Harden's says
The Ivy brand expansion reaches Edinburgh; in the group's first Scottish venture, Eric Garnier (former co-owner London's Racine) will oversee the New Town restaurant, which will open all day and boasts a mezzanine terrace and bar as well as 130-cover dining area.
Harden's survey result
Summary
There’s no doubting the “wonderful location, especially in summer” at this outpost of Richard Caring’s brasserie empire, where the “lovely décor” inside is matched by a pretty garden. While caveats remain over the service and food (Caring’s venues are “never knowingly under-priced”), for the majority the overall package is “solidly pleasing” (“even for a non-chain- lover”).
Summary
As the name suggests, this outpost of Richard Caring’s Ivy empire is at its best for “summer dining in the lovely garden, with beautiful plants”. The food, though, is generally felt to be rather “underwhelming” for the price – a common complaint with this chain – but, nevertheless, as a venue, it serves a purpose.
Summary
“There is always a buzz” at this Thames Valley offshoot of the famed London celeb haunt (so much so that it “can be just too loud” at times). As per many of its siblings, it does attract rather middling ratings for its food, but there are those who say “it’s always a joy to eat here”.
Summary
While it’s generally agreed to be a “good addition to the Marlow scene”, with a “nice ambience” and in particular “a beautifully glamorous room” – this Thames Valley link in the national chain Richard Caring has spun out from the 1980s West End celeb haunt attracts familiar criticisms. Too often it’s “a bit of a disappointment” – “a little pricey for albeit fancy comfort food” – and just too obviously samey: “couldn’t each restaurant have a unique signature dish appropriate to the location?”
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The Ivy Marlow Garden Restaurant Diner Reviews
"The excellent service was apparent as soon as you entered the restaurant. The staff knew exactly when to come to the table in an unobtrusive manner. The top natural light and bright interior décor could make you think you were in the Mediterranean. The fix menu was good value. and well chosen. "
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £17.95 | £22.95 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
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| £10.00 | £24.00 | £4.95 | £7.50 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.25 |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Opening hours
| Monday | 8:30 am‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30 am‑10 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am‑9 pm |
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