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The Ivy in the Lanes, Brighton, ENG

The Ivy in the Lanes

4.5
4.5
16578 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 97 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Airy, art-filled restaurant offering an all-day dining menu plus champagne & bespoke cocktails.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:30 am–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01273 082200
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sean Burbidge
  • Private party facilities
    The Tidal room is decorated with delightful vintage prints and artwork that takes its inspiration from the heritage of The Royal Pavilion and Brighton’s fishing village past as the port of Sussex.
  • Private party contact
    the Events Team: 020 3727 6548
  • Neighborhood
    Brighton
  • Parking details
    The Lanes Car Park, Black Lion Street, Brighton BN1 1ND (4 min walk from the station) NCP Car Park Brighton Theatre, Church St, Brighton BN1 1US (4 min walk from the car park)
  • Public transit
    Brighton train station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP (11 min walk from the station)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 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. ***Prices and menu options are subject to seasonal changes. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Breakfast Set Menu Photo
  • Festive Set Menu

    Nov 13, 2024 - Jan 2, 2025
    Immerse yourself in the magic of the season with our Festive Set Menu. Enjoy two courses for £50 or three for £55 and delight in our show-stopping festive dishes, selection of fine wines and seasonal cocktails. Tables of 7+ must book our Group Festive Set Menu experience. Guests dining on our Festive set menu can choose between two or three courses for lunch, available from 11:30am - 6:30pm. For dinner, we offer a three-course option only, served from 6:30pm - Close. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Festive Set Menu Photo
  • The Ivy in the Lanes Festive Afternoon Tea

    £33.75 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Beautifully presented in a three-tied 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. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    The Ivy in the Lanes Festive Afternoon Tea Photo

What 16,578 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Brighton

    Best Overall

  • Brighton

    Best Food

  • Brighton

    Best Ambiance

  • Brighton

    Best Value

  • Brighton

    Great for brunch

  • Brighton

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Brighton

    Hot spot

  • Brighton

    Great for fine wines

  • Brighton

    Romantic

  • Brighton

    Good for special occasions

  • Brighton

    Lively

  • Brighton

    Most Booked

  • Brighton

    Best Overall

  • Brighton

    Best Food

  • Brighton

    Best Ambiance

  • Brighton

    Best Value

  • Brighton

    Great for brunch

  • Brighton

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Brighton

    Hot spot

  • Brighton

    Great for fine wines

  • Brighton

    Romantic

  • Brighton

    Good for special occasions

  • Brighton

    Lively

  • Brighton

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy in the Lanes offers a delightful dining experience with its "great atmosphere" and "fantastic service." Guests praise the "excellent food" and "lovely ambiance," making it perfect for special occasions. The attentive staff ensure a memorable visit, though some note occasional service delays. Overall, it's a firm favorite.

16,578 Reviews
  1. GARY

    Brighton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Venu de Bretagne on a adoré cette ambiance c'est décors c'est vraiment une superbe adresse le service très professionnel c'est une cuisine remarquable BRAVO 👏👌

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  2. Paul

    Brighton

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful night, place was busy, staff were great and the food nice…

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  3. Beccy

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful! Love the Ivy :) staff absolutely lovely and made the evening for us xx especially David. :)
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Beccy, Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear that you had a wonderful evening at The Ivy and that our team, especially David, made it special for you. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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  4. Kevin

    Brighton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner at the Ivy Brighton was amazing,from our starters to the dessert…you couldn’t fault anything… The atmosphere was buzzing…service was superb..a brilliant night was had..
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Kevin, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed everything from the starters to the dessert, and that the atmosphere and service exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful to know you had such a brilliant night with us at The Ivy Brighton. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

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  5. Kevin

    VIP

    Brighton

    29 reviews

    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was very attentive and food and drinks very good.
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Kevin, Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and attentive service. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience!

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  6. Karen

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience at the Ivy. Fabulous food and a lovely setting
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Karen, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you always have a great experience at The Ivy. It's great to know you enjoy both our food and setting. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  7. Debbie

    VIP

    London

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always The Ivy made our day. Excellent welcome on arrival. Lovely table. Great service again. Delicious tastes in every mouthful of our lunch.
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Debbie, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that we made your day special. We're thrilled that you enjoyed the warm welcome, great service, and delicious lunch. Your praise for our receptionist means a lot to us, we will be sure to pass on your compliments to him. He truly is a valued member of our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  8. Patrick

    London

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Christmas Lunch menu. All courses were well prepared and tasty. Service was excellent.
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Patrick, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our Christmas lunch menu and the service. It was a pleasure having you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!

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  9. Paula

    Brighton

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    just so hot in thier felt unwell in the end due to the heat sadly
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded on December 16, 2024
    Hi Paula, Thank you for your feedback, and we’re sorry to hear that the heat affected your experience. Please let us know next time, and we’ll be happy to adjust the air conditioning to make you more comfortable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Colin

    Brighton

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service, fantastic staff who go above and beyond, totally 5 star experience and the food is out of this world.
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded on December 16, 2024
    Hi Colin, Thank you so much for your incredible review, Mr. & Mrs. Fay! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a 5-star experience and enjoyed the service, staff, and food. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to the team. It’s always a pleasure to welcome you to The Ivy Brighton, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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FAQs

The Ivy in the Lanes is rated 4.5 stars by 16578 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 97 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy in the Lanes

51A Ship Street, Brighton, Brighton, ENG BN1 1AF

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Brighton
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:30 am–11:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The Lanes Car Park, Black Lion Street, Brighton BN1 1ND (4 min walk from the station) NCP Car Park Brighton Theatre, Church St, Brighton BN1 1US (4 min walk from the car park)
  • Public transit
    Brighton train station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP (11 min walk from the station)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sean Burbidge
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01273 082200
  • Private party facilities
    The Tidal room is decorated with delightful vintage prints and artwork that takes its inspiration from the heritage of The Royal Pavilion and Brighton’s fishing village past as the port of Sussex.
  • Private party contact
    the Events Team: 020 3727 6548
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