The Ivy Castle View

4.2

10574 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

Dec 18, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 102 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Great for brunch

The Ivy Castle View is an all-day British brasserie in the heart of Guildford, located just off the High Street, the main entrance is within the Tunsgate Quarter. With an all-encompassing menu serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics from dawn until dusk, the restaurant is open seven days a week and is also featuring a private dining room, outdoor terrace and a bar, offering tranquil relaxed yet sophisticated dining with beautiful views across Guildford Castle.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 8:30 am–10:15 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:15 pm
Phone number
01483 920100
Website
https://ivycollection.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Sean Burbidge
Private party facilities
The Looking Glass Room is a private dining venue that really reflects its surroundings. Taking inspiration from Guildford’s historic heritage, the Surrey landscape and Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, the walls are adorned with colourful vintage prints and locally sourced artwork.
Private party contact
The Events Team: 020 3727 6548

Location
Tunsgate Quarter, 98-110 High Street, Guildford, ENG GU1 3QY
Neighborhood
Guildford
Parking details
Castle Car Park, Sydenham Rd, Guildford GU1 3RW (4 min from the car park) Bright Hill Car Park, Guildford, GU1, UK (6 min walk from the car park)
Public transit
Guildford train station, Station Approach, Guildford GU1 4UT (9 min walk from the station)
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, 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 Castle View Festive Afternoon Tea
£35.75 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.
Boxing Day Brunch
Dec 26, 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 dishes and immerse yourself in the last of the festive ambience. Enjoy a 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.

What 10,574 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Surrey
Great for scenic views
Surrey
Most Booked
Guildford
Best Overall
Guildford
Best Food
Guildford
Best Service
Guildford
Best Ambiance
Guildford
Good for groups
Guildford
Healthy
Guildford
Neighborhood gem
Guildford
Good for special occasions
Guildford
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Ivy Castle View offers a "beautiful restaurant" experience with exquisite food and exceptional service, making it a prime choice for fine dining. Guests often find their visits enjoyable, with "friendly and attentive" staff contributing to a warm atmosphere. While some service inconsistencies are noted, the overall experience remains "up to the usual standard." The location's ambiance and "delicious food" are frequently praised, making it a go-to for special occasions.

10,574 Reviews

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Merete
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The Ivy has a lovely atmosphere with helpful staff. We were unfortunate enough to sit next to a team out on their Christmas work-do. They were very loud, they had no inhibitions, nor awareness, nor consideration for other diners.
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Kelsie
Surrey
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The Ivy has some lovely food and very good service. But it is very pricey and they did ask if we would like festive crackers at the start and then charge us for the privilege without warning!
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Claire
VIP
New York City
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gorgeous Christmasy catch up with girlfriends. Champagne wasn’t cold enough unfortunately but other than that it was a lovely afternoon
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Gareth
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely mid afternoon festive lunch at the Ivy. Excellent food, attentive and friendly service - throughly enjoyable!
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Tonya
London
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Menu was boring & underwhelling, very limited choice, 2 of us had to send our sirloin steaks (should have been a flat iron given how thin it was) back as it was overcooked, chicken was bland, and fillet steak was not very tasty. Everything cost extra even the steak sauce, very expensive and not a place I would recommend or revisit. In fact we had a booking with Ivy Asia for next week which we are cancelling due to our experience at the Ivy last night, both restaurants are in the same building so expect they have the same chef’s kitchen. Not a great way to celebrate my daughter’s birthday!
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Claire
VIP
New York City
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous Christmas breakfast with gorgeous friends. Felt very treaty. ❤️
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded on December 9, 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad we could meet your expectations.
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Anne
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Such a wonderful experience from start to finish! Beautiful surroundings, fantastic service and beautiful food with lots of flavours. Really recommend for a great dining experience
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded on December 9, 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad we could meet your expectations.
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Lynn
Surrey
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful shared birthday lunch with a friend and the staff made us both feel special. Thank you
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Anna-lois
London
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
I had to wait for my order for a whole hour , and then had to remind themthat they had forgotten about me
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JenniferA
VIP
London
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely breakfast with my daughter for her birthday
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FAQs

The Ivy Castle View is rated 4.2 stars by 10574 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 102 times today

Experiences are available.

Tunsgate Quarter, 98-110 High Street, Guildford, ENG GU1 3QY

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Guildford
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 8:30 am–10:15 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:15 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Castle Car Park, Sydenham Rd, Guildford GU1 3RW (4 min from the car park) Bright Hill Car Park, Guildford, GU1, UK (6 min walk from the car park)
Public transit
Guildford train station, Station Approach, Guildford GU1 4UT (9 min walk from the station)
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sean Burbidge
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://ivycollection.com/
Phone number
01483 920100
Private party facilities
The Looking Glass Room is a private dining venue that really reflects its surroundings. Taking inspiration from Guildford’s historic heritage, the Surrey landscape and Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, the walls are adorned with colourful vintage prints and locally sourced artwork.
Private party contact
The Events Team: 020 3727 6548

The Ivy Castle View

Make a reservation

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Breakfast Set Menu