Ivy Kensington Brasserie
Kensington Palace Gardens, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Ivy Kensington Brasserie is worth booking when you want a polished, easy Kensington High Street meal rather than a destination tasting menu. It suits repeat visits, mixed groups, breakfast-to-late-dinner plans, anyone prioritising location and flexibility over a chef-led dining proposition.
About Ivy Kensington Brasserie
For a London meal where convenience matters, Ivy Kensington Brasserie is a practical option to consider. The venue is in London, keeps long daily opening hours, lists a smart casual dress code.
The case for booking is practical. Ivy Kensington Brasserie opens from 8 AM to 12 AM Monday to Saturday, from 9 AM to 11:30 PM on Sunday. That schedule gives diners a broad window to plan around, especially compared with restaurants that operate on narrower service times. For the latest booking availability, menu details, party policies, check the venue's official channels before committing.
Book it for convenience, not a tasting-menu arc
This is not a venue to describe as a long, chef-driven progression or a tightly structured tasting format. It is not a tasting-menu-only experience, it is best approached for the basics that are known: London location, long opening hours, smart casual dress.
That positioning can still be useful if the occasion fits. Ivy Kensington Brasserie is open late most nights, with midnight closing Monday to Saturday and 11:30 PM on Sunday. If you need a specific service detail, seating arrangement, menu item, or dietary accommodation, confirm directly with the restaurant rather than assuming it from the listing.
Who should pick this over other options
Choose Ivy Kensington Brasserie when its practical details match the brief: London, long daily hours, a smart casual dress code. If you are comparing it with other named options, you might also look at Krokodilos, ADORA PIZZA, Chakra, Jacuzzi, or The Terrace on Holland Street, depending on what kind of booking you are trying to make. For a broader London scan, use Pearl's London restaurants guide.
The main reason to book Ivy Kensington Brasserie is the practical combination of a London location, long opening hours, smart casual expectations. Go in with those details in mind, check the restaurant directly for anything more specific.
Planning details
- Location
- 96 Kensington High St, London W8 4SG, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- ivycollection.com
- Phone
- +442033010500
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ivy Kensington Brasserie occupies a comfortably middle register between fast-casual and formal tasting menus, delivering the brasserie logic of à la carte flexibility and a room that accommodates many occasions at once. It reads as unfussy rather than avant-garde: familiar, well-calibrated dishes arrive in a setting that suits both hurried midday meals and more leisurely evenings. The restaurant leans into approachable, polished cooking rather than experimental theatre; it belongs to The Ivy Collection and trades on a reliable, social energy that matches the steady foot traffic around Kensington High Street and the nearby cultural institutions.
Best For
This brasserie is best for weekday lunches when diners are time-pressed and want a dependable, well-paced meal, and for evening dinners when the room eases into a more relaxed rhythm. Its middle-register positioning makes it suitable for return visits and a range of occasions — from museum-before or after-concert dining to celebratory group meals — without the formality or advance planning required at high-end tasting rooms.
Ordering Tips
Expect an à la carte menu built for flexibility: choose straightforward, signature comforts at lunch for speed, and opt for slightly more leisurely plates in the evening when service relaxes. Because the venue is part of The Ivy Collection and aims to host a variety of occasions, consider it a safe bet for groups or celebratory bookings; the brasserie format typically allows walk-ins at off-peak times but benefits from a reservation during busy museum or concert nights.
Venue details
Ambiance
Polished design with shining floors, high ceilings, wall of windows creating an urbane, lively brasserie atmosphere.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- The Ivy Classic Shepherd’s Pie
- The Ivy Chocolate Bombe
- Chicken Milanese
Planning details
Location
96 Kensington High St, London W8 4SG, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Jacuzzi, Notable alternative
- Krokodilos, Greek, £££
- Chakra, Notable alternative
- The Terrace on Holland Street, Notable alternative
- ADORA PIZZA, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in west London
Ivy Kensington Brasserie is the safer pick for convenience: central Kensington High Street location, all-day usefulness, an easier fit for mixed groups. Krokodilos gives you a clearer cuisine call at £££ if Greek food is the point of the meal, while ADORA PIZZA is the lower-commitment choice when pizza is enough and the room matters less.
For atmosphere-led dining, cross-shop Jacuzzi and The Terrace on Holland Street before defaulting here. Chakra is also the better direction if the group wants a more defined restaurant identity. Book Ivy Kensington Brasserie when the decision is about ease, location, broad appeal rather than a specific cuisine-led night.
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Compare Ivy Kensington Brasserie
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Kensington Brasserie | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Jacuzzi | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Krokodilos | London | Greek | £££ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate |
| Chakra | London | ; | ; | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| The Terrace on Holland Street | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| ADORA PIZZA | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Ivy Kensington Brasserie?
Book ahead if you want a specific time. Ivy Kensington Brasserie is open from 8 AM to 12 AM Monday to Saturday and from 9 AM to 11:30 PM on Sunday, but availability should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Can Ivy Kensington Brasserie accommodate groups?
If you are planning for several people, contact Ivy Kensington Brasserie directly to confirm availability, seating, any booking requirements.
Can I eat at the bar at Ivy Kensington Brasserie?
Is Ivy Kensington Brasserie good for solo dining?
Its long opening hours may make planning easier, but seating options and availability should be confirmed directly with the venue.
What should I wear to Ivy Kensington Brasserie?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose clothing consistent with that standard.
Does Ivy Kensington Brasserie handle dietary restrictions?
Contact Ivy Kensington Brasserie directly before booking if you need something specific.
