The Ivy Castle View

4.3

10585 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 119 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Charming

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.
Festive Set Menu
Nov 13, 2024 - Jan 2, 2025
Immerse yourself in the magic of the season with our Festive Set Menu. Enjoy two courses for £55 or three for £60 and delight in our show-stopping festive dishes, selection of fine wines and seasonal cocktails. Tables of 7+ must book our Group Festive Set Menu experience. Guests dining on our Festive set menu can choose between two or three courses for lunch, available from 11:30am - 6:30pm. For dinner, we offer a three-course option only, served from 6:30pm - Close. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.

What 10,585 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 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.

10,585 Reviews

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Richard
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience. Good service. Didn’t like the automatic service charge that was added to the meal, which significantly increased the overall cost.
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Richard
VIP
London
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, we enjoyed our meal at the Ivy. The food was excellent and Seraphine G., our serer, achieved that perfect balance between being there whenever we needed to place an order and not being overly obtrusive. My only complaint is an overpriced wine list.
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Camilla
Surrey
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and ambience . Some of us had the truffle burger , it was ok but a bit overcooked ( dry )
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philip
VIP
London
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Ivy was hugely busy today and yet the staff still managed to deliver an amazing service. Been going to this restaurant for some time now and it’s always been consistently great. I have no idea why some people leave 1 star reviews as never had a poor experience at The Ivy Castle View
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded 3 days ago
We're thrilled you had a great experience with us! Your feedback means the world to our team.
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Tracy
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always! We have a Christmas Eve breakfast at The Ivy every year and we’re never disappointed. It’s evidently a very popular choice but that doesn’t compromise the service or quality of the food. Great choices, great value and a wonderful atmosphere.
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad we could meet your expectations
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Nina
Surrey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First visit, very impressed. The ambience was exemplary as were the staff, the details were noted, from offering to take out coats on arrival, seating us at the bar, taking our drinks to the table and table service was spot on. I think the bar was my favourite! The food was perfect and the evening was finished with a salted caramel espresso martini 🍸 Thank you to everyone, the whole team who worked fantastically together, wonderful.
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded 3 days ago
Reviews like this give us motivation and help us ensure we provide high-quality care. Thank you, and have a fantastic day
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Kay
Hampshire
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service, tasty well-presented food and nice atmosphere.
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded 7 days ago
We appreciate your positive review and look forward to serving you again in the future
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Ade
Kent
66 reviews
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Yet another outstanding meal at The Ivy, Castle View. With the typically exceptional Ivy customer service.
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded 3 days ago
We appreciate your positive review and look forward to serving you again in the future
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VIP
Surrey
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic service with great food Lovely surroundings
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad we could meet your expectations
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Edward
South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive to a gluten allergy, and lots of options on the festive a la carte menu.
The Ivy Castle ViewResponded 7 days ago
We're thrilled you had a great experience with us! Your feedback means the world to our team
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FAQs

The Ivy Castle View is rated 4.3 stars by 10585 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 30, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 119 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