BLAKES OF VENTNOR

The Boathouse, Esplanade, Ventnor.

Map reference: 14

Tel: 01983 852176.

Blakes have been crab fishermen in Ventnor for generations and their whole crabs and crab-meat are generally available. Lobsters are available in summer and a range of fresh fish is also for sale, depending on the daily catch. 

Open: April-Oct: 10am-4pm daily, Winter: 11am-3pm daily.

THE BEST DRESSED CRAB IN TOWN

Ivar Cottage, Hillway Road, Bembridge.

Map reference: 24

Tel: 01983 874758.

High quality, fresh cooked local crab and lobster is available direct from the fishing boat of this small, family-run business. Dinner party platters are a speciality. 

Open: Summer: 10am-5pm daily, Winter: Saturday mornings only. Nearest bus stop 2 mins; Whitecliff Bay.