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The Ivy West Street, London,

The Ivy West Street

4.6
4.6
5044 Reviews
£41 and over
Modern European

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 123 times today
Experiences are available.
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

  • Lunch and Pre-Theatre 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. Enjoy our signature Shepherd’s Pie or savour the rich flavours of our Scottish Smoked Haddock & Salmon Fishcake. 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's and C's: Available from the 5th of March, Monday- Friday between 11:30pm and 6:30 pm. 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 Pre-Theatre Menu photo

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What 5,044 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

  • West End (London)

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy West Street captivates with "outstanding service" and "delicious food" amid a "relaxed and sophisticated" ambiance. It's the "definition of a classy night out" with a "buzzy, attentive" staff. The original art deco decor adds charm, making it a favorite for theater-goers and special occasions.

5,044 Reviews

  1. Stephen

    Newcastle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic quality of food Well presented Attentive staff I requested the cod main course without muscles but it came with muscles which was a slight oversight

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  2. Dave

    Cambridge

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, excellent service from friendly waiting staff, happy to visit again in future.

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  3. Marilyn

    VIP

    New York City

    147 reviews

    3.0

    147 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Husband and I (seniors) dined with four young men. Waitress addressed one of them as if he was the decision maker. Food arrived immediately - but bread arrived after we finished eating. Food was delicious but portions very small. Young men needed the bread with their meal to fill up- not as a DESSERT ! The meal did not reflect the reputation of the Ivy. Very disappointed in the whole dining experience.

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  4. Meetoofood

    VIP

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely lunch, the staff were attentive and friendly, the food and drink excellent.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed a fantastic meal which was delicious and served very fast, the staff went out of their way to help get our food quickly before our show.

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  6. Chasblueeyes

    Essex

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely location and ambience, with outstanding service from all the staff, especially Paulina who was exceptional and delightful. Our food (from the pre theatre menu) was well-presented and tasty, although the fish cake was short on fish and heavy on potato. Desert were simple but lovely. Nice cocktail and pleasant wine, although I was disappointed that I could not get a glass of Chardonnay. The truffles for my birthday were a delightful touch. Overall, a good experience and we will certainly return to try the main menu.

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  7. Emily

    Kent

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice evening. Service and food excellent. Very kind staff

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  8. Steve

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yet another memorable night at The Ivy. Served by a relatively new waitress (sorry didn’t get her name), but she was great, really friendly and made a solo guest feel really welcome.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and great food. Located perfectly for pre theatre dinner

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  10. Jamie

    VIP

    Kent

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Was greeted by a hostess overcome by a mountain of coats so getting “checked in” took a little while. Had drinks at the bar - all fine, went to table the maître D a older gentleman was absolutely excellent and looked after us very nicely as was the young Polish lady who looked after us as well. My only gripe was that the starters came out before the drinks the chap on the bar very polite but was incredibly slow and everything else was excellent as I normally expect at the Ivy in West Street as a regular diner and remembering my wife’s birthday was a very nice touch 

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FAQs

The Ivy West Street is rated 4.6 stars by 5044 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 123 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy West Street

1-5 West Street, London, WC2H 9NQ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    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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