The Red Duster - Cowes

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The Red Duster

The Red Duster
4.3 / 5 (2684 reviews)

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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.

Last update: 27.03.2026 from: npayne

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★ 4.3 / 5 from 2684 reviews

Reviews praise The Red Duster's friendly service, cosy atmosphere and memorable desserts, while noting occasional underseasoned savoury dishes and firm bench seating.

chevallier-bertrand
06.11.2017

Excellent little resturant with great service. I've eated here a few times not and never had cause to complain, highly reccomended.

joy-m-vine10
04.11.2023

The food was superb, great service with friendly helpful staff. Very reasonably priced. Well worth the visit, we can't wait to go back.

michelle-r-ivy77
04.11.2023

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

npayne
10.09.2024

So good had to go back for the AMAZING Stilton and Marmite melt potatoes. Well worth the trip to the IoW.

npayne
10.09.2024

Wonderful food, and great service. Food fresh, cooked very well, and nicely presented.

FAQ

Yes — reviews repeatedly highlight warm, friendly and efficient service from the team.

Yes, guests commonly praise attentive, chatty staff who enhance the dining experience.

The restaurant maintains a cosy, relaxed bistro atmosphere suited to both casual meals and special occasions.

The venue serves lunch and dinner; it’s mentioned often as a choice for both services.

Yes, guests use it for anniversaries, weddings-related dining and special celebrations.

Yes, the restaurant uses bench seating in parts of the dining room.

No — it’s positioned as a cosy, imaginative bistro rather than strict fine-dining.

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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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