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The Ivy Cardiff, Cardiff, WLS

The Ivy Cardiff

4.5
4.5
14011 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 125 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
The restaurant is situated across two floors with a large bar prominent on both floors, and beautiful private dining room on the first floor.
Private dining

Private dining

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    029 2233 8940
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dominik Malecki
  • Private party facilities
    The Ivy Cardiff brings relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining to the heart of the capital. For those special celebrations, there’s the refined glamour of our elegant private dining room.
  • Private party contact
    The Events Team: 020 3727 6548

Experiences

  • Six Nations

    £45.00 per person

    Feb 22, 2025 - Mar 15, 2025
    In celebration of the Six Nations championship, tackle the tension with the ultimate menu to enjoy before cheering on your team. Our Chateaubriand with béarnaise sauce, grilled mushrooms, and tomatoes with red wine sauce for two to share pairs perfectly with our selected Barolo from Piemonte, available by the bottle. Available on the 22nd of February and the 15th of March past 11:30. The Menu is priced at £45 per person. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Six Nations Photo
  • A Mother's Day To Remember

    Mar 29, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025
    Join us for a family celebration at The Ivy this Mother's Day. Treat Mum to our all-day menu, showcasing an array of seasonal dishes and special dessert beautifully curated for this special occasion, dine on two-courses for £28.95 or three for £34.95. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    A Mother's Day To Remember Photo
  • Group Dining

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 5, 2025 - Nov 11, 2025
    ***A deposit of £10 per person is required upon booking***. The perfect way to experience exquisite British dining with friends, family, or colleagues. Whether it’s a birthday, special occasion, or simply a gathering of loved ones, celebrate in style and enjoy a selection of Ivy favourites with our new group dining menu. The Menu is priced at £37.95 for two courses and at £45.95 for three courses per person. Should your plans change, the deposit is refundable if you cancel at least 48 hours before your booking. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Group Dining Photo

What 14,011 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • South Wales

    Innovative

  • South Wales

    Great for creative cocktails

  • South Wales

    Great for fine wines

  • South Wales

    Romantic

  • South Wales

    Lively

  • South Wales

    Most Booked

  • Cardiff City & County

    Best Ambiance

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for brunch

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for fine wines

  • Cardiff City & County

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cardiff City & County

    Lively

  • Cardiff City & County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy Cardiff offers a "fabulous restaurant" experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests frequently praise the "beautiful surroundings" and the attentive staff who ensure a memorable dining experience. While some mention slow service during busy times, the overall atmosphere and "delicious" menu make it a top choice for special occasions.

14,011 Reviews
  1. CLAD

    Bristol2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    There were not enough canapés and not enough staff on the bar. The staff that were there however were brilliant xx
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 1 day ago
    Good Evening Clad, we appreciate your honest review. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are disappointed to hear that your experience with us wasn’t all positive.

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  2. Richard

    South Wales2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Birthday treat for my wife, Tuesday night but quite busy, great menu, great server, a couple of minor mistakes quickly rectified. Overall a very pleasant experience and would definitely come again.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 4 days ago
    Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at The Ivy Cardiff. We're happy we could meet your expectations and we hope to see you soon

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  3. Karen

    Bath2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked for a birthday celebration. Lovely meal, very much enjoyed. Only criticism, had to ask for the complimentary celebration dessert, this was embarrassing and could have been completely avoided. When we have been before, it has been brought out before desserts, and it was ideal. why would you want this to come out after dessert? My guess is they want you to spend more money by ordering dessert. Would probably book elsewhere in future.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 7 days ago
    Hi there Karen, we appreciate your honest review. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are disappointed to hear that your experience with us wasn’t all positive.

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  4. Giuseppe

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fodd was great, add a pleasant service in a nice atmosphere, aaand you get a great dining experience!
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 7 days ago
    Hi there Guiseppe, we are so glad that we were able to go above and beyond your expectations! Thank you, and have a fantastic day!

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  5. Yvonne VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was really good and efficient. Food was lovely and it was in a great location
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 23, 2025
    Good Morning, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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  6. Anne

    New York City24 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a nice place to eat. The menu is as expected and as usual the duck salad starter was lovely. We had fish and chips for the main. Well cooked fish but the batter was too thick and therefore not cooked all the way through, so some of it was a bit doughy on the inside. The service yesterday was good but the meal delivery was too quick. I understood that we had the table for 2 hours but we were in and out having had two courses in just over an hour. The main course was delivered to our table about 5 minutes after we’d finished our starter. If the meal was served at a more leisurely pace we might have ended up having dessert, with a break between each course.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 24, 2025
    Good Evening Anne, we are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your time with us. We would like to hear more about your experience with us and find a way to rectify this issue.

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  7. Alice

    Devon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely brunch! Staff were very attentive and friendly - really added to the match day experience. Food excellent as always.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 24, 2025
    Good Evening Alice, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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  8. judit

    Dublin4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food really disappointing, and over priced. No creativity, uninteresting offerings. Service good and a nice ambience.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 24, 2025
    Good Evening Judit, we appreciate your honest review. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are disappointed to hear that your experience with us wasn’t all positive.

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  9. Henry

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked very last minute for an outdoor table (as that was the only option available ) however it wasn’t open when we arrived. The staff on the front door were so friendly and helpful and managed to get us a place at the bar upstairs. The food was lovely and the ambiance was lovely with a cellist playing in the corner
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 16, 2025
    Good Evening Henry, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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  10. Sean

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Will go back as great atmosphere and experience. .
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on February 26, 2025
    Hi there Sean, thank you for your high star rating of our establishment! We hope to see you soon.

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FAQs

The Ivy Cardiff is rated 4.5 stars by 14011 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 125 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy Cardiff

69/70 St David’s, Cardiff, WLS CF10 1GA

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cardiff
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dominik Malecki
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    029 2233 8940
  • Private party facilities
    The Ivy Cardiff brings relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining to the heart of the capital. For those special celebrations, there’s the refined glamour of our elegant private dining room.
  • Private party contact
    The Events Team: 020 3727 6548
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