The Red Duster - Cowes
The Red Duster
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Step into The Red Duster and discover a cosy Isle of Wight bistro where friendly service meets adventurous cooking. Nestled on Cowes High Street, The Red Duster tempts with a varied menu spanning fresh seafood, steaks, risottos and playful comfort dishes — and desserts that keep guests coming back. Expect thoughtful plates, a well-curated wine list and staff who make you feel genuinely welcome. Whether it’s a celebratory dinner, a leisurely lunch, or a romantic evening by the harbour, The Red Duster delivers warmth, character and creative flavours that sing long after the meal.
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Reviews praise The Red Duster's friendly service, cosy atmosphere and memorable desserts, while noting occasional underseasoned savoury dishes and firm bench seating.
Excellent little resturant with great service. I've eated here a few times not and never had cause to complain, highly reccomended.
The food was superb, great service with friendly helpful staff. Very reasonably priced. Well worth the visit, we can't wait to go back.
Noticed the outside of this place first, looked a bit quirky. Food here was fabulous, honestly one of the best meals we’ve had in a while. Would thoroughly recommend! The waitress looked after us very well, very friendly snd knowledgeable about the island. Great find
So good had to go back for the AMAZING Stilton and Marmite melt potatoes. Well worth the trip to the IoW.
Wonderful food, and great service. Food fresh, cooked very well, and nicely presented.
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Chorizo And Bacon MacaroniA little pot of warming macaroni cheese flavoured + crunchy bacon & chorizo pieces; served + poppy seeded melba fingers.
£6 Crispy Pancetta And Tomato Verdi SaladGrilled slices of pancetta tossed + mixed baby leaves & cherry tomatoes bound + a lightly minted Salsa Verdi dressing.
£6 Smoked Haddock CrêpeSavoury crêpe filled + smoked haddock; gently cooked in a cream & white wine sauce. Glazed + parmesan to finish.
£7 Smoked Mackerel With Fiery SlawFillet of smoked mackerel served on a nest of horseradish & mustard coleslaw. Finished + a drizzle of sweet chilli & baby leaf garnish.
£7 Grilled Garlic King Tiger PrawnsKing Tiger Prawns butterfly cut & grilled + garlic butter; served + Tabasco & lime mayo dip.
£11 Red Onion And Goats Cheese Frittata£6
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Regulars return specifically for the desserts — an inventive Stilton & Marmite potato dish and pineapple & ginger ice cream have become mini local legends, so save room for something sweet: dessert is often the most-talked-about part of the meal.
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