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The Ivy Exeter, Exeter, ENG

The Ivy Exeter

4.3 (8143)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
65-67 High Street, Exeter, ENG EX4 3DT

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
Open seven days a week and comprised of a main restaurant, terrace and a private dining room, The Ivy Exeter provides the perfect setting for any occasion. Sample our extensive range of quality food and delicious cocktails at your leisure from breakfast until late, whether you are a local resident, work close by or are simply visiting one of Exeter’s best-loved areas.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–12:00 am Sat 9:00 am–1:00 am Sun 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dominik Malecki
  • Neighborhood
    Exeter
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    St David's train station, 12 min walk.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • British Icons Set Menu

    May 13, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
    Join us for our British Icons Set Menu, a selection of our iconic classic dishes that perfectly embody our unmistakable British greatness. Enjoy 2 courses for £27.95 or 3 courses for £34.95, with a complimentary glass of iconic Ivy Champagne. Menus and prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    British Icons Set Menu Photo
  • Class of 2025 Graduation Menu

    Jul 13, 2025 - Jul 22, 2025
    Celebrate this monumentous milestone with our Class of 2025 Set Menu. Enjoy two-courses for £29.95 or three-courses for £35.95, perfectly paired with an exclusively priced and perfectly chilled bottle of Nyetimber, available for £75 and a memorable keepsake to take home. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Class of 2025 Graduation Menu Photo
  • The Ivy Aperitif Affair

    Mar 27, 2025 - Nov 7, 2025
    Bring friends and family together to celebrate the arrival of warmer, longer days at The Ivy Aperitif Affair. Enjoy our signature drinks at an exclusive price, available weekly Monday to Friday between 3pm to 5.30 pm. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    The Ivy Aperitif Affair Photo

What 8,143 people are saying

The Ivy Exeter 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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.0Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Devon

    Great for brunch

  • Devon

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Devon

    Good for special occasions

  • Devon

    Most Booked

  • East Devon

    Best Overall

  • East Devon

    Best Food

  • East Devon

    Best Service

  • East Devon

    Best Ambiance

  • East Devon

    Best Value

  • East Devon

    Great for brunch

  • East Devon

    Kid-friendly

  • East Devon

    Great for fine wines

  • East Devon

    Good for special occasions

  • East Devon

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • East Devon

    Lively

  • East Devon

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy Exeter offers "superb food" and "brilliant staff" in a decor-rich setting. Known for its "amazing service" and "delicious food," it's a great spot for special occasions. Guests enjoy the "great atmosphere" and appreciate the attention to detail. However, some find the experience "overpriced" and portions small.
8,143 Reviews
  1. Joe

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. We had an outside table which was perfect on a warm evening. The table layout is well thought through and provided a private dining experience. Would recommend.

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  2. Sarah

    Devon1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Hi I love the ivy and the atmosphere and the whole feeling there but I didn’t like my meal and was not asked about it. It just wasn’t to my taste but I think the weekend evening could do with being changed a bit more often for variety

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  3. Amy

    Cornwall1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a lovely experience with my 7 year old. A proper treat. I thought choosing an earlier time would have suited my 7 year old but I was disappointed with the language around us. The food was really good, the size difference between adult and child was minimal. The home beer was very nice but overpriced in my opinion.

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  4. Sally

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really lovely, great breakfast and the atmosphere was super.

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  5. Emmilynne

    Berkshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    If I’m honest there was nothing wrong with the evening. Staff are faultlessly attentive but a little intrusive. I don’t really like being interrupted quite so many times. When my husband ordered the veal and it wasn’t available; we were asked if it’d be ok to wait whilst another portion was defrosted. I’m not an idiot, I know portion and supply control but it was a bit off putting to have it voiced in such a “Weatherspoons” sort of way. My cocktail did not stand up to the hype, the Amore e Oro was a very, very small Martini glass with a raw orange peel slice but was aromatic and ok. The ginger beer is always nice. So he chose steak tartare which was neat and well spiced, my tuna was overcooked for my taste (not that I was asked) but the salad and accompaniments were fresh and tasty. The truffle Parmesan chips were well cooked but lacked luxury being a fairly dry mixed sprinkle. All in all I’ve been wondering for a while if I just go for the loo wallpaper, I do keep giving it a chance but I think there are other dining destinations that deliver ambience and quality for the buck. It’s ok, but not much more than that.

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  6. Bev

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. James our waiter was first class in his service.

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  7. Sally

    Yorkshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ivy is a lovely place with extremely pleasant staff and nice atmosphere. However you are really paying for the name. I could have bought 2 decent bottles of wine for the price of an extortionately priced glass of wine/prosecco. The food was very nice but very small portions and you need to purchase extra sides as generally most mains weren't served with vegetables etc. Again I could have probably bought 6 broccoli for the cost of one portion. I get that they have to pay staff/overheads etc but the bill for 2 of us was over £100 and service charge also added

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  8. Barbara

    Devon1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food as always. However it was not easy to get the British Icon menu we had gone for. The waitress said she had just come back from holiday and didn't know anything about it! I looked it up on my mobile to check still available and it was. Really enjoyed it but hope if special deals are offered the staff are kept updated in future.

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  9. Chris

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a nice experience! Well done the team Ivy Exeter ! Ps…. please can you have Guinness 0.0 alcohol free available as it’s the only drinkable 0.0 available for folk who have to drive afterwards, Thanks!

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  10. Gill

    Bristol4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely high end service with white table cloths and extremely decorative interior design. V comfortable seats and excellent vegetarian and vegan food choices. Plenty of room to have a long relaxed lunch in elevated surroundings. Excellent discreet friendly service at our corner table. I have booked afternoon tea for next month.

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The Ivy Exeter is rated 4.3 stars by 8143 OpenTable diners.

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  4. East Devon
  5. Exeter

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy Exeter

65-67 High Street, Exeter, ENG EX4 3DT

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Exeter
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–12:00 am Sat 9:00 am–1:00 am Sun 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    St David's train station, 12 min walk.
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dominik Malecki
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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