobsters very well (not over cooked) and tasty. Am once was good and staff very courteous, friendly and helpful. 👍👍

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  6. Dave

    Isle of Wight

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had monkfish and lobster dishes both with herb fries, delicious . Serving staff attentive 👍👍

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Berkshire

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious food and great cocktails!! We had a great evening with friends.

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  8. Jane

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious seafood followed by a lively swim on the beach. A perfect day!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Isle of Wight

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food & service. Lovely location by the sea.

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  10. Sharon

    Birmingham

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place, I have been a few times in my last 2 visits to the island, the food is excellent, the staff are lovely, there is a really good vibe, even the music is quirky, just a lovely experience, and it will definitely be my first choice when I come again next year

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Smoking Lobster Ventnor is rated 4.8 stars by 1782 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Smoking Lobster Ventnor

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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