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The Ivy, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent

The Ivy, Canterbury

4.4
4.4
177 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 112 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Charming
Located at the corner of The Parade & Rose Lane, just a stone's throw from the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral in the heart of the historic city centre, The Ivy Canterbury will feature a stylish bar, an inviting outdoor terrace, and an elegant private dining room. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 08:30–00:00 Mon, Sat, Sun 00:00–00:30 Sat, Sun 09:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    01227 647077
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Olsi Kraja
  • Private party facilities
    Ideal for celebrations, special occasions, birthdays and larger parties, The Private Room is a space where you and your loved ones can create memories to remember.
  • Area
    Canterbury
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Canterbury East Train Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu

    3 Jan 2025 - 13 Nov 2025
    Elevate your dining experience with our Lunch Set Menu. Embark on a culinary journey with our seasonal and classic dishes, and delight in two courses for £19.95 or three courses for £25.70 per person. The Menu is available Monday to Thursday from 11:30 till close and on Friday from 11:30-18:30.Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu photo
  • A Valentine’s Day to Remember

    12 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025
    Create your own love story and celebrate the season of love with our special three-course Valentine's Day Set Menu at £65 per person. Treat your significant other to an unforgettable dining experience and enjoy an array of seasonal dishes, including our divine 'Cupid's Love Heart ‘ dessert. Every couple will receive a limited-edition Forever Rose, a timeless memento and beautiful keepsake of your romantic celebration. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    A Valentine’s Day to Remember photo
  • Breakfast Set Menu

    GBP 17.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your mornings with our £17.95 breakfast set menu. Begin your day with a choice of refreshing smoothies and a tempting selection of pastries to start, accompanied by The Ivy Breakfast featuring all the classics. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Breakfast Set Menu photo

What 177 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Kent

    Most Booked

  • Canterbury

    Best Service

  • Canterbury

    Best Ambience

  • Canterbury

    Good for business meals

  • Canterbury

    Innovative

  • Canterbury

    Good for groups

  • Canterbury

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Canterbury

    Healthy

  • Canterbury

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Canterbury

    Great for fine wines

  • Canterbury

    Good for special occasions

  • Canterbury

    Lively

  • Canterbury

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy Canterbury offers a "beautifully decorated" venue with "exceptional service" and a "wonderful atmosphere." Guests appreciate "delicious food," with standout dishes including the festive menu and brunch options. While some reviews noted slow service and pricing concerns, the overall experience is "enjoyable" and "highly recommended" for special occasions.

177 Reviews
  1. Donna

    Kent

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, great experience but no time for pudding due to table time allotted

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  2. Katherine

    Kent

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice breakfast…only negative is coffee is never hot. Sent it back once and came out just as cool. I like hot coffee and this isn’t the place for that.

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  3. Gaynor

    Kent

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, very attentive, food was lovely, appetisers were very generous & the beef cheek special was delicious.

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  4. Richard

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very enjoyable lunch with excellent food, lovely ambience and atmosphere.

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  5. Jack

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unbeliveable and incredible food and service and the food came out within 20 minutes brilliant

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  6. Keven

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, the food, the staff and the general atmosphere was splendid 😊👌

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  7. Michele

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was Phoebe and she was excellent. She was attentive without being intrusive. It’s so great to have The Ivy in Canterbury and once inside you could be in London as it has all the same qualities that we love as the other Ivys.

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  8. Brian

    VIP

    Kent

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service, spoiled only the noise levels, even iWatch complaining of it.

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  9. Helen

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant is lovely. However our reason for going was a birthday celebration, which was not really acknowledged. The requested wine was not available and an alternative was not suggested. The food was good.

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  10. Amanda

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic all around .staff are so fantastic. Highly recommend

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FAQs

The Ivy, Canterbury is rated 4.4 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 112 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy, Canterbury

15 Parade, Canterbury, Kent CT1

Additional information

  • Area
    Canterbury
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 08:30–00:00 Mon, Sat, Sun 00:00–00:30 Sat, Sun 09:00–00:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Canterbury East Train Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Olsi Kraja
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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