The Reef

Featured reviews

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  Alison Perry

  ·today

  “Absolutely awesome! We came here for an evening meal after walking up Culver Down to watch the eclipse. Previous reviews had all raved about the gluten-free options. Well, turns out they have a fairly extensive GF menu, the only things unavailable as GF are the battered fish (they have perfected their batter mix) and pizza (they are renowned for excellent pizza so understandably don't want to mess with this recipe). All chips are GF so are automatically safe. My daughter had the poke bowl which she finished (unusually for her so it must have been good!) I had the lamb pitta which was delicious and my son had a cheeseburger which he also enjoyed. The servers are lovely, it was so nice to talk to the young man who was also coeliac. He was excellent with advice and information. It made such a difference to the evening knowing that someone on the 'other side of the table' understood the issues and went out of their way to reassure us of safe options. 5 stars can't wait to come back. And bonus, they are dog friendly, on the outside terrace.🐾🐾”

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  Stacy Crasto

  ·today

  “The reef had good food options. We had the sea bass which was delicious. Clean toilet and nice atmosphere. …”

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  Jo Silvester

  ·today

  “Came here for Gluten free lunch, lots of choices , wish the pasta and pizza could have been gluten free too though , but didn't see an option for those on the menu. Had gluten free fishcakes, salad and fries. Lovely view of the sea , not much parking close by though. Staff very attentive.”

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  Steven Greaves

  ·today

  “This is the absolute gem of Sandown seafront and easily one of the best spots to visit in the area. The food is consistently excellent, with a great range on the menu and everything cooked and presented to a really high standard. Whether you’re stopping by for a relaxed lunch or an evening meal, you can always expect quality. What really sets this place apart though is the staff. They’re genuinely friendly, welcoming, and attentive without ever being over the top, which creates a really laid-back and enjoyable atmosphere. You never feel rushed, and they go out of their way to make sure you’re looked after. In the summer, it’s hard to beat. Sitting outside with a drink in hand, overlooking the seafront, is exactly what you want on a warm day. It’s the perfect place to unwind with great food, a few cocktails, and good company. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this place is a must.”

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  Maja Shannon

  ·today

  “Great place. We really enjoyed the fact that we could sit outside without having to smell the stinky cigarettes as it's a completely smoke free restaurant. Great service, very tasty food, reasonable priced and perfectly sized portions. I …”