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The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, Kent

The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells

4.4
4.4
6735 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
20:30
Booked 100 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
Set just a few minute’s walk from the idyllic and iconic Pantiles Georgian colonnade, The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells offers sophisticated and friendly all-day dining to local residents and visitors alike.
Located on the bustling High Street of Royal Tunbridge Wells, the restaurant make for an ideal spot to enjoy an accessible all-encompassing menu, serving British classics from dawn until dusk, including breakfast, elevenses, weekend brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, light snacks, dinner and cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01892 240700
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sean Burbidge
  • Area
    Tunbridge Wells
  • Parking details
    Torrington Car Park,Vale Ave, Royal Tunbridge Wells TN1 1DJ (4 min walk from the car park) Tunbridge Wells Main station Car Park, Mount Pleasant TN1 1UL (4 min from the car park)
  • Public transit
    Tunbridge Wells train station, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1BT (4 min walk from the station)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Festive Set Menu

    13 Nov 2024 - 2 Jan 2025
    Immerse yourself in the magic of the season with our Festive Set Menu. Enjoy two coursed 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.
    Festive Set Menu photo
  • Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells 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.
    Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells Festive Afternoon Tea photo
  • Sunday Steak Supper

    Multiple dates available
    Treat yourself on Sunday evenings and discover our new steak and wine pairing for the perfect end to your weekend. Enjoy a grilled minute steak served with a rich peppercorn sauce, accompanied by thick cut chips or a refreshing baby gem salad and a glass of wine, available for £19.95 from 4pm - Close. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Sunday Steak Supper photo

What 6,735 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Kent

    Most Booked

  • Tunbridge Wells

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic meal, great service, great food, brilliant atmosphere." Guests praise the "lovely food" and "friendly staff," making it a perfect spot for celebrations. While some menu quirks exist, the "beautiful venue" and "great atmosphere" make it a memorable choice.

6,735 Reviews
  1. Amy

    Kent

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall it was very nice but we didn’t understand why the waiter told us we couldn’t have the champagne that we had selected to have with our afternoon tea and could only have Prosecco. It was an option on the menu however, they were unable to serve it to us. The waiter mumbled something, we thought he said they couldn’t open a whole bottle of champagne for two glasses.

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  2. claire

    Dorset

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful evening. Super service, fabulous ambience and delicious food! We couldn't of asked for a more special evening.
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Claire, thank you so much for your kind review! We are so pleased that the team made your evening so special. We look forward to seeing you again soon and we hope you have a lovely Christmas!

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  3. Andy

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food was well cooked and presented, very busy . Well done
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Andy! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We hope you have a lovely Christmas

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  4. Mike

    East Sussex

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely family lunch made special by the team at The Ivy
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Mike, we are so glad that we made your Christmas gathering so special. We'll pass on your kind comments to the team. We hope to see you again very soon!

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  5. Kirsty

    East Sussex

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely fabulous meal and the staff were amazing too. Needed to be more Christmassy inside though.
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Kirsty, Thanks for your lovely review! We'll pass on your comments to head office, perhaps they'll consider more decor for next year. We wish you a very merry Christmas! See you again soon

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  6. Erika

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food and great service. Would highly recommend
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Erika, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the food and service. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon. Best regards, The Ivy

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  7. Tania

    Kent

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a joy to eat at The Ivy. Service and food always outstanding.
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Tania, Thank you for your lovely feedback! It’s truly rewarding to know that dining at The Ivy is always a joy for you. We’re thrilled to hear you consistently enjoy our food and service, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more outstanding experiences. Warm regards, The Ivy

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  8. Peter

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic seasonal menu - very tasty and great service. It’s our go to restaurant 👍
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Peter, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed our seasonal menu and that the service met your expectations. It means the world to us to be your go-to restaurant! We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious meals and great experiences. Warm regards, The Ivy

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  9. Jim

    London

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Table not available until 25 minutes after booking. Thereafter service just ok, food good, restaurant somewhat noisy.
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Jim, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, and we appreciate your comments about the service and ambience. We sincerely apologize for the delay in seating you and for any inconvenience this caused. We strive to provide a seamless experience for all our guests and will review our reservation process to ensure timely seating in the future. We also appreciate your note about the noise level and will explore ways to improve the overall dining environment. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us enhance our guest experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even better experience soon. Warm regards, The Ivy

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  10. lucy

    London

    17 reviews

    1.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Utterly useless turn up for a drink at the bar so disorganised won’t let us have a drink. Not allowing walk ins didn’t advertise on their website!!! Don’t bother
    The Ivy Royal Tunbridge WellsResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Lucy, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I truly apologize for your experience this afternoon; I understand how disappointing it can be to arrive and be turned away, especially as you frequent our restaurant so often. As explained to you at the door, we were not accepting walk-ins as the bar area was being utilized as a waiting area for reservations. I apologize if this was not communicated clearly or if it caused any confusion. Being Christmas eve, we are fully booked today and extremely busy. We appreciate your comments about our communication, and we will work on ensuring this information is communicated more clearly to avoid similar misunderstandings in the future. We wish you a Merry Christmas and hope to see you again very soon.

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The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells is rated 4.4 stars by 6735 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
20:30
Booked 100 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells

46-50 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1XF

Additional information

  • Area
    Tunbridge Wells
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Torrington Car Park,Vale Ave, Royal Tunbridge Wells TN1 1DJ (4 min walk from the car park) Tunbridge Wells Main station Car Park, Mount Pleasant TN1 1UL (4 min from the car park)
  • Public transit
    Tunbridge Wells train station, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1BT (4 min walk from the station)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sean Burbidge
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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