The Ivy, Canterbury

4.4

146 Reviews

£25 and under

British

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2 people

Jan 10, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 165 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 8:30 am–12:00 am Mon, Sat, Sun 12:00 am–12:30 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–12:00 am
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
Neighborhood
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

Breakfast Set Menu
£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.
The Ivy Canterbury Afternoon Tea
£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.
A Taste of Winter
Jan 6, 2025 - Mar 4, 2025
Dine on a selection of our new seasonal winter dishes and enjoy two courses for £24.95 or three for £29.95 with a complimentary glass of Ivy Cuvée English Sparkling Wine or alcohol-free Wild Idol, on arrival. Menu is available Sunday to Thursday past 18:30. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.

What 146 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
Most Booked
Canterbury
Best Service
Canterbury
Best Ambiance
Canterbury
Good for business meals
Canterbury
Innovative
Canterbury
Neighborhood 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 delightful dining experience with its "amazing food" and "brilliant service." Guests praise the "incredible atmosphere" and beautifully designed interior. Despite occasional service hiccups, the restaurant remains a standout for special occasions, celebrated for its "attentive staff" and "delicious menu."

146 Reviews

J
Jacqueline
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very enjoyable, food lovely great service thank you
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Joe
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food and experience. Atmosphere was great and everyone was having a good time. Staff were very attentive and checked we were happy at regular intervals. A nice touch at the end with a birthday treat with a candle.
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Lisa
London
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening on our first visit. We were too late but set menu early evening up to 18.30 is great value. Always enjoy the Ivy and Phoebe is a real asset
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Susan and robbie
Kent
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice lunch. Great atmosphere. One main comment…. Why serve an expensive white wine in a horrible glass? Water glasses or tumblers are not the correct thing to serve white wine in
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Anne
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Having travelled to London in the past and enjoyed afternoon teas in various locations, we were very pleased that the newly opened Canterbury Ivy were offering Afternoon Tea. We cannot speak too highly of our whole experience. The three tiered selection, together with side plate of warm scones, all looked and tasted delicious - the savoury and sweet items, each with its own lovely flavours. The service was excellent - efficient, friendly and helpful, all of which created a very relaxing atmosphere. We will definitely be returning
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Linda
Kent
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved our visit to the Ivy canterbury It meet and exceed our expectations well done canterbury.
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Julie
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely interior and welcome was warm on arrival. Scallops were delicious, mushroom linguine devine and the cheese board was tasty. Cocktail was refreshing. I liked it a lot! Burgers eaten by our friends were a little overcooked and dry, but we had a lovely time overall.
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Jane
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Reception area cramped and a smile when we arrived would have been nice, not a great welcome. Otherwise really enjoyed our lunch, great service, good atmosphere
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Bronnie
Kent
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were warmly welcomed as we arrived. Excellent service from Jessamay. Food was well presented and very appetising. Friendly and cosy atmosphere. Very clean facilities.
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Jamie
Kent
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Pleasant way to spend a very wet and cold New Year’s Day.
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FAQs

The Ivy, Canterbury is rated 4.4 stars by 146 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 10, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 165 times today

Experiences are available.

15 Parade, Canterbury, Kent CT1

Additional information

Neighborhood
Canterbury
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 8:30 am–12:00 am Mon, Sat, Sun 12:00 am–12:30 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–12:00 am
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

Website
https://www.ivycollection.com/restaurants/the-ivy-canterbury-brasserie/
Phone number
01227 647077
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.

The Ivy, Canterbury

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Breakfast Set Menu