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The Ivy, Canterbury, Canterbury, Kent

The Ivy, Canterbury

4.4
4.4
119 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 65 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, Sat, Sun 00:00–00:30 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 08:30–00:00 Sat, Sun 09:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    01227 647077
  • Website
    https://www.ivycollection.com/restaurants/the-ivy-canterbury-brasserie/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sean Burbidge
  • 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.
  • Location
    15 Parade, Canterbury, Kent CT1
  • 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

  • Boxing Day Brunch

    26 Dec 2024 only
    Whether you are continuing the Christmas celebrations or unwinding from the Festive period, our Boxing Day brunch menu will be sure to delight. Choose from a tempting selection of classic Ivy dishes with a Bloody Mary for £34.95 per person and enjoy the last of the festive ambience . Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Boxing Day Brunch photo

  • Festive Set Menu

    13 Nov 2024 - 2 Jan 2025
    Immerse yourself in the magic of the season with our Festive Set Menu. Enjoy two courses for £50 or three for £55 and delight in our show-stopping festive dishes, selection of fine wines and seasonal cocktails. Tables of 7+ must book our Group Festive Set Menu experience. Guests dining on our Festive set menu can choose between two or three courses for lunch, available from 11:30am - 6:30pm. For dinner, we offer a three-course option only, served from 6:30pm - Close. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Festive Set Menu photo

  • The Ivy Canterbury Festive Afternoon Tea

    GBP 33.75 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Beautifully presented in a three-tied stand and served with your choice of tea or coffee, The Ivy Afternoon Tea includes an assortment of freshly baked scones with rich clotted cream and strawberry preserve, a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, and dainty cakes and tarts, crafted with the finest ingredients. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    The Ivy Canterbury Festive Afternoon Tea photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 119 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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Kent

    Hot spot

  • Kent

    Most Booked

  • Canterbury

    Best Ambience

  • Canterbury

    Good for groups

  • Canterbury

    Hot spot

  • 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 in Canterbury offers a "beautiful atmosphere" with vibrant decor and is a "great addition" to the city's dining scene. Guests rave about the "excellent food" and "friendly, attentive staff." While service can be slow at times, the overall experience is "very enjoyable," making it a popular spot for celebrations.

119 Reviews

  1. Michael

    Kent

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely way to spend Christmas Eve,the service was warm,friendly and very attentive,the food excellent.We had a fantastic evening and look forward to our next visit.

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  2. Joseph

    Kent

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, outstanding bar service afterwards. Cocktails are great

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  3. Shaune

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely time. Everything was perfect. Food was excellent. Service great.

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  4. Debra

    Kent

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The waiter informed us they were short staffed as we had waited 20 mins for an additional hot drink. Some items were not what we ordered but lovely nonetheless. Not the usual service we normally receive here.

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  5. Veronica

    Kent

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service at the table was very good, food excellent, would definitely return

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  6. Jacqui

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was great, lovely dessert, CO2 with frozen yoghurt, much enjoyed. Waiting staff very attentive. Some of the guests had terrible manners.

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  7. Fabio

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous new eatery from the ivy chain. Amazing food always an enjoyable experience, well done Guys

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  8. Martin

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience . Can’t praise the staff enough

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  9. Jonathan

    Kent

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Welcomed warmly taken to our table and introduced to our waiter, service excellent . Food and drinks good but a bit expensive.

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  10. Fiona

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff, great food - brilliant bar manager - definitely worth a visit!

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FAQs

The Ivy, Canterbury is rated 4.4 stars by 119 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy, Canterbury

15 Parade, Canterbury, Kent CT1

Additional information

  • Area
    Canterbury
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sat, Sun 00:00–00:30 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 08:30–00:00 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
    Sean Burbidge
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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