"After visiting Osbourne House and not finding much there to recommend in the way of eating, we hit upon the Duke of York pub which had basic pub food but the prices were good and the food we got was excellent. Served us well on a cold windy day. plus the local regulars were all as friendly as can be and loved talking to us which sometimes we don't get in local pubs. was a very nice experience."

"Went in last night (4th Nov 2012) and ordered the Lamb Roast. What can I say other than Fan-tas-tic!!! Friendly staff, lovely atmosphere and superb service. A really super place to stay or eat...or both! 10/10 +++"

"I have just come back from a holiday in Cowes with my husband and 2 boys, aged 17 months and 9 years. We were staying just round the corner from this pub and went there as a family for an early evening drink and relax most days. Wonderful, character-full pub, super friendly staff and customers, the locals seemed to welcome us with open arms. Food was gorgeous, and such generous portions that we weren't able to test the puddings! Can recommend the steak and ale pie, and the sirloin steak very highly...and the kids loved their pasta and bolognaise, and the chicken curry."