The Ivy St John's Wood

Name: The Ivy St John's Wood
Address: 120 St. John's Wood High Street, London, ENG, United Kingdom, NW8 7SG
Telephone: 020 3096 9444
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.2

4.2

4001 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 42 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

The Ivy Café presents a relaxed yet stylish dining experience offering an accessible all-day menu in a friendly, neighbourly environment.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
020 3096 9444
Website
https://ivycollection.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Ermond Cara
Private party facilities
For those looking for a little something extra to celebrate with friends or for a special family lunch, The Ivy St. John’s Wood offers a semi-private dining area, seating up to 8 guests. Positioned at the back of the restaurant, the semi-private dining area was designed to provide an intimate area within the main restaurant, giving you the option of a more private setting. Available for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner reservations it offers the perfect setting for group bookings, whatever the occasion. No minimum spend or set menus required. Guests are invited to order from the restaurant’s main menus. The restaurant also offer a table seating 10 guests in the main restaurant, the ideal place to celebrate family birthdays or gatherings in the bustling atmosphere of the restaurant.

Location
120 St. John's Wood High Street, London, ENG NW8 7SG
Neighbourhood
St John's Wood
Parking details
Q-Park St John's Wood, Kingsmill Terrace, St John's Wood, London NW8 6AA (3 min walk from the car park) NCP Car Park London Park Road, Rossmore Court, Park Rd, Marylebone, London NW1 6XZ (15 min walk from the car park)
Public transit
St John's Wood tube station (Victoria Line) 5 min walk from the station
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu
Jan 3, 2025 - Nov 13, 2025
Elevate your dining experience with our Lunch Set Menu. Embark on a culinary journey with our seasonal and classic dishes, and delight in two courses for £19.95 or three courses for £25.70 per person. The Menu is available Monday to Thursday from 11:30 till close and on Friday from 11:30-18:30.Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
A Valentine’s Day to Remember
Feb 12, 2025 - Feb 16, 2025
Create your own love story and celebrate the season of love with our special three-course Valentine's Day Set Menu at £65 per person. Treat your significant other to an unforgettable dining experience and enjoy an array of seasonal dishes, including our divine 'Cupid's Love Heart ‘ dessert. Every couple will receive a limited-edition Forever Rose, a timeless memento and beautiful keepsake of your romantic celebration. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
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.

What 4,001 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North West London
Great for brunch
North West London
Good for business meals
North West London
Child-friendly
North West London
Neighbourhood gem
North West London
Lively
North West London
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Ivy St John's Wood offers an elegant atmosphere with "great decor" and "good food," making it a popular choice for celebrations and special occasions. Guests appreciate the "reasonably priced" menus, featuring standout dishes like "delicious fish and chips." Despite occasional service lapses, the restaurant remains a "lovely venue" with "friendly and attentive" staff ensuring an enjoyable experience.

4,001 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
- Dined at the Ivy in St John’s Wood and had the Valentine’s set menu, unfortunately the experience didn’t live up to expectations - Asked for Rosé and twice what we requested was out of stock, ended up forced to order the most expensive Rosé with no consideration - Side dishes not brought out with main meal - Overall slightly disappointed and didn’t feel value for money
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sanjay
Hertfordshire
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 3, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
When we walked in excellent service, but they put us in a really tiny table, we had to ask them to move us which they did. Food is so so I wouldn't rate it brilliant my wife ordered a soup. I ordered a main meal but the soup came before the main meal.
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phil
Hampshire
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great decor, quiet, good food. Slowish but friendly service.
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Lisa
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Over prices, Small Portions, Cod was more batter and frozen, wine expensive, Not very busy for a Saturday night and cold, I can see why
The Ivy St John's WoodResponded on January 19, 2025
Dear, we are sorry to hear that you have had such a negative experience. Our team is dedicated to providing excellent customer service, and we strive for 100% satisfaction with every appointment. We would like the opportunity to rectify this situation and help make it right for you. Kind regards, The Ivy St John's wood.
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Susan
Washington DC
44 reviews
3.0
44 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The Ivy is keen to position itself as “upscale“, but our experience was decidedly mid. We went for an early dinner, and despite a completely empty dining room, the hostess wanted to seat us very near the door, and nearest the entrance to the service area. Some of the patrons at the bar were wearing ball caps, in spite of the restaurant’s posted dress code, and management decided not to enforce its own rules. The food was okay, but not special. The liquor selection was equally mid, with absolutely no single malt scotches - in the UK? - and a weak selection of American bourbons. The icing on the cake was the cocktail menu, or as they spelled it on the printed menus, “cocktial”. The waiter eagerly brought us the dessert menu following the entrees, but when it was time to order something sweet, we couldn’t get arrested! So we paid the bill and left. Weak.
The Ivy St John's WoodResponded on January 12, 2025
Sorry that we disappointed you Susan, thank you for the feedback and we will try to be better to be more memorable! the Ivy team
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david
VIP
London
33 reviews
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyable time had by us on a busy Sunday afternoon for the staff at The Ivy.Whilst not perfect it is still a good venue for a Sunday lunch.
The Ivy St John's WoodResponded on January 12, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and gentle feedback, which is taken on board! See you soon from us all at the Ivy St Johns Wood
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Lika
New York City
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Delicious fish n chips. The zucchini fries and the french fries were thick and delicious. Great mashed peas.
The Ivy St John's WoodResponded on January 4, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words great! See you soon from us all at the Ivy St Johns Wood
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Colin
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always an incredibly enjoyable experience - good food, reasonably priced, with great ambience and decor
The Ivy St John's WoodResponded on January 4, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words great! See you soon from us all at the Ivy St Johns Wood
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Jo
VIP
Melbourne
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Lovely place, and the fish and chips was awesome. It was a shame the special menu only had the one drink option and they wouldn’t let you swap for a different cocktail. A Bloody Mary isn’t for everyone, we wasn’t the only table to ask, and would have happily paid the additional £1 for a Bellini. I also thought it was disappointing to be shown to the table, booked in advance for New Year’s Day brunch, to be informed before even sitting down it was needed back in 1hr 45. Not the warmth welcome, thanks for that.
The Ivy St John's WoodResponded on January 4, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and gentle feedback, which is taken on board! See you soon from us all at the Ivy St Johns Wood
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TIM
London
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
They were short staffed so service was slow. Food was usual Ivy standard
The Ivy St John's WoodResponded on January 4, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, we always try our best and I am sorry we were not quick enough the day of your visit. Wishing you well and thank you for saying the food was good. See you soon.
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FAQs

The Ivy St John's Wood is rated 4.2 stars by 4001 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 42 times today

Experiences are available.

120 St. John's Wood High Street, London, ENG NW8 7SG

Additional information

Neighbourhood
St John's Wood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Q-Park St John's Wood, Kingsmill Terrace, St John's Wood, London NW8 6AA (3 min walk from the car park) NCP Car Park London Park Road, Rossmore Court, Park Rd, Marylebone, London NW1 6XZ (15 min walk from the car park)
Public transit
St John's Wood tube station (Victoria Line) 5 min walk from the station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ermond Cara
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://ivycollection.com/
Phone number
020 3096 9444
Private party facilities
For those looking for a little something extra to celebrate with friends or for a special family lunch, The Ivy St. John’s Wood offers a semi-private dining area, seating up to 8 guests. Positioned at the back of the restaurant, the semi-private dining area was designed to provide an intimate area within the main restaurant, giving you the option of a more private setting. Available for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner reservations it offers the perfect setting for group bookings, whatever the occasion. No minimum spend or set menus required. Guests are invited to order from the restaurant’s main menus. The restaurant also offer a table seating 10 guests in the main restaurant, the ideal place to celebrate family birthdays or gatherings in the bustling atmosphere of the restaurant.

The Ivy St John's Wood

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu

A Valentine’s Day to Remember

Breakfast Set Menu

Menu

What 4,001 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is The Ivy St John's Wood restaurant rated?

Is The Ivy St John's Wood currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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