Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 2686 reviews

What Bryony O doesn't like about Crab Shed:
Brought my family here for a treat crab pasty but was a bit disappointed in the quality. Not as they were. Smaller and less crab filling and no salad on the side as previously. Just presented in a bag! Don’t recommend Ventnor cider either… very sharp. Still to the cans. Beautiful setting however as usual . Hope we were there on an off day and former size and quality returns. View all feedback. What Emma Mason likes about Crab Shed:
one of the most beautiful and magical hidden treasures on the island. eating is fantastic and completely fresh. the wee simply improves their taste buds. the workers they can see love what they do and passionate about what they serve. I can't say enough sizzling dinge on this place. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.2 ★ from 50 reviews
Warren
04.09.2024 - 05:23

Stunning crab pasty and Salmon pasty. Views are out of this world

Alex
04.09.2024 - 05:23

Worst experience on the Island. Terrible access and even worse service. Left waiting for food, which was only two pasties for over 45 minutes. Prioritised other...

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Mike
04.09.2024 - 05:23

A truly beautiful place, almost reminiscent of southern Crete. It is worth the little hike to this unique part of England and the Isle of Wight from Ventnor or...

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Eleanor
04.09.2024 - 05:23

Such a lovely, welcoming family run and owned business. Every guest is cherished and the food, drink, service and aforementioned welcome are OUT OF THIS WORLD.!...

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Yvonne
04.09.2024 - 05:23

An absolute gem! We had the crab pasties (piping hot fresh from the oven) and some beers. They have the Lucky Saint hazy pale ale which I haven't seen anywhere...

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The Crab Shed in Steephill Cove is a hidden gem on the island that offers fantastic, fresh seafood in a beautiful setting. The crab pasties are delicious, with a generous filling encased in crispy pastry. The mackerel ciabatta is also highly recommended. The staff are friendly and passionate about what they serve, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Despite a few minor disappointments with portion size and presentation, the overall quality and taste of the food shine through. A visit to The Crab Shed is a must if you find yourself on the island during the summer season.

Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 357 reviews
Mohammed
09.10.2023 - 22:51

A little gem, this is a must visit destination for foodies visiting IOW. The crab pasties salmon pastors are to die for!

Keeley
09.10.2023 - 22:51

Lovely little rustic outdoor restaurant at Steephill Cove. We arrived by chance at noon just as it opened. Delicious crab pastie, albeit quite small I could hav...

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Benjamin
09.10.2023 - 22:51

Quaint place in the cove. Got there at 12 to ensure we got a crab pasty which was delicious. Good selection of drinks. Took a while to find but made it a bit of...

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Ruby
09.10.2023 - 22:51

Fantastic location, Steep Hill Cove. Wonderful, piping hot Crab Pasty, I was so jealous! I can’t eat crab anymore. My cooked to order Mackerel ciabatta, with ze...

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Raffaele
09.10.2023 - 22:51

The best result after a fairly lengthy walk on a hot summer's day! I'd googled this place and wanted to see for myself how good the reviews were claiming it to...

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Menu
4.3 ★ from 3 reviews
Heather
09.11.2017 - 11:30

Simple and straight forward fresh seafood crab,lobster and mackerel .

Emma
01.06.2022 - 04:48

One of the most beautiful and magical hidden treasures on the island. eating is fantastic and completely fresh. the wee simply improves their taste buds. the wo...

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Lucy
01.06.2022 - 04:48

After venting the 88 steep steps (my daughter counted them and again up with our crab bags we bought home to bake them. After I had eaten them tonight for dinne...

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Yelp
3.9 ★ from 1 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.6 ★ from 506 reviews
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