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The Original Ivy, West End, London,

The Original Ivy, West End

4.6 (5184)
£41 and over
Modern European
1-5 West Street, London, WC2H 9NQ

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 134 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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 Patrizio Petrucci creates balanced seasonal menus, featuring Ivy classics, but accounting for today’s tastes, incorporating more Asian dishes, salads and vegetables. Director Gavin Gosnell 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.

Dining areas

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
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Class of 2025 Graduation Menu

    Jun 10, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
    Celebrate this monumentous milestone with our Class of 2025 Set Menu. Enjoy two-courses £45.00 or three-courses £55.00, 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
  • Lunch and Theatre Set 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. 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&Cs: Available Monday to Friday only, between 11:30pm and 6pm and again from 9:30pm until close. 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 Theatre Set Menu Photo
  • Martini Summer

    May 28, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
    This summer elevate your dining experience with our exclusively priced martinis. Whether you prefer a complex and aromatic gin martini or a smooth vodka martini, let our expert bartenders guide you through an impressive selection of exquisitely executed martinis, offering insider advice on the best pairing for each drink prepared table-side for the ultimate martini experience. All martinis are priced at £10.
    Martini Summer Photo

Private dining

What 5,184 people are saying

The Original Ivy, West End 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • West End London

    Modern European

  • West End London

    Most Booked

  • West End London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Original Ivy, West End, offers a "delightful" dining experience with its "friendly staff," "delicious food," and "beautiful surroundings." Known for its "excellent service," the restaurant combines "traditional English and French family food" with a "sophisticated atmosphere." It's "iconic" and perfect for "special occasions," though some find it "slightly expensive."
5,184 Reviews
  1. Gerard

    Oxford/Oxfordshire2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Mediocre food in a cramped restaurant. The food actually made my partner physically sick

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  2. David VIP

    London22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As fabulous as ever. We are always seated at our favourite spot at the bar and treated very attentively and always made to feel special

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  3. Alison

    Hampshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice ambience and we enjoyed our meal but the drinks were very expensive though.

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  4. Matthew

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks, food and general service was amazing! Will definitely return

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  5. Christopher VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ivy never disappoints! It’s always fun to go here when we are in London. We had the crispy duck salad and the bang bang chicken salad as starters, then ordered the Beef Wellington for 2 (could easily feed 3 though), which was excellent!

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  6. Paul VIP

    Minneapolis - St. Paul55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The original Ivy lived up to its reputation. Great food, excellent service, historic setting and fair prices. The Dover Sole was fixed perfectly and served without a single bone. We will definitely eat there again.

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  7. Dawn

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service very poor. Water for table room temperature on one of the hottest evenings of the year. When asking for ice the reaction from staff was not well received. Also ordered white wine which was a lukewarm as the water and the service. Only saviour was the food which was excellent

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  8. Jodi VIP

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were both mediocre compared to my previous visits. Their bread was far too hard and food was rather heavy, raviolis were swimming in cheese sauce. Not sure I would go back, sadly.

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  9. john

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a amazing time .Had a wonderful waitor. Food was amazing we had a very tasty prawn cocktail packed out with loads of prawns. Jimmy loved his fish and chips with very tasty tartar sauce. Wine was delicious but 1 thing I need to say why is cover charge on wine .Brings the charge up to £60

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  10. Olga

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing evening with great food! Were surprised with a show as well!

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FAQs

The Original Ivy, West End is rated 4.6 stars by 5184 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. West End London
  5. Covent Garden

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 134 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Original Ivy, West End

1-5 West Street, London, WC2H 9NQ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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