This stylish spot serves upscale Californian dishes amidst a lively atmosphere, perfect for celebrity spotting and people-watching while savoring fresh flavors.
"In the '80s and '90s, The Ivy was a place where A-listers and agents went to argue about movie contracts while eating grilled white fish on the tree-covered front patio. These days, the fun is long gone. Celebrities and Hollywood power brokers have now been replaced by confused tourists and TikTokers making videos for their 200 followers. A meal at The Ivy was never about whatever random pasta dish or grilled chicken salad you ordered, it was about the glitzy, gossip-column scene unfolding in the dining room. Without that, there’s little reason to come here." - Brant Cox
"Just a few minutes from J.Sheekey in the heart of London’s theaterland, The Ivy is a restaurant every Londoner has to visit at least once. Serving diners since 1917, this restaurant was almost exclusively a celebrity haunt in the 1990s. Nowadays, everyone can enjoy the classically elegant decor and exceptional service. The menu options are British with a few Asian-inspired dishes mixed in. Signature dishes include shepherd’s pie, Thai sea bass, and Devonshire duck breast.Where: 1-5 West St, London WC2H 9NQ, United Kingdom" - MATADOR_NETWORK
"The Ivy, a 2000s celebrity hangout, is located near the new Sushi Nakazawa venue." - Cathy Chaplin
"For years, the Ivy provided similar blog fodder, acting as the ideal backdrop for celebrity romantic reconciliations, business meetings, and other photo ops for tabloid heavyweights like Nicole Richie, Tara Reid, Paris Hilton, and Kim Kardashian." - Mariah Smith
"COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout and delivery. It’s so overly touristy it almost didn’t make the cut, but if you don’t mind pushing through the papparazzi on the sidewalk out front, the grilled vegetable salad with shrimp is pretty delicious—and the patio does offer some of the city’s best people-watching. COVID-19 Disclaimer: We are working hard to keep our listings as up to date as possible (deliveries, outdoor dining, etc.), but given the evolving nature of local COVID-19 restrictions, we recommend double-checking the information in this guide with any business you plan on visiting. Also, please note that we have not vetted any businesses listed within our guides for their compliance with applicable safety regulations."
