The Ivy Oxford Brasserie
120-121 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4DF, GB
Rating: 4.4 ★ (2027 ratings)
Details
Sumptuous Art-Deco details, marble floors, and striking burnt orange banquettes create a haven from the everyday bustle at The Ivy Oxford Brasserie, located on the city's vibrant High Street. This cosmopolitan spot offers an accessible all-encompassing menu, serving British classics and international dishes from breakfast through to dinner, including weekend brunch and afternoon tea. Expect everything from the renowned Ivy shepherd's pie and crispy duck salad to delightful vegan and vegetarian options, ensuring a sophisticated yet relaxed all-day dining experience for visitors exploring Oxford's famous landmarks. The ambiance is often described as lively and charming, making it a popular choice for special occasions or simply a stylish break from sightseeing.
Beyond the main restaurant's impressive interior, which features richly floral palm-lined walls and 18th-century prints of Oxford, the brasserie also boasts elegant private dining options. The Botanical Room, located on the first floor, is adorned with locally-inspired artwork and vintage, floral-print dining chairs, offering an opulent setting for celebratory meals or gatherings. Whether you're indulging in a pre-theatre cocktail, enjoying a leisurely lunch, or marking a significant event, the attention to detail in both the food and service aims to make every visit memorable. The menu extends to creative cocktails and an impressive wine list, perfectly complementing dishes that range from comforting classics to more inventive culinary creations.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Comments
My grandma used to say, ‘ you get what your pay for’. Yes, The Ivy is a little pricier than your run-of-the-mill restaurant, but you get amazing flavours, service, decor and atmosphere.
The duck starter I had was bursting with flavour, my wife’s crab amazingly presented. The fish for my main was so light and delicate it was to die for. Best fish and chips ever and the Crème Brûlée, just wow.
Bellissimo!!!! 🤩 ❤️
The venue is typically Ivy stunning, a grand building, tiles, wood, hundreds of pictures on the wall, lovely cutlery, lovely crockery, ace toilets, it’s gorgeous.
Service from the staff was great, but I gave it 4-stars as it took over 30 minutes for our food to arrive. Fair enough - we were booked in at 08:30 when it opened and perhaps the chefs didn’t turn up in time to get a load of prep done, but it isn’t typical Ivy in our experience. It wasn’t a massive inconvenience, but just seemed ‘slow’ compared to usual.
Aside from that the people and cheeriness and everything about the service was ace.
The food was great, a lovely full English, some pancakes and fruit, some toast, couple of smoothie juices, tea and coffee.
We always enjoy Ivy breakfasts, whether it’s York, City of London, Manchester, and now Oxford.
The food was nothing short of spectacular—every dish was a hit with our family! It was clear that a lot of thought and care goes into it.
The service was impeccable! The staff were attentive, always there when we needed them but never in the way.
What really made the night special for us was how accommodating our host was. He was so polite and friendly and on hand with whatever we needed.
As part of the private dining, we were able to have our own music, which allowed us to add a personal touch to the evening that really made it ours. It felt so great to also have some extra freedom with decor to create the atmosphere we wanted.
And let’s not forget the complimentary glass of fizz! A lovely touch to toast our new beginning and celebrate the evening!
Overall, The Ivy truly helped make our wedding day unforgettable. If you're considering a private dining experience, I can’t recommend them enough. Thank you, Ivy team, for making our celebration so special! 💖🥂
We had the eggs royale which come with chips. The dish was well executed and all ingredients fresh and tasty. we had a couple of veggie sides of which the heritage tomatoes were the highlight. we also shared the crispy duck salad for a starter but it wasn’t something I would order again.