Ocean Restaurant

Delicious and creative dishes, including interesting Vegetarian options. Wonderful friendly service added to the occasion. Would recommend table lighting, as room lighting slightly harsh, rugs on the floor would help with the ambience as well as the acoustics, and art on the walls as well, maybe from local artists on the IOW. Update the tables and chairs to something more contemporary, upholstered chairs. Make more of a feature of the fireplace, flamboyant and floral or evergreen ? These suggestions would 'elevate' the room to the level of the food, which i repeat was outstanding!

The champagne high-tea was an absolutely lovely experience for my auntie and I, from beginning to end. From the minute we arrived, we were warmly welcomed and seated at a window table with a beautiful ocean view. The table was pre-set with crisp white linens and elegant decoration and plate ware. Our server was amazing... very charismatic, friendly, and attentive. We were presented with Prosecco upon arrival, which was was divinely delicious. Shortly after, followed the English tea and a finessed array of crustless finger sandwiches, scones with the most delicious clotted cream and strawberry jam, and an assortment of delicate desserts. Everything was superbly eloquent. Highly recommended.

Matthew Tomkinson at the Hambrough reminds us all what 'fine dining' should mean, yet so rarely does, alas; for his cooking contains the rarest of all ingredients - intelligence! I cannot remember when I have enjoyed a culinary evening more, either in London or indeed Paris. Everything worked, both individually and as an ensemble. Chapeau.