FIVE Isle of Wight establishments have been listed in the prestigious AA Restaurant Guide 2020 — a culinary bible of the best places to eat in the country.

Thompsons, in Newport, The Royal Hotel and Smoking Lobster, both in Ventnor, The Three Buoys, Appley, and The Seaview Hotel have all made the grade and received rosettes for the quality of their food.

Simon Numphud, AA Media managing director, said: "We are pleased to see the hospitality industry going from strength to strength, with over 140 new dining destinations being added to The Restaurant Guide 2020.

"The establishments in this year’s guide demonstrate the high quality of culinary experiences across the country, offering delicious food and impeccable service.

"The guide offers an in-depth guide to the UK’s restaurant scene by county, with a detailed description of each destination, from opening details and capacity, to whether the restaurant is child friendly, alongside information on the latest chef changes and sample menu prices."

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