The Ivy Oxford Brasserie in Oxford

Very expensive, especially the bread and chips. It's the little things that add up.

Had superb lunch and couldn't fault! Would definitely recommend 👌

Amazing restaurant! Cosy atmosphere! Attentive and polite staff. Food delicious. Stunning decoration. Loved everything! Highly recommend.

Absolutely love this place for breakfast, brunch, drinks or dinner. Service is great and the atmosphere is very welcoming. The quality of the food is always impeccable.

I love the Ivy restaurant and the Oxford one remains one of the best in that city. Food is always consistently good as well as the service. It gets quite busy so booking is almost essential

Since the first couple of years ago, it appears that customers have been heard and so portion sizes increased, though not at the expense of quality. For all visits, food has tasted wonderful, though the steak felt a little small on the first visit. Extra garnishes on the plate, such as mixed vegetables, contribute to the dishes immensely. Dishes such as the chicken milanese leave you feeling full and satisfied.

Justin and Yulia were so lovely and attentive, it's the first time I feel like it's totally worth paying a service charge! The food was so good as well and not super expensive. We were so full after the brunch, couldn't finish everything actually. We also got lil dessert because we were celebrating my partner's new job! We'll definitely be back 👍🏼 Update: We went back to celebrate my birthday and we were served by Camille, also super friendly and attentive! We had a great afternoon tea! It was not refillable but there was a looot of food so we left very full!

I went to visit for an anniversary dinner and it was mixed. Positives: Food was great and the service was great. Defo recommend if you want a good meal with quality services. Toilets were nice Negatives: I got stabbed with a pen by the waiting staff, they did apologise but it hurt and it was not very pleasant. Tables far to close together, you may as well be eating with people on your table. Toilets are in a very bad location you are constantly having to juggle with a very busy back area plus it’s easy to lose your way back to the restaurant after coming out the bathroom. I wanted to order the Mother’s Day menu but when we arrived I was told we had to book specifically but no one told us that when we booked so that was disappointing. I probably wouldn’t come back to this Ivy, but I’m glad to have visited.

We had lunch and the only decent thing we had were the drinks. The atmosphere and service are great but the roast was terrible. It wasn’t a roast chicken but pieces that were roasted, potatoes tasted as if they were fried and the veg were Not great. Even the gravy wasn’t nice. The children’s menu is ridiculously priced and portioned. We left and went for ice creams. Will definitely not go back unless it is to drink. Grossly overpriced for the quality (lack thereof).

Thought we would treat ourselves for an early supper while shopping. Venue is very nice and very much as you would expect for the Ivy. Unfortunately that’s where anything good ends. Had to go to the bar myself after waiting for the waiter to bring me the right drinks that we had ordered but any apology or correct drinks didn’t arrive. We were sharing one meal and asked for two plates but only one plate turned up. Took so long to bring me a plate I used my bread plate. Food was very average and no service asking if we were happy or would like more drinks. More food or desert never happened. The waiter took the service charge off from our bill without being prompted or me even suggesting it .. but that isn’t why we went to the IVY.

Good food, pleasant surroundings, good service.

We visited The Ivy in Oxford for a pre theatre dinner, having enjoyed meals in other branches. The restaurant is tastefully decorated and spacious, and there is a good choice of food and drinks, and there was a great atmosphere.. Our meal as tasty and well- presented, although perhaps not as good as we have had in other Ivy restaurants. As other reviewers have noted, service was very slow all the way through our meal.

Beautiful surrounding, amazing food and excellent service! Just perfect!

Fantastic last minute lunch. Great ambience food can’t fault. Services was 5 star thanks to Torin who worked his nuts off. Top man

Have visited the Cambridge restaurant, which is very nice. However, Oxford was tremendous. From the moment that we walked everyone was so friendly. Very attentive and helpful. The food was timely and very tasty. quite expensive but worth it for an excellent experience. The ambiance was great. At no time do you feel rushed. Definitely hope to visit again

Fabulous food and a really superb service by our server Lucy who went above and beyond to make us feel so very welcome! Excellent experience all round and can’t wait to visit again with friends next time we’re in Oxford

Popped in for lunch and what a wonderful surprise this restaurant was. Fantastic food. Fantastic service. We will be back!

We had a lovey afternoon tea with my friend. The staff were very nice and helpful and everything from the cakes, scones, tea, was spot on.

My Birthday treat ! Lovely venue, food was delicious. Expensive, but was expecting that. The quality of the food justified the price.

We visited this upmarket chain restaurant for lunch. We enjoyed the food and the friendly but professional service. However, the tables are close together. Unfortunately for us the neighbouring table was very loud. This was not a problem as we spoke to the waiter and finished our wine at the bar.

Wonderful atmosphere and service - a great experience! The food was ok - I had the crispy duck salad - quite interesting. We also had the Ivy burger (dry) and the fish and chips (ok). I did expect that for all the hullabaloo about this place the food would be over the top but it was just ok. The restaurant itself was beautiful and a cool vibe and overall glad we went.

Great food, fast service, lovely experience

Great service and great good. Not far from the high street. Breakfast are excellent, plenty of option. Service is top notch, very welcoming and happy to accommodate any changes needed to suit your taste. Decorations is very nice. Will definitely visit Ivy Brasserie again to try other item on the menu.

A perfect experience! The place is very nicely decorated and feels inviting. The menu is on the expensive side but has a lot of good choices (including vegetarian options) and the portions are quite large. I had the Milanese escalope, it was perfectly cooked and served with an amazing truffle sauce! The extensive drink menu offers a wide variety of cocktails, wines, champagnes and non-alcoholic beverages. I recommend the violet and lavender cocktail which was sweet and refreshing. Finally, they have a large desert selection. I had the chocolate bomb: vanilla ice-cream covered with a chocolate dome which they melt with hot caramel. It was delicious and very filling, I recommend sharing one. Overall I had a great experience and would come again for a nice occasion.

Best fish & chips I've ever tasted! Very nice restaurant decorated in art deco style Friendly and prepared staff Honest prices Absolutely worth trying

Had afternoon tea here. Very well cared for. Nice and cozy interior. Service was friendly, but we had to wait a long time for the bill...

Lovely time at the Ivy for my grandad’s 80th! We had the private dining room and the service was exceptional! I’m not sure on the bartenders/waiters names but they were brilliant. The food was generally really tasty, they had great vegan options and were very accommodating for food intolerances and allergies.

Wonderful lunch, attentive staff, great food and convenient location

The food was as expected, perfect 👌.

There's always something special about going to the Ivy. This visit was no different. Whether it's the service, the delicious food, or the decor every time we've been it hits it's mark. Coats collected at door, daughter welcomed and engaged by staff (it was half term). Both concierges had a chat with her making her feel very important!! Food was delicious. We took reccomendations, had arancini and fried courgette starters, then burger and fishcake, desert was creme brulee and the chocolate Ivy Bombe which my daughter loved to see melt! Little one had Pasta, and the chocolate Sundae, she loved the Candyfloss and popping Candy! She asked just yesterday could we go again, so gets her vote!! A lovely experience, can't wait to do it again!

Lovely breakfast and great service

We had a lovely evening as we spent our valentine's dinner at The Ivy. We are lucky enough to celebrate our anniversary on Valentines and although we didn't opt in for the valentine's menu, we were treated with a complimentary rose for my partner and a delicious dessert for our special occasion. It would have been 5 star but for the moment where I was called back into the restaurant because they charged me the wrong amount and it needed rectifying.

We went as guests recently on at Saturday afternoon for lunch. It’s a lovely place to meet friends and enjoy a relaxed afternoon. We were looked after by good and very patient staff. Unfortunately, I didn’t think it appropriate to take foodie pictures, as I normally would, being someone’s guests, so no pictures sadly. Firstly, I would definitely recommend the kir Royal, although I think we had a few too many over our extended lunch, but they were so nice! The food was ok, it didn’t blow me away and the vegetarian and vegan options were a little boring I thought. Our friends recommend the Shepherd’s Pie, which looked nice and they enjoyed it. What I did love though was the sourdough bread, which was amazing. It was served as a whole round loaf and warm with gorgeous salty butter and olives, best thing ever. I must admit we did languish at our table chatting all afternoon; way over the time allotted and 5hrs later we were asked to vacate, although nobody was waiting for our table, but I suppose they wanted to relay for the evening. I love the decor of the Ivy, I’ve been to a few around the country and this one in Oxford is lovely. Thank you to the staff we had a lovely visit.

From the beginning when I first walked into the restaurant everything was spot on. The staff were very welcoming and the decorations were really nice. I only had the Sunday chicken roast as I had no time for starters and the chicken was cooked to perfection. Service was excellent.

Had such a great time here! Service by Sanchit in particular was a highlight - super nice and made the evening.

Gorgeous place with excellent service

Wonderful environment. Great steak with cream sauce. Fried fish should be more crispy. Loved this place. Server and the bartender was kind.

We have always had a lovely meal and great service when visiting.

This is a beautiful space and the host was welcoming despite our casual attire. The wait staff was extremely professional and reasonably attentive but also stuffy and somewhat uptight and snobby. The five of us each ordered starters, mains courses, and sides. Only one out of five of us enjoyed their dishes. The food was amazingly bland and the portions were slightly small. That goes for the starters, mains courses, and sides. Fwiw, they serve diet coke. I appreciate that they did not rush us out and only cleared the table after we had all finished our meals. I can't imagine returning only because the food was so bland, especially for such an upscale place.

Solid and reliable Brasserie food. Service attentive. Location perfect for central Oxford and the covered market.

Had a wonderful experience. The ambiance was good, food was great and the service was impeccable. Shout out to Rahul, the hospitality was top notch.

Reliable service and good quality food and drinks. We visited the Ivy without a reservation; however, we were seated immediately.Greeted at the door by courteous staff. The staff here are well trained and very attentive. The head waiter made sure everything with our meal was ok and frequently asked if we had any needs.Food was served in a reasonable time.We ordered fish and chips, shepherd's pie, zucchini, truffle arancini, and a vegan burger.All good with food, fresh and hot. Will be back next time in central Oxford. There is a discretionary 12.5 percent service charge.

A terrible experience with an arrogant butler who ruined our whole experience. Too bad we didn't get his name - as this fine place deserves to hear how some of their staff treat their guests with scorn and ridicule!!

We had a Valentine's Menu in the evening with Chicken Milanese and steak. The venue is gorgeous, the service was second to none but the food was nothing to write songs about. It was okay but not necessarily great :)

A good Ivy. The staff were very friendly and the food was mostly great. Obviously overpriced but that’s to be expected at an Ivy. Oddly empty and quiet which may have something to do with those prices, especially in a university city.

Just celebrated my birthday here, the staff were amazing! Food was amazing 👏

James was a terrific waiter - all staff were lovely! Had a happy time.

I had the pleasure of being served by Emilija at Ivy Restaurant in Oxford, and I must say she truly made my dining experience unforgettable. From the moment we sat down, Emilija’s warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care made us feel like VIPs. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, offering excellent recommendations that suited our tastes perfectly. Her friendly demeanor and impeccable service throughout the meal went above and beyond. Emilija made our evening extra special, and I will definitely be returning, hoping to have her serve us again. Highly recommend her and Ivy Restaurant for an exceptional experience!

Fabulous food and excellent service but totally spoiled by allowing a party with 6 young children to make lots of noise as the kids ran amok. If you're paying £75 a head for a celebratory meal you don't want to have it in the middle of a McDonald's kids' party. If we (ever) go back to the Ivy we'll make sure to demand a table well away from any children.

It is amazing you should go there

We had the Rendang duck curry and Chicken Milanese, and both were delicious! The duck was flavorful and well-spiced, with a generous portion. The chicken was nicely cooked, and the accompanying sauce was very tasty. For dessert, we had the crème brûlée, which was perfectly light and enjoyable. The staff was incredibly polite and attentive, making our experience even better. I will definitely be coming back!

Lovely place for a perfect get together. Good portions for the price and the ambience is just wonderful.

Usual good food . Great service. Lovely building

Had afternoon tea for a special occasion. Food was out of this world and the staff friendly and attentive.

Nice food service and atmosphere. They also gave birthday treat cake to my daughter

Atmosphere is very nice but the food was okay.

Visiting on a day trip, I was well looked after ! The sirloin steak, selection of salads, selection of wines, beautiful crème brûlée and lovely staff and service all came into play. Very much enjoyed. Thank you for your service today, and for not ignoring solo diners. I take pride in going out alone and enjoying nice restaurants, as someone who works them myself. Thank you Ivy Brasserie Oxford - if I am ever around here again I will be back ! ❤️ Photo taken of me on my visit from lovely bar lady !

The atmosphere, service and food are nice. I liked the creme brulle dessert the most.

Quality for your money, and honestly it's not much more expensive than most pub food today so it's a win for me

We went to The Ivy Brassiere Oxford again today, to celebrate our 16th Wedding anniversary. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was great and the service just amazing, overall the perfect visit. Our favourite restaurant, can't wait to visit again. Special mention for our waitress Lucy, just the best waitress I have experienced: attentive, helpful, friendly and a massive asset to this resturant.

A very comfortable meal, a very comfortable time, you can enjoy delicious food in a beautiful atmosphere!

Went for afternoon tea for a friend's birthday party. I am gluten intolerant so had different food items allocated to me so can't comment on the regular afternoon tea items. Staff was nice and kind. The first issue was that my coffee mug was dirty, with the previous drink's residue and coffee staining obviously there on the bottom. I didn't say anything and quietly cleaned it myself as I didn't want to make a fuss at my friend's party. Then came the food. My bread was so dry, I could only eat one. I gave my partner the other sandwich and he agreed it was the driest bread (even for gluten-free) that he'd ever tasted. The "brownies" were as hard as stone and impossible to cut with a knife. The only other cake provided was the scones which were actually lovely. The equivalent dessert to what my friends had on the gluten free menu was the frozen berries. Why were they frozen? So I asked the waited this time if I could have them microwaved and warmed, which he very kindly did, but said they were supposed to be frozen. Why? Don't ask me.... The place had a lovely atmosphere, no doubt there. However, I found the gluten free afternoon tea extremely disappointing and believe it needs huge improvements to be made as I personally wouldn't recommend it. For over £30, the quality of the food I was served left a lot to be desired.

Came for afternoon tea very good food 3pm booking didn't get tea until 4pm ordered glass champagne which ch took 20mins to be served afternoon tea eventually came which was excellent. Not rushed to go at all which was lovely dietary food was taken care of. Only thing service charge bumped up the price was not offered option of getting giving a tip. Young man that served us was excellent just the food and drink coming out of kitchen having said that will come again to dine just with service charge but bumped price up to £55 .00 each and for pensioners seemed a little high.

Having been here before an enjoyed the food, service and and atmosphere. My self my wife travelled down from Wolverhampton to meet our 2 close who friends who travelled up from Hampshire for catch up. Sadly the experience was the opposite of our first time, the service and food was average at best which made it well over priced for what we received. The staff were friendly but well under trained( didn’t even know how to serve wine correctly) My starter was a nice soufflé but my burger main was dry and woeful, and the rest of our group said there food was very average and could have got just has good if not better in a pub. Then they want to charge you a discretionary 12.5% service charge, which we asked a slightly shocked waitress them to remove. All in all it was was very underwhelming meal. This restaurant could do with training there staff to the standard of the Ivy in Birmingham

The atmosphere, ambiance and courtesy of the staff continues to be excellent here, but unfortunately the food was disappointing on our latest visit. Ordered zucchini fritti for the table, and whilst the portion was generous, they were very soggy and didn't really taste of anything. My main (half chicken) was all right, but the thigh part was very slimy and quite unpleasant to eat. I wanted to feed back about the food but didn't want to come across like I wanted it re-cooked, or was trying to get the meal comped, so was hoping I could mention it when we were asked. Unfortunately nobody checked back on us, or asked how it was when the table was cleared, nor were we asked how it was even when paying the bill. So a little frustrating to have been slightly forgotten about, and a shame to spend quite a bit on a meal that was quite unappealing.

Expensive place, food is ok for the price but not amazing. Very limited choice of meat dishes. Staff not as attentive as we would have liked We had to wait a long time for a table and we weren't made aware there was any waiting time.

Went there many times for dinner. Exeptional service. Food is very good. ambience is good. Location is nice. Feel good restaurant expensive but if experience is good. Than money doesn’t matter. My partner loves to go there often.

Lovely way to treat a family birthday celebration. Great food, however table service last night was poor.Brought out our mains when our table had not been cleared of starter plates. Salt pot was empty plus it wasn't exactly over busy.

Lovely lunch Standard and great price for food

Over the top décor and a menu with both European and Asian offerings. Lovely staff. Tables are a little close together, but it wasn't too busy at lunch.

Absolutely stunning restaurant, not our first time going but for our anniversary and we were greeted with nothing but friendliness. The food was stunning, we had chicken skewers, lobster linguini, shepherd's pie & the "special occasion" chocolate bomb, all we're beautifully cooked. A great botanical atmosphere which feels fresh but not overly cluttered, some of the table positions can be tricky to navigate when going to use the facilities especially near the bar but nothing uncomfortable. Just make sure to give way to staff coming from the kitchens located in the same area. We spent nearly £100pp for food & drinks but we felt you got what you paid for in portion size & quality.

15% service charge, that surprising me.

My Daughter treated me for Xmas Lovely food Excellent service Lovely atmosphere Will definitely return. Nothing was too much trouble

We went here for a late lunch when in Oxford! We had the Duck Salad and Mozarella for Starter and the Blackened Cod and Chicken Milanese for main - we were not disappointed! Great atmosphere and fabulous service!

We were at our favourite Oxford restaurant for its amazing The Greatest Showman themed NYE dinner. Ben, Daniel and their wonderful team were on top form, and gave us an unforgettable experience. A perfect blend of excellent food & wine and attentive service, all delivered in a fun-filled party atmosphere.

Absolutely lovely time at The Ivy in Oxford. We were treated very well and the staff were incredible in all aspects. Our waiter was a man named Servesh who had some brilliant suggestions to my partner who was not familiar with the menu and was on hand to help with all of our needs. He was especially prudent in checking for our allergies, something I was quite happy to see. Food was really good, and the drinks menu is incredibly well stocked. There is an incredible amount of options that we struggled to choose! We could not experience the full meal today due to clashing appointments but will definitely be visiting again as our short visit impressed us a lot. Thank you to all the staff who made it so!

Very good food and amazing atmosphere. The best fish & chips I've ever eaten. Honest price commensurate with the quality of the food and the elegance of the place

Quiet atmosphere, very delicious food, warm service

Wonderful way to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary of 12yrs, first visit here, we started with the ‘special menu breakfast’ and it didn’t disappoint! Shown promptly to our table, pride of place next to the tree 🌲 plenty of room to fit all the plates and teapots etc. comfy, warm atmosphere inside. Will definitely visit again soon! ❤️

My dining experience at this restaurant was nothing short of absurd and frustrating, and I left feeling completely ignored. After seeing other negative reviews, it became clear that I wasn’t the only one who had such an experience. Although it’s been two weeks since my visit, I feel compelled to share my thoughts. I had made a reservation in advance, yet when I arrived, there was no one to greet me. I had to walk in by myself and approached a female member of staff to let her know I had a booking. She didn’t even let me finish speaking before walking away. I then turned to a male member of staff, informed him of my reservation, and he said someone would come and escort me to my table. I stood by the entrance for almost three minutes, waiting, and no one acknowledged me. The whole situation was incredibly awkward. Eventually, a man came over, asked if I needed assistance, and then finally showed me to my seat. The ordering experience was just as unpleasant. I sat there for about 20 minutes, trying to make eye contact with staff. Only after several obvious attempts did someone finally notice that this "single lady" might actually want to order. I simply cannot understand how a supposedly iconic and well-regarded restaurant can leave a customer feeling so weary and disrespected. Then, the checkout process was even more baffling. After clearing my plate, the waiter walked off, but unlike other customers who had the courtesy of having the card machine brought to their table, I was left to walk up to the counter myself to pay. It was utterly absurd and quite rude. Overall, the atmosphere at this restaurant was one of discourtesy, neglect, and even a sense of discrimination. I can’t help but wonder: if I hadn’t been a solo Asian woman dining alone, would I have been treated with the same disregard?

Overall, nice place with good food, but the requirement to carry my son's ID to the restaurant feels a bit excessive for the occasion, besides, by law over 16s are allowed to consume beer or wine with meal when accompanied by parents in hotels and restaurants. The request to present my son's ID, who clearly looks older than 16, he is couple of months shy of 18, also undermines my judgement as a parent by a water, who was looking not much older than 16. I understand that there are rules, but it was not a good feeling and could be done in a different, perhaps more sensitive way. Some drinks were forgotten and we had to remind couple of times. Part from that, it was OK, in my view too expensive for the overall experience and food.

We went for a late lunch and had a venison tartare, smoked haddock and salmon fish cake, shepherd’s pie and a burger followed by a chocolate bomb and almond mince pies which were all equally outstandingly delicious presented artistically. Every dish had a unique twist. One of the dishes was served not as described in the menu but a minor error was very quickly rectified by professional staff. James in particular made our lunch festive and memorable. We will definitely be back for more gastronomic inspiration. Thank you for offering a sensational dining experience.

Excellent bar staff, very accommodating. Thoroughly recommend, will be coming back again!

10/10 service , friendly staff and excellent atmosphere, would absolutely recommend for a night out

Have to say I was disappointed. The food was nice but I expected more for the price. The biggest issue for me was I communicated on booking I have a shellfish allergy, and again twice on arrival. I wasn’t able to have chips as the same oil is used to fry shellfish - I would expect there to be separate facilities for this (also note to vegans/vegatarians here), the bench seat I was on was dirty and had the remnants of someone’s dinner on it, the tables were so close we may have well been at the same one. I had to leave before finishing as the table next to us ordered all the foods/shellfish I think they offer (just my luck) and started reacting to this very quickly. This ruined the rest of the day due to having to dose up on medication and hope for the best. If you can’t offer a safe service to people with allergies you should make this very clear, it cost £90 for my daughter I to not be able to stay to finish or have a dessert. I have been to other establishments that sell shellfish and they have always been accommodating and ensured I had space around me and that everything was prepared and served separately so not sure why this is not possible here. And one last comment, one of the ladies on the door was quite rude/unwelcoming and set the meal off to a negative start too.

Had the most amazing time today at this very busy restaurant. As it was a very windy rainy day we arrived an hour early and they accommodated us. This was just amazing. Lovely staff

Stopped in for drinks with some friends, seated at the bar. It's stunning and the staff were friendly. I had a lovely Christmas mocktail, while my party had a margarita and a mojito. Sadly, one of the drinks was forgotten about and was then made after a bit of a wait and was mostly ice. This was a shame as the other drinks were delicious. A nice place to stop for a cocktail but sadly disappointed.

Everything super good. The staff of 10 super friendly. 100% recommended if you go to Oxford

Spent the evening with a celebratory dinner for my birthday with my 2 girls at The Ivy in Oxford. Fantastic service from the off, and absolutely wonderful quality food. We all started with the venison tartar, which was SO delicious, and then the black miso cod, and lobster linguine..couldn't fault anything. The real stars of my meal were the 2 waiters that couldn't do enough for us; they were so helpful and attentive, so a BIG thank you to Sam and Rahul, but especially to Rahul who really pulled the stops out to make me feel special on my birthday, thank you again. (Just noticed that the snowman desert served to us was nowhere near as well presented as the snowmen that other people have posted! What a shame...no ski's, no snow, and shoddy presentation in comparison...the chef could take a lesson on taking pride in all that he/she does from the waiting staff! Grrr )

Came here with my husband for my 50th birthday. As it was December, it was decorated beautifully! The food and service were outstanding. They even gave me a free cake with a candle to wish me a happy birthday! Highly recommend!

It takes a lot to impress my teens, but The Ivy did it! We had our FAVORITE meal of our entire vacation in this beautiful restaurant. It was so tasty, the service was excellent and the dining room was incredible. (The bathrooms even get 5 stars from my crew!)

The waitress was more interested in discussing her attendance at various gigs and music events over serving customers. Food was good and the table was well positioned without rowdy Christmas parties.

My boyfriend and I had an incredible time at The Ivy in Oxford. The food was absolutely incredible and our experience was made even better by our server Jhavaughn. His service was amazing and he made the evening so special for us!!

Beautiful brasserie with nice deco and atmosphere. Being a bit early for our table, we had a nice cocktail at the bar first. Staff was very friendly and the Sunday roast was delicious.

We went there just for dessert and ordered "The Ivy Snowman" which was very delicious. It was my husband's birthday so they gave us another dessert as a birthday treat. The staff was super kind and they really went out of the way to give us a memorable experience.

The Ivy stands out as my favorite restaurant from my two-week stay in Oxford and Greater London.  The service, food, and atmosphere at The Ivy were unparalleled, particularly the service. I tried out restaurants that were significantly more expensive, but the service was still incomparable. The food at the Ivy was amazing! I had afternoon tea and fish and chips, along with a few drinks. The cucumber sandwich and breakfast blend (yes, in the afternoon) tea were my favorite. As I mentioned above, the service was perfect! As a tourist, it was pleasing to see people who actually cared about my experience. I asked the server if they sold their tea blends; he said no but went in the back and gave me two bags. Phenomenal! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone staying in Oxford!

The food was average not the usual standard I would expect at the Ivy but the service was excellent as always

Stop in from time to time. Food quite good. Service can be ok but can often be dreadful. Not unusual to sit waiting a long time for someone to notice you. As I have a facial deformity I wonder if it’s because they feel uncomfortable.

Weird experience today. I mentioned I was allergic to peanuts, cashews, and pine nuts. The waitress took note, my lentil and aubergine plate arrived with a little flag written ALLERGEN. And, yet, two bites in, I started having an allergic reaction. Nut allergies are a spectrum, and "fortunately" I was "only" left with nausea, mild swelling, and stomach pain for hours… but didn't have to go to the hospital. I was also fortunate not to vomit all over the restaurant. Sadly, the only reaction from the staff was to explain to me that the meal was nut-free and they separate nuts in the kitchen, so it couldn't be their fault. I have been patch tested at the hospital and react only to nuts, so what happened? It could be a cross-contamination in the supply chain, an ingredient wrongly labelled, a mistake in the kitchen… Risks will always exist, don't tell me it's not your fault. I just went to look at the allergen list online (on tenkites dot com), and it's confusing. For instance, they have a starter pumpkin and squash soup with pine nuts… which is labelled as free from tree nuts (they are sometimes seen as seeds, not nuts). If I had to guess, the waitress forgot to inform the chef I was allergic to "pine nuts" and my meal actually contained them. Bottom line: if you have any allergy, be very careful, and ask the chef for the exact list of ingredients for each meal—given that their allergy board is wrong. Do not go if you have strong allergic reactions.

Pleasant staff, beautiful restaurant and very tasty food. We each had the shepherds pie. Just such a shame there wasn’t much of much of it and it wasn’t very hot either! Unlikely to return.