The Beach Shack

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  Giacomo Giacomo

  ·2 months ago

  “There's a honesty car park up the hill making it very easy to park and wander to the coast and have lunch at the shack. Staff friendly and helpful and the WiFi is appreciated. Sandwiches had pretty basic sliced bread with local crab, prawns ham or cheese with a half packet of crisps in a pot for a tenner. Had the soup of the day which was chicken, and it came with what looked like two chunks of tiger loaf and two sachets of catering butter. It was nice but didn't have a strong flavour. Pot of tea was a bit too strong for us, it was over brewed in both of our opinions. Location is wonderful but was underwhelmed with the food.”

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  Karen Gillion

  ·2 months ago

  “Just lovely.... the food was great and tasty and the staff were so good. They brought out a fresh bowl of water and a treat for our dog. We will be back when we're next in IoW.”

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  Anna Forsling

  ·2 months ago

  “Such a fab little place! Opted for the crab baguette and a cold beer! Loved it!”

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  James Shipman

  ·5 months ago

  “By far one of the best hidden gems we found in the IoW this week! Honestly the amount of crab in baguette to £ ratio was outstanding, service so kind and the setting!!!!!! Just wow! Thank you for welcoming us with open arms! Freddie did have some food from your shop too we promise 😅😊🥰”

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  Graham Middleton

  ·5 months ago

  “I've been to the beautiful Steephill Cove many times, and have often had a crab sandwich and/or coffee at the Beach Shack. But on this visit, on a cool stormy day in May, with waves crashing onto the sea wall right outside the cafe at high tide, I decided to try the crab soup... What a great decision that was! It is absolutely superb - plenty of crab, glass noodles, and some chilli to spice it up, with a coriander garnish - plus two big chunks of the freshest tiger loaf. This has to be the signature dish of the Beach Shack and I have no idea why I haven't tried it before. Attentive service with a smile only adds to the experience - highly recommended!”

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  AL

  ·6 months ago

  “Went for a work tour and the service was lovely, really friendly! Great seaside gem with stunning views. The Beach Shack offers delicious choices in a relaxed, cosy setting right by the water, perfect for a peaceful lunch with a beautiful coastal backdrop. 🌊🥂”

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  Ayyub Chowdhury

  ·6 months ago

  “I stopped by The Beach Shack and it turned out to be one of those laid back spots that just gets it right without trying too hard. I went for the crab sandwich on white bread and that was easily the highlight. The crab tasted really fresh, not overly dressed or drowned in sauce, just clean and natural which is exactly what you want from seafood by the coast. The white bread was soft and light which worked perfectly because it didn’t overpower the filling. Every bite felt balanced, and you could actually enjoy the flavour of the crab rather than fighting through heavy extras. I also grabbed a cream tea with scones and jam. The scones came out nice and warm which already puts them above most places. They had that soft, slightly crumbly texture without being dry. The cream was thick and rich, really indulgent, and paired with the sweetness of the jam it just worked perfectly. It felt like a real treat rather than something rushed or pre made. For something cold I tried the mint chocolate ice cream and that didn’t disappoint either. The mint flavour was refreshing without being too strong and the chocolate added just the right amount of sweetness. It was smooth, creamy, and a great way to finish everything off. On top of the food, the views here are genuinely amazing. Sitting there with that kind of scenery while eating fresh food just elevates the whole experience. It is one of those places where you can just sit back and take your time and watch the coast lines. The staff were also really nice and welcoming which always makes a difference. Service felt relaxed but attentive, and you never felt rushed. Overall it is a great little spot if you want good food, a chilled atmosphere, and a view that does half the work for you. Definitely worth stopping by if you are in the area.”

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  TanTalus Colony

  ·7 months ago

  “Unbeatable position for this small and simple beachside cafe, with waves lapping at the steps in front. Menu appears expensive, especially for the fresh local seafood but probably worth it on a sunny day. Extremely limited alcoholic drinks selection, with just some bottled beer. It’s a real pity, given the world class location, that they don’t serve any wine.”

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  Kevin Wigmore

  ·1 year ago

  “I can't speak highly enough of this place ! If you visit or live on the Isle of Wight you must go here !. Delicious food, the prawn sandwich is full of prawns !. We had hot drinks. Service was amazing, we moved tables as it was windy and it was not problem with the waitress getting our order to us. Amazing view of the sea while you eat. Unless there's another way down, access may be difficult, we came down the step path and going up wasn't easy, so bear that in mind if you have mobility issues. We parked at the gardens at the top (£5 all day) but I'm unsure if there's better parking for the beach shack, we had to walk the dog so the walk didn't bother us. The beach shack is dog friendly. The toilet is at the bottom of the steps to the left (not on the premises), its looked after my volunteers (I think) and they ask for a donation afterwards to help stop the council from closing it. I would 100% go back, I have happy memories of the amazing food with the waves crashing surroundings..... would recommend to everyone.”

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  Mrs. John

  ·2 years ago

  “Steep hill cove is one of my favourite places. The tide was in when we visited so a lot of the tables couldn’t be used but the staff were very helpful and despite of some very rude customers, they were polite and efficient. The crab sandwich was very nice and so was the tea but the location is perfect.”