I was there last night for a family meal & truly could not fault anything. Fantastic service, excellent food. I had the asparagus to start with which was scrumptious, the shepherds pie to follow which was to die for folllwerd by the deliectable chocolate 🍫 bomb (naughty but extremely nice). Highly recommend 👍🏻👍🏻
First time here for evening meal and although we had to wait initially we liked having a few drinks at the bar. The menu is varied and appeals to all tastes. We opted to share two starters and the zucchini frites arrived quickly but we had to ask for the olives which was a shame. The starters were lovely especially the duck parfait and the prawns. Mains consisted of steaks and the duck curry which again couldn’t be faulted but the two steaks which were cooked differently weren’t distinctive enough to the waiter and were given to the wrong people and yet again an item was forgotten, the chips and we had to ask again. The waiters were attentive and the drinks menu was very varied. The whole experience was excellent apart from a couple of small issues I would definitely return.
Angelena Moore Churcher
+5
wonderful meal today with my husband, food is well created and tasted fantastic, good size portions, staff attentive but not over the top, highly recommend and will be returning
Been wanting to visit ever since it opened and wasn’t disappointed!.. beautiful venue as expected, attentive and friendly servers, lovely atmosphere and wonderful extensive menu.. you’d be hard pushed not to find something you love on it!.. the food was totally yummy and I’m still dreaming of the crab linguine.. just so good!.. really can’t fault The Ivy TW.. perfect brunch spot.. or anytime spot I should think!
Late night jazz served on a plate, with a garnish of Miles Davis.
The cocktails are to die for.
See you in the afterlife.
Went to celebrate my birthday yesterday for lunch. We had a lovely corner table. Great ambiance and decor, loved the bar. The service was excellent as was our lunch. Thoroughly recommend this restaurant. The chocolate bombe dessert was exceptional
Loved it. Amazing staff - who went above and beyond!
Highly recommend the chicken Milanese. Great decor and ambience. Can’t wait to go again 👍🏼👍🏼
Thank you so much for helping us to celebrate our mum’s 70th . The food was exquisite and you made her feel very spoilt on her special day ! Highly recommend it �
Fantastic food and excellent service. Can’t recommend highly enough
A lovely place to spend an early lunch.
Booking a table on a Saturday is a must. We didn't and was given a "leave by" time on arrival that didn't really impact on our meal but meant we were clock watching.
The staff were attentive, friendly and helpful though I wasn't sure if this was due to our having not booked a table.
The food was delicious and the set menu made it affordable though there was an issue with over charging for a starter that we did not have.
Despite our issues on the day, this is a great place to eat and we will look forward to returning on our next visit to Tunbridge Wells.
Fantastic afternoon tea with a quirky Alice in wonderland theme. The food was beautifully presented and equally delicious. The room was well decorated and fun. Service was a little slow and didn’t check on us often, but when they did it was good
We enjoyed our visit for afternoon tea around the coronation. We had been less than impressed by some of the English tea-rooms we had visited and after many missed opportunities we gave this one a chance. Not all Ivy eateries do afternoon tea so were glad this one did.
The options were good enough and the fresh, and well-under the London tea-room tariffs.
We split the afternoon tea and added a cream tea for the extra scones and cappuccino as it would have been too abundant.
I'll leave a cash tip next time for the staff..
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An Elegant Affair with Room for Improvement - The Ivy in Tunbridge Wells:
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Dining at The Ivy in Tunbridge Wells was an experience filled with sophistication and elegance. From the moment we stepped in, the immaculate design and attentive staff set the stage for an evening of indulgence and enjoyment. The restaurant's charm, coupled with the company of good friends, made for a delightful atmosphere to savor the culinary delights on offer.
The Ivy's ambiance was undoubtedly one of its highlights, with a perfect blend of classic and contemporary elements that exuded an inviting allure. The tasteful décor and attention to detail showcased the establishment's commitment to creating a memorable dining experience.
As our order was taken, the menu held a diverse selection of dishes, catering to a range of tastes and preferences. My eyes were drawn to the tantalizing hamburger, which seemed to promise a deliciously satisfying treat. However, my excitement was somewhat dampened when I discovered that customizing the doneness of the meat wasn't an option. As someone who appreciates a tender, medium-rare patty, I was surprised to learn that The Ivy serves its burgers exclusively well-done. This was particularly unexpected for a restaurant of such prestige, where one might expect the flexibility to tailor dishes to individual preferences.
Despite my disappointment, I decided to request a different preparation for my burger, hoping that the kitchen would accommodate the alteration. To my dismay, the waiter politely explained that customizing the burger's cooking level wasn't possible. This rigid approach to preparing the dish felt out of place in a restaurant known for its attentiveness to guests' needs.
Nevertheless, I opted to experience the burger as presented and was greeted with an aesthetically pleasing dish. The burger was well-presented, accompanied by a selection of sides that complemented the main course. The flavors were pleasant, and the ingredients seemed of high quality. However, the well-done patty lacked the succulence and juiciness that I typically look forward to in a premium hamburger. It's a pity that the restaurant's strict adherence to cooking the burger prevented me from fully enjoying this particular dish.
In conclusion, The Ivy in Tunbridge Wells is an establishment that clearly prides itself on attention to detail, ambiance, and excellent service. The staff's attentiveness and the restaurant's immaculate design create an alluring environment for dining with friends. However, the limited flexibility in preparing certain dishes, such as the hamburger, left me yearning for more customization options to suit individual tastes.
While I appreciate the overall experience and the restaurant's commitment to excellence, I do hope that The Ivy considers offering more flexibility in preparing its dishes in the future. This would undoubtedly elevate the dining experience and maintain the restaurant's well-deserved reputation as a premier destination for fine dining in Tunbridge Wells.
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I have just seen the reply to my detailed review, and I'm certain it was from an Artificial Intelligence (AI). It is quite disappointing that no one in the managing director's team took the time to respond with a genuine explanation.
I love Ivy restaurants, and this was no exception. Even my kids love eating brunch at Ivy. They love the decor. The staff was very polite and helpful. Also they saved a jumper that we left until we realised it was missing.
Excellent service (a rarity these days) and the prices are very, very reasonable - both in absolute terms and also relative to most other restaurants in the same price range. If there's one place that merits the 'discretionary' service charge that gets slapped automatically onto your bill these days, it's this one.
Don't miss out on the fried zucchini and the arancini for starters.
The ice cream bubble dessert was a pleasant surprise too. There I was expecting a boring ice cream (even though that's what I fancied) and they turn up with this work of art which even had a chocolate brownie buried inside it. Decadent and most delicious.
Absolutely fabulous place. Atmosphere brilliant. We had afternoon tea, it was amazing , a real experience. Loved it!
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Booked for a birthday meal with the family after receiving many recommendations for The Ivy. We managed to get booked for just after five so make sure to book well in advance if you want prime meal time reservations.
Very difficult to choose what to have as so much appealed to me, but settled on the twice baked cheese soufflé and the chicken Milanese. The soufflé was incredible, definitely something you will want to have if you are a cheese lover like myself. I could easily have eaten two of them!
The chicken Milanese was served with a truffle sauce which wasn't too overpowering and balanced the meal quite nicely. I tried a bit of the fishcakes too and was very impressed with the flavour.
A very nice touch bringing out a special birthday dessert for my mother, it definitely caught her off guard!
Service was excellent, very polite, and attentive when we needed it.
The decor of The Ivy is beautiful too, definitely makes the visit extra special and makes it feel like it's not just a restaurant you are visiting!
Stunning place ,the decor is fantastic so much to take in .Greeted by very friendly staff and always asking if evening is ok. It was nice to see mixed ages all having a wonderful time .We had afternoon tea ,which consisted of sandwiches, rolls, cakes, and scones .It was topped off with dry ice, tumbling down the cake stand .We did read some of the reviews regarding sitting near the toilet door as a problem, we sat two tables from the door and found it fine . All I can say is thank goodness for gift vouchers . What a lovely Christmas present .
Just had a meal here tonight. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our waitress - Anna - was knowledgeable about the food and wine, excellent at making us feel welcomed and brilliant at her job. The ambience of the restaurant was lovely and the decor was beautiful and colourful. We felt like we were in the highest end restaurant that exists. The food was out of this world. I had the best vegetarian meal I've ever had. Well done, The Ivy and team at Royal Tunbridge Wells.
I hope your other restaurants are as good as this one.
Lovely restaurant, we had a great diner. Scallops were delicious as was the grilled salmon. Can highly recommend!
Food was amazing, could not fault it one bit.
The atmosphere had the right "look" but the tables are so close together and the music really loud that everyone was needing to shout in order to speak to each other. So not really a great combination.
The waiters could have paid attention a little more to the guests a little better as it did take a little while to grab the attention of anyone.
I do like the Ivy, but there are a few key things that need improvement.
First time dining as a family at The Ivy. Very impressed how child friendly the establishment was. Children's menu with good quality food that they were eager to eat. Our 7 year old loved the upmarket feel versus the usual chains families frequent.
We love The Ivy for special family meals. Our fussy children can always find something familar on the menu, and adults have a good choice of more exciting food. The dishes are tasty and made with fresh ingredients that are prepared with care, particularly the vegetables. The attentive staff always make it feel like a special occasion.
Came for an afternoon tea. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The restaurant felt a little cramped, we have been in an ivy before in Scotland and it was larger. The food was lovely.
My wife couldn’t have cream. But they provided a coconut cream instead. It was fantastic. We’d take a tub of that stuff home. Really nice food would go again.
Eliana “EllieMann” Mann
+5
We were celebrating a birthday. Although some of us had already been it was my first time. Fantastic atmosphere, very well decorated ( the ladies cloakroom is absolutely gorgeous ) Food was very well cooked and fresh, I had the steak and it was succulent and soft, Service was attentive and prestine, Highly recommended.
We dined in but table was outside on a freezing night. No one contacted me to say it was outside or left a message, even though I phoned and confirmed the reservation. In the end we sat at the bar which was fine. Waiter was excellent.
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