The Ivy Asia, Chelsea

The Ivy Asia, Chelsea reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   L

   London1 review

   1.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   We had an awful experience at the Ivy Asia in Chelsea. Firstly the service was very slow, then the table next to us were told that there was an issue in the kitchen and they would not be receiving their food. They were very unhappy and because the tables were so close spent the entire meal telling us how unhappy they were. Throughout the meal different members of staff came to talk to them including the manager and it was not very relaxing at all and ruined what was meant to be a quiet and special meal for two and turned it into an uncomfortable experience. As soon as we were finished, we paid the bill and left. We were then walking down Kings Road and a member of staff wearing full Ivy Asia costume/uniform came running down the street, tapped me on the shoulder and shouted out in front of everyone that we had not paid our bill. I was so shocked and embarrassed to be confronted this way in the street. I had paid the bill just a few minutes before. I was very upset. I went back to restaurant and spoke to the manager about the way we had been treated and he just did not seem to care. He said sorry but did not seem to think it was a big deal and just wanted to get on with his days. Just an all round bad experience.
   

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   Alan

   London2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Sushi was a bit dry, I was expecting perfection for the prices! Staff were excellent, great service.
   

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   Sally VIP

   London19 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   In advance asked for a nice table for my son's birthday. Upon entering was given a small table right by the door... no point in them asking for any special requests if not taken into account. She moved us to another table but still way too small for 6 people and all the drinks and plates etc but food very good and most importantly Christian was amazing - he made the evening for us and had we had a more sensibly sized table and better welcome would have been 5 stars
   

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   Joanna

   London4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Ivy Asia Kings Road is divine . The food is incredible. The staff today fabulous . Our Waiter today first class . His attention to detail simply remarkable. Please let the Chefs know the food is utterly delicious .
   

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   Chase

   Central Coast4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The drinks were great here. Although the nigiri/sushi left a lot to be desired. The ambience was amazing and I would go there just for that.
   

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   Mark

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everybody was so welcoming and polite with us, we enjoyed a lot. Ambient was excellent and food really tasty. We ordered the dragon set menu and two non alcoholic cocktails. Everything was amazing!!
   

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   David

   London3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 20 April 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was excellent- but had a long wait for the simple popadom nibbles at the beginning of our meal.
   

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   Eric

   London5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 20 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have all been to restaurants that were great and then it all went wrong . Well, I am happy to say that Ivy Asia is consistently great . I live close by , subsequently I have dined at the Ivy's on the Kings Road since they opened . Keep up the good work !
   

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   Matt

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 19 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Expensive but it's what you expect in London - great experience for a special occasion. Would recommend the banquet.
   

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    Mark

    London15 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    The venue is well decorated but quite small and tight spaced. A nice buzzy vibe though. The service is very good and plenty of staff to attend to your needs Food is mixed. Some dishes were very good- like the crispy duck; but some were quite average - like the chicken green curry, and portions were quite small. Overall value is fair, and you really pay for the name, location and Instagram worthy photos. Go for the social aspect, not to sample tasty dishes,
    

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