The Ivy Asia Guildford - (Near Hampshire, london)

4 /5 Mesha B.: I recently dined at The Ivy Asia and had such a lovely experience. We ordered the steamed edamame, prawn dumplings, salmon, curry, and sides of rice. Everything was flavorful and nicely presented. The prawn dumplings were a great starter, and both the salmon and chicken curry were well prepared and satisfying. If you enjoy sweet cocktails, you absolutely have to try the Sakura Lychee Martini. It’s dangerously good. Beyond the food and drinks, the decor here is stunning. From the entryway to the dining area and even the washrooms, every detail feels elevated and beautifully designed. It’s definitely a spot that delivers on ambiance as much as it does on the menu. Would happily return.

5 /5 CHANTELLE BARNES: What a beautiful and vibrant place to eat, the food was delicious to eat. The staff were very welcoming and looked after us. I love the uniforms the staff wear. The prices were surprisingly fair for what you get. I would definitely recommend eating here.

2 /5 Dinez Carnay: A Costly Lesson in Style Over Substance: Guildord’s Most Over-indexed Dining Experience Guildford’s latest "Instagrammable" destination is a masterclass in aggressive marketing masking a fundamental failure in hospitality. While the interior design aims for the elite, the execution is strictly amateur. At a price point exceeding £300, the disconnect between the bill and the plate is not just disappointing—it is insulting. The Operational Failures: Service Incompetence: The floor staff are efficient at clearing plates but inept at basic fulfillment. Having to request cutlery three times for a single course suggests a total breakdown in basic service standards. The "Illusion" of Quantity: The duck spring rolls are a transparent attempt at cost-cutting; sliced into micro-portions to simulate volume, it assumes the patron is too naive to notice the lack of actual protein. Substandard Sourcing: Serving yellowish, wilted vegetables in a high-end establishment is a severe breach of food safety and quality control. This is a non-negotiable failure in any kitchen claiming "premium" status. Value Deficit: The steak was physically thin and lacked the marbling or depth of flavor expected at this price bracket. You cannot substitute culinary technique with "aesthetic" plating. The shredded spring onions served with the aromatic duck were physically yellowing and oxidized, a clear sign of systemic neglect in the kitchen. In a restaurant charging over £300+, serving wilted, aged garnishes is not just a culinary error; it is a failure of basic quality control. This vegetable should have been discarded, not served to a paying guest. Furthermore, the garnishes provided were objectively substandard; specifically, the parsley displayed advanced chlorophyll degradation and oxidation. Serving a yellowed, wilting herb that is clearly in a state of decomposition is unacceptable for a kitchen claiming premium status and shows a total lack of quality control before the plate leaves the pass. Systemic Stagnation: A review of public feedback reveals grievances were raised over seven months ago. The fact that these issues persist proves that management is prioritising a "money-driven" turnover over sustainable quality or guest retention. The Verdict: The aromatic duck roll and "free moochies" cannot compensate for a confusing menu and a bathroom statue that seems to have had more thought put into it than the actual menu. If you seek authentic quality and fair portions, save your £300+ and head to London’s Chinatown. Guests are not "dumb," and we do not eat the decor. Will we return? Absolutely not.

5 /5 Victoria: Absolutely fab experience. We received a gift voucher from work colleagues as a wedding present and what a gift. Excellent food, a beautiful setting and great service. Thank you to our attentive waiter Conroy. We had the Valentines Experience Menu and it was exquisite. We also loved our instax photo which was a nice surprise addition. We cannot wait to come back again soon!!