They had a prefixed Thanksgiving menu. It was fabulous, the beautiful boat painting is an artist Ed roche, So I became a lover of his art by this boat photo that is in the restaurant. It's beautiful, very expensive. He's still alive in his '80s and lives in Venice and he's an amazing artist.
The atmosphere at The Ivy is incredible. Fresh flowers and a beautifully set table. When my daughter and I first arrived for lunch on a Thursday around 130 pm the restaurant was half full. We were sat in the back dining room. It was a chilly day (55) and cloudy. They had the overhead heaters in and it was very warm when we first arrived that it was almost too hot to stay. Once we acclimated our glorious wait staff of 3 different servers made sure our glasses were full at all times and continuously checked to make sure we were OK. My daughter ordered the margherita pizza and a Caesar salad while I had the crabcakes and the delicious Caesar salad with anchovies. I have never had a Caesar salad with anchovies, which is the original way to eat it, and it gave it a very unique and salty taste that I actually enjoyed. I was not impressed with the three small crabcakes. They seemed to be over cooked and I chewed on a shell or 2 and that is why I give it 4 stars. Nonetheless, the remoulade sauce was delicious and complemented the crab cakes that were dry and crunchy. I can’t express enough how friendly are waiters were and when they found that we were from out of town, they took the time to give us really good recommendations on where to go. Our total came to a little over $120 for 2 people with tip know which was but also wasn’t surprising.
I wish I could leave 10/10, and a great shout out to Juan at the bar. He is the star of the show. I loved the food and drinks, must try passion fruit martini. And service was above and beyond. Wonderful atmosphere with great relaxing music and flowers all around. Can't wait to be back!
Had to write a review immediately. The place was so beautiful and the service excellent and food fresh and delicious. Lucky to find this place on our walk through Santa Monica
This is an LA classic! This location has been here since 1985 and always amazing! There is nothing I can't recommend on the menu. Whatever you order will be among the best you've had!
Crab cakes, Famous Ivy Salad (it's a meal) add a protein like Scallops and/or shrimp, Steaks are first rate and cooked to perfection. Definitely recommend!!@
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