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The Ivy West Street, London,

The Ivy West Street

4.6
4.6
5083 Reviews
£41 and over
Modern European
1-5 West Street, London, WC2H 9NQ

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2 people
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10:00 PM
Booked 133 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
The Ivy restaurant has been a firm fixture on London’s dining and social scene since 1917. The restaurant and private room upstairs are the epitome of real glamour. A shimmering central dining bar in the restaurant draws admiring attention, and the signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling and striking contemporary art collection ensure the longevity of this very British of dining institutions. Executive Chef Gary Lee creates balanced seasonal menus, featuring Ivy classics, but accounting for today’s tastes, incorporating more Asian dishes, salads and vegetables, and the advent of a “sea and shells” section. Director Fernando Peire leads a strong and experienced team to deliver the unfaltering service for which The Ivy has become well known over the years. The Ivy welcomes customers without reservations at the central dining bar, where the A La Carte and Set menus are both served.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:45 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:15 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7836 4751
  • Website
    http://www.the-ivy.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Patrizio Petrucci
  • Private party facilities
    Established in the heart of Theatre Land in London’s Covent Garden, The Ivy’s restaurant and private dining room are the epitome of glamour with iconic shimmering Central Dining Bar, signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling and striking contemporary art collection.
  • Private party contact
    the Events Team: 020 3727 6548
  • Location
    1-5 West Street, London, WC2H 9NQ
  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    Our nearest parking is the Q-Park, Chinatown on Newport Place. WC2H 7PU (3 minutes’ walk from the restaurant).
  • Public transit
    The nearest tube station is Leicester Square. Leave by Exit 3 and turn right. Walk up Charing Cross Road and take the 2nd turning on your right into Litchfield Street. The entrance to the restaurant is around the left hand corner on West Street, opposite St Martin's Theatre.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • Veuve Clicquot Brunch

    Apr 18, 2025 - Aug 25, 2025
    Upgrade your brunch and celebrate the long weekend in style with an exclusively priced and perfectly chilled bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, available for £60 .Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.

  • Lunch and Theatre Set Menu

    Mar 5, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
    Join us for a relaxed lunch or a pre-theatre dining experience, where every dish is thoughtfully prepared. Whether it’s an afternoon gathering or the perfect start to your evening at the theatre, we promise a memorable dining experience. Price for two courses is £28.95 and three courses £34.95 per person. T&Cs: Available Monday to Friday only, between 11:30pm and 6pm and again from 9:30pm until close. Not available on Bank Holidays. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Lunch and Theatre Set Menu Photo

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Menu

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What 5,083 people are saying

The Ivy West Street reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • West End London

    Modern European

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy West Street offers a "fantastic environment" with "delicious food" and "efficient service," making it a "memorable dining experience." The iconic venue is praised for its "attentive staff" and "luxurious atmosphere." While some mention minor seating issues, the "classic menu" and "special vibe" keep it a "must-visit" in London.
5,083 Reviews

  1. Beinan

    London1 review

    1.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Rather disrespectful receptionist. We walked in stood in front of her at 15:45 and it took her 10-20 seconds to lift her head up and speak to us. There was no one in the queue and no way she has not seen us. Her attitude changed more neutral when I told her we have reservation, maybe she thought we were another tourist in town. Main dish came 10+ minutes after they removed all the finished starter and the wellington beef was barely warm when it was served. Tiffany the waitress was excellent nonetheless and a gentleman did come and apologise and offered to re do the dish which we declined. This is first negative review I have written in at least 20 dinners and the experience was far below what we expect for a restaurant like Ivy having eaten at other Ivy in London which were all great.

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  2. Anne VIP

    Central Coast13 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve eaten at several Ivy restaurants over the years and I have no idea why the good reviews. Decor is ok . Nothing great. I’ve yet to have a tasty meal. The service is flamboyantly over the top. And it’s noisy with their loud playlist, crashing plates and trays and celebrating clients. Today was no different. High marks for the bread and fries. Awful eggs Benedict, Bloody Mary and appetizer olives. Ordinary crème brûlée.

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  3. Paula

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice for a catch up with friends. Tasty food and good service

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  4. Sue VIP

    London234 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant experience at The Ivy (West St). Fantastic table . The menu choice excellent. Fantastic value with the set menu . Food & drink absolutely delicious. Service outstanding . Particular thanks to Tiffany who went out of her way along with her male colleagues to make my belated mother day very special. . Look forward to returning

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  5. Ndidi

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was really great experience the food was amazing and our waiter was great! The only issues i had was the our table was actually was attached to another person so it felt like i was eating with them

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  6. Jeremy

    Berkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not an Ivy. The Ivy - always a fantastic environment that feels special. Classic menu that’s hard to beat. Most importantly the Shepards Pie is unchanged and as amazing as ever.

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  7. Valerie

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delightful pre-Theatre experience as always. We welcomed friends from the states  who very much enjoyed the fish and chips and the service was relaxed, friendly  and entirely attentive as usual.  A great selection of wines.

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  8. Paul VIP

    London16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great buzzy ambience. Perfect for wining and dining after an exhillerating night at the opera!

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  9. Nigel VIP

    Hertfordshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An iconic London restaurant experience . Still delivering a great service and delicious food in an atmosphere of luxury but without a ridiculous bill

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  10. Stuart

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great venue to meet old friends and enjoy the sophisticated and classy environment. Super attentive service and great recommendations on wine and food. Tempura prawns are big , crispy and tasty and the sirloin steaks were perfectly cooked. It feels exclusive and special like it should do being the original Ivy. When you fancy a later drink after your meal go to the club to finish off your experience in cool lounge.

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FAQs

The Ivy West Street is rated 4.6 stars by 5083 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 133 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy West Street

1-5 West Street, London, WC2H 9NQ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:45 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:15 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Our nearest parking is the Q-Park, Chinatown on Newport Place. WC2H 7PU (3 minutes’ walk from the restaurant).
  • Public transit
    The nearest tube station is Leicester Square. Leave by Exit 3 and turn right. Walk up Charing Cross Road and take the 2nd turning on your right into Litchfield Street. The entrance to the restaurant is around the left hand corner on West Street, opposite St Martin's Theatre.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Patrizio Petrucci
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.the-ivy.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    020 7836 4751
  • Private party facilities
    Established in the heart of Theatre Land in London’s Covent Garden, The Ivy’s restaurant and private dining room are the epitome of glamour with iconic shimmering Central Dining Bar, signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling and striking contemporary art collection.
  • Private party contact
    the Events Team: 020 3727 6548
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