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The Waterfront

A Totland Bay seafront bar and restaurant on The Promenade, known for sea views, sunsets, food, drinks and live music.

The Waterfront sits on The Promenade at Totland Bay, with the sea close enough to shape the whole visit. It is a west Wight restaurant and bar for lunches that turn into longer afternoons, sunset drinks, Sunday music and those meals where visiting friends want the view to do half the work. The best tables feel tied to the bay rather than hidden from it, which is why the place often works better as a planned stop than a last-minute fallback.

The useful thing here is the setting. You can arrive after a beach walk, sit down properly, and still feel connected to the water rather than tucked away indoors. Food is served daily on the official schedule, with vegan and gluten-free options noted by the venue, so mixed groups have a better chance of finding something without turning lunch into a negotiation. It suits families who want space to breathe, couples watching the weather change, and anyone trying to make west Wight feel like more than a quick drive to the end of the island.

If the tide, wind and diary all line up, it fits neatly with Totland Pier, Colwell or Freshwater Bay before heading back across the island. Check current table availability, food times and music listings before travelling, especially in summer when west Wight evenings can fill quickly once the weather looks kind.

Upcoming events here

Sunday 24 May 2026

1 event

Sunday 31 May 2026

1 event

Sunday Live: Paolo

Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Paolo on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.

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Sunday 7 June 2026

1 event

Sunday 14 June 2026

1 event

Sunday Live: Storm

Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Storm on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.

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Sunday 28 June 2026

1 event

Sunday 5 July 2026

1 event

Sunday 12 July 2026

1 event

Sunday 19 July 2026

1 event

Sunday Live: Wham 69

Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Wham 69 on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.

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Sunday 26 July 2026

1 event

Sunday Live: Mumma Mia

Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Mumma Mia on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.

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Sunday 2 August 2026

1 event

Sunday 9 August 2026

1 event

Sunday 16 August 2026

1 event

Sunday Live: Coverflow

Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Coverflow on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.

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Sunday 23 August 2026

1 event

Sunday Live: Storm

Sunday afternoon live music at The Waterfront, Totland Bay (Storm on the poster). Music from 3pm; check venue for food service times. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.

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Sunday 30 August 2026

1 event

Sunday 6 September 2026

1 event

Sunday 13 September 2026

1 event

Sunday 20 September 2026

1 event

Saturday 14 November 2026

1 event

Mumma Mia Night

Ticketed Mumma Mia night at The Waterfront (Saturday 14 November on the poster). Entry by ticket — confirm times and prices with the venue. Source: venue poster / eatbythesea.com.

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