Best Gluten Free Restaurants in Chalfont St Giles

My five stars don’t get awarded easily, I can assure you! This was something to talk about. It’s only the second time in my life I’ve eaten food at a 2* Michelin chef’s establishment and I beg all readers to do it at least once. Do without, eat frugally, don’t buy birthday or Christmas presents, check down the back of the settee, beg or borrow, find the funds somehow, but go! Scallops that were sumptuous and meltingly tender, the aubergine main that held mystery and interest to the last and dessert was a drama in itself! As with the other time I ate so well, it was impossible to name any one ingredient in any of these offerings, so clever and skilled was the thought, experience and preparation. The service didn’t go unnoticed either, the perfect approach – professionalism, knowledge and a willingness to serve. We had a vegan in our party and she was served with choices adapted specially, beautifully and readily and swooned as much as any of the rest of us! I thank everyone of those involved for the memorable experience. Food is often forgotten once you’re out of the restaurant, not here. I can still conjure the exceptional array of flavours and textures. This lunch made my Christmas and has now started a tradition so expect us next year!

It’s not always easy being a vegan and dining at a restaurant that doesn’t specialise but tonight I was blown away by the quality of the food which was so flavourful. There wasn’t a huge amount of choice for me but I had the Asian salad and the plant based curry and they were bursting with flavourful ingredients. It’s just an annoyance that there were so many vegetarian dishes that could have so easily be veganised. All five of us enjoyed our meals, the service was great - as always - and the cocktails were scrumptious. It is such a shame that the side of Brussels sprouts had butter on them meaning I couldn’t have them, and I absolutely love them so had to miss out for the sake of substituting cow butter with plant butter. But all in all it was a lovely night out and The Ivy put on so many speciality Christmas foods and drinks. If you’re a meat eater you will love this place as the food choices are vast.

Great food. Very attentive waiting. Relaxed atmosphere.

Great ambience, superb food. A bit pricey but for the occassion in which we were celebrating it was money well spent.

This is a wonderful addition to Hatch End High Street. The size of the restaurant is a surprise for it looks like any other from outside but is quite big. The decor is plush. The food and service were excellent. Worth going with friends and family. Will come again soon.