The Ivy

Went here on my trip to London. The food was out of this world by far the best food I have ever eaten and it was cheaper than you would expect. The staff couldn't of been more friendly and helpful. I'll definitely be going back when I'm back in London 100%

An upscale, art deco restaurant and bar in the heart of London. Staff engaging and professional. Delicious food and wine. Wonderful vegetarian menu; literally a separate menu so you don't have to sort it out on your own. Fresh and flavorful. I had the truffle ravioli. Wonderful with Sancerre!

Despite our reservation, an extra 15-minute wait in a crowded area dampened the experience. The delicious food couldn't fully compensate for the loud environment, hindering socialization. Limited restroom stalls, just 3 compared to other Ivy restaurants' 5-6, led to inconvenient long lines. While the food was enjoyable, the overall experience makes a return unlikely.

This was our first dinner while visiting London. Reservations were made weeks in advance to guarantee accommodations for us( long waits or no availability was not an option especially with our jetlag) The reviews and the menu was up our alley. We were seated immediately and the restaurant's ambiance was welcoming yet elegant. The menu has so many excellent options, it was hard for me to choose. I ultimately chose the lobster. Our server brought us still water and stated she'd return. We were so caught up in the magic of London... that we hadn't noticed quite a bit of time had passed. Our server was at another table, that came after us..they already received their water, drinks and bread for the table. The table next to us, who arrived after us... had received no service yet. They were about to leave. My cousin had to waive another person down and let them know we were ready to order. A very pleasant gentleman took our drink order( apologized for the delay)and brought bread for the table. We ordered a triple baked cheese souflee( you have to try this...addictive) for the table and our dinners. It took so long for us to receive service that the lobster was sold out. I was heart broken because I had my heart set on lobster. Lord(e) our server, told me to get the ribeye instead. It's his favorite and I would not be disappointed. I am not a fan of ribeye, not my preferred cut of meat but I put my faith in Lord(e)'s recommendation. This was one of the BEST steaks I've had(I've eaten at plenty of high end steakhouses to know)!! It was a fine cut of meat that was flavorful and juicy,(it melted in your mouth). I devoured my meal because it was so delectable( I was shocked I ate all 12ozs.- I'm typically full with 6 to 8ozs) My truffle and parmesan chips were the perfect addition to my meal.My cousins chose The Ivy Sheperd's Pie with Mayfield cheese( fantastic)and Truffle stuffed, corn fed chicken breast. There was no bad choice of meal at our table or this restaurant. I drank the Ivy Champagne cocktail but the group FAVORITE drink was the Laperouse! It smelled like a parfum and tasted like a dream. The flower garnish made it perfection. I refuse to end a meal without dessert. All the ladies stated they were full but once the sticky toffee pudding arrived ...there were 2 extra spoons in my dessert! Lol. I'd highly recommend this dessert. When in London...we eat what the locals eat!!! Excellent restaurant choice. Lord(e) who was a manager at this establishment made our experience memorable. He turned a disastrous start into a wonderful ending. I am still appalled with that server, who refused to assist us. She walked by our table several times and didn't give us a second glance. She had no choice but to serve us at the end, since Lord(e)'s shift was over. We were definitely racially profiled and my biggest regret is that the gratuity included with our bill went to her. I told Lord(e) I wanted him to have it, since he earned it. As a manager, I assume that was not possible. Lord(e) is an amazing soul, with a great personality( too funny)and know we are grateful for the superb customer service you provided. Thank you for my cousin's bday treat(chocolate truffles with a sweet filling)... I can still taste them and my heart flutters! I refuse to allow the ignorance of such an individual to diminish my perspective of the restaurant or service we received from Lord(e). Once again thank you!

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.

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!

Fantastic experience at The Ivy!After 2 other restaurants refused to find us a spot cause they were too busy, The Ivy did everything possible to accommodate us - that’s great hospitality!The place is classy and beautiful, bustling with movement. The service is great, drinks are great and food is great!All around a great experience; definitely recommend and we’ll be back!Recommend the duck salad and the Shepard’s pie!

What a wonderful experience. The food was amazing with a varied menu. We would come back often if we lived here. But what was most notable was the friendly, professional staff. A special shout out to our server Elitsa who made it such a special evening.

The former haunt of the glitterati and James Bond creator Ian Fleming (who apparently told a friend here that he started to write the first book), The Ivy treats you like you’re a star. The service is attentive and impeccable. The dining room is warm and inviting. The food is slightly elevated British fare, and while we enjoyed the mains, we were even more impressed with the starters (Cheese Soufflé) and the desserts (the seasonal Polar Bear dish). The drinks were mixed nicely, and the minute we finished our dinner we wished we could return.A perfect place for a special occasion. The Ivy is worth your hard earned money.