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The Ivy, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent

The Ivy, Canterbury

4.4
4.4
190 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 103 times today
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  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Charming
Located at the corner of The Parade & Rose Lane, just a stone's throw from the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral in the heart of the historic city centre, The Ivy Canterbury will feature a stylish bar, an inviting outdoor terrace, and an elegant private dining room. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.

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Additional information

  • Location
    15 Parade, Canterbury, Kent CT1
  • Phone number
    01227 647077
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–12:00 am Mon, Sat, Sun 12:00 am–12:30 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Olsi Kraja

Experiences

  • 1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu

    Jan 3, 2025 - Nov 13, 2025
    Elevate your dining experience with our Set Menu. Embark on a culinary journey with our seasonal and classic dishes, and delight in two courses for £19.95 or three courses for £25.70 per person. The Menu is available Monday to Thursday from 11:30 till close and on Friday from 11:30-18:30.Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu Photo

  • Breakfast Set Menu

    £17.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your mornings with our £17.95 breakfast set menu. Begin your day with a choice of refreshing smoothies and a tempting selection of pastries to start, accompanied by The Ivy Breakfast featuring all the classics. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Breakfast Set Menu Photo

  • The Ivy Canterbury Afternoon Tea

    £33.75 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Beautifully presented on a three-tiered stand and served with your choice of tea or coffee, The Ivy Afternoon Tea includes an assortment of freshly baked scones with rich clotted cream and strawberry preserve, a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, and dainty cakes and tarts, crafted with the finest ingredients. As this menu is specially curated, we are only able to offer classic or vegetarian options and are unable to accommodate other dietary requirements. Menus and prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    The Ivy Canterbury Afternoon Tea Photo

Menu

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What 190 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Kent

    Hot spot

  • Kent

    Most Booked

  • Canterbury

    Best Service

  • Canterbury

    Best Ambiance

  • Canterbury

    Good for business meals

  • Canterbury

    Innovative

  • Canterbury

    Good for groups

  • Canterbury

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Canterbury

    Healthy

  • Canterbury

    Good for special occasions

  • Canterbury

    Lively

  • Canterbury

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy, Canterbury offers a "classy atmosphere" with "fabulous service" and "delicious food." Guests appreciate the "attentive staff" and "lovely ambience." The decor captures the Ivy's charm, and while some find it "noisy" and "cramped," the overall experience remains enjoyable. Perfect for special occasions, though prices can be high.
190 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely time. Everything was amazing. Especially the staff.

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    Kent1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, venue and service were all excellent. Would definitely go back there again.

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  3. Dean

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food great service staff very attentive without being overwhelming

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  4. LyndaR

    Kent14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing surroundings, amazing service and amazing food.

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  5. Kairen

    Dorset2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous service, food and drinks - classy atmosphere

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  6. Elizabeth

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent lunch - as always the staff were exceptional and the food so tasty

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  7. Rachel

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quick service lovely atmosphere and great menu . Definitely go again

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  8. Sue

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second visit and it was as excellent as the first. My friends were very impressed too!! Service and food was wonderful. Thank you

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  9. Louise

    Kent8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food great atmosphere as always, however it was very busy and quite noisy for us to have a business meeting.

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  10. Guy

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, very attentive staff. Great set menu breakfast

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FAQs

The Ivy, Canterbury is rated 4.4 stars by 190 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 103 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy, Canterbury

15 Parade, Canterbury, Kent CT1

Additional information

  • Phone number
    01227 647077
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–12:00 am Mon, Sat, Sun 12:00 am–12:30 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Olsi Kraja
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