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The Ivy St Albans Brasserie, St. Albans, ENG

The Ivy St Albans Brasserie

4.6 (6507)
£25 and under
British
1-3 Verulam Road, St. Albans, ENG AL3 4DA

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The Ivy St Albans Brasserie

4.6
£25 and under
British
St Albans

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2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Just moments from some of St Albans’ best-known landmarks, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie brings relaxed all-day dining to Verulam Road, just a stone’s throw from St Albans Cathedral, the Town Hall, Market and Museum + Gallery. It’s an inviting St Albans restaurant for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks, whether you’re exploring the city or celebrating something special. Step inside to discover sophisticated interiors and a lively yet welcoming atmosphere, with live jazz adding an extra touch of occasion every other Wednesday. The menu brings together much-loved Ivy classics, modern British dishes and seasonal favourites, alongside expertly made cocktails and an extensive wine list. Whether you’re visiting the market, meeting friends for a leisurely meal or looking for somewhere special for dinner in St Albans, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie offers a memorable setting from morning until late.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Thu 09:00–23:30 Wed 09:00–22:30 Fri, Sat 09:30–23:30 Sun 09:30–22:30
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ermond Cara
  • Private party facilities
    For those looking for a little something extra to celebrate with friends or impress at a business lunch, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie offers a semi-private dining area, seating up to 12 people.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: 01727 615300
  • Area
    St Albans
  • Parking Details
    Christopher Place Car Park, 3 Upper Dagnall St, St Albans AL3 5EA (2 min walk from the car park) NCP Car Park St Albans Gombards, Gombards, St Albans AL3 5EN (4 min walk from the car park)
  • Public transport
    St Albans station. Station Way St. Albans AL1 5HE (15 min walk from the station)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Cool Britannia Menu

    £19.96 per person

    1 - 8 people

    2 Sept 2026 - 3 Nov 2026
    Celebrating 30 years of Cool Britannia, The Ivy invites you on a nostalgic journey back to the unmistakable spirit of the 90s, an era defined by bold fashion, groundbreaking art and the sounds of Brit Pop. Drawing on The Ivy West Street’s iconic heritage, the Cool Britannia menu brings the spirit of the decade to life through a selection of Ivy classics, with two-courses available for £19.96.
    Cool Britannia Menu photo
  • Live Music : A Night Of Dolly Parton

    £60.00 per person

    1 - 10 people

    9 Oct 2026 only
    Celebrate the warmth ,wit and iconic songs of Dolly Parton with live music from 7.30 - 10.30 pm. Enjoy a three-course Experience Menu with a glass of Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée for £60 per person, featuring The Ivy favourites, including Steak Tartare, Salmon Supreme and The Ivy Chocolate Bombe. À la carte dining is also available.
  • Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 10 people

    31 Oct 2026 - 1 Nov 2026
    £32.50 for adults and £27.50 for children, including breakfast and a special Halloween gift for our smallest guests. Celebrate Halloween at The Ivy with our inaugural Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet – the perfect half term treat. Fancy dress is highly encouraged, so bring along your little ghosts, ghouls and monsters for a morning brimming with Halloween fun. A non-refundable £10 deposit per person is required to secure your booking.
    Little Monsters Breakfast Banquet photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Ivy St Albans Brasserie.

4.6

4.6
(6507)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Hertfordshire

    Great for brunch

  • Hertfordshire

    Lively

  • Hertfordshire

    Most Booked

  • St. Albans

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy St Albans Brasserie offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and elegant decor. The "Cool Britannia Menu" is highlighted for its superb flavors and presentation. While some service issues are noted, the overall atmosphere and culinary delights ensure a memorable visit.
6,507 Reviews
  1. Carly

    Hertfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service at the Ivy St Albans branch. A huge thank you to Sheila who was full of effervescence and very attentive. Enjoyed being introduced to the team. Lovely to be spoilt with a complimentary dessert for our anniversary which was delicious. Thanks!
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded today
    Thank you for the lovely review, I will pass on the klind words to sheila, please join us again in the future.

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  2. Professor Ian

    London7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff at the Ivy are really professional, friendly and hospitable. I was looking forward to tasting some of the new dishes on the menu. The restaurant was busy and I think that impacted the experience, the food was average and this is unusual for the the Ivy St Albans.
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded today
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found our team professional, friendly and hospitable. We’re sorry to hear that your recent dining experience didn’t quite meet your expectations, particularly as you were looking forward to trying our new dishes. While we appreciate that the restaurant was busy, we understand that this should not impact the quality of your experience or our food. Your comments are important to us and will be shared with the team. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to The Ivy St Albans and providing the experience you know and expect from us.

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  3. Thomas

    Hertfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an earley evening meal at 1800pm, the service and food were excellent coupled with a nice quiet ambiance made the evening very enjoyable.
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the lovely feeback, we hope to have the opurtunity to welcome you back in the future.

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  4. Eva

    Hertfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always great service from start to the end. Thank you for looking after us and providing the best service! Super friendly yet very professional. Thank you
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the stunning review, we look forward to welcoming you back.

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  5. Eric

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was bland. Could have been bought at the local supermarket. Looked and tasted like manufactured, not prepared from scratch by a chef in the kitchen.

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  6. Suzanne

    Hertfordshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely venue for a special occasion. Good selection of drinks although not much choice with beers such as IPA. I was very surprised how nice the non alcoholic Orange Spritz cocktail was, it wasn't too sweet, just right. Service was excellent and staff very attentive and helpful with a happy demeanour. Food was very tasty and good size portions. The starter cheese souffle was exceptional and the feta, fig and chicory leaves was very good too. My partner said the Ribeye steak was the right size and perfectly cooked. I had the chicken in breadcrumbs which was a bit hard and dry but because it was accompanied with a truffle sauce it was easier to eat. We ended with Creme Brulee which was a lovely dessert to end the meal with. All in all very happy all round and highly recommend.
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit, particularly the excellent service, delicious food, and the non-alcoholic Orange Spritz. It’s wonderful to know that the cheese soufflé, feta with fig and chicory, ribeye and crème brûlée were all highlights of your meal. We’re also grateful for your feedback regarding the beer selection and the chicken in breadcrumbs. We’re always looking for ways to improve, and your comments have been shared with the team for consideration. It was a pleasure to welcome you for your special occasion, and we’re so pleased that you were happy with your overall experience. Thank you again for your kind recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

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  7. Carly

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening to celebrate our anniversary. Food and service always great.
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the lovely review, we are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time with us. Please join us again soon.

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  8. Oliver Gold

    London6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A nice dinner to celebrate my amazing wife's PhD. Food was nice. The maître d'hotel was fabulous – knowledgeable and friendly (without being obtrusive). I think the best in St Albans for a family celebration – just without being truly great.
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for joining us on such a special occasion, and thank you for the positive feedback, please join us again in the future.

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  9. Kay

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elegant and sophisticated. A lovely treat for our friends special birthdays.
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the glowing review, please join us again in the future.

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  10. Raymond

    Hertfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic breakfast, welcoming, friendly and helpful staff. Brilliant atmosphere. Will get here again.
    The Ivy St Albans BrasserieResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for the lovely review, we hope to see you again in the future.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Thu 09:00–23:30 Wed 09:00–22:30 Fri, Sat 09:30–23:30 Sun 09:30–22:30
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ermond Cara
  • Private party facilities
    For those looking for a little something extra to celebrate with friends or impress at a business lunch, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie offers a semi-private dining area, seating up to 12 people.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: 01727 615300
  • Area
    St Albans
  • Parking Details
    Christopher Place Car Park, 3 Upper Dagnall St, St Albans AL3 5EA (2 min walk from the car park) NCP Car Park St Albans Gombards, Gombards, St Albans AL3 5EN (4 min walk from the car park)
  • Public transport
    St Albans station. Station Way St. Albans AL1 5HE (15 min walk from the station)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Expect The Ivy St Albans to feel busy at peak times, several guests describe the restaurant as 'packed' or 'busy', while other visitors note quieter moments, with one praising 'nice quiet surroundings' for conversation and another saying it wasn't noisy on a bank holiday Saturday.

The Ivy St Albans feels stylish and upmarket, with elegant decor and a distinctive fragrance noted by guests; it swings between lively and noisy at peak times (reviewers mention live music on Wednesday nights) and quieter, more relaxed corners such as the greenhouse section.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, a comfortable fit for the many guests who choose The Ivy St Albans for anniversaries and other special occasions.

Yes, The Ivy St Albans is family-friendly: it offers a kids' menu, runs children’s events like the Elves' Christmas Breakfast, and staff routinely look after groups with children.

Sunday is a lovely choice, several guests praise the Sunday lunch and roast, noting relaxed, well-served Sunday visits.

For a relaxed visit, aim for Sunday lunch or a weekend breakfast at The Ivy St Albans Brasserie, guests praise its Sunday lunches and weekend breakfasts; note Wednesday evenings feature live music.

Portions are commonly described as generous, guests repeatedly note the food is 'plenty' or 'good size' and many leave comfortably full.

Yes, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie is often chosen for anniversaries and special evenings, with guests highlighting attentive service and thoughtful touches for celebratory visits.

The Ivy St Albans Brasserie serves in its main dining areas with a bar and a distinct 'greenhouse' section, and it welcomes private parties.

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The Ivy St Albans Brasserie

4.6
£25 and under
British
St Albans

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.
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