
The Ivy Asia Chelsea
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About The Ivy Asia Chelsea
The Ivy Asia Chelsea is an Asian restaurant in London at 203A King's Rd, open daily. A live DJ plays at dinner, and drinks and dishes are served with dry-ice theatrics. Guests who want to watch the kitchen can sit at the sushi counter beside the chef, while sofa seats, tables and a bar offer other places to settle in. The multi-course experience menu moves through a sushi course and finishes with dessert. Individual plates include miso-marinated cod, and the cherry blossom lychee martini is one of the cocktails. Vegetarian and plant-based options sit alongside the rest of the menu. The decor follows an Asian theme that carries through to the toilets. A special set menu marks Chelsea in Bloom.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tasting menu, miso-marinated cod, cherry blossom lychee martini and dry ice presentation.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tasting menu, miso-marinated cod, cherry blossom lychee martini and dry ice presentation.
Customer Review Summary
The decor is what reviewers raise most, calling it stunning and gorgeous, right down to toilets decorated in an Asian theme, with dry ice adding a touch to the meal. The food earns close praise, and diners name the miso-marinated cod, a keralan chickpea and aubergine curry, yellowtail, shrimp popcorn and miso aubergine. One reviewer also enjoyed a cherry blossom lychee martini that arrived with theatrics. Two reviewers describe the tasting or experience menu as many courses ending in ice cream, and another found the Samurai dessert came in huge portions. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and attentive, and one diner liked the live DJ for a Thursday dinner. The sharpest complaint comes from a birthday diner who found the sushi fish tiny, the chicken satay tasting of seasoning powder and the prawn toast soaked in grease. That diner cancelled the mains and noted no birthday acknowledgment. Another reviewer notes long pauses between courses in a half empty room. A separate birthday lunch ended with candles on the dessert platter.
Customer Review Summary
The decor is what reviewers raise most, calling it stunning and gorgeous, right down to toilets decorated in an Asian theme, with dry ice adding a touch to the meal. The food earns close praise, and diners name the miso-marinated cod, a keralan chickpea and aubergine curry, yellowtail, shrimp popcorn and miso aubergine. One reviewer also enjoyed a cherry blossom lychee martini that arrived with theatrics. Two reviewers describe the tasting or experience menu as many courses ending in ice cream, and another found the Samurai dessert came in huge portions. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and attentive, and one diner liked the live DJ for a Thursday dinner. The sharpest complaint comes from a birthday diner who found the sushi fish tiny, the chicken satay tasting of seasoning powder and the prawn toast soaked in grease. That diner cancelled the mains and noted no birthday acknowledgment. Another reviewer notes long pauses between courses in a half empty room. A separate birthday lunch ended with candles on the dessert platter.
Featured reviews
- Farnoosh Soltani
“Absolutely wonderful experience at The Ivy Asia Chelsea .The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and the atmosphere was lovely. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional, making the whole experience feel special from start to finish. Excellent service, great food, and a beautiful setting. Highly recommended! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
- Adam J
“Really disappointing experience, especially for a birthday dinner. The sushi was a huge letdown—the fish in the pieces was tiny, compared to photos in other reviews could barely taste it. The chicken satay didn’t taste like satay at all, more like it had been marinated in seasoning powder, prawn toast soaked in grease, canceled mains as the mood was ruined. Ironically, the best thing we had was the edamame. There was no birthday acknowledgment despite the occasion, and the service was average overall, although one waitress at the end was genuinely kind and helpful.”
- The G Force
“Wow! From the moment you step inside you are surrounded by the most gorgeous decor. Even the toilets were decorated with the Asian theme. Then there is the food which was delicious all with an Asian flair. We had a special set menu to choose from to mark Chelsea in bloom which meant two courses for under £25 which was great value. The staff were all welcoming, friendly & knowledgeable. Can’t wait to try the other Ivy Asia’s in London.”
- sandy skipper
“Wow to the decor and food. We had the experience menu and for £65 each we thought it was great value. Considering you'd easily pay 25 for an average steak anywhere. Lots of courses, each one amazing and the ice cream at the end! I wish I could make it. Various seating options, we had the comfy sofa seats but you can sit near chef at a counter too, which looked fun. I'm a bit short and old for bar stools though. Have attached pics of sushi course and pudding. Think 5 courses. You can see menus online. Will definitely go again. Staff were so sweet.”
- Lindsey h
“Great vibe with live DJ who was great, perfect mix for a Thursday dinner. Perfect volume. Great service from all the team, especially the two lovely bar tenders. We sat at the bar, which I prefer however also sushi counter and tables available. Yellowtail and shrimp popcorn are my two favourite dishes.. oh amd the miso aubergine 🍆”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“You'll find a menu as rich and varied as the diverse cultures that span the vast continent of Asia, with vegetarian and plant-based options to suit all tastes.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Location
Restaurants near The Ivy Asia Chelsea
- The Ivy Chelsea Garden4.37,1680 mi£30–80Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
steak, £19.95 two course menu, courgette fries
- Al Arez4.72,4680.5 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
chicken shawarma plate, complimentary baklava, generous portions
- Tapas Brindisa South Kensington4.22,5070.6 mi£20–60Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
jamon croquettes, sangria, pan con tomate
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ivy Asia Chelsea | 4.42,413 | — | — | tasting menu, miso-marinated cod, cherry blossom lychee martini |
| The Ivy Chelsea GardenOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.37,168 | 0 mi | £30–80 | steak, £19.95 two course menu, courgette fries |
| Al ArezOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.72,468 | 0.5 mi | £10–20 | chicken shawarma plate, complimentary baklava, generous portions |
| Tapas Brindisa South KensingtonOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.22,507 | 0.6 mi | £20–60 | jamon croquettes, sangria, pan con tomate |
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