The Ivy Marlow Garden, a charming British restaurant nestled in the heart of Marlow, has garnered rave reviews for its exceptional dining experience. Patrons have expressed delight over the warm and inviting atmosphere, which strikes a perfect balance between vibrant energy and relaxed comfort. The attentive service, particularly from staff members like Michael, Alex, and Josh, has received high commendations, creating an environment where guests feel genuinely cared for.
The food is another highlight, with dishes beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. Many reviews mention the two-course menu, which offers excellent value; dishes are crafted to perfection, making each bite memorable. Special occasions, like the New Year's Eve dinner, showcased a creative flair, featuring spectacular presentations such as the pop-out menu with flashing lights, alongside delectable options like tenderloin fillet steak and chocolate bombs for dessert.
Dining outside in the well-maintained garden section is a treat, particularly noted by families who appreciate the spacious accommodations. While the no-dogs policy may deter some, overall, The Ivy Marlow Garden emerges as a must-visit for anyone seeking a delightful culinary experience in a beautiful setting. Frequent visitors assure that you won't be disappointed with your meal, and indeed, many look forward to returning.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
On-site services available
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Reservations required
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Somewhat difficult to find a space
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Reviews For The Ivy Marlow Garden
Peter Lavery
Jun 16,2025
We visited the restaurant this evening with colleagues from work and were impressed by how well we were accommodated on such short notice. Despite the venue being exceptionally busy, the ambience remained warm and inviting, creating a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere. Our experience was made all the more enjoyable thanks to Michael and Alex, who provided outstanding service throughout the evening. They were both incredibly welcoming, attentive, and professional—ensuring we felt well looked after without ever feeling rushed. The food was excellent; we opted for the two-course menu at 20.95, added desserts, and sampled the Ivy lager, which was a standout. Every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavour. A thoroughly enjoyable experience all around. The service from Alex and Michael is a credit to the restaurant and a real testament to the company’s high standards. We’ll definitely be returning.
Andrew Glen - Williamson
Jun 1,2025
Amazing restaurant. Popped in for a lunch one afternoon. We eat outside in the garden section. It was beautiful. We'll maintained and perfect for us. The food was really excellent and the service wonderful. Thanks so much for looking after us. Plenty of space for our pram. Definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a really nice spot to eat.
Edward Wright
May 24,2025
We went for Sunday roast and it was great. We booked in advance so there was no wait. The food came quickly, it was presented nicely and tasted great. Service was 5 stars. Would visit again any time!
Staunton Rook
Apr 19,2025
We attended the New Years Eve dinner last night and it turned out to be our best ever visit to the Ivy in Marlow. On arrival at our table we were each given a fabulous pop out menu with flashing lights and music. Service from Josh was outstanding, entertainment was excellent. I do not know how they managed to serve up food to so many people at such a high standard! Our party had the lobster / prawn cocktail to start and Sea Bass and tenderloin fillet steak for the main which were both outstanding. Chocolate bombs for desert were also a spectacle to receive and tasted fabulous. This New Years Eve dinner was fantastic value for money, I thoroughly recommend this restaurant (with hesitation as I believe with this level of service it will become so popular in 2025 that I will not be able to get a table).
Angel Dogstar
Apr 15,2025
Lovely restaurant, love the garden feel interior. Beautiful food, great staff and very good prices. Oh and no dogs allowed unless assistance. I asked cause I wanted to take mine. Shame really as so many people have dogs in the area. Would definitely go again.
Piotr Markowski
Apr 13,2025
I had a great time at this restaurant! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was very nice. I especially want to thank Paulina for her amazing service. She was friendly, helpful, and always had a smile on her face. She made us feel very welcome and took great care of us during the whole evening. Thank you, will definitely be back for more!
Gemma Dellenty
Apr 1,2025
I thoroughly enjoyed my recent lunch on a Tuesday at this restaurant with colleagues. The decor is beautiful and there was a great ambience. All three courses were delicious and I would highly recommend them. I chose soup, fishcake and profiteroles. In all honesty it was too much and I couldn't finish the desert. I would love to return. The staff were attentive and helped with directing us to the gluten free menu for some guests. There were quite a number of options to choose from. The one disappointment was no option for gluten free bread as a starter/table sharer. Overall a fantastic experience!
Sayma Ahmed
Mar 16,2025
Came in for some lunch. The food and atmosphere were great. I’d definitely come again, we booked a table because it’s normally busy here, so I recommend booking otherwise you might not get a table
Reviews For The Ivy Marlow Garden