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The Ivy Cardiff, Cardiff, WLS

The Ivy Cardiff

4.5
4.5
14002 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 142 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
The restaurant is situated across two floors with a large bar prominent on both floors, and beautiful private dining room on the first floor.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    029 2233 8940
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dominik Malecki
  • Private party facilities
    The Ivy Cardiff brings relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining to the heart of the capital. For those special celebrations, there’s the refined glamour of our elegant private dining room.
  • Private party contact
    The Events Team: 020 3727 6548

Experiences

  • International Women's Day-Hosted with Cardiff Life

    £65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 7, 2025 only
    1:00 p.m.
    Join us for a truly inspiring afternoon in celebration of International Women’s Day. Enjoy a glass of Champagne on arrival, sip on a selection of cocktails, and indulge in an array of delicious canapés.Engage in inspiring conversations with our guest speakers, create your own personal bouquet to take home at our exclusive 'Bloom Bar' brought to you by Davenport Flowers, and explore the art of fragrance as Penhaligon’s experts help you discover your perfect scent. With live music from our DJ and saxophonist, plus exciting raffle and silent auction prizes, we can’t wait for you to join us for a truly memorable afternoon celebrating local women!
    International Women's Day-Hosted with Cardiff Life photo
  • Brushstrokes at The Ivy: "Lanterns" Edition

    £65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 25, 2025 only
    6:00 p.m.
    Join us for a luminous evening at The Ivy Cardiff where art and ambiance meet. Our 'Lanterns' themed painting session, hosted by Brushstrokes Porthcawl, offers a unique blend of creativity and dining. For just £65 per person, enjoy a sophisticated two-course meal with a glass of prosecco followed by a guided painting workshop. Unleash your artistic flair and create a masterpiece to take home, all while indulging in the luxurious setting of The Ivy.
    Brushstrokes at The Ivy: "Lanterns" Edition photo
  • Six Nations

    £45.00 per person

    Feb 22, 2025 - Mar 15, 2025
    In celebration of the Six Nations championship, tackle the tension with the ultimate menu to enjoy before cheering on your team. Our Chateaubriand with béarnaise sauce, grilled mushrooms, and tomatoes with red wine sauce for two to share pairs perfectly with our selected Barolo from Piemonte, available by the bottle. Available on the 22nd of February and the 15th of March past 11:30. The Menu is priced at £45 per person. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Six Nations photo

What 14,002 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • South Wales

    Great for brunch

  • South Wales

    Great for creative cocktails

  • South Wales

    Great for fine wines

  • South Wales

    Lively

  • South Wales

    Most Booked

  • Cardiff City & County

    Best Ambience

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for brunch

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Cardiff City & County

    Healthy

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for fine wines

  • Cardiff City & County

    Lively

  • Cardiff City & County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy Cardiff offers a "beautiful atmosphere" with "exceptional service". Diners praise the "amazing food", particularly the rib eye and afternoon tea. Despite some concerns about price and occasional service delays, the "lovely decor" and "attentive staff" make it a favorite for special occasions, with many patrons planning to return.

14,002 Reviews
  1. Henry

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked very last minute for an outdoor table (as that was the only option available ) however it wasn’t open when we arrived. The staff on the front door were so friendly and helpful and managed to get us a place at the bar upstairs. The food was lovely and the ambiance was lovely with a cellist playing in the corner
    The Ivy CardiffResponded today
    Good Evening Henry, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely thoroughly enjoyed our evening. The service and attention to detail was so impressive. The food was beautiful and I don't think I've ever seen my husband enjoy a steak as much as he did at the Ivy Cardiff. The only flaw I'd mention, if considered a flaw, more a personal opinion really, was the music level was a tad too high so we couldn't fully enjoy the romantic sounds of the harpist. Otherwise everything was exactly what I'd expect and was a real treat for us. Finally the little birthday dessert treat was a lovely surprise. Thank you so much to all the staff.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded today
    Hi there, we are so glad that we were able to go above and beyond your expectations! Thank you, and have a fantastic day!

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  3. Andolyn Dawn

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ivy is faultless, the food is delicious & the staff are so attentive we love going there.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely feedback. We can’t wait to welcome you back at The Ivy Cardiff!

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  4. Melanie

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful meal here, and the cocktails are divine! Service was exceptional too. Thank you, we will return.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 7 days ago
    Good Afternoon Melanie, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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  5. Helen

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyable surroundings, lovely place for special occasions (ie Birthday’s), only ever had afternoon tea there, every time your made to feel special from the minute you enter the door.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 7 days ago
    Good Afternoon Helen, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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  6. Frank

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dining experience I have had in years - plus 7 extra characters!!!!
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 7 days ago
    Good Afternoon Frank, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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  7. Melissa

    South Wales

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely stunning, the place was beautiful and the service was spot on so lovely couldn’t fault a thing

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  8. Reema

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Favourite place to eat I’m Cardiff. Impeccable service- as usual Thank you
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 3, 2025
    Hi there Reema, we are so glad that we were able to go above and beyond your expectations! Thank you, and have a fantastic day!

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  9. Alexandra

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service. The waiters were helpful and polite. Food was amazing and it all came to a price that was understandable.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 2, 2025
    Hi there, thank you for your high star rating of our establishment! We hope to see you soon.

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  10. Jonathan

    South Wales

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was spectacular, the olives, rib eye and the chocolate bombe were exceptional. The stand outs were certainly the mocktails. Especially the boba tea! Excellent value and decor. This is the first time there and will certainly not be the last! Highly recommended!
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 2, 2025
    Good Morning, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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FAQs

The Ivy Cardiff is rated 4.5 stars by 14002 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 p.m.
Booked 142 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy Cardiff

69/70 St David’s, Cardiff, WLS CF10 1GA

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Cardiff
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dominik Malecki
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    029 2233 8940
  • Private party facilities
    The Ivy Cardiff brings relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining to the heart of the capital. For those special celebrations, there’s the refined glamour of our elegant private dining room.
  • Private party contact
    The Events Team: 020 3727 6548
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