The Ivy Collection
Since opening its doors in 1917, The Ivy has earned a reputation for impeccable service, timeless elegance, and a passion for exceptional food that continues to inspire generations of diners.
The Ivy Collection
How The Ivy went from humble origins
to a national icon
The Original West Street since 1917
19
17
The Original Ivy Opens
Abel Giandolini opens The Original Ivy, joined by Mario Gallati a few years later
19
20
The Place to Be
The Original Ivy becomes the regular haunt for icons including Puccini, HG Wells and Winston Churchill
19
40
The Second World War
The Ivy remains open for service throughout the war, even after suffering damage during the Blitz
50s–80s
Part of the Furniture
The Ivy passed hands a few times, and remains a regular hotspot for the West End’s theatre scene
19
89
Rennovation
The Original Ivy was taken over by Chris Corbin and Jeremy King, who renovated the restaurant
19
95
Star Status
The Ivy becomes the definitive hang out for the biggest artists, musicians and politicians of the era
20
07
Beginning of the Present
The Original Ivy bought by Richard Caring
20
14
Expansion
The Ivy Market Grill opens, becoming the first Ivy location outside of West Street
20
25
Mordern Day
The Ivy Collection has expanded to 45 restaurants including sites in England, Scotland, Wales, N. Ireland and Ireland, with locations in London and Nottingham opening soon
Future
The Future
We have come a long way since opening our doors for the first time, and we look forward to opening more doors across the UK in the future
THE IVY ORIGINAL WEST STREET
LONDON
The Ivy Collection
Bringing the elegance of London's West End
across the nation
The Ivy is proud to share the same magic moments enjoyed by our regulars in 1917 with each and every one of our guests today...
The Original Ivy, West Street first opened in 1917
The Ivy Collection
Since 1917
An iconic venue exuding effortless glamour
A haven for private dining
We hope to continue to offer Ivy moments to our guests across the UK and beyond, making every visit as memorable as the first.
The Original West Street since 1917
Ivy locations across the UK and Ireland
The Ivy Collection
We can't wait to welcome you to your nearest Ivy location very soon.
The Original Ivy | West Street, London
