The Ivy Chichester Brasserie in Chichester

Two of the meals arrived cold. Was really looking forward to this experience and thought the food was very middle of the road and overpriced....cold meals just not acceptable. Very very expensive for such a low standard..not going back.

The Ivy ….Excellent as always with exceptional leadership from the floor managers and attentive bar staff adding perfectly balanced wine and martini’s to the scrumptious kitchen creations .

Always a reliably good meal out. Great atmosphere with warm and helpful staff. Ideal for a date night or family celebration. Will definitely be coming back.

I was here for my 50th birthday family meal and the food and service were excellent!

Dropped in for lunch with my wife and we had a burger and a chicken Milanaise which were both pretty well executed and of good quality. The truffled sauce with the chicken was to my taste overpowering but it was served in a separate sauce boat so you could have as little or as much as you want. The chunky chips were nice and crisp and good sized portions. Sticky toffee pudding was also good but the amount of cream a bit on the stingy side as was the amount of pudding for the price. The wine list quite good but a bit overpriced. The decor is very nice and accompanied by a relaxed, up market ambience. I found the menu a bit quirky and finding a suitable dish for lunch a bit harder than it looked at first. Service was pretty good despite it being a very popular and hence busy venue. Overall however I thought the food and drinks overpriced for what you get but it was still a enjoyable, good quality meal.

Service was non-existent. The food was not good. The waiter did not listen to requests, food missing. Cakes very poor

Typical of The Ivy chain. Lovely decor, good atmosphere. 2 of us went for lunch midweek and it was pretty full, so reservations recommended. We ordered cocktails, some wine, starters and mains from the set lunch menu and dessert and coffee afterwards. We saw the bartender prepare the cocktails and they sat on a tray on the bar for some time. Meanwhile a waitress brought our starters which we asked to be returned to the kitchen whilst we finally enjoyed our drinks. The meal that followed was great, tasty and nicely presented. We then asked for our bill which took over 20 minutes to arrive as our waitress was dealing with a large group who appeared to have ordered all together but wanted to then split their bill to pay for exactly what they had! Frustrating for us but not really the restaurant's fault. A 12.5% service charge was added automatically. I don't like this trend and feel it should be left to the customer's discretion. Overall a pleasant lunch, with a couple of hiccups. Perhaps not the special experience we have had at other Ivy locations.

The Ivy Chichester was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was superb. The elegant surroundings made for a perfect lunch. The service was exceptional, every member of the staff being both attentive and friendly, adding a personal touch to the overall experience. The attention to detail in all aspects was truly impressive from the presentation of the food to the ambiance of the restaurant. Each dish we tried was not only delicious but beautifully crafted, reflecting the high standards they uphold. I loved every moment of it and can’t wait to return!

Great birthday dinner with awesome service from Hannah . Loving the chilled lager glasses . My daughter was very happy .

Beautiful dining experience! We chanced upon The Ivy while in Chichester for the weekend and seeing the positive Google reviews, decided to give it a go. It was quite a busy (and rainy) day when we went, so perhaps that’s why service was on the slow side but everyone was always friendly and very welcoming. We found the prices and portions very reasonable, food was delicious and beautifully presented too. Definable a place to return to!

The food was nice but the service was very slow. There were 5 of us and we were in here over 2.5 hours, on a Monday evening. Our starters came out before the drinks which was 15-20 minutes from ordering. The bill was incorrect and I have no idea how because we all had the set menu. We came for a birthday celebration and had added a note to the booking about this but nothing was done until we asked which was disappointing. All round the poor service experience outweighed the food and atmosphere. I would not rush back.

Reliably constant in food and service. Always atreat when we visit Chichester.

Not been to Chi Ivy before (London restaurant is a different atmosphere). Pleasant and quirky decor... very nicely done. Great service - almost too quick. It wasn't busy, but they got us in and out pdq. My host hadn't finished her meal but nearly had it whipped away! The food quality was excellent - hot, fresh, pleasantly presented, and lightening fast. V expensive.... limited zero alcoholic beverages.

Food quality is consistent and the service has always been good.

I booked dinner at The Ivy Chichester for our 5th wedding anniversary. I've never had a bad meal/experience and have visited 4 locations so far. As expected, this was yet another fabulous evening. The team went above & beyond. Service was impeccable and they made the occasion feel even more special buy wishing us a happy anniversary with a lovely little pudding as an extra treat. We felt very well looked after. The food & drinks were so yummy. Atmosphere was perfect. It was a busy Friday night but didn't feel it as the service was speedy yet very attentive. Thank you very much for such a lovely evening! We will be back.

Amazing restaurant,excellent service,really good food.....love it

Absolutely beautiful place to meet family or friends in such an amazing restaurant.

The Ivy is an awesome 🙌 restaurant. Food, service & atmosphere were brilliant.

On Thursday I had a surprise birthday lunch here with a friend .absolutely beautiful place with gorgeous foods and amazing staff .topped off with a free little cake with a candle 🕯 I highly recommend the ivy for any occasion and will certainly be going back here ..thank you so much for a lovely experience 💕

Great food with brilliant service

Superb food and excellent staff , accomidating

This is a perfect place for a special occasion or for a get together with friends. Loved it.

Great breakfast deal - gorgeous settings - fun with friends 😁

Delicious food. Friendly and attentive staff but not suffocating. Great decor. Very faint background music which is excellent. You won’t be shouting to each other. I cannot bear loud music in restaurants, it is totally unnecessary. The Ivy know this so no loud music here.

The Ivy Chichester offers a delightful dining experience that combines elegance with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Situated in the heart of Chichester, the restaurant's stunning decor features lush greenery and stylish furnishings, creating a chic yet comfortable environment. The menu is diverse, showcasing a blend of classic British dishes and international flavors. From hearty brunch options to sophisticated dinner choices, each dish is beautifully presented and made with high-quality ingredients. The truffle risotto and the seafood linguine stand out for their rich flavors and generous portions. The dessert selection is equally impressive; the chocolate bombe is a must-try for any sweet tooth. Service at The Ivy is attentive and friendly, with staff well-versed in the menu and eager to provide recommendations. This adds to the overall experience, making guests feel valued and well-cared for. However, the restaurant can be on the pricier side, which may not suit all budgets, particularly for casual dining. Reservations are recommended, as it tends to be popular, especially during weekends. Overall, The Ivy Chichester successfully combines ambiance, quality food, and excellent service, making it a perfect spot for special occasions or a leisurely meal with friends. Whether you’re looking for a vibrant brunch or an elegant dinner, The Ivy delivers an enjoyable experience that leaves a lasting impression.

Yep a return visit after our last date was derailed by a hospital consultant. And back at our Favourite, Table #6 Three of our party opted for your famous Shepherds' Pie. As good as ever, on this occasion twinned with Spinach and Broccoli. As the late Michael Winner would say, "Historic" was the only suitable way to describe the Spinach. Absolutely gorgeous. Desserts were again centred around the Chocolate Bombes. With one divergence towards a Creme Brulee with Espresso. Another inspired concoction. Hayling Seagoon

Absolutely 💯 Brilliant Restaurant and everything is top notch service excellent food quality too.

The online booking system was easy, but we were happy to be reassured that the suggested time limit for our table would not matter. When asked, our delightful host, Abbie, simply cast her eyes around the fairly quiet restaurant and beamed a smile that said, "No worries." Abbie was a delight and rose to the occasion of our special date. She was genuinely excited when I asked for a surprise cocktail and delivered her favourite. Mentioning that it was similar to the Porn Star Martini, it took no more than a look and a wink to order the same for my darling as another secret surprise. Our meal was a wonder, and we were especially impressed by the careful preparation and confirmation of our important gluten-free requirements. It was a very nice touch when I stupidly knocked the table and spilt both of our last glasses of wine, and Abbie responded immediately by serupticiously ordering us replacements on the house. Thanks Abbie. Xx

Two amazing lunches in the past month ... superb food, great service and a lovely buzz! Try the spicy kebabs with a coconut and coriander sauce, green beans and almonds and maybe chips to share, yum! We shared the cheese board and then shared the cheese board, all superb. We went for the house white wine as the wine is annoyingly over-priced but were very happy with the Portuguese white!

Rare Lunchtime treat for my wife and I.

The Ivy was a delightful experience for a double birthday celebration, restaurant well presented, clean, atmosphere lovely, staff attentive and friendly, food absolutely delicious. Very accommodating. Highly recommend.

Ok, it's a chain. But probably one of the nicest chains on the high street.

Highly recommend the succulent lamb rump with a red wine rus & garnish Matched with a nice cloudy bay pinot noir Overall excellent dining experience, matched with a nice ambiance. With some sublime cocktails post dinner Thank you for excellent Hospitality

The food is absolutely delicious and worth every penny. I went with my wife on Goodwood revival weekend in the evening and it was very busy so service was understandably a bit slow but our server was attentive, very friendly and gave us some nibbles while we waited. The décor is beautiful and full of character with everything very clean

I went here Tuesday lunch. We arrived at 12.00 staff were very smiley but not genuine. We waited until 1.10 for our one course. Which was on the specials. No one caught your eye, but when I complained very politely. It was just oh apologies. Take off wine & bread. It was my friends first time never again. Mine no more, dreadful they rest on the name, without commitment. All show & uniforms. Shallow.

Went to The Ivy for breakfast, was amazing, fantastic staff, lovely food, now planning to return for another family breakfast.

Wow what a beautiful colourful restaurant. Atmosphere is 100% Our waitress did a good friendly job. Will come again

This was a wonderful place to celebrate our wedding anniversary!! As soon as we arrived, the service was amazing a lovely welcome. We sat at the bar for a drink and then was shown to a our table. The waitress immediately came and introduced herself and left us to perus the menu. Wow what can I say the food was beautiful presented and tasted great. We sat at our table for over 2 and a half hours and no pressure to leave. Well done and we will be back!!!

Absolutely stunning decor.....great food Can't wait to go back

Clarification for the public: If you get a response from the manager asking to email for further assistance you will get no response. It’s just for optics, apparently! Not interested! Food was great, high quality and well presented. Drinks are on the expensive side. Service was attentive but one thing spoiled it all, a young waitress with black under the nails serving food. Managers need to pay attention to these things. Oh, and teach them how to open wine professionally.

My sister arranged for us to have tea at the Ivy, it was to celebrate my birthday and to have a day out with our mother. The table was booked online and it was noted this was for a birthday. When we arrived we were asked whose birthday was being celebrated, and we told the staff member. After the tea and food were delivered no-one came to our table to check everything was okay. The tea was nice and the cakes and sandwiches were nice but the service was seriously lacking. My sister told two members of staff, separately , after we had finished our tea that it was a birthday celebration and no-one had brought a cake or said Happy Birthday, but there response was "sorry". Neither person made any attempt to correct the situation and were indifferent. It was a disappointing visit to the Ivy, and even more disappointing customer care.

Came for afternoon tea. It was fantastic, and the service was amazing and very attentive, albeit a couple of hiccups.

Excellent service, wonderful tasty food

What a place. Very very friendly staff but a lot of them and despite that, very slow service. Table booked at 7.30pm few guests arrived late 7.50pm food wasn't served until 9.20pm then there were certain additions missing. Aside from that the atmosphere was great. The birthday girl had a treat and usbgirls spent some time together so all round it was OK

Thank you to the barman who made us some amazing rum cocktails.

Pleasant lunch. Service was attentive. Food was very good but not outstanding.

Great place, although I did have a dead fly in my food. However the staff were very quick to bring out new food and took this off the bill.

Five stars all round. Should have stayed longer as the two pubs we tried after were closed by 9:30pm. No Sunday drinking pre-Bank Hol Monday (August).

The team is amazing always welcome you like family, from the moment you walk in. Food is great and the best bar staff team ever. Is our favourite place to go.

Great place for the ambience, food, and service. Went with a small group of friends. We were well looked after by the friendly staff. Our breakfasts were very tasty and well cooked. Great time had by all.

Excellent meal fantastic service Maria 1st class service

Another lovely meal at the Ivy in Chichester having previously visited the Ivy in Windsor. Good selection of starters, mains and desserts. Would definitely recommend for a special occasion.

A well presented examples of a restaurant in the decoration and standard that one should expect to see. Vast menu dishes were also a welcome site. The food was of a good standard and presented well. The wine was of varying prices so pay attention to what you are ordering. The service was nicely paced and didn’t feel that I was rushed at all. Overall, a good experience. Parking was a little difficult as the restaurant is in the high street but don’t let that put you off. Take time to walk and enjoy the summer!

Amazing food, staff were outstanding.

Great lunch in fab surroundings. Enjoyed their special two course deal and added a dessert.

Beautifully decorated restaurant, we had such a lovely time, good food

Food was average but service and ambiance were fantstic

Had a lovely cocktail with my cousin Sally.

The tea took 45 minutes to appear. The reason, we asked for non gelatine cakes and vegetarian sandwiches.

Went for grandaughters birthday breakfast - good food lovely setting and good service - 👌

Lovely experience in The Ivy, Chichester. Food was incredible and the service was fantastic. My wife and I have already booked to go back. Highly recommend!

Over charged and under serviced. Supervisor was good in apologising.

Great atmosphere & terrific/ delicious food, service was attentive, but rather than serving next to the customer, reaching over the table, same for clearing the table, we thought that was slightly unpleasant. The wine 🍷 glasses are rather unusual.

A very comfortable place to have breakfast and the staff are very helpful.The plants are great.

Ivy always very well presented and food of the expensive best. They should really temper the obsequious and insincere service though.

If you are ever in Chichester please go to The Ivy! The food & service will not disappoint, and I am a big fan of the interior 😍😍. I also love the busy but vibrant atmosphere!

Lovely lunch at the Ivy with my daughter and my grandson's partner. Great service, atmosphere and food was delicious, especially the chocolate bomb dessert. Can't wait to go again.

All fur coat and no knickers. Food cost is top whack with average quality. 6 olives for 5.95! £24 for a main which needs a side that is £5. The worst part was the glacial service. 1.5 hours before mains served. £30 for the cheapest bottle of wine. You get the idea.

Love visiting different Ivy restaurants. First visit to the Chichester one & it was fab. Beautiful decor & atrium. Food was just delicious. 10/10!

Excellent atmospheric excellent staff delicious food what more could one want!

Great food, wonderful surroundings and atmosphere. Excellent service.

I visited the Ivy Chichester recently as a special treat for my daughter and as always the food and service was excellent. BUT ....... we were placed in the room right at the back and it was SO COLD in there which very much spoiled the evening for me and of course very quickly made my delicious plate of hot food cold. I did say to the waitress that the room was cold (and I wasn't the only person to make that comment), but for me having been to The Ivy just a few times I was very disappointed. Also the chairs which we were sitting on are no where near as comfortable as the main dining area, so I was cold and uncomfortable. So for me what was supposed to be a special evening was ruined. Written by Chris Widman not Sophie

The food was nice and reasonably priced, service was quite regimental, efficient but lacked personality

Central location in heart of shopping area. Great decor and slick, rather than personal service. Quite busy for breakfast but this didn't detract, although there was a delay getting attention to ask for the bill. Nice well cooked breakfast with fresh ingredients that had flavour. I never understand why the beans come in a mini-saucepan, unnecessary. Otherwise a good place to visit for a good quality experience.

Nice place. Only went in to have cocktails, they were nothing special.

The food was superb as was the service. If you look at the cost of eggs Royale or Benedict at your average cafe in Chichester the price is not much more but the atmosphere is far more pleasant. Eggs Royale was lovely. A lovely Bloody Mary extra spicy blew the cobwebs away. Finished off with a huge plate of cheese and Biccys, that was lovely. Some lovely well thought about cheese with grapes and really nice whole grain crackers and very good tasty grapes. A pot of really good coffee and cream…I am a coffee snob and this pot of coffee beats any other coffee I have had In Chichester. A really relaxed and nice brunch. Staff as ever as you’d expect from the brand were attentive but not annoying . Polite and courteous. Thanks all.

Lovely place not overpriced,nice decor

Booked ivy for first time and waited over 40 mins for first drink asked waiter who didn’t come back to me with reply asked second waitress still no drinks Lots of staff doing nothing everyone but our table had drinks ahead of us very very poor customer service and I will never recommend to anyone or go back for another try absolutely appalling for a world famous restaurant

Ivy is pretty consistent and thankfully so. Food and service were good.

Fresh meal and very friendly service.We will be definitely visit again soon.Thank you very much Ivy

Walked out as the woman at the front was really rude. No service as we were ignored.

Didn’t expect much but wow! Fab interior. Amazing service. Very professional and attentive. Beautiful bread and olives to start. Awesome food. My friend had a lovely ink pasta seafood dish. Beautiful bottle of Chablis. I had the halloumi salad which was delicious. Will definitely be back!

First time in. Can't fault it. Great for pre or post theatre dinner.

Terrible service, sat and waited outside for 5mins, eventually given a Brunch menu, waited another 10mins to place an order, I spoke to a waitress walking past she totally ignored me, 3 people came in after us and were served pretty much straight away, got fed up with being ignored so we got up to leave and informed another waitress that we wouldn't stay because of the terrible service and to inform the manager, maybe we didn't seem the type of clientele the Ivy would like ( I was wearing shorts ) but personally I believe my pound coin has the same value as anybody else's... I won't be going back

First visit for a birthday brunch with family. The birthday profiterole was a nice touch! We'll definitely come again.

Amazing place from staff , food will be back very soon recomended always to family etc .

Fabulous first time experience a feast for the eyes with its art deco even in the washrooms. pics taken galore. Food so tasty signature Shepherds pie plus the steak. Staff very helpful and friendly.Looking forward to hopefully visiting again as the cream tea looked awesome. Thank you for a fantastic experience.

We celebrated my brother's birthday here. I suppose I am obligated to confess to being skeptical before we arrived. I'm not a restaurant chain or franchise person typically. Well, we had a great time. Food, service and wine were all good. I loved the decor as well. A return visit is in order.

Great atmosphere but they had ran out of filet steak by 8pm Friday evening. The waitress was good but when we mentioned it to the front of house on our departure, she was very dismissive, borderline rude. The Prawn & Lobster cocktail was bland a watery but the Sirloin steak was ok. Not a patch on the Ivy at Oxford

Maria was the best server I’ve ever had at any restaurant. She was attentive and considerate of all our needs, handled our allergies with respect and care, and made us feel at ease. I’m not normally a massive fan of The Ivy, but Maria stole the show and made it a lovely evening out!

I had never been into this restaurant on a weekend evening before , preferring lunchtime or late afternoon to dine. This Friday evening the restaurant was buzzing with tons of atmosphere and certainly lively no doubt due to the FESTIVAL OF SPEED at nearby Goodwood. I ordered steak tartare as a starter, followed by Tempura Prawns and Calamari. Steak and Tempura Prawns were superb but the Calamari was overcooked with too much batter. Dessert was an open flat bed pastry apple tart with vanilla ice cream doused in a flamed calvados. This was surprisingly good, but really did not need a flaming calvados addition. I ordered a Negroni which did not really meet my taste bud approval, purely because it was the wrong colour making me think it lacked correct quantities of spirits.( I have been drinking Negroni for about 50 years, long before it became a fashionable go-to, so I am somewhat familiar to its taste ). Having said all of the above, the overall atmosphere in the restaurant was superb and our waitress was so wonderful, she went out of her way to really make us feel welcome and relevant. I like the menu for its variety and the quality is 8.5/10. Well worth a visit.

We popped in for a mid-morning snack and coffee. We were a bit late because it was too near the lunchtime service. However, we were accommodated. We sat in the window and all three waitresses Loran, Amy and another, sadly don't have her name found us the last servings of delicious croissants and scones. Welcome hostesses always lovely and cheerful. Great place.

Very excellent and the food is very good

Excellent meal, great atmosphere, staff very attentive.

We had a wonderful experience with our waitress Lauren who made our booking so much fun and welcoming

Excellent lunch, fantastic service, lovely atmosphere. Would recommend.

Decent restaurant for the area, atmosphere has a vibrant feel, food is consistent and well considered, drinks service was a bit slow at times but cocktails do take a while to make.

I loved it here. Just everything about it. The decor is fab. It was a lovely evening so we sat outside but would sit inside in future as not a lot to see unless you're looking in the direction of the cross. Monday to Wednesday there's a set menu which is good value for money.

Decor is so nice but does it make up for the food? Pancakes below average just a ton of yogurt, mini pastries naff.. good mocha

Stopped for cocktails. Very nice if somewhat expensive! Service was good and attentive.