The Ivy Winchester Brasserie

The Ivy Winchester Brasserie reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Paul

   Hampshire1 review

   2.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Underwhelming and Rushed Experience We recently dined at The Ivy Winchester and left feeling rather underwhelmed. The experience felt both rushed and oddly delayed in parts. Shortly after placing our order, our starter, the salt and pepper squid, arrived at the table within minutes of ordering. While quick service can be appreciated, it felt unusually fast, a sentiment even our waiter agreed with. Ironically, our drinks only arrived after the starter was cleared. The main courses followed swiftly. The Seared Tuna was a highlight, beautifully cooked and complemented by crispy fried artichoke. However, the shellfish and rabbit paella was disappointing. Though the flavour and shellfish were commendable, the portion of rabbit was noticeably sparse for the price. When we raised this, the manager’s response, that it was a set portion, felt dismissive and didn’t justify the cost. Desserts were enjoyable and arrived without issue. Unfortunately, we were then left waiting over 15-20 minutes for our plates to be cleared, only managing to get the bill after prompting a member of staff. Overall, while there were some enjoyable elements, the rushed pacing, uneven service, and poor value on certain dishes made the experience feel lacklustre. A few refinements could make a big difference.
   

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   Mike

   Hampshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The perfect spot for an anniversary lunch. We booked on impulse after hearing good things about this restaurant and we could not have been more impressed. Our booking gave us the option to tell the venue it was our anniversary and this was noted immediately by the friendly staff who showed us to a quiet table in a rather beautiful room toward the rear. The food and drink were first-rate and value for money, with generous portions and the service wasexemplary. Bravo, the Ivy. We shall return!
   

   The Ivy Winchester BrasserieResponded 1 day ago

   Thank you very much for your 5 star rating and excellent review! We're so thrilled we were able to give you such a wonderful experience with us and we do hope to see you again soon!
   

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   Paula

   Hampshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful dining experience. Attentive waiters, no waiting, fresh delicious food and lovely environment. Thank you.
   

   The Ivy Winchester BrasserieResponded 1 day ago

   Thank you so much for your 5 star rating and positive review. We hope to see you again soon!
   

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   Damian

   London1 review

   3.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Service nice , but breakfast not really . Eggs just warm.
   

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   Carla

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A wonderful venue. Very pretty, elegant and comfortable. Very good food and excellent service. The Ivy in Winchester is particularly pleasing.
   

   The Ivy Winchester BrasserieResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you for your five star rating! We hope to welcome you back again soon.
   

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   Gary VIP

   Hampshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 26, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was a celebration lunch with my Australian cousin that hasn’t been to the UK for 30 years. Luke, our server, was excellent. The food and ambience was excellent too. The Ivy have made a few changes to the way they deal with allergies and this needs a bit of time to bed in. Hopefully they’ll find a safe and pragmatic way through it.
   

   The Ivy Winchester BrasserieResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you for your five star rating! We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon.
   

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   Gareth

   Hampshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 25, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Superb dining experience and the customer service was second to none
   

   The Ivy Winchester BrasserieResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you for your five star rating! We hope to welcome you back again soon.
   

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   Kathryn

   Hampshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 25, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I had the best time celebrating my 60th birthday. The staff were amazing the food was out of this world and the chocolate bomb was to die for. The only thing that let it down was my trip to the washroom.It looked lovely with beautiful roses on the ceiling then when you walked into the cubicle and shut the door ,the door was dirty and scratched, not what I was expecting. Saying that I will definitely return .
   

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   Sarah

   Hampshire1 review

   1.0

   Dined on May 24, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Visited many times. Food always excellent. Sadly service very poor. Had to chase/ locate our wi e which was in a cooler far away from table. Ended up serving own wine the 3rd time. Table uncleared 30 minutes after eating so not time to order desert/coolffee as taxi booked. Table only cleared after paying bill. Probable so t visit again as plenty of other excellent restaurants nearby.
   

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    Ashley

    Hampshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5

    The bottle of sparkling water was room temperature, not offered lemon or ice. The Prosecco was room temperature My shepherds pie was not hot, had to return it and had a replacement given to me, with new veg.
    

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