If you are on the IoW you really must go to the Heron. An open kitchen adds to the amazing food experience you will enjoy. The chef's are real culinary artists and the waiters are spot on. Truly a WOW dinner. One minor point was...that the menu listed in an unusual manner (at least for us) but after discussing with our waitress it all became clear and proved to be fabulous.More

Our first visit to Heron. The restaurant exudes sophistication and this little haven offers food with wonderful textures and tastes. The presentation of the food is first class. The staff are very attentive. Will keep this place in mind for future celebrations.

My partner booked Heron as a treat and because we had a rare opportunity to eat out together. We had been before for her 50th a year or so ago and was heartened from the outset that it is clear this business continues to go...from strength to strength. We booked for an early dinner and went to their bar just along the road for a fabulous cocktail and a welcome selection of amuse bouche. We then took the short walk to the main restaurant and were warmly welcomed by the from of house like we were regular customers. We had a fantastic table opposite the open kitchen. We plumped for the 7 course taster menu and spent the next couple of hours in absolute bliss! Course after course delivered excellent and surprising flavor combinations. Could not fault a single dish. Pacing of the meal was perfect and the staff were attentive but not intrusive, which is a difficult skill to manage. Despite it being a Friday evening and busy we were made to feel like we were the only customers. Easily the best dining experience on the Island in our humble opinion. Can't wait for our next special occasion so we can have an excuse to return. Thank you to everyone for making our evening so special.More

This place was recommended to me by new colleagues, and as a massive foodie I was waiting for a place where the food blew me away AND the service was excellent. Being a previous hospitality worker I would say I'm particular about service but the...waitress was outstanding and this place was everything I have been waiting for in regards to excellent food and service to match. Everything down to the music playlist was amazing. We had drinks in the longe which were even carried through for us when we couldn't finish in time for our reservation. The initial service of complimentary canapés set the tone for the whole evening, with both the lounge bar lady and restaurant server talking through dishes. The dishes of which were extraordinary thoughtful in terms of presentation and flavour. 100/10 will be recommending as a high class but surprisingly affordable dining experience. You will be seeing me often xMore

We visited the Heron on Saturday, 2nd September for a special occasion. It was incredibly disappointing and extremely poor value. The food was not “delectable”, the sommelier was not knowledgable, and the ambience dull with the staff rushing around creating a stressful atmosphere. The cost...(£300 for two) exceeded truly fine dining at a London restaurant. We would recommend the Heron is avoided and recommend the True Food Kitchen in Ventnor: excellent food at half the cost!More

The food at The Heron is an absolute delight. Every mouthful is pure pleasure, full of flavour and textures. It was so good we booked it again for the last night of our holidays. Sadly we don’t live on the IoW. We would highly, highly...recommend the Heron. Staff were super too. Thank you.More

We all went for the 7 course tasting menu and 100% delighted with the food. See pics attached. Classy but affordable tasty dishes in stylish surroundings with friendly, professional staff. What's not to love!

What there was is ok , but I thought that minimalist cuisine portions had gone out of fashion? £12.50 for a liver of cheese the size of a piece of a Dairylea portion took the biscuit-but they did have the grace to remove it from...the bill. Little atmosphere and we will not be making a return visit.More

Fantastic meal in a very good restaurant, all the food was served to perfection. You get what you pay for - go here and you won't be disappointed ! Will definitely be back on our next visit to the IoW !

We come here regularly and it is always a fantastic experience. The food (we had the tasting menu) was superb (it always is) and the ambiance is great. When we arrived home we immediately booked for our next visit. We always do.

This place is very special. We went for our wedding anniversary and it exceed our expectations. Service exceptional. Will be back. Go, you won’t regret it.

Sensational food experience! We enjoyed the blind tasting menu paired with wines. As good as anything we’ve had in London….and much better value for money. Astonished this team don’t have a Michelin star…only a matter of time I suspect. Service was great as well, and...we’d recommend having a cocktail at the lounge next door beforehandMore