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Midnight Express at The Ivy

We’re proud to unveil, The Ivy Midnight Express – a nationwide celebration designed to capture the magic of Christmas and transport guests to the ultimate festive paradise through delicious food and drink, evocative décor and exquisite dining experiences. 

Inspired by the tale of Arthur, a young boy whose Christmas Eve adventure helps Santa back on track with the help of his beloved train set, The Ivy Midnight Express brings the nostalgia of festive storytelling into The Ivy’s brasseries, with installations that combine twinkling lights, vintage charm, and whimsical train motifs. Read more here.

From festive set menus, breakfast, afternoon tea and more, we can’t wait to welcome you to our enchanting seasonal celebrations inspired by festive magic, tradition, and flavour.

The Ivy’s Festive Set Menu

The Ivy’s Festive Set Menu (2 courses £55 / 3 courses £60) is perfect for guests who are looking for the ultimate festive dining experience with just the right amount of variety, the festive set menus bring together a selection of tempting dishes for a set price.

Starters include French Onion Soup, Duck Liver Parfait with cranberry chutney, and Tamarind Beetroot & Endive Salad. Main courses feature Turkey Ballotine with apricot and cranberry stuffing, Pan-fried Sea Bass with wild mushroom sauce, and a plant-based Lentil & Aubergine Bake. Desserts include flambéed Christmas Pudding, The Ivy Santa (a playful vanilla parfait with white chocolate blondie), and the signature Ivy Chocolate Bombe.

Seasonal Al A Carte Dishes

For guests looking for even more variety and choice this festive season need look no further than The Ivy Collection’s festive a la carte menu. Featuring delights from the Festive Set Menu and more, the a la carte also includes dishes such as a Lobster & Cheese Soufflé, twice-baked in a rich cream sauce with lobster and samphire, and a Chicken Bourguignon with smoked pancetta, chestnut mushrooms, pearl onions, served with a red wine sauce and green beans.

If you’re an earlier riser, start the day with seasonal flair and our The Ivy Festive Breakfast (pigs in blankets, scrambled eggs, rösti, and cranberry ketchup) or a vegetarian alternative, complemented by festive pastries and drinks such as a Pomegranate & Spiced Pear Bellini.

A quintessential experience, there’s something so special about our Afternoon Tea. With savouries such as Chicken Milanese & truffle brioche rolls, warm fruited scones and decadent sweet treats, paired with teas, infusions, or Nyetimber English Sparkling Wine, the festive twist on our iconic Afternoon Tea is not to be missed.

The celebrations extend well beyond Christmas Day, with curated menus for Boxing Day Brunch, which includes a glass of our refreshing Ivy Champagne and a delicious New Year’s Day from just £35.95.

Enjoy Nyetimber this festive season

This festive season, The Ivy Collection restaurants will be celebrating with Nyetimber as the sparkling wine of choice. Perfect for all occasions, whether celebrating with family, friends or colleagues Nyetimber’s signature sparkling wine is intense yet delicate, elegant yet complex – and has consistently been crowned one of the best English Sparkling Wines.

Meanwhile, those looking for a sparkling sip without alcohol will be more than catered for with Wild Idol’s vibrant and naturally alcohol-free sparkling alternative to wine. Hand-crafted from a superior blend of grapes by expert winemakers, the wine, available in white and rosé is vegan, gluten-free and rich with delicate bubbles. The perfect alternative to alcohol for those who want to drink less, without compromising on taste, Wild Idol will be available by the glass, bottle or magnum, as well as within the Wild Berries non-alcoholic cocktail.

The Ivy Collection’s team of expert mixologists have also crafted a selection of delicious festive cocktails to be enjoyed throughout the season. From a fruity Snowman Colada or a Ruby Cherry & Chocolate Sour to a spiced-berry Santa Baby or The Gift of Christmas, made with hot honey and fig leaf, there’s a sip to suit every tastebud on The Ivy’s festive cocktail list.