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The Ivy St. Helen’s Square, York, ENG

The Ivy St. Helen’s Square

4.5
4.5
12536 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 98 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
The Ivy St. Helen's Square is located on the eponymous square in the heart of York and will serve all-encompassing, contemporary British menus.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 8:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01904 403888
  • Website
    https://ivycollection.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sean Burbidge
  • Private party facilities
    Within 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 contact
    The Events Team: 020 3727 6548
  • Location
    2 St. Helen's Square, York, ENG YO1 8QP
  • Area
    York
  • Parking details
    NCP 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 transit
    York train station, Station Rd, York YO24 1AB (9 min walk from the station)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Breakfast Set Menu

    £17.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your mornings with our £17.95 breakfast set menu. Begin your day with a choice of refreshing smoothies and a tempting selection of pastries to start, accompanied by The Ivy Breakfast featuring all the classics. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Breakfast Set Menu photo

  • Festive Set Menu

    13 Nov 2024 - 2 Jan 2025
    Immerse yourself in the magic of the season with our Festive Set Menu. Enjoy two courses for £50 or three for £55 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

  • 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

Menu

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What 12,536 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Yorkshire

    Most Booked

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for brunch

  • North Yorkshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • North Yorkshire

    Lively

  • North Yorkshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy St. Helen's Square offers a delightful dining experience with exquisite decor and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests praise its "superb food" and "first-class service," making it perfect for special occasions. While some experienced service delays, the restaurant consistently delivers "amazing" culinary delights and attentive staff, ensuring a memorable visit.

12,536 Reviews

  1. Natalie

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant as always, amazing food but slow to serve courses

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  2. Ben

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, service, electric atmosphere can’t rave about it enough would recommend the ivy to anybody so so good

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  3. Ian

    Newcastle

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Worst experience ever here , service appalling , food lukewarm and tasteless,

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  4. Anne

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most beautiful evening celebrating our anniversary. Fabulous food, lovely service and great ambience. As always The Ivy lived up to expectations.

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  5. Brian

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The afternoon tea was absolutely delicious and very filling. The service was first class. Well worth a visit
    The Ivy St. Helen’s SquareResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you very much, we will share and celebrate your feedback.

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  6. Suzanne

    Yorkshire

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and food was lovely as we expected, however, an hour and a half in when we had just completed our desserts, we were told our table was needed so we had to hurry up. We had wanted to have another drink or coffee but We then asked for the bill, paid and we’re getting ourselves together all the while being constantly watched by the person who told us to hurry up. He then came over again to remind us to leave. We literally were out before the 1hr 45 minute time was up. We felt very hurried and pushed out. This is not the type of service you expect at the Ivy. My friends and I were very disappointed in the attitude and how we were treated.

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  7. Yvette

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a beautiful place and the staff are truly amazing!

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  8. Nicola

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ivy is an exquisite restaurant to eat at. The staff are lovely and accommodating and the service is impeccable! The food is beautiful and delicious!

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  9. Sharon

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time cocktails quite expensive but it was worth it would go again

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  10. Pauline

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My Husband and I thought our breakfast was very good. Thank you.

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FAQs

The Ivy St. Helen’s Square is rated 4.5 stars by 12536 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 98 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy St. Helen’s Square

2 St. Helen's Square, York, ENG YO1 8QP

Additional information

  • Area
    York
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 8:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    NCP 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 transit
    York train station, Station Rd, York YO24 1AB (9 min walk from the station)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sean Burbidge
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://ivycollection.com/
  • Phone number
    01904 403888
  • Private party facilities
    Within 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 contact
    The Events Team: 020 3727 6548
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