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The Ivy in the Lanes, Brighton, ENG

The Ivy in the Lanes

4.5
4.5
16560 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 134 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 16,560 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

  • Brighton

    Best Overall

  • Brighton

    Best Food

  • Brighton

    Best Ambience

  • Brighton

    Best Value

  • Brighton

    Great for brunch

  • Brighton

    Good for business meals

  • 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 Ambience

  • Brighton

    Best Value

  • Brighton

    Great for brunch

  • Brighton

    Good for business meals

  • 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 is a delightful dining destination praised for its "great atmosphere" and "excellent service." Guests appreciate its "beautiful decor" and "friendly staff," making it ideal for special occasions. While some mention slow service, the overall experience is positive, with standout dishes and a lovely ambiance.

16,560 Reviews
  1. Stephen

    London

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely good and service. Perhaps a little too noisy
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded today
    Hi Stephen, Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and service. We appreciate your comment about the noise level, and we’ll certainly take it into consideration as we strive to create the best experience for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  2. Patricia

    Brighton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favourite place in Brighton… great food great atmosphere.
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded today
    Hi Patricia, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that we’re your favourite place in Brighton. It means a lot to us that you enjoy both the food and atmosphere. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience soon!

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  3. Liz

    Buckinghamshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sonia was our waitress - she was absolutely fantastic. She was on top of everything and so polite and interesting. The cheese soufflé was outstanding - as was the ribeye steak along with spinach and chunky chips. Yumbo!!! The Rose wine was delicious too - just the inexpensive one at the top of the rose list. Try it
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded today
    Hi Liz, Thank you for the amazing review! We're so glad to hear that Sonia took such great care of you – we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. We're also thrilled you enjoyed the cheese soufflé, ribeye steak, and wine. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We can’t wait to have you back for another delicious meal soon!

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  4. James

    Brighton

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely interior as always. Food certainly small portions and overall pretty expensive.
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 4 days ago
    Hi James, Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the lovely interior. We appreciate your comments on the portions and pricing—your input helps us improve. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  5. Paula

    West Sussex

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic lunch at The Ivy in Brighton, great food, great service, great venue, can't wait to go back again.

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  6. David

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My 3rd visit now, did not disappoint. Great ambiance - classy bar, a nice throwback to style. Attentive service and friendly. Would prefer very young children were not allowed on bar stools, but that’s more about entitled parents than legal enforcement.
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 6 days ago
    Hi David, Thank you for your continued support and for taking the time to share your feedback! We're so glad to hear that your third visit lived up to expectations and that you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and overall experience. We really appreciate your positive comments! We also understand your concern regarding young children on bar stools. While we aim to create a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for all guests, we will certainly take your feedback into consideration as we continue to refine our policies. Thanks again for your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you back for many more visits!

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  7. Duncan

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Many thanks for a lovely meal. Also, the staff who kindly helped me to set up the IVY APP! I’m very grateful. Duncan Paterson
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Duncan, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and that our team was able to assist you with setting up the Ivy App. It’s always our pleasure to help, and we’re happy we could make that process easier for you. We hope to see you again soon for another great experience!

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  8. Denise

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were late being shown to our table, wasn’t shown the Autumn menu with the set meals and drink. I had to ask. This saved us over £60 on our bill although initially the bill was presented with everything added separately at full price. After initial hiccup food and service were excellent. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience at The Ivy.
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded on November 11, 2024
    Hi Denise, We apologise for the initial delay in seating and the confusion with the menu. We're glad the rest of your experience, including the food and service, was excellent. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. Nigel

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to have afternoon tea 👍 Really good location in the Lanes Brighton
    The Ivy in the LanesResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Nigel, Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed your afternoon tea and our location in The Lanes. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxing treat! We hope to welcome you back soon.

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  10. Chris

    Brighton

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Only slight drawback is the place is a bit loud so sometimes hard for conversing.

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FAQs

The Ivy in the Lanes is rated 4.5 stars by 16560 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 134 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy in the Lanes

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

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    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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