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4.5
- 4.5Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Energetic
The Ivy St. Helen’s Square
4.5 (12557)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
2 St. Helen's Square, York, ENG YO1 8QP
Make a reservation
2 people
May 14, 2025
May 2025
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11:30 PM
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Good for special occasions
- Charming
- Great for brunch
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price£26 to £40
- CuisinesContemporary British, British, Breakfast
- Hours of operationMon–Wed, Sun 8:30 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 8:30 am–10:30 pm
- Phone number
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive chefClinton Woodhouse
- Private party facilitiesWithin easy reach of the city’s most iconic sites, including York Minster and the National Railway Museum, our restaurant offers a luxurious haven for tourists and locals alike. We also have an elegant private dining room for special celebrations and big-occasion dining.
- Private party contactThe Events Team: 020 3727 6548
- NeighborhoodYork
- Parking detailsNCP Car Park,Tanner Row, George Hudson Street, York, YO1 6JL (7 min walk from the car park)Piccadilly Yard Car Park, York, YO1 9NX (8 min walk from the car park)
- Public transitYork train station, Station Rd, York YO24 1AB (9 min walk from the station)
- AdditionalBeer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
British Icons Set Menu
May 13, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025Join us for our British Icons Set Menu, a selection of our iconic classic dishes that perfectly embody our unmistakable British greatness. Enjoy 2 courses for £27.95 or 3 courses for £34.95, with a complimentary glass of iconic Ivy Champagne. Menus and prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
Father's Day Set Menu
Jun 14, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025Upgrade your celebrations with our Father's Day Set Menu. Enjoy two-courses for £29.95 or three-courses for £34.95, perfectly paired with our exclusive Father's Day Cocktails. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
Class of 2025 Graduation Menu
Jul 18, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025Celebrate this monumentous milestone with our Class of 2025 Set Menu. Enjoy two-courses for £29.95 or three-courses for £35.95, perfectly paired with an exclusively priced and perfectly chilled bottle of Nyetimber, available for £75 and a memorable keepsake to take home. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
Private dining
Popular dishes
What 12,557 people are saying
The Ivy St. Helen’s Square reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
Loved For
Yorkshire
Most Booked
North Yorkshire
Great for brunch
North Yorkshire
Great for creative cocktails
North Yorkshire
Hot spot
North Yorkshire
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy St. Helen's Square is renowned for its "fantastic service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about its "great ambience" and "friendly staff," making it ideal for special occasions. The restaurant's stylish decor and extensive menu offer a memorable dining experience, though some diners note occasional service and food temperature issues.
12,557 Reviews
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Anastasios
Yorkshire1 review
5.0Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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tony
Yorkshire6 reviews
5.0Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Diana
Surrey4 reviews
2.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Holly
Devon2 reviews
5.0Dined on May 4, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Sharon
Yorkshire1 review
5.0Dined on May 2, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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June
Yorkshire1 review
5.0Dined on April 28, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Lisa
Edinburgh4 reviews
5.0Dined on April 25, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Jennifer
London4 reviews
5.0Dined on April 20, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Susan
Newcastle6 reviews
3.0Dined on April 19, 2025
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 3
- Ambience 3
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Steve
Yorkshire14 reviews
4.0Dined on April 19, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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FAQs
The Ivy St. Helen’s Square is rated 4.5 stars by 12557 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Experiences are available.
2 St. Helen's Square, York, ENG YO1 8QP
Additional information
- NeighborhoodYork
- Hours of operationMon–Wed, Sun 8:30 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 8:30 am–10:30 pm
- Price£26 to £40
- CuisinesContemporary British, British, Breakfast
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking detailsNCP Car Park,Tanner Row, George Hudson Street, York, YO1 6JL (7 min walk from the car park)Piccadilly Yard Car Park, York, YO1 9NX (8 min walk from the car park)
- Public transitYork train station, Station Rd, York YO24 1AB (9 min walk from the station)
- Payment optionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefClinton Woodhouse
- AdditionalBeer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number
- Private party facilitiesWithin easy reach of the city’s most iconic sites, including York Minster and the National Railway Museum, our restaurant offers a luxurious haven for tourists and locals alike. We also have an elegant private dining room for special celebrations and big-occasion dining.
- Private party contactThe Events Team: 020 3727 6548