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The Ivy Cardiff, Cardiff, WLS

The Ivy Cardiff

4.5
4.5
14017 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
23:00
Booked 127 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
The restaurant is situated across two floors with a large bar prominent on both floors, and beautiful private dining room on the first floor.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dominik Malecki

Experiences

  • A Mother's Day To Remember

    29 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 2025
    Join us for a family celebration at The Ivy this Mother's Day. Treat Mum to our all-day menu, showcasing an array of seasonal dishes and special dessert beautifully curated for this special occasion, dine on two-courses for £28.95 or three for £34.95. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    A Mother's Day To Remember photo
  • Brushstrokes at The Ivy: 'Funky Flowers' Edition

    £65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Mar 2025 only
    18:00
    Spring into creativity with our 'Funky Flowers' painting session at The Ivy Cardiff. This vibrant evening is designed for art lovers and foodies alike. At £65 per person, the night includes a delicious two-course meal accompanied by a glass of prosecco and a lively painting workshop led by Brushstrokes Porthcawl. Capture the essence of spring on canvas and enjoy an unforgettable night of fun, food, and painting.
    Brushstrokes at The Ivy: 'Funky Flowers'  Edition photo
  • Six Nations

    £45.00 per person

    22 Feb 2025 - 15 Mar 2025
    In celebration of the Six Nations championship, tackle the tension with the ultimate menu to enjoy before cheering on your team. Our Chateaubriand with béarnaise sauce, grilled mushrooms, and tomatoes with red wine sauce for two to share pairs perfectly with our selected Barolo from Piemonte, available by the bottle. Available on the 22nd of February and the 15th of March past 11:30. The Menu is priced at £45 per person. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Six Nations photo

What 14,017 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • South Wales

    Innovative

  • South Wales

    Great for creative cocktails

  • South Wales

    Great for fine wines

  • South Wales

    Romantic

  • South Wales

    Lively

  • South Wales

    Most Booked

  • Cardiff City & County

    Best Ambience

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for brunch

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Cardiff City & County

    Great for fine wines

  • Cardiff City & County

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cardiff City & County

    Lively

  • Cardiff City & County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy Cardiff offers a "fabulous restaurant" experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests frequently praise the "beautiful surroundings" and the attentive staff who ensure a memorable dining experience. While some mention slow service during busy times, the overall atmosphere and "delicious" menu make it a top choice for special occasions.

14,017 Reviews
  1. Iain

    South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff Excellent food. Service impeccable in marvellous atmosphere.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded today
    Hi there, thank you for your high star rating of our establishment! We hope to see you soon.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was fab, great service, delicious food, an overall great experience
    The Ivy CardiffResponded today
    Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at The Ivy Cardiff. We're happy we could meet your expectations! We hope to see you soon

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  3. Paul

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Food , great wine (Nero spot on) and fantastic service. Thanks to the team.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded today
    Hi there, thank you for your high star rating of our establishment! We hope to see you soon.

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  4. Jonathan

    South Wales5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked for an Afternoon tea for a special occasion... Afternoon tea at the Ivy Cardiff is an event or a spectacle. I think calling it anything else is underselling it. The scones were sublime, the tea as always was exceptional, the sandwiches were light yet filling. The cream cupcakes and the chocolate Bombe are just exceptional. Service was spectacular as always. Truly wonderful experience. Will be going again in the very near future! Superb!
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 1 day ago
    Good Morning, thank you for your delightful feedback on your experience! We strive for excellent service and are pleased to hear that you have experienced this! Have a wonderful day, and see you soon!

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  5. Sarah

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely breakfast in great surroundings. Leisurely, calm and chilled on a Sunday morning.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded today
    Hi there, thank you for your high star rating of our establishment! We hope to see you soon.

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  6. CLAD

    Bristol2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    There were not enough canapés and not enough staff on the bar. The staff that were there however were brilliant xx
    The Ivy CardiffResponded 5 days ago
    Good Evening Clad, we appreciate your honest review. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are disappointed to hear that your experience with us wasn’t all positive.

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  7. Richard

    South Wales2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Birthday treat for my wife, Tuesday night but quite busy, great menu, great server, a couple of minor mistakes quickly rectified. Overall a very pleasant experience and would definitely come again.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on 7 March 2025
    Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at The Ivy Cardiff. We're happy we could meet your expectations and we hope to see you soon

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  8. SweetJA

    London4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Normally my experience at the Ivy is 5 stars. On this occasion the service was really poor. I got the impression they were understaffed that night. Hopefully it’s just a one off.

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  9. Karen

    Bath2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked for a birthday celebration. Lovely meal, very much enjoyed. Only criticism, had to ask for the complimentary celebration dessert, this was embarrassing and could have been completely avoided. When we have been before, it has been brought out before desserts, and it was ideal. why would you want this to come out after dessert? My guess is they want you to spend more money by ordering dessert. Would probably book elsewhere in future.
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on 4 March 2025
    Hi there Karen, we appreciate your honest review. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are disappointed to hear that your experience with us wasn’t all positive.

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  10. Giuseppe

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fodd was great, add a pleasant service in a nice atmosphere, aaand you get a great dining experience!
    The Ivy CardiffResponded on 4 March 2025
    Hi there Guiseppe, we are so glad that we were able to go above and beyond your expectations! Thank you, and have a fantastic day!

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FAQs

The Ivy Cardiff is rated 4.5 stars by 14017 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
23:00
Booked 127 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy Cardiff

69/70 St David’s, Cardiff, WLS CF10 1GA

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dominik Malecki
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