Pubs have come and gone on the Isle of Wight over the years, but memories of them remain.

Islanders have been reminiscing about the many good times they had while drinking a pint or two!

Some pubs and bars were so memorable that their names have stuck in minds even years later.

On Facebook, we asked 'which Island bar do you miss the most?'.

We've picked out just five of the most popular mentions...

The Vine, Newport

Isle of Wight County Press: The Vine pub, which is now Hong Kong Express.The Vine pub, which is now Hong Kong Express. (Image: IWCP)
The Vine pub, based on the corner of Newport High Street and Holyrood Street, was once a popular drinking spot.

Today it is Chinese restaurant and takeaway, Hong Kong Express.

Among those to pick the pub as her most missed was Kristina, who said: "It was where we used to go after college".

Kings House Bar, Sandown

Isle of Wight County Press: The former Kings Bar, SandownThe former Kings Bar, Sandown (Image: IWCP)

Since its closure, The Kings House bar has lain empty for a number of years.

In June 2023, the building was sold at auction for more than £100,000 over its asking price.

Read more: Once popular Isle of Wight pub sells at property auction

On Facebook, Daniel recalled spending a lot of time there in his 20s.

Hole in the Wall, Ventnor

Isle of Wight County Press: The former Hole in the Wall, Ventnor.The former Hole in the Wall, Ventnor. (Image: IWCP)

The Hole in the Wall, Ventnor was based on the corner of Market Street and Pound Lane.

It was previously known as The Commercial Tap.

Today, a block of flats stand on land formerly occupied by the pub.

Leoni named it as her most missed, saying it was "a great little pub!"

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The Royal Squadron, Ryde

Isle of Wight County Press: The former Royal Squadron, RydeThe former Royal Squadron, Ryde (Image: IWCP)

Before becoming Coburgs, the bar on Union Street, Ryde was The Royal Squadron.

And before that, it was known as the Royal Kent Hotel.

To this day it still hosts live performances from bands and continues to be popular among revellers.

Waterside bar, Cowes

Isle of Wight County Press: The former Waterside bar, Cowes.The former Waterside bar, Cowes. (Image: Isle of Wight County Press)

The Waterside called time in 2013 and is now an apartment with sea views.

In 2008, the pub made headlines after it brought lap dancing to Cowes Week, prompting protests.

Before becoming the Waterside, it was known as Harbour Lights.