The Ivy City Garden
Dashwood House, 69 Old Broad Street, London, EC2M 1NA -
Up to
100 guests
There’s something very full circle about this Ivy site, which is the second to possess the ‘Garden’ moniker after The Ivy Chelsea Garden. It was Vintage Salt under previous tenant Des McDonald, who himself used to be head chef at – you guessed it – The Ivy. Located right by Liverpool Street station in serene Bishopsgate Gardens, the space incorporates a restaurant, bar, private dining room and the namesake garden, all decked out in the brand’s well-groomed, colourful interiors. A long, cuisine-leaping menu features everything from the famous shepherd’s pie to tuna carpaccio; ask one of the one-the-ball waiters for advice if you’re stumped what to order. We’d recommend prawn tempura pepped up with a matcha tea sauce and sprinklings of green papaya, edamame beans and cucumber shavings, and a generously portioned main of perfectly-cooked lobster with a side of rich truffle-and-parmesan-topped thick-cut chips. Dessert was a real showstopper, a chocolate bombe on a bed of milk foam, soft vanilla ice cream and sticky-sweet shards of honeycomb, melted at the table with a hot salted-caramel sauce. Vibrant surrounds (including a DJ) help this incarnation of The Ivy keep up with its younger City counterparts, and for big groups there’s a 32-cover private dining room upstairs which overlooks the garden.
Buzzy | Fun | Glamorous | Traditional | Dates | Romantic | Special Occasions Under 40S | Breakfast | Brunch | Outside Seating
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 32
Location
Reviews
Mostafa Maleki
February 2025Had an incredible time at The Ivy City Garden! From the stylish decor to the warm ambiance, everything about this place exudes elegance. The service was top-notch—friendly, professional, and always attentive. The food? Absolutely delicious! The seabass was cooked to perfection, and the starters were packed with flavor. The bar also impressed me with its beautifully crafted drinks—definitely a must-try! 🍸✨ If you’re looking for a chic and cozy spot for a special evening in London, this restaurant is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended
Fatemeh Etehadasnaf
February 2025I had an amazing dining experience at The Ivy City Garden! ✨ From the moment I walked in, the elegant ambiance and beautifully designed interior set the perfect tone for the evening. The service was impeccable—attentive, friendly, and professional. The food was simply outstanding! Every dish was crafted with precision and bursting with flavor. The seabass was the best I’ve ever had, and the starters were a perfect start to a fantastic meal. Not to mention, the bar serves some of the most refreshing and expertly made cocktails. 🍸 If you’re looking for a stylish yet cozy spot for a special dinner in London, this is the place to be! Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
lydia Thomas
February 2025Absolutely loved this place and I would 100 percent recommend it. We had lunch and the food was amazing. However I found it was dark and the candlelight wasn't enough to see the menu if you bad eyesight. Staff were actually amazing and made my birthday exceptional.
Polly May
February 2025Absolutely beautiful! Came for valentines weekend and the food was delicious! There was some live jazz which was magical! Beautiful ambience and all the staff so helpful and welcoming. Really enjoyed the smoked salmon starter , big portion perfect for sharing! And the main and dessert so delicious. Thank you to the kind waiter for taking a lovely photo of me and my partner, made our night even more special!
Cyrielle AH-FA
March 2025I went to several Ivy already but first time for this one and this is the prettiest from my opinion. The room is spacious with an amazing decoration. The winter garden is beautiful as well. We came for lunch with my husband and had eggs benedicts and shepherd pie. All was very good. We came with a pram as well and they gave us a table with more space which was great. We really like out lunch there even if the prices are a bit high.
