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The Ivy Cardiff, Cardiff, WLS

The Ivy Cardiff

4.5
4.5
14038 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
69/70 St David’s, Cardiff, WLS CF10 1GA

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 77 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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.

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
  • 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

  • The Ivy Cardiff Afternoon Tea

    £33.95 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 Cardiff Afternoon Tea photo
  • Group Dining

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 5, 2025 - Nov 11, 2025
    ***A deposit of £10 per person is required upon booking***. The perfect way to experience exquisite British dining with friends, family, or colleagues. Whether it’s a birthday, special occasion, or simply a gathering of loved ones, celebrate in style and enjoy a selection of Ivy favourites with our new group dining menu. The Menu is priced at £37.95 for two courses and at £45.95 for three courses per person. Should your plans change, the deposit is refundable if you cancel at least 48 hours before your booking. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Group Dining 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

Private dining

What 14,038 people are saying

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

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

    Innovative

  • South Wales

    Great for creative cocktails

  • South Wales

    Romantic

  • South Wales

    Lively

  • South Wales

    Most Booked

  • Cardiff City & County

    Best Ambience

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for brunch

  • Cardiff City & County

    Child-friendly

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for fine wines

  • Cardiff City & County

    Romantic

  • Cardiff City & County

    Good for special occasions

  • Cardiff City & County

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cardiff City & County

    Lively

  • Cardiff City & County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy Cardiff exudes charm with its "fantastic service" and "delicious food." Guests praise the "beautiful atmosphere" and attentive staff, making it a memorable dining experience. Highlights include exquisite afternoon teas and delectable menu options. Despite occasional service hiccups, the overall experience is consistently delightful and worth revisiting.
14,038 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    Cheshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous meal, fabulous service. We were really well looked after and all commented that it was one of the best meals we've had in a long time.

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  2. Collette

    East Sussex16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent venue with a great ambience - the food was delicious!
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the amazing 5-star review! We're so glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. Your feedback truly brightens our day, and we appreciate your kind words!

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  3. Iain

    South Wales3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Excellent service as usual. Brilliant Staff
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 3 days ago
    Hello, thank you for the high-star rating! We truly appreciate your support and look forward to your next visit.

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  4. Simon

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fantastic afternoon tea, from the minute you walk in to the moment you leave is an absolute experience, our service staff were spot on , so friendly and welcoming, went through the menu explaining everything clearly and with great knowledge. Nothing was too much trouble. Then the amazing afternoon tea came out , totally blown away and will definitely be coming back. The whole ambiance is fantastic and it really made a special day very special !
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 4 days ago
    Good Evening Simon, 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. Oleksandr

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was there first time but I like it. Very atmospheric place.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 3 days ago
    Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at The Ivy Cardiff. We're delighted to hear that we met your expectations!

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  6. Natalie

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely beautiful 😍 excellent service from the moment we stepped inside. Food was gorgeous and even had a birthday treat after our food. Thank you to the ivy 😍❤️
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 5 days ago
    Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at The Ivy Cardiff. We're delighted to hear that we met your expectations and made your day extra special!

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  7. Jackie

    South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Served by the lovely Michaela, food excellent, just a joy to introduce my friends to their first Ivy experience
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback on our service. We're so happy to hear that our team's performance exceeded your expectations, and we'll be sure to pass along the recognition to Mckaia. We look forward to your next visit!

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  8. Wiktoria

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had great family time in the ivy. The ambience of the restaurant is fantastic.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 5 days ago
    Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at The Ivy Cardiff. We're delighted to hear that we met your expectations!

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  9. Lynda

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place with excellent food and service! The John Dory was fabulous
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on April 7, 2025
    Good evening Lynda, thank you for the amazing 5-star review! We're so glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. Your feedback truly brightens our day, and we appreciate your kind words!

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  10. Haydn

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience, food was perfect, service was excellent, and the artists were spectacular, definitely worth it! Magical!
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on April 7, 2025
    Good evening Haydn, thank you for the amazing 5-star review! We're so glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. Your feedback truly brightens our day, and we appreciate your kind words!

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FAQs

The Ivy Cardiff is rated 4.5 stars by 14038 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 77 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
  • 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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