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Welcome

The Isle of Wight’s landmark seafood pub, The Crab and Lobster Inn offers a delicious menu, first class service and spectacular views out to sea. Family run over four generations, we pride ourselves on serving up the freshest catch, the warmest welcome and a great night's sleep, with five cosy en-suite rooms available upstairs. From the warm sun and salty breeze across our terrace in summer, to a roaring log fire in winter, The Crab and Lobster is a destination pub year round. Enjoy a well curated menu of seasonal dishes, from a seafood platter to a hearty roast and your favourite tipple from behind the bar. Find us in the pretty coastal village of Bembridge overlooking the bay. 

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FOOD

Tasty Food & Spectacular Views…

Choose from a seasonal menu of fresh seafood, locally reared meats and the best local produce, served up as beautifully refined dishes and pub classics. Not sure what to order? The Crab and Lobster is famous for its impressive hot and cold seafood platters, perfectly accompanied by a crisp white wine or the Island’s own Mermaid Gin and tonic against the backdrop of the sea. Our succulent steaks, pork chops and sausages come direct from Woodfords, the local village butcher, served up with a luxurious truffle mash, in a rich steak, red wine and thyme pie or with bubble and squeak. Don’t forget to check out our daily specials board and set menus. 

ROOMS

Be Our Guest 

We’re delighted to announce that after a period of closure, our brand new hotel rooms are now complete and ready for guests.

 

An extensive refurbishment program has been undertaken to give you, our guest, the best possible experience whilst staying with us.

 

New beds and mattresses along with furniture, DAB radios and coffee machines work seamlessly with brand new bathrooms and power showers! Whether it’s a romantic getaway or a stop over for business, our guest rooms will not only meet, but exceed your expectations. 

 

See our offers page for latest hotel offers.

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Offers

The Crab and Lobster is part of the Character Inns family, a family run collective of historic and character pubs in the most picturesque locations on the Isle of Wight. You’ll find a range of offers on our Character Inns App, including discounts on food and drink throughout the year.

 

You can download our App and save here. Or scan this QR code:

The Crab and Lobster is one of four pubs in the Character Inns family, alongside The Bugle Coaching Inn and Kings Head at Yarmouth and The Buddle Inn at Niton.

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The Gift Of
A Good Meal

GIVE THE GIFT OF GREAT FOOD AND A STAY ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT.

 

We’re pleased to offer Gift Vouchers for food, drink and accommodation at The Crab and Lobster Inn at Bembridge, the perfect present for foodies, regular Island visitors, a special gift or for the person who has everything. 

 

Choose an amount from £10 up to £100 (book multiple for a larger sum), plus £3.75 to post your voucher with a gift box, or email the voucher to you or the recipient for free. Simply add a personal message and who your voucher is from. 

 

After booking, a confirmation email will be sent from noreply@mytoggle.io – please check your junk and spam folders. 

 

Vouchers are redeemable at any of the Character Inn family pubs, The Crab and Lobster at Bembridge, The Bugle Coaching Inn and Kings Head at Yarmouth and The Buddle at Niton.

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We are delighted to be launching our new ‘Islander’ Loyalty Scheme – available exclusively to and for Isle of Wight residents. 

We know times are tough with economic pressures affecting us all. That’s why we want to reduce the burden as much as we can for those that use our pubs the most – Island residents. 

 

By signing up to our ‘Islander’ Loyalty Scheme you will receive special offers across our four pubs. Additionally, you will receive a ‘flat rate’ 10% discount on food, drinks and accommodation which is available 365 days a year, we will also send you a £10 Off Gift (to use when spending £25 or more). There will be no catches or gimmicks, just honest price reductions across our venues.

How do I sign up?

We need to ensure you are a bonafide resident here on the Isle of Wight. Therefore, we require you to prove your address to us. 

EXISTING CHARACTER INNS APP USER?

  • Ensure the Character Inns App is on your smartphone.

  • Head into your nearest venue with proof of address I.D.

  • Ask a member of the team to sign you up to the ‘Islander’ Loyalty Scheme

  • We will do the rest..

  • Make sure you have your notifications activated to receive the latest offers!

  • Please allow up to 7 working days for activation. You will be notified when it is live.

  • Enjoy great food, drink and discounts at Character Inns!​

NEW USER?

  • Download & register the Character Inns App here

  • Or scan this code:

 

  • Ensure you have registered your D.O.B & Anniversary date if applicable. 

  • Ensure the Character Inns App is on your smartphone.

  • Head into your nearest venue with proof of address I.D.

  • Ask a member of the team to sign you up to the ‘Islander’ Loyalty Scheme

  • We will do the rest..

  • Make sure you have your notifications activated to receive the latest offers!

  • Please allow up to 7 working days for activation. You will be notified when it is live.

  • Enjoy great food, drink & discounts at Character Inns!

ACCEPTED ID:

  • Driving License

  • Passport

  • Blue Light Card

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TERMS & CONDITIONS:

  • Offer only available to Island residents

  • Discounts not available in conjunction with any other promotion or offer

  • Discounts only available via the App

  • Character Inns reserve the right to withdraw any offer at any time without prior notice

  • E&OE

OPENINGHOURS

 32 Forelands Field Road,

Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO35 5TR

Opening Hours:

Food Service: 12-8pm

Bar: 12-10pm (or later)

Please note:

We don’t give a fixed closing time as we keep this flexible subject to our bookings and how many people are in the pub. We would strongly recommend booking a table to avoid disappointment. Thank you.

Part of The Character Inns Family     characterinns.co.uk

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