The Ivy, Canterbury

4.4

177 Reviews

£25 and under

British

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 113 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
Olsi Kraja
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

1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu
Jan 3, 2025 - Nov 13, 2025
Elevate your dining experience with our Lunch Set Menu. Embark on a culinary journey with our seasonal and classic dishes, and delight in two courses for £19.95 or three courses for £25.70 per person. The Menu is available Monday to Thursday from 11:30 till close and on Friday from 11:30-18:30.Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
A Valentine’s Day to Remember
Feb 12, 2025 - Feb 16, 2025
Create your own love story and celebrate the season of love with our special three-course Valentine's Day Set Menu at £65 per person. Treat your significant other to an unforgettable dining experience and enjoy an array of seasonal dishes, including our divine 'Cupid's Love Heart ‘ dessert. Every couple will receive a limited-edition Forever Rose, a timeless memento and beautiful keepsake of your romantic celebration. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
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.

What 177 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 • Moderate

Loved For

Kent
Most Booked
Canterbury
Best Service
Canterbury
Best Ambiance
Canterbury
Good for business meals
Canterbury
Innovative
Canterbury
Good for groups
Canterbury
Great for creative cocktails
Canterbury
Healthy
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 "beautifully decorated" venue with "exceptional service" and a "wonderful atmosphere." Guests appreciate "delicious food," with standout dishes including the festive menu and brunch options. While some reviews noted slow service and pricing concerns, the overall experience is "enjoyable" and "highly recommended" for special occasions.

177 Reviews

D
Donna
Kent
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Great food, great experience but no time for pudding due to table time allotted
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Katherine
Kent
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice breakfast…only negative is coffee is never hot. Sent it back once and came out just as cool. I like hot coffee and this isn’t the place for that.
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Gaynor
Kent
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, very attentive, food was lovely, appetisers were very generous & the beef cheek special was delicious.
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Richard
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very enjoyable lunch with excellent food, lovely ambience and atmosphere.
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Jack
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unbeliveable and incredible food and service and the food came out within 20 minutes brilliant
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Keven
Kent
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, the food, the staff and the general atmosphere was splendid 😊👌
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Michele
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was Phoebe and she was excellent. She was attentive without being intrusive. It’s so great to have The Ivy in Canterbury and once inside you could be in London as it has all the same qualities that we love as the other Ivys.
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Brian
VIP
Kent
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and service, spoiled only the noise levels, even iWatch complaining of it.
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Helen
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant is lovely. However our reason for going was a birthday celebration, which was not really acknowledged. The requested wine was not available and an alternative was not suggested. The food was good.
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Amanda
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic all around .staff are so fantastic. Highly recommend
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FAQs

The Ivy, Canterbury is rated 4.4 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 113 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
Olsi Kraja
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

1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu

A Valentine’s Day to Remember

Breakfast Set Menu

Menu

What 177 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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How is The Ivy, Canterbury restaurant rated?

Is The Ivy, Canterbury currently accepting reservations?

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