The Ivy

A Taste of Elegance at The Ivy, London Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5) I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Ivy in London, and it was a memorable experience that blended classic elegance with modern flair. Here's my review: Ambiance (★★★★☆): The Ivy exudes a sophisticated charm from the moment you step inside. The décor is a tasteful mix of Art Deco and contemporary design, creating an inviting and cozy atmosphere. The soft lighting and soothing background music set the stage for a delightful dining experience. Service (★★★★☆): The service at The Ivy was impeccable. The staff was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. They made us feel welcome and were quick to accommodate any special requests. It's clear that they take pride in delivering top-notch service. Food (★★★★☆): The menu at The Ivy offers a diverse range of options, from classic British dishes to international flavors. We started with the Ivy Royale cocktail, a must-try, and it set the tone for the meal. For appetizers, we enjoyed the crispy duck salad and the prawn cocktail, both beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. For the main course, I opted for the roasted lamb, which was cooked to perfection and accompanied by a delightful assortment of seasonal vegetables. My dining companion tried the sea bass, which was equally delicious. Dessert was a highlight; the chocolate bombe was a decadent treat that we couldn't resist. Price (★★★☆☆): While the quality of the dining experience matches the upscale atmosphere, The Ivy's prices do reflect its high-end positioning. It's a place for special occasions or when you want to indulge, but not necessarily an everyday dining spot. Overall Experience (★★★★☆): The Ivy in London is a destination for those seeking an elegant dining experience with a touch of glamour. It's perfect for celebrating milestones, impressing a date, or simply treating yourself to a night of fine cuisine. While it's not an everyday restaurant due to the price point, it certainly delivers on the promise of a memorable meal in a beautiful setting. I would highly recommend The Ivy to anyone visiting London who is looking for a taste of sophistication and a memorable dining experience.

THE place for a pre theater dinner! Seriously, it started out as a place for the patrons and actors to go for food and drink. The name supposedly came from an actor quoting a line from a song about cloning to something like ivy to a wall. Fish and chips and shepard’s pie - this should be the standard by which others are held up against. Perfect atmosphere for the theater crowd.

Wonderful place to visit on a day out in London, made the whole experience feel very luxurious. Service was generally attentive but it was quite busy so difficult to pay attention to everyone at once. I myself had the scallops and the ravioli which was delicious with the shaved truffles on top, and the scallops were delicious with excellent presentation. They made my mum feel very special on her 60th birthday with a plate of chocolate truffles on the house, and for fairly fine dining, the price was not too exorbitant between 5 people.

Had a really lovely visit to the ivy prior to watching the mousetrap. With no reservation and only 50 minutes prior to curtain up, the staff were able to accommodate us. We enjoyed a pre-dinner drink and both enjoyed the salmon served pink, cooked to absolute perfection 👌🏻 everything about this dish was just a triumph. The staff were very attentive and friendly. Thank you team, easy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ recommendation.

I haven't been to this wonderful establishment for over 10 years, something happened and I thought they'd lost their edge. I'm really happy that I gave them another try as they are better than ever! The service was so gracious, friendly and welcoming from the doorman to reception and servers. They really made us feel welcome. There's no stuffiness here. The food was superb. My truffleled tortellini in a cheese sauce was excellent and filling - I couldn't finish it. My husband's fish and chips were absolutely the best. Crispy batter, and the fish was thick and succulent. Their sticky toffee pudding is the best anywhere, and we are on a mission to prove this. The prices are surprisingly good (as always). All the above and a nice bottle of wine and the bill came in under a £100. We're definitely going back, sooner than later.

Anniversary dinner gift card , rainy Tuesday in London , first visit ,small little table close to other people , attentive staff, lovely art deco style restaurant nice feel to it . Food was ok nothing amazing reasonable portion size , alcohol expensive. On Web site states dress smart casual , we was smartly attired, apparently didn't need to bother , loud American group in hoodies shorts and trainers were allowed in .I had a cocktail yummy but different price on bill than menu . I would say in conclusion it was still a nice experience but not as special enough for our first anniversary as I was hoping

My mum and I managed to arrange a last minute booking as we were going to go and watch the mousetrap. The food was divine, the presentation was beautiful (especially the crab starter) and the service made us feel so special. I didn't know about the vegetarian menu so will need to go back to try that. They were all so attentive and personal. We went a little too early, but we saw how busy they were so thought we'd have to wait a long time - we didnt! The philipino lady with the awesome hairbands overheard my mum talking about how she was excited for my new job but sad that I was moving halfway across the world so she organised some congratulations chocolates for us. What started as a quick meal before a show became an expierence we won't quickly forget. Thank you.

Lovely ambiance in its classic location, the service was prompt and very attentive. I sat at the bar which is a great place to people watch. I ordered the fish and chips which was big, crispy, and fresh, with mushy peas which was a welcome addition that you don’t see always with this dish. I had a a standard Bloody Mary to wash it down with. Good experience.

Reservations suggested! We did not have a reservation, and offered to sit at the bar, but were grateful to the hostesses that made accommodations to have a seated at a table. It did seem like we were inconveniencing them even though the restaurant was half empty (6:30 on a Monday) as they did allude to the fact that they were about to be very busy with tables coming in before nearby shows. White tablecloth dining experience. Food was incredible and came out very fast! Honestly, my favorite thing I ate in all of London! They take English classics to the highest level of execution! We didn’t get our cocktails until halfway through our meal that we ordered upon arrival - only reason for 4 stars on service. Our server was attentive (again - seemed like we were kind of an inconvenience) but regardless, we were checked in with and given speedy service. Gratuity fee 12.5% was already added to the bill. Although the restaurant was a little warm for us, they did have silent fans dispersed throughout which helped. Aside from the warmth, the atmosphere was upbeat and lively, lots of well-dressed guests and families, enjoying this beautiful, eclectic and colorful restaurant!