Smoking Lobster is one of the Isle of Wight’s slickest spots for a Christmas party. This pan-Asian seafood restaurant, perched right on Cowes Harbour, comes complete with dreamy waterfront views and a menu that’s guaranteed to make Christmas memorable.
For private parties, check out The Bamboo Room - a clean, modern space tucked away from the main dining room and seating up to 30 guests. It’s ideal for office parties, family get-togethers or any Christmas gathering where you want a bit of privacy. Smaller groups can also book into the main restaurant.
Food is where Smoking Lobster really flexes its muscles. The pan-Asian menu offers Christmas food far more exciting than the usual turkey and trimmings. There’s yuzu miso black cod, Szechuan lobster katsu maki, huge sharing sashimi platters loaded with fresh catch, and miso-grilled whole lobster. Christmas groups require flexibility, so don’t worry - non-seafood eaters aren’t left out, with Wagyu beef sirloin, robata rib-eye, and char siu Iberico pork pluma all on the cards.
Most impressive of all, the restaurant has its own fishing boat, meaning much of the seafood on your festive table is hauled in fresh by its crew - a very Isle of Wight touch that guarantees the freshest fish.
The drinks list keeps things festive, with Japanese whiskies, wines and cocktails, alongside the usual beers, and lots of non-alcoholic options too for those not drinking.
Whether you’re in charge of the end-of-year team dinner, or you’re planning a family celebration out of the kitchen, Smoking Lobster brings top-tier food, gorgeous harbour views and a team that knows how to put on a party. Drop them a line to start planning your festive do now.