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    The Ivy

    3.9 (255 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Upscale
    Good for groups

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    Blackened cod
    Yojna J.

    The Ivy is a must when in London! everything was stunning, the décor, the vibe, the energy. It's classy without being stuffy. We started with the truffle arancini (don't skip it!) and I had the blackened cod for my main, flaky, flavourful, and cooked to perfection. My friend got the plant based curry and couldn't stop raving. Everything was beautifully plated Service was top-tier; attentive, warm, and genuinely welcoming. You can tell the staff cares, The Ivy nails it: amazing food, gorgeous setting, Can't wait to go back!

    Truffle chicken
    lis b.

    Came to celebrate our 25th anniversary before watching a show at the Theater District. Rezzies were made a few weeks in advance. We were seated right away. We had a nice corner table. Our server was very pleasant. The place is nice, perfect for a nice dinner out. We ordered the cheese soufflé to start, I had the fish and chips and he had the truffle stuffed chicken breast. All were great and tasty. We also ordered a sticky toffee pudding for desert but we were also served with a cute "Happy Anniversary" plate with truffle bonbons. We had a very lovely time. Highly recommend.

    Tempura shrimp
    Heidi B.

    My sister and I booked for a special lunch in the city. The hostess was friendly and took our bags and coats. We were seated in a lovely corner table, ambience was great. They do pack people in so be prepared to get to know your neighbor. it was a busy lunchtime (we had a reservation). Cocktails were great. Service was interesting. Lots of waiters, they did give us space and time to review the menu. Our server totally upsold us into sides by telling us our entrees were small portions. There was plenty on the plate and no need for the upsell. Overall a special experience for my sister, food was delicious but the waiters and service were disappointing.

    Shepherd's pie
    Kayla C.

    Stumbled across The Ivy while venturing the Theatre District and Covent Gardens in London. It was October and I was a bit chilly so I decided to grab food. I kept wondering if this Ivy was part of The Ivy back home (Los Angeles) and it certainly seemed like it was. Because I was dining solo, I sat at the bar and only ordered a small bit but it was the best Shepherd's pie I'd had in a long time; a braised lamb Shepherd's pie. Service was wonderful and attentive and the inside of the restaurant was cozy and beautiful.

    Beef Wellington
    Zacharias P.

    It's always a pleasure to dine at the Ivy on West Street. There are a number of Ivy restaurants as part of the franchise now, but this one on west street is the original. It's a classic setting with a beautiful interior and a gorgeous bar that dominates the room. The stained glass windows create a lot of atmosphere. The menu centers around classic British cuisine. I started out with the steak tartar and followed it up with a beef Wellington (for two) and which is carved table side. Puddings are also classic ranging from baked Alaska to rumbabas. Excellent and attentive service. I always return to this place.

    Abbe K.

    You must go here and sit at the bar and order one of the signature cocktails. This classic London spot near the theater district has a dark wood decor, cozy booths, and ambient lighting. The drinks were excellent although I would have preferred a full glass than one three-quarters filled for the price. As for dinner, you won't get the same wow factor. The rib eye steak I ordered medium arrived very well done, although with a delicious peppercorn sauce and a fine jus that carried the steak flavor. No steak knife offered, and with some effort, I could use the provided butter knife. Seated at the bar, our waiter/bartender was a bit distracted - understandably- which may explain why the steak didn't arrive hot and perhaps more cooked in the "standing." The traditional Shepard's pie also had a nice flavor with a rich gravy. After a few bites, though, there was nothing refreshing about the taste. The green beans needed salt (only offered at a table, not the bar), and the minced onions didn't add much value. The avocado prawn salad hd more of the former than the latter, and a tasteful amount of mayonnaise. Stop in for a drink and enjoy the atmosphere. I'll be back for that.

    Danielle L.

    I loved this place!! It was beautiful, classy, well designed and most importantly the food was great! It was all high quality and fresh. Our server was kind and super attentive! One thing to keep in mind about dining in Europe is that when you reserve your table, you have it for the entire evening. It's not like American where they are rushing you out so they can seat the next party! Dinner here is a classy experience, not the wham bam thank you ma'am nonsense that you get here in the states. If you are in London give this place a try! I promise you won't be sorry!

    Mark M.

    A beautiful place inside and out. Great bar and bartender. The seating is a little close. Sheppards pie was good, burger was uninspiring, excellent bread basket. The server was poor and the hostesses are not the friendliest, even with a reservation. They sat us right near the entrance with the cold air. They told us nothing else available.

    Kellie D.

    This chain is usually reliable and good. The interior is pretty and the service at the bar was pleasant. Unfortunately my fish and chips were very oily and the smell and taste of the fish itself was very fishy and possibly off. Which put me off!

    Pimms
    Julie D.

    Had a lovely late lunch here with my cousin. My first full day in the city. I was actually planning on having a meal on the other side of town, but by the time my cousin met me I had a hankering for some fried food so we walked to this vicinity. We were seated right away by a friendly hostess. They placed us inside, but got moved to the last table before the outside area as we wanted an outside table. It was a nice compromise. I'd say this was the most local meal I had while I was in town. Nice meal and the service was amazing. We were so well taken care of.

    High tea tower
    Sobia B.

    We went here expecting your normal high tea, and we were blown away by the service and ambiance. We were well taken care of the whole way. The bottomless champagne stayed bottomless. The food was amazing. We dream of this every now and then. The food was plenty. Each of us got our own stack, as opposed to some places where one stack is for two. We were positively stuffed. The sandwiches had yummy fillings and the deserts were fresh. The smoothie was the favorite.

    Danielle G.

    Service is slow, but it was packed so we attribute the lack of staff for lack of attention. Food and cocktails are delicious, the design and decor, along with the charming area of covent Garden makes this a really wonderful afternoon lunch.! Will return soon!

    Fish and chips

    The waitress obviously discriminated Chinese people. She didn't give any greetings or smile through out the service. She checked on other tables multiple times, but even when we want to call her, she deliberately avoided it. Very bad experience. Ruined a good day. Chinese people, don't go.

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    Loved Sunday brunch! Amazing food, drinks and service. Live music was not too loud so you could still have a conversation.

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    Battersea Pie

    4.1(87 reviews)
    0.2 miCovent Garden, Strand
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    Battersea Pie Station, under the arches of the lower ground floor of Covent Garden's Market…read moreBuilding, serves up proper British grub. Simply look for The Pie Shop sign and pick your pie which is served with silky smooth mashed potatoes and lashings of rich gravy. Every time I eat a pie this place is my benchmark for the best pies ever! The  menu at Battersea Pie Station includes classics like steak and stout, minced beef and onion and chicken and mushroom, plus more creative, veggie options including butternut squash and goat's cheese. The steak and stout is my ultimate favorite! This place is my go to pie place every time I'm in London. I always try to stay in Covent Garden just so I can come here. This is my basis of the perfect meat pie with the pleasingly firm crusts and sides of mash and roasted potatoes are so delicious. The rich red-wine gravy comes separately in a small jug. I smother the pie with the gravy. Ingredient quality was excellent. They have mini pies and the regular sized pies. Even for a counter-service place this little cafe is terrific value - and you will be surprised that for Covent Garden you can eat a reasonably priced and uber delicious meal that makes me full the whole day! 5 stars can't wait to come back!

    Mrs. Lovett has nothing on this place! Perfect for a quick humble meat pie dinner before a fancy…read morepants opera. Every dish I tried was a hit. Minced Beef & Onion: The most popular, apparently. Smooth and moist inside with a buttery flaky outside. Steak & Stout: Same great crust, but with a very distinctive inside, chunks of firm roast and thick gravy where you could actually taste the stout. Probably my favorite pie here. Chicken & Mushroom: A nice variation from beef, but by no means lesser. With it's large chunks and umami gravy, this was like a quick hit fix for when craving a proper chicken pot pie. Mash & Gravy: The mash was smooth and buttery. The gravy was more than plentiful. Kinda lives under the shadow of the delicious pies though. Sticky Toffee Pudding: Good, but not great. The toffee sauce felt a bit too thick and wasn't as warmed as I like it. The sponge cake was alright, but kinda dry, like they just plopped into the toffee sauce puddle. But it did do a good job of soaking up the sauce with a little spoon dexterity.

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    The Modern Pantry

    3.8(156 reviews)
    1.3 miClerkenwell
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    Came here for breakfast during my solo trip in London and was very pleased with the service. I went…read moreat around 11 and was seated promptly. The interior is quite nice. Put my order in and it came out very quickly (under 10 minutes). Everything tasted AMAZING. I've honestly never had better toast at brunch. The tomatoes were flavorful and juicy. The eggs weren't over done. Everything was great. Staff checked in to see if I needed anything a couple times throughout the meal so I definitely didn't feel neglected. Overall a great experience. I would definitely go back during my next trip to London!

    The Modern Pantry is one of the more well-known brunch spots in the city. This restaurant, located…read morein Clerkenwell, has quite the pleasant ambiance - bright, clean, and quaint. The staff is friendly and welcoming as well. Although it does get quite busy during peak hours, reservations on OpenTable are not difficult to come by. I would have wanted to give a better rating, but the food was nothing special. // Sugar Cured Prawn Omelette (£9.80) - 3 stars The smoked chili sambal is really what gave this dish a burst of flavor. Although the size of the omelette itself was quite small, it comes with two slices of bread to fill you up. // Tea Smoked Salmon (£10.50) - 2 stars Contrary to the dish's name, the salmon was actually served baked, rather than smoked. I would have preferred the latter on an eggs Benedict, as it turned out to be quite bland. The English muffins also lacked that extra crunch.

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