The Ivy St Helen's Square York

We went as a party of four for my daughters 21st, the food was beautiful and well presented and our waiter (sam thorp) was very friendly and attentive and really made the evening special. we were well looked after and they made a fuss of my daughter on her 21st, which was lovely. we will definitely be back, i can't wait!

Some of the best food i've ever eaten. lovely and clean everywhere. will definitely visit again. i had the vegetarian option off the set menu, the brownie and vanilla cloud dessert, and a cotton candy cocktail.

Came across the ivy by accident while looking for a breakfast place in york city centre. we were greeted by a friendly member of staff who found us a table straightaway. i went for the pancakes while my husband chose the eggs benedict. we were served by a lovely waitress who was extremely attentive and chatted with us about our plans for the day which was great. the pancakes were a delight- light, fluffy with fresh cream and berries and the berry compote alongside was beautifully tart. my husband said the eggs benedict was delicious too. the decor of the restaurant is beautiful and would be a fabulous place for cocktails or a celebration dinner. a real treat.

Fantastic all round. great atmosphere, the service went above and beyond and the food divine. would highly recommended and would visit again. the price wasn't any dearer than some of the chains of brewers in our home town of milton keynes.

Visited for lunch and found it to be a very busy energetic restaurant. was virtually full on arrival. service is superb, quick and efficient. food is very good but has some big competition in york, so lots of nearby restaurants serving equal and better food. decor is nice inside, and atmosphere vibrant. we enjoyed it overall but a bit on the expensive side for some dishes. the cheese soufflé was gorgeous!