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The Ivy Oxford Brasserie, Oxford, ENG

The Ivy Oxford Brasserie

4.5 (8576)
£25 and under
British
120-121 High Street, Oxford, ENG OX1 4DF

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The Ivy Oxford Brasserie

4.5
£25 and under
British
Oxford

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 105 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Set on Oxford’s bustling High Street, The Ivy Oxford Brasserie brings relaxed all-day dining to the bustling High Street, close to the University of Oxford and some of the city’s best-known landmarks. It’s an inviting Oxford restaurant for breakfast and weekend brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, pre-theatre dining, dinner and drinks. Step inside to discover marble floors, striking burnt-orange banquettes and beautifully detailed interiors, creating a lively yet elegant setting for everything from a casual lunch to graduation celebrations and special occasions. The menu brings together much-loved Ivy classics, modern British dishes, vegan options and seasonal favourites, alongside cocktails and an extensive wine list. Whether you’re exploring Oxford, meeting for brunch, celebrating graduation or planning dinner in the city centre, The Ivy Oxford Brasserie offers a memorable place to eat and drink from morning until late.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 8:30 am–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–12:00 am Sun 8:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ryan France
  • Private party facilities
    Located among the city’s must-see sights, The Ivy Oxford Brasserie is the perfect location for visitors and locals alike to enjoy relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining. While our elegant private room is perfect for big-occasion dining, celebration birthdays and stylish working lunches.
  • Private party contact
    The Events Team: 020 3727 6548
  • Neighborhood
    Oxford
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Oxford Station(16 min walk)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • A Night of Elton

    £55.00 per person

    1 - 10 people

    Nov 13, 2026 only
    Your song. Your night. Join us for A Night of Elton, a live tribute to Elton John’s biggest feel-good hits, performed by our resident artists from 7.30 pm to 10.30 pm. Enjoy our Festive menu for 2 courses from £55 per person, featuring festive favourites including Turkey Ballotine, Pan-fried Sea Bass and Caviar and Baileys Chocolate Bombe. À la carte dining is also available.
    A Night of Elton Photo
  • Festive Set Menu

    £55.00 per person

    1 - 5 people

    Nov 4, 2026 - Dec 29, 2026
    Celebrate the magic of Christmas with our Festive Set Menu. Join us at The Ivy for a deliciously festive occasion, perfect for creating new holiday traditions. Our beautifully curated Festive Set Menu is available at £55 for two-courses and £65 for three-courses and includes an Ivy Christmas Cracker, a side, and mince pies with tea or coffee. The Festive set menu features seasonal favourites, indulgent treats, and a touch of Ivy sparkle to make your celebration truly special.
    Festive Set Menu Photo
  • Festive Group Menu

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    6 - 50 people

    Nov 4, 2026 - Dec 29, 2026
    £55 for two courses, £65 for three courses. Celebrate the magic of Christmas with our beautifully curated Festive Set Menu, complete with The Ivy Christmas cracker, a side, and tea or coffee — perfect for creating new holiday traditions. Join us at The Ivy for a deliciously festive occasion, where the Festive Set Menu features seasonal favourites, indulgent treats, and a touch of Ivy sparkle to make your celebration truly special. Bookings of 6+ must dine from this menu, and a deposit of £10 per person is required to confirm the booking — fully refundable up to 48 hours prior.
    Festive Group Menu Photo

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Ivy Oxford Brasserie.

4.5

4.5
(8576)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for brunch

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    British

  • Oxford

    Best Overall

  • Oxford

    Best Service

  • Oxford

    Best Ambiance

  • Oxford

    Great for brunch

  • Oxford

    Good for business meals

  • Oxford

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Oxford

    Hot spot

  • Oxford

    Great for fine wines

  • Oxford

    Romantic

  • Oxford

    Good for special occasions

  • Oxford

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy - Oxford offers an elegant dining experience with "consistently excellent food and service" and "great ambience." Despite occasional service hiccups, guests enjoy the "beautifully decorated" setting and delicious menu. Highlights include attentive staff, delectable dishes, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes special occasions truly memorable.
8,576 Reviews
  1. Sebastian

    Oxford1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very lovely atmosphere, beautiful food and drinks. Great for an occasion such as an anniversary or date night. Reasonably affordable for a ‘fine dining’ meal. Would go again!

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  2. Michael

    Oxford5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place, food was excellent, didnt have to wait too long between servings, would definately recommend this place to anyone that wants a relaxing meal, and a great atmosphere.

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  3. Matthew

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous place to go for a meal, food lovely, service excellent & ambience just right, highly recommend.

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  4. Lulu

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely birthday lunch for my Sister. The food was delicious and Torrin provided excellent service with humour and a smile. Thank you for not having music on, it was so relaxing to be able to eat and chat without having to compete with music.

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  5. Sonia

    Oxford2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a very pleasant experience , eating at the Ivy ! Our waiter was wonderful, very professional and attentive which is what we have come to expect at the Ivy Oxford.

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  6. Raj

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was fine. However, the service left a lot to be desired. Was given half a glass of Coke zero in a small glass. When we asked why we were fobbed off rather than being dealt with. Also to ask for the table to be cleared. Little attention from waiting staff. Feel feels like standards have dropped after the last couple of visits.

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  7. John-Paul

    London2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Wrong food order, poor service, than I got my veg whilst waiting for the main so it could goncold - so what should have been a relaxing meal together be ame a stressful experience whereby sat and watched my wife eat, then my food arrived and she could watch me eat. At the prices charged, a disgrace. Best of all they put 12 5% service charge just to rub it in.

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  8. KATIE

    Mid Wales1 review

    1.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We were extremely disappointed in our latest visit to the Ivey Oxford, we are regulars and value the ambience we have usually had there. We always bring visitors to Oxford there for a lovely meal where we can catch up and have an ambient intimate meal together. We thought it would be lovely to take our latest visitors of whom we have not seen for a year. We had hoped we would have the same experience, but this was ruined last night by the loudest singer blasting out massive numbers which completely ruined our evening. It would have been fine if we were at a bar for live music and that is what we had expected. We had to move table hoping to find a quieter table, but it made no difference. Even though many other diners also asked for the volume to be turned down, none of could not hear ourselves speak. They did not turn it down, the singer then went up to people and got them to sing along with her, it was awful and so embarrassing for us. I hope this is NOT the direction the Ivey will develop into with its new owners, as this will ruin the place for us. Many other diners were completely shocked like we were. This is our favourite place to go for a meal, and this would be so upsetting if it were to be the norm. It lowered the class of the place and everything we thought it stood for. It was a horrible experience and we would have left, but as it was so late we did not think we could get another table anywhere else. We read up on this afterwards as we obviously were not aware and we should have been informed when booking as we would have gone elsewhere. The singer's response was, ''well Cambridge loved it.'' The sound was far too loud and she had no consideration for those trying to eat in peace and quiet. Food and service were great as usual and this complaint is in no way a reflection on them. Even the kitchen staff were taken aback when they came out the kitchen...

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  9. Julie

    Bath3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal before theatre. Lovely atmosphere. Attentive staff.

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  10. Herjinder

    Birmingham1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were greeted at the door and seated by the window, took about 5 mins for someone to come over for drinks order and then got them after about 10-15 mins and then ordered food which was all good, but the chips not good but everything was ok, maybe expected a lot more from the ivy but just a normal experience nothing special. They charge a 12.5 % service charge which shouldn't be the case because if you get the best service you will always tip , and its a lot when prices are already high.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 8:30 am–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–12:00 am Sun 8:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ryan France
  • Private party facilities
    Located among the city’s must-see sights, The Ivy Oxford Brasserie is the perfect location for visitors and locals alike to enjoy relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining. While our elegant private room is perfect for big-occasion dining, celebration birthdays and stylish working lunches.
  • Private party contact
    The Events Team: 020 3727 6548
  • Neighborhood
    Oxford
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Oxford Station(16 min walk)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, The Ivy - Oxford works well for special evenings: guests have marked anniversaries and date reservations there, enjoying the atmosphere and wine.

Guests describe portions at The Ivy - Oxford as generous or 'perfect', many visitors leave comfortably satisfied.

Sunday is a lovely choice, guests praise The Ivy - Oxford for Sunday breakfast and there’s an afternoon-tea offering noted for Sunday afternoons.

The Ivy - Oxford feels stylish and glamorous, think 1920s-inspired décor and a cozy, springlike vibe, with a vibrant, beautifully decorated dining room and occasional live music that adds to the buzz.

Smart casual is the guide at The Ivy - Oxford: polished but relaxed, many guests treat it as an occasion to dress up a little for celebrations and special nights out.

Yes, families frequently celebrate here: reviews describe large family bookings and birthday meals that included children (one party’s youngest was an 11‑year‑old), showing the restaurant regularly hosts family occasions.

The Ivy - Oxford is at its calmest for an early-evening booking, guests say arriving early in the evening was “quite quiet” before the later bustle, and Sunday breakfast is also praised as a lovely treat.

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A photo of The Ivy Oxford Brasserie restaurant

The Ivy Oxford Brasserie

4.5
£25 and under
British
Oxford

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 105 times today
Experiences are available.
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