The Crab Shed

Tamarisk Love Lane, PO38 1AF - Ventnor
·£10–20 Seafood British
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91/100
1127 recommendations

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1,127 total reviews
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4.5/5
324 reviews
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4.6/5
168 reviews
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4.6/5
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4.6/5
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🌳 Outdoor seating 🥡 Takeout 🍽️ Dine-in 🚚 Delivery 🍺 Alcohol 🍷 Wine 📅 Reservations Wheelchair accessible Accessible restroom 😊 Casual

💬 What people say

Pasties 49 Beach 28 Mackerel 16 Lunch 13 Seafood 7 Botanical gardens 6 Sandwich 6 Ciabatta 4

👍 Recommended by 3 people

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Contact Information

📞 Phone: +44 1983 855819
📍 Address: Tamarisk Love Lane, Ventnor

🕐 Opening Hours

Closed
Monday1 Closed
Tuesday2 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Wednesday3 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Thursday4 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Friday5 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Saturday6 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Sunday7 Closed

Google Reviews ⭐ 4.6/5 (203)

Helen Roberts ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
9 months ago
Delicious food in a beautiful little cove, well worth the climb down. We parked in the Botanical Gardens, cost £5 all day (the only option unless you are spending £20+ at the Botanical Gardens, then it's free). We walked up the road, past the lovely cricket club and took Love Lane, which leads to the path down to the cove.
Callum Wright ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
a year ago
The lovely ladies and exceptional scenery of Steephill Cove make eating at The Crab Shed a wonderful experience and I haven't even mentioned the famous Crab Pasties yet! They were absolutely delicious, hot, straight out of the oven and …
Wuhan Tang Klan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
4 months ago
Mackerel sourdough was fabulous, washed down with a local Island cider and perfectly situated for lovely views.
Tim Beech ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
2 years ago
Amazing little spot in a very cosy bay. Feels almost original in its concept and very hidden away. Had a crab and sweet potato pasty, both great (huge recommendations for the sweet potato one). Well worth stopping for lunch although not sure kids are as well accommodated with the food.
Lisa Guest ⭐⭐⭐
4 months ago
The Crab Shed is situated in Steephill Cove. It is approximately 1.5 mile walk from Ventnor, following the Coastal Path. It is very hilly in place. We had heard such good this regarding this place, so decided to go. It is a cute place …
Emma McGillivray (Ems Yoga) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
4 months ago
We visit the crab shed all the time.. Perfect location, gorgeous food, and always lovely friendly staff. Crab pasties are epic, always enjoy them with a nice glass of wine!

Features & Services

Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves small plates
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Pets
Dogs allowed

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