Reviews The Ivy Chelsea Garden

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Caitlin Bayley
+5
Such an incredible place to come and dine! Food is incredible! The most spectacular thing about this place is the detail. Staff go above and beyond for customers. I cannot describe how incredible it is to watch the staff doing their thing. The bar supervisor Mihai, is incredible!!!!! He goes above and beyond for customers and staff. He focuses on showing even the smaller details of the drink to provide the best experience. David who was a new employee was incredible. He described drinks and new exactly what he was doing!!!!! Thank you for an incredible time.
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Aine Kiely
+5
Popped into The Ivy friday lunchtime with no reservation. The staff were friendly and accommodating and we had a table within 30 minutes. The menu choice was great and the food was spectacularly good. Without a doubt our best London food experience⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Fiona Fitzpatrick
+5
Beautiful surroundings friendly staff. Was brought for birthday brunch. I had the eggs benedict which was amazing. Would highly recommend.
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Marta Rodríguez Leal
+5
The best place to expend your time with friends ir family, the best jasmine tea that I ever taste, garden elegant, and delicious food
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Chris Pickering
+5
It’s the best restaurant I have ever been to , staff fantastic, food , beer, wine all good thank you very much �
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Neetz Lagah
+5
The best place ever I had a lovely amazing experience. Once in a lifetime experience which I will never ever forget as it was a special day and occasion for sure .... the staff were truely amazing and friendly 🤗😊😍
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John McAllister Hart
+5
Looks like a small place from the front but massive inside. Light and airy, very attentive staff and great food.
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Alan Young
+5
Brilliant restaurant, first class service, great food and wine, well worth a visit you will not regret
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Val Francisco Vanselow
+5
Great food, service and atmosphere! I love the duck salad, scallops with pea puree and their breakfast is one of the best!!!!
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Roger Laing
+5
Yesterday was my second visit to an Ivy and I have to say that once again the whole experience was superb. I make that statement based on not only the food, which you would expect to be first class but by the service we received from the moment of entering until the time we left. It wasn't an invasive service but set just right and nothing was too much trouble, even managing to relocate us to a different table at our request into the lovely canopy covered area giving an ambiance that was less formal. The toilets were immaculate and well stocked with hand towels. My own choice of steak tartare for starters and fish pie for main with a side of creamed spinach and toasted pine nuts was just right. Rounded off with an Irish coffee. Brilliant and would thoroughly recommend the place.
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Yvonne Scott
+5
Love this restaurant. The staff was great, service was even better. Food was fantastic 10/10 all found.
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Debbie Tunstall
+5
We had the most phenomenal service yesterday celebrating our daughters 18th Birthday. I’d requested a ‘special’ table in advance - we had a great area in the conservatory. Our waiter was so attentive & so engaging, despite being so busy - can’t wait to come back again as soon as possible! Thanks so much x
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John Ewen MacAskill
+5
If in London a must visit.... need to book early as very busy.... excellent menu and drinks list.... service was perfect in everyway.... nothing too much trouble and served with a smile...good was to a high standardand great value....will book the next time I am in London.
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RaphaEspíritoSanto
+4
Amazing place in London. I love the food. can’t wait to come back here again. Congratulations to the staff.
11 months ago
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Mae Wee
+4
The tea service was slightly underwhelming considering this was the Ivy. However it was decent and surprisingly affordable in comparison to other tea places in greater London. The seafood tasted fresh and the service was earnest and efficient.
Aug 26, 2019
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E.salamoon
+5
Visited this place too many times and always great experience amazing food. Meat tartar / lemon cake / fish cake / fish and chips. Great taste. Very romantic place for a date. Very class. Waiters and staff are very friendly nice and professional.
Jun 21, 2019
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Maria Couto Alves
+5
Awesome environment, great for pictures and a really good food :)
I would certainly come back again! Loved it 😍
The bread is awesome too
The curry came with jasmine rice and coconut yogurt by the side
Jun 21, 2019
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Braviya
+4
An absolute must visit when in London. I loved the setup, perfect place to enjoy the afternoon tea either with your partner or group of friends. They have a beautiful warm setting indoor and also open garden sitting. I went to this place on a Saturday to celebrate my husband birthday and enjoyed the entire experience. Book the place well in advance to avoid any waiting.
Mar 06, 2019
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Beatrice
+4
Beautiful warm setting. An absolute must when in London. Staff was very welcoming and kind. Service was great. The food a delicacy. Definitely a repeatable experience.
Feb 10, 2019
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Rita Petrone
+5
Truly my favourite restaurant I've ever been to so far. The decor is amazing and the atmosphere feels light and breezy. It's like you're in the middle of nature without the 'hassles' of it (read: bugs). The food was amazing and the service was professional. The waiting times are long but the staff at the bar eases the wait and even makes it bearable. Pro tip: try to go for lunch or an early dinner to score a table in the garden.
Oct 29, 2018
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Youssef Beyhum
+5
Excellent service, friendly and professional staff, great food, and a pleasant atmosphere. The Ivy is one of the best places I’ve been to in London and sates one’s thirst to be in nature without having to deal with all its drawbacks!

Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Jun 30, 2018
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Lisa Reynolds
+4
What a beautiful spot for a long lunch or lazy brunch with the girls. Sunday brunch was very reasonably priced, the food was very tasty and the service was good. The only thing stopping from being five stars was we had several drinks forgotten and towards the end the service had all but stopped when we needed to get the bill. If you can get a table in the garden, it looks lush.
Jun 16, 2018
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Namobagz
+4
Good food, beautiful interiors like an indoor garden.*Top Picks* - Grilled fish, Soup, Sweet potato sidesEmojimeter (out of 3):Veg options: 🍏 Portion size: 🍴🍴  Drinks: 🍸🍸I've eaten at most other Ivy's and this was one of the nicest to visit. Pretty interiors and decoration with pots and plants blending the indoor with the outdoor. Could be part of the decoration with Chelsea in Bloom, or otherwise.Not too much vegetarian options although we did find a few main and sides. The sides and starters, like the sweet potatoes, were a good portion size but the main was a little small. Although the food tasted really well but the vegetarian options had a very similar dressing. The smoothies were refreshing but with a bit too much ice.Note: Duck liver parfait - DO NOT order it if you haven't tried it before. I had to let the whole thing go to waste as I did not like it at all. The service was prompt but there was a slow sequence - someone took us to our seats, someone else brought the food and someone else served it. We saw our guy waiting with the food on the side for a while until the person serving it was free. Its a good atmosphere but it causes delays and it reduces the need to build a relationship with who is serving you (check out review of Sushi Samba).
Jun 04, 2018
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Arina Maljian
+5
Excellent restaurant! Beautiful venue - especially the terrace. Delicious food. We tried the roasted butternut squash with grains as starter and the crispy duck salad and the chicken quinoa salad as main. Everything was exquisite. I would definitely recommend all three. The service also was impeccable which really made the experience that much better. Really enjoyed my visit.
May 07, 2018
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Maya
+4
Wonderful place! I love the set up, perfect for lunch, brunch, afternoon tea, and dinner! The burger is delicious, and the truffle fries are so good, a little bit more parmesan would be perfect. I also had jasmine tea- as a tea connoisseur, I thought it wasn’t incredibly good- yet the ambiance was perfect for that. You do need a reservation, so don’t forget to do that before you go!
Feb 21, 2018
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Teresa Guimaraes
+4
Really nice for lunch or for a weekend brunch. 
Good food, nice atmosphere, and helpful staff.

Must ask for crispy duck salad as a started and the chicken Milanese!
Feb 12, 2018
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Jane Smiley
+4.5
One of my all time favorite brunch spots!! Absolutely love their breakfast menu and everything I have tried was delicious. Especially worth mentioning the Eggs Royale, which is one of the more popular dishes for breakfast in Ivy.
Feb 01, 2018
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Ibrahim
+4
I had nice delicious breakfast in The Ivy Chelsea Garden. Nice ambiance and welcoming staff. Good high quality service and food. Highly recommended and make sure to do early booking as it’s required.
We had scrambled eggs with baked beans and hallomi cheese, poached eggs and pancakes with strawberry and berries and Greek yogurt.
Dec 17, 2017
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Sammijoknows
+3.5
The Kings Road has been off my radar for years. I used to work over this side some 10 plus years ago at a hotel near South Kensington. I had a friend who worked at Reiss on the Kings Rd, so there was the odd visit to a local pub but nothing much more than that.

Fast forward to 2017 and I now work for a company which has a site on the Kings Road, so I have been reintroduced. So recently I stopped off at the Chelsea Ivy Brasserie which is essentially a chain these days. Opening new branches at a dizzying speed, before the paint is dry at one, there goes another one popping up. This will be my third Ivy visit having done Kensington High Street and Liverpool Street.

This visit was not offensive, but not mind blowing either. Whilst good service, decent food and reasonable prices make an appearance, it feels souless. The team hit all the service cues but with little personality. The food is ok, but as it's from the strong original celebrity brand Ivy in Covent Garden, there is an expectation that it should pack more. That said, it is still a nice place to visit every now and then.

To start our dining experience we went for a starter of tempura prawns with green papaya, cucumber, edamame and matcha tea sauce to share. For our main course, I was feeling the pan asian vibe so went for blackened cod fillet, not to be confused with black cod. It was baked in a banana leaf with baby pak choi, shaved radish, toasted sesame and yuzu mayonnaise. The code melted in the  my mouth and its sauce was not too over powering. My guest went for something a little bit more traditional and opted for the fish and chips. The cod was in a very delicate bitter, with chunky chips. What was also quite nice, was the fact that it came with a wee bottle of vinegar. We also shared a side of tenderstem broccoli with lemon oil and sea salt.

It's a big menu, but with a lot of classics from all over the place. Not quite British, not just French, not asian - just something for everyone. What you definitely have to check out when you visit is the sprawling garden towards the rear. I suspect in the Summer this is a beautiful space.
Nov 13, 2017
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Hamda
+5
One of the best breakfast spots in London. It's a nice place to gather. It's always good to come here. Make sure you book a table before going. I highly recommend sitting in the terrace area🌿🍃
Sep 21, 2017
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Michelle
+4
Had an amazing Night at Chelsea. All the food was incredible! The service was ok not super friendly. The decor was beautiful will definitely recommend to other people and hope to return one day. The steak, egg and chips was amazing made me think of my childhood eating this but a lot more delicious
Jun 20, 2017
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Maya Maxwell
+4
Beautiful decorations as always, wonderful food. I can never find any other restaurant that can beat the chicken salad from here, it's incredible. However it js always too busy
Apr 12, 2017
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Chloe Gorman
+4.5
Brunch is one of my favourite meals. It’s that wondrous middle ground where it’s acceptable to drink alcohol with your first meal of the day, gorgeously runny eggs come with everything AND you can have dessert with your breakfast. What’s not to love?. Last week I spent the weekend visiting my cousin Sophia Patricia Mai in Chelsea where she introduced me to brunch at The Ivy Chelsea Garden.
Apr 03, 2017
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Mohammad Al Shamsi
+3.5
The Ivy Chelsea Garden is a restaurant and a cafe located in kings road. The distinctive and superb Christmas decorations on the outside of the restaurant make it conspicuous and easy to be found. It's the breathtaking view that no one should miss out on. The garden is full of wonderful plants and colourful flowers. The food on the other hand was quite good. The cheese omelette was delicious and juicy. The spinach Benedict was good but it had a bit too cream. The avocado toast was a let down unfortunately; it didn't have a distinctive taste. The service was great and the staff were really helpful. The place is more about the view than the food itself.
Dec 23, 2016
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Saanya Gulati
+3.5
It’s 9:45 AM. We’ve been seated in the spacious and sophisticated interiors of Ivy, belied by its rather humble façade on King’s Road. The combination of rot iron and shades of green are the more obvious garden elements in the casual yet elegant styled restaurant. Too bad that the outdoor seating is not open yet, because we can see the sun shining through the glass windows at the back, which in London is an opportunity to be seized.
Jun 10, 2016
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The Accidental Socialite
+4
The Ivy Chelsea Garden is a beautiful rose that popped up in a former plot of manure.  It’s so different from the bar/restaurant/blackout location that used to be there, I was skeptical. How could something so awesome exist where so many horrendous smells and bad decisions had come from?. Apparently before you get married you need to take every opportunity to drink out of penis straws.
Apr 23, 2016
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Maryam Al Qemzi
+5
The restaurant has a wonderful garden that builds to it's atmosphere. Definitely recommend it for breakfast. Don't miss out on the poached eggs with avocado.
Apr 12, 2016
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Zeina Kawas
+3.5
If you are in London on a sunny day, then you must go the brunch at the Ivy Chelsea garden. Pick a table a the terrace and sip away on champagne and enjoy the weather and the food. The lobster Benedict is superb very juicy and filling. Pancakes are a great pairing as they have some orange zest in them and the best part they come with crispy bacon that are divine. It's a great outdoor venue and great for a Sunday brunch.
Mar 13, 2016
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George
+3.5
Was taken to lunch here on a nice sunny London day and it was lovely to be sitting outside in a garden setting . Food and service were ok but ambiance great.

Jan 01, 2016
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Lisa B
+4
Booked a table months in advance and was so disappointed in the way they work their system for sitting outside.

The sun was shining and the tables were free but yet they couldn't seat us there.

Anyway went for the Warm truffled chicken on toasted brioche
with a green herb salad. It was a bit too rich for me.

The food is so well priced though and cheap so definitely go for the ambiance.

I much prefer it to the originial ivy.
Dec 07, 2015
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Foodexpectations
+3.5
If you care about people watching and a great ambiance, the Ivy is a great spot for it. Even more so if you can score a table at their garden patio which is absolutely lovely. If you LOVE food as much as I do and quality of your meal is the most important element, The Ivy shouldn't be your first choice. The food is average and service is ok.
Nov 19, 2015
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Sara AlMansoori
+4
Loved the place the quick service the ambiance the waiters the food .... Its all about details and elegance... You have to visit this place
Oct 15, 2015
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The Accidental Socialite
+4
The Ivy Chelsea Garden is a beautiful rose that popped up in a former plot of manure. It’s so different from the bar/restaurant/blackout location that used to be there, I was skeptical. How could something so awesome exist where so many horrendous smells and bad decisions had come from?
Oct 12, 2015
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Foodexpectations
+3.5
The Ivy at Chelsea Garden is the perfect place if you want to hang out and people watch in a lovely setting, particularly on a nice day when you can sit outside in the garden. The food is definitely secondary to the vibe and the ambiance and the service is ok but won't blow you away.
Sep 22, 2015
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Parisa Kelly
+3.5
Everything I expected I had a delicious lunch with my friend the cauliflower soup is delicious though a few more croutons wouldn't hurt and the fish cooked perfectly. I love the decor and atmosphere like a little bubble away from the hubbub of kings road.
Sep 15, 2015
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Peagleye
+4
I don't like restaurants where you go to see and be seen!
I like good food, good service!
So automatically this rules out all the Ivys...
That said I went there for a business dinner, weather was nice so we sat in the garden (big transformation from what used to be the Henry J Beans beer garden!
Very Chelseaesque spot but if you black out this aspect, service was very good, food was very nice even though the menu is similar to that of any sophiscated brasserie!
So all in all spent a lovely evening and would go again, nest summer!
Sep 06, 2015
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Leyla
+3.5
I had been to the Ivy many times but this was the first time that I went for dinner.

Ive been with two of my friends, hoping to find an atmosphere which fulfills our friday night; the overall age was older than middle-age, there was music playing at the background but you can barely hear it, the waiters are literally 'running' in the space, they close the garden at 8.30 because of the restrictions, my hair smells like food after I left from the restaurant, and it was too hot inside even though we were wearing summer clothes.

The food was really good though.

I recommend to go there for brunch rather than going for dinner or drinks
Sep 01, 2015
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Pasta Bites
+4
Despite having lived in London for over 20 years, I have never been to one of the city’s most iconic restaurants, the Ivy. And I still haven’t been however I have been able to try their newly opened, West London branch  on the Kings Road a couple of weeks ago. Occupying what used to be local American style bar and grill Henry J Bean’s, I visited the Ivy Chelsea Garden on a crisp but very bright April morning with my friend and fellow blogger and photographer Giulia aka Mondo Mulia (her post here). The venue inside has been completely revamped: gone are the dark wood, pub-like panels and the 90s style trestle table I remember. The large dining room is now elegantly decorated in period Parisian bistro style with opulence and plenty of gilded mirrors and plants. The bar itself is grand and takes centre stage in the indoor space however the piece de resistance is certainly the garden at the back. A very large space, it has now been furnished like picture perfect outdoor entertaining areas, with striped cushions, log fire and wide canopies interspersed with shrubs and greens.
Nov 18, 2015
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Why Waste Annual Leave?
+3.5
I first heard of this restaurant after reading some reviews in the press and unlike many other diners who had been to the Ivy and wanted to compare this, I had not been to its more famous sister restaurant. However, I kept it in mind as a place to explore if I am ever back in the Chelsea area, and sure enough, one weekday just a few weeks later, I found myself exactly there to meet a friend for lunch.

We parted with tradition and decided not to make any bookings for a retsaurant but as my train was pulling in, I suddenly remembered this place. What's the likelihood of getting a reservation at 0 hours notice, I wondered. But as it turns out, the likelihood is rather good! We jus turned up on a Monday lunch time and asked for a table for 2 and were seated immediately.Not in the garden area I must add, beggars can't be choosers. But we were quite happily placed in a corner table with a view of the buzz of Kings Road.

Our waiter on the day had a unique sense of humour, not one that the two of us necessariy warmed to but it irritated me from the outset when my friend asked for tap water and the waiter serving us stared at her as if she had just spat in the water. I'm sorry but if I can drink tap water in my own home, then I'm certainly not too snobby to drink it when I'm out, unless of course you are implying that it's not safe to drink it in your restaurant (in which case you probably should be shut down) so I draw a line at waiting staff who could win trophies for their stuck up behaviour.

We were both in the mood for a sandwich/bready hearty lunch and I couldn't get past the fried fish burger. Definitely not the healthiest thing I could have ordered I'll admit that but the batter was light and I was told later that it is beer battered. I could not quite finish the chips and frankly, these were quite unmemorable in taste so I did not waste my calorie allowance on them!

We probaly did not need a starter or nibbles but the truffled arancini sounded very tempting after recently returning from Tuscany where truffle is so prominent. And I was impressed to find them served piping hot and seemingly freshly made with that potent scent of truffle filling our table.

When it came to ordering desserts, we pondered over whether to stay put or to explore one of the neighbouring cake shops. I couldn't be more glad that we decided to take the lazy option, stay put and choose to order the chocolate honeycombe ice cream bombe with salted caramel sauce that unfolded as the hot sauce was poured over it.

I first had a dessert like this at Gordon Ramsay Petrus and then on a second occasion at Bob Bob Ricard (and my 3rd was abroad) so it seems that these unfolding chocolate spheres are rather en vogue) but this was hands down the best of the lot with the beautiful saltiness of the caramel sauce contrasting with that indulgent crunchy sweetness from the honeycomb. It was quite a rich dessert, which I was glad to be sharing but it was a delicious way to round off our meal.

It was a nice enough meal overall though it was costly cosidering we basically had nibbles to share, desserts to share, a main each and a non alcoholic drink. I liked the main dishes but I certainly cannot say that they Wowedd me - for a really delicious fish burger, I would much more highly recommend Fish Dog
s at Brockly market but the chocoltale bombe here was a standout, though I'm not sure I would come all the way back for it.

As for the service, it was another example of a Chelsea restaurant where many of the staff need to learn what customer service actually involves and little effort was made on their part above and beyond the forced pleasantries required.
Jul 28, 2015
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L Wilkinson
+4
Sunday was as much of a treat for the eyes as it was our hungry tummies...Bradley Cooper was feasting away outside after his day at Wimbledon finals - swoon!. The Ivy is the newest hotspot to hit Chelsea and as one can imagine the team behind the establishment (Caprice holdings) haven't scrimped on the décor budget. It's utterly stunning, both inside and out.
Jul 20, 2015
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Jill Clarke
+4.5
Went here for a Sunday Lunch with friends and it was s lovely experience. Despite booking the table months ago for my trip to London, we didn't get an outside table which was disappointing as it was gorgeous out and the outdoor area was fab but we still enjoyed. The food and wine is really reasonable and the service is excellent. Gorgeous glasses of prosecco were only 6 pounds, French wine 5. Went for the grilled halloumi sandwich with fries that was so tasty and massive with lovely guac inside the sandwich and a pesto Mayo for the fries, it was gorgeous and I tried my friends various meals and everything was delicious! A spare meal was brought out and was offered to us free of charge, but we were all stuffed to the gills, we had to refuse! The service was notably good also- very prompt to clear away and replenish drinks etc, I would really recommend, only wish we sat out in the lovely London sun! Lisa B
Jul 06, 2015
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Nicole915
+4
Great lunch at the chelsea ivy. The portions are big and reasonably priced. Lunch for two cost 35£. The food is good and presentation excellent. The HLT and steak and eggs were great. The only downside was that even a booking made months in advance didn't swing an outdoor table.
Jul 05, 2015
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Kelly Michelle
+4.5
The Ivy Chelsea Garden is becoming one of London's most popular restaurants to visit and perfect for a late lunch.

As I'm gluten free I knew the menu had many options available for me to scoff.  I decided not to have a starter as I knew there was a magical gluten free dessert available.

So for my mains I went for the chargrilled salmon fillet with steamed asparagus and watercress hollandaise which was perfectly cooked with steamed kale and spinach - light and tasty on a friday afternoon.

Now dessert time, the chocolate bombe with a hot salted caramel sauce which is slowly poured over the chocolate bombe to reveal a vanilla ice cream and honeycomb centre is magical and if you're gluten free it is probably one of the best desserts currently on offer in London.

Would highly recommend you booking as you won't be disappointed!  Now I just need to see if they do a gluten free afternoon tea.

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Jun 21, 2015
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KS_Ate_Here
+3.5
It's never easy being the follow up act; especially if those preceding were roaring successes; but that is exactly the situation The Ivy Chelsea Garden (ICG) finds itself in as it follows in the footsteps of The Ivy Market Grill and the iconic The Ivy. As if opening on Chelsea's fancy Kings Road wasn't pressure enough, there is also a legacy to uphold but it is a task ICG is up to.

On this visit, we arrived for breakfast on a sunny Saturday at the ripe time of 8:45. There's not many things I would get out of bed early on a Saturday for but I felt this was a worthy cause. Word of caution here though, we were told 8:45 was the only table available to be booked but throughout our meal, the restaurant was never full so walking in at your preferred time is probably doable.

Order placed, attention moved onto the eye-catching decor. No expense has been spared on making ICG a visual spectacle on the high street from its beautifully manicure teal exterior to the grand, spacious dining room with its art-filled walls and mosaic flooring. However, this is all trumped by the garden from which the restaurant gains it's name; and it is quite the garden. Classically landscaped and measuring in size nearly the equivalent of the entire dining room, it is an alfresco diner's dream and is sure to be the popular choice over the Spring/Summer season.

Our order of grilled buttermilk pancakes with smoked streaky bacon & maple syrup, truffles eggs with toasted brioche and granola with almond milk & mixed berries arrived relatively promptly and overall, I would say the food was ok. The pancakes were standard and perfectly palatable though not mind blowing. The bacon was a bit too crispy for my liking, boarding on burnt but I can respect that may be the cook's preference. The granola was good but it's hard to get too excited about granola. The truffle eggs however were amazing assuming you love truffle (which I do). The aroma was so strong, you could smell it coming to the table. A beautiful dish.

So all up, not bad - I came away satisfied if not mind blown. It's a beautiful place worthy of a visit but tamper your expectations when it comes to food.


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Jun 17, 2015
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Emma Blanc
+4
The Ivy Chelsea Garden opened up last month on the old site of Henry J Beans on the King's road. I used to be a huge fan of Henry J Beans as it was where I had my first ever date (many years ago) and also the venue of many fun nights out. However now as The Ivy Chelsea Garden, it couldn't be more different…..it looks amazing! It really has the wow factor - very light, luxurious, lots of green and plenty of mirrors everywhere and the la piece de resistance is the beautiful garden and terrace at the back.
Sep 26, 2015
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SilverSpoon London
+4
Life Lately: I can't believe how quickly this year has gone and that we were celebrating our first wedding anniversary in Rome this month; it's been a really great year!. Summer is beginning to kick in, and with the weather getting warmer, I'm starting to forgo my usual black tights and leave the coat at home too! With summer coming we're also welcoming a slew of weddings and christening giving Mr S and I the opportunity to see lots of friends who we don't often see.
May 01, 2015
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SilverSpoon London
+4.5
Like it's sister restaurants in Covent Garden, the original Ivy and the newer Ivy Market Grill, the menu is a mixture of hearty British comfort food and a healthier options. The choices on the menu looked awesome and Kelly and I agreed we could have easily eaten our way through the whole menu!

We both wanted two courses, and as I prefer savoury I chose to have a starter while Kelly chose to save herself for dessert. My scallops were cooked just right and were served with grapefruit, fennel salad and citrus dressing. The combination of grapefruit and citrus dressing meant the dish was very acidic and I would warn you against it if you don't like bitter flavours. However, I loved the flavour combination and I happily munched on it whilst chatting to Kelly and sneakily scanning the other patrons for Made in Chelsea cast members.
May 26, 2015
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Social Concierge
+4
The Vibe

A place with a terrace, an orangery and an ambience described as “approachable sophistication” fits perfectly into this spacious spot on Chelsea’s most lauded street. An institution so sure of itself that even Evening Standard journalists couldn’t name drop their way in, this place is the epitome of discretion and feels truly grown up.

The Order

Breakfast here feels a little like a five star hotel, without the hefty price tag and egg station. If you’re pre-work, go for a city slick Egg White Omelette or Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon – alongside juices of every colour and a double shot espresso to set you off. Those keen to linger longer or possibly luxuriate post night before can enjoy a Full English in this most quintessential of establishments.

The Game

We went for breakfast but the menu is all day and the garden is a true delight on warm afternoons and evenings. Book ahead – no one in Chelsea likes to cook for themselves so the tables turn quicker than the sports cars outside. Evening wise, eat first (for fear of missing your spot) then squeeze in at the bar afterwards or cosy up on a sofa. If the weather’s playing ball, a walk to the river after will guarantee delight with the sight of Albert Bridge all lit up.

The Faults

It’s Chelsea. VERY Chelsea.

Sex Factor

4. Pure class.
May 11, 2015
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Michaela Baxter
+4
I went to The Ivy Garden for Sunday brunch. The modern British menu includes international dishes and has a comprehensive all-day dining selection ranging from breakfasts and weekend brunches to afternoon tea, vegetarian, healthy and some tempting deserts. For brunch, I had the Ivy breakfast with truffled scrambled eggs instead of fried. I also had a side of arancini. My meal was exceptional, as was the friendly service and relaxed atmosphere. The interiors are beautiful and the garden and orangery is charming. I would love to make this a regular if not for the 3 month wait list for a table. Reserve now - it's well worth it!
May 07, 2015
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Lily Qian
+5
Ivy Chelsea is an amazing place that truly stands out. The modern and tasteful decoration adds a special touch to the ambiance. One of the highlights was enjoying an English afternoon tea with locals, which was an unforgettable experience. I’d like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful staff member who took my call and helped me make the reservation. Her sweetness and professionalism were outstanding. Having contacted various top-ranking restaurants, I can confidently say that she was the best by far. Ivy Chelsea has left me with a fantastic impression and I’m looking forward to returning!
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Nancy Doultsinou
+5
Had the afternoon tea in the garden. Food was great and plenty, the champagne fab and also staff polite and attentive. Had an issue with our bill but they sorted it out quickly. Will come back :)
4
H Begum
+4
We went for afternoon tea, the place itself was nice I.e. decor etc. but the food was ok. The service was a little slow but overall staff were friendly. They did a really good job at separating my food from the rest as I have allergies. Personally think it’s a little overrated but still a nice experience.
5
Alex Lowe
+5
Great choice for a celebration. The atmosphere is well put together and the interior is a great space to be in whether the garden room end or the main room. Friendly staff and prompt service, good food nicely presented. Let them know if it's a celebration and they'll do a little something special.
5
Dalia Akar
+5
Had a fabulous breakfast here on a Sunday, food was very fresh, staff went above and beyond, even ordered side dishes which weren’t on the menu. The atmosphere was lively but also relaxing enough for a Sunday morning. Will definitely be back. I highly recommend the espresso martini
4
Mike Sigman
+4
Went there for dinner. Everybody stick was cooked to order at a lot of fat in it. The service was slow but I don't think that's a normal thing. I think they were just short that night. The atmosphere is great and the rest of the food was delicious.
5
Syafiqah Cullen
+5
Went here for afternoon tea with my family. We got one of their "Dream Afternoon Tea" (£32.95) and x2 of their "Champagne Afternoon Tea" (£42.95) Okay selection of food, the desserts were too sweet for my liking. If you're a chocolate lover or have a sweet tooth, their red velvet muffin and the chocolate plant pot would be heaven for you 😂
5
Romina Fonseca-Allegretti
+5
The texture on the scones wasn't the best...too soft. The sweet bites were good but so incredibly sweet that they were impossible to finish. The presentation was better than expected! Great service and facilities
5
Rejwan Ahad
+5
Pleasant ambiance and lovely service together with great food. Waiter was very friendly and helpful. Attention to detail thank you. Entire family enjoyed themselves.
4
Robert Murphy
+4
Good food, with great service and setting. The blood orange spritz was very refreshing. The terrace in my opinion is the best part of the restaurant to be seated in.
5
Jasmine Dotiwala
+5
If I'm having a breakfast brunch lunch or dinner with family or friends I always recommend the Ivy I visit all the different Ivy's across London they're all very special but the one in Kings Road is very very pretty and gorgeous for an afternoon tea We came here to celebrate her birthday for some friends and we couldn't have been more well looked after the staff are warm friendly informative and can't do enough for you truly spectacular
5
Nicholas Fitzwilliams
+5
Overall we loved it. Food not that great, my lemon sole was overcooked and tastes overall were dull. BUT I loved the table service, the professionalism of the staff serving us, the abundance of table linen and above all the atmosphere. The design, look, feel is right on the money and we had a fabulous evening. Thank you and we will be back
4
Robert Leggett
+4
Visited The Ivy Chelsea Garden on a very busy Sunday Brunch as the weather was so nice. We sat outside in the garden which was lovely although there was a great deal of pollen from the trees. The service was really slow and you could tell they were understaffed. Our main courses arrived missing a number of items and one main course. By the time the missing items and main courses arrived we had finished the items delivered earlier. Manager was very understanding and compensated us accordingly. I would definitely visit again in the hope this was just a one off bad day as the food itself was good when it arrived.
5
Rhia H
+5
My boyfriend took me here as a birthday treat and I loved it here, the customer service was amazing, the atmosphere was lovely and the food was great. The cocktails even better! I recommend the lavandula martini is was sooo nice ☺️ I will say that the lamb chops I had did have a lot of fat on it. We also ordered kimchi rice and noodles which both fell flat for me so I personally wouldn’t recommend them. As you can see they gave us free mochi ice cream for a birthday treat which was a nice surprise 😊
5
Munierah Saleh
+5
It is a Wonderful Breathtaking garden with a great variety of dishes and excellent service.. everything there was perfect!
4
Ali Salman
+4
Great tea time (cream tea) and super cool atmosphere. Service was kind but slow at times.
5
Owen Sidwell
+5
Delicious food and wonderful atmosphere! Service was exceptional. Rib eye steak is worth the steep price! No sauce needed!
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