The Ivy In The Lanes

We had travelled from Hertfordshire for a day out in Brighton The atmosphere at the Ivy is excellent a beautiful blend of Art Deco luxury and contemporary style, with high ceilings, vibrant artwork, and that signature lively buzz that makes every occasion feel special. The service is truly where The Ivy excels. Our waiter was impeccable: attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about the menu. Everything was handled with smooth, effortless professionalism, from cocktail recommendations to clearing courses perfectly in sync. The food was excellent we had starters of Crispy Squid and Duck salad followed by mains of Guinea fowl cassoulet and the Queen Scallops and Prawn linguine. The Ivy Brighton delivered a sophisticated and completely flawless experience.

The Ivy Brighton delivers on atmosphere and service, but falls short on drinks and value. The decor hits the mark. You walk into a space that feels special. The reception team sets the tone from the moment you arrive. The lady with what sounded like a Spanish accent knew her customers, remembered details, and made you feel welcome. Professional without being stiff. She understood hospitality. Anna and her team deserve credit. Professional, friendly, and attentive. They made the evening. Food service ran smoothly. No complaints about timing or attention at the table. The fillet steak arrived looking thrown together. At this price point, you expect better presentation than meat slapped on a plate. The real problem? Drinks service. Waiting over 10 minutes for a drink is unacceptable. This happened both at the bar and when ordering at the table. When you’re charging premium prices, this doesn’t cut it. Value for money suffers because of the drink situation. The food prices you can justify. The drinks? Not when service moves at a crawl. This might be the best Ivy location we’ve visited. The team gets it right where it counts most. But someone needs to fix the bar operation. You’re paying Ivy prices. You should get Ivy speed. Would we return? Yes, but we’d think twice about ordering drinks beyond the meal.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

We visited around the festive season. We love the opulent decor and beautiful colours around us. The spectacular bar is such an asset to the restaurant . Our meals were delicious. We had the turkey. Cocktails and desserts were yummy too. We were very looked after. Always service with a smile. We will definitely visit again and will recommend to friends and family.