
The Ivy Winchester Brasserie
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About The Ivy Winchester Brasserie
The Ivy Winchester Brasserie is a British restaurant at 103-104 High St in Winchester. A number of tables are held back for drop-in diners, so guests can walk in without arranging a visit ahead of time. The kitchen serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a two-course lunch offer and seasonal menus that include a Spring/Summer Heritage Menu and a Mothers Day menu. Starters, mains and sides make up the main list, and the sides include truffle parmesan chips. Cocktails and champagne appear on the drinks list. The decor includes distinctive wallpaper. For celebrations such as birthdays, the staff bring complimentary ice cream or an extra dessert to the table.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention birthday complimentary ice cream, well-made cocktails, spring/summer heritage menu salads and truffle parmesan chips.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention birthday complimentary ice cream, well-made cocktails, spring/summer heritage menu salads and truffle parmesan chips.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the service, with reviewers repeatedly describing staff as attentive and kind, from a surprise extra dessert at breakfast to complimentary ice cream on a birthday. The food comes close behind: a ribeye steak on the bone, rump of lamb and truffle parmesan chips earn praise, while the Spring/Summer Heritage Menu salads are called fresh and beautifully presented. One lunch reviewer found the portions far more filling than expected, with generous starters making the side unnecessary, and cocktails were described as really well made. The decor draws words like gorgeous and elegant, and one reviewer mentions the wallpaper. Criticism is minor. One Sunday lunch guest found the gravy lacked body and was a little watery, though they called it a minor point on an otherwise lovely meal. One reviewer cited a two course lunch offer as great value. Several describe birthday or date night visits, and one mentions piano music playing in the toilets.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the service, with reviewers repeatedly describing staff as attentive and kind, from a surprise extra dessert at breakfast to complimentary ice cream on a birthday. The food comes close behind: a ribeye steak on the bone, rump of lamb and truffle parmesan chips earn praise, while the Spring/Summer Heritage Menu salads are called fresh and beautifully presented. One lunch reviewer found the portions far more filling than expected, with generous starters making the side unnecessary, and cocktails were described as really well made. The decor draws words like gorgeous and elegant, and one reviewer mentions the wallpaper. Criticism is minor. One Sunday lunch guest found the gravy lacked body and was a little watery, though they called it a minor point on an otherwise lovely meal. One reviewer cited a two course lunch offer as great value. Several describe birthday or date night visits, and one mentions piano music playing in the toilets.
Featured reviews
- Michael L
“We went on date night to the Ivy the 14th of Aug 2026 and we was not disappointed, this place lived up to the Ivy name. The service was amazing and attentive during our time from when we was shown our table to leaving after our meal. We did not wait long at all for our food or our drinks, the food was absoultly mind blowing!! The restaurant atmosphere is so nice espically with the lovely, elegant decor and vibrant yet 100% comfortable, you can tell everything has been thought out even the toliets play nice panio music in them lol. We will 100% be back again. Service 10/10, Food 10/10, Drinks 10/10 Staff 10/10. Food we had was Rump Lamb & a Ribeye Steak on the Bone, 2 portions of truffle paraseam Chips and a portion of green beans. Special shoutout to a member of staff who served us Rosie M, she was not only a rockstar to have serve you but good sense of humor and made sure we had everything we needed.”
- Debbie Smith
“Went for lunch, two course World Cup £19.66 offer, great value. Food was delicious and the wallpaper was excellent.”
- ww
“Had a lovely birthday celebration here! The food was delicious, everything was clean, and the atmosphere was great. The staff surprised me with complimentary ice cream 🍨, and wished me a happy birthday. Such a thoughtful touch. Thank you for making my day special!”
- Simon Bangs
“After a not-so-great experience on our last visit to Winchester, and being big fans of The Ivy, we decided to give it another try — and we’re so glad we did. We had an outstanding bank holiday meal with wonderful service from Amelie, who was extremely kind, helpful and attentive throughout. The Spring/Summer Heritage Menu has some really lovely light options that were perfect for a sunny day. The salads in particular were excellent — really fresh, tasty and beautifully presented. A completely different experience from last time, in all the best ways, and we very much hope to return again soon.”
- Amy Whittaker
“we enjoyed a gorgeous meal here with a voucher we were gifted. Food was delicious and staff were so friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“The Ivy Winchester Brasserie offers a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, holding back a number of tables for everyone wishing to drop in at their leisure”
- 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
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- Turtle Bay Winchester4.87,1330.1 mi£20–50Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ivy Winchester Brasserie | 4.52,941 | — | — | birthday complimentary ice cream, well-made cocktails, spring/summer heritage menu salads |
| Zizzi - Winchester | 4.42,625 | 0 mi | — | risotto, pizza, sea bass |
| Turtle Bay WinchesterOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.87,133 | 0.1 mi | £20–50 | sunday sharer, jerk chicken, coconut prawn curry |
| The Garden RestaurantOutdoor seating · Wheelchair accessible · Reservations | 3.910 | 0.1 mi | £20–60 | afternoon tea, garden setting, strong cocktails |
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