The Ivy Belfast Brasserie

About This Spot

Stepping into The Ivy Belfast Brasserie feels like entering a thoughtfully reimagined space where history and modern spirit meet seamlessly. Housed within the elegant Cleaver House building, this spot pulses with a lively, yet inviting energy—bustling but never overwhelming, its atmosphere strikes a delicate balance between relaxed conviviality and refined warmth.

The pace here is unhurried but vibrant, a place where locals and visitors alike gather to share moments over well-crafted meals and heartfelt conversation. Whether settling in for a leisurely breakfast or an evening meal, the brasserie offers a sense of occasion grounded in everyday enjoyment.

Its menu reflects a respectful nod to classic British and Northern Irish flavors, inviting you to discover familiar dishes with thoughtful twists. From the comforting depth of a shepherd's pie to the delicate richness of scallops or the engaging contrast of a chocolate bombe dessert, each plate complements the space’s approachable elegance. The attentive service feels genuinely welcoming, enhancing a human connection that resonates through the soft hum of cheerful diners and shared laughter.

Amid the brasserie’s warm, elegant interiors, the bar forms a natural social heart—an island where conversation flows easily alongside expertly prepared drinks. It’s the kind of spot where a casual visit can easily turn into a memorable evening, supported by friendly faces and spirited moments. This is a place for those who appreciate both the familiar and the new, wrapped in an atmosphere that invites you to pause and savor the everyday joy of gathering around good food and company.

What’s Available Here

Dine-in
Delivery
Takeaway

Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Great wine list

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Healthy options
Private dining room
Spirits
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Bar on site
Toilet

Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket

Groups
Tourists

Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations

Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments

High chairs

Location & Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday	08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday	08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday	08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday	09:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday	09:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Guest Reviews

K Q 02 Jan 2026

This place is amazing what a beautiful job they've done converting it, especially considering it used to be a Burger King! I had the Espresso Vanilla Shakerato, really good. We had the Northern Irish Menu The Duck parfait was the Best starter I've had in a while with "black butter" which was lovely I lost count of the number of staff we encountered but everyone we encountered was friendly and helpful. Although it was Monday lunchtime so it seemed quite relaxed.

Rita 07 Dec 2025

We went to The Ivy Belfast for Christmas dinner and had a truly wonderful experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was absolutely fabulous — festive, elegant, and warm, making it feel really special for the occasion. The staff were outstanding: friendly, attentive, and welcoming without ever being intrusive. The food was beautiful. We started with the French onion soup, which was rich and comforting, followed by the shepherd’s pie, which was perfectly cooked and full of flavour. The Christmas desserts were gorgeous and felt like a real treat, rounding off the meal perfectly. The cocktail list was also fabulous, with plenty of choice and expertly made drinks. Overall, it was a wonderful night and a memorable Christmas dining experience. We’ll definitely be back.

Sara Watson 18 Nov 2025

I'm absolutely amazed to see this place only has 3.8* on Google. We visited on a Sunday evening in August (6 of us) and had an excellent meal. The service was very attentive and we weren't kept waiting for anything. We had a great table with plenty of room. The atmosphere was buzzing but relaxed - very busy but not noisy and just lots of laughter and people having a nice time. The dress code was a cause for concern as none of us had brought 'dressy' clothes for our 3 day mini-break. However, we managed to pass and no-one questioned our 2 teenagers with trainers on or 2 of our adults in (smart) jeans. Some guests seemed to have gone all out with their outfits, yet others were smart casual like us. Food was great - 2 of us had fish and chips which was immense - perfectly cooked cod with lovely crispy thin batter. 1 had salmon and pasta and another had a burger. Everyone was very happy with their food and the puddings were great - the apple tart was caramelised with a flame at the table and the trifle was like a posh version of a 70s trifle - it was all a lot of fun. It's worth going just to see the ladies toilets! So ornate. The whole place is beautiful, especially when you come back downstairs from the loos and you can see over the whole restaurant and bar area. We loved it so much we have booked to go to the one in Edinburgh in 3 week's time!

Mohamed Kaif 21 Oct 2025

Went there for a graduation dinner, the staffs were really nice and friendly. About the food, I had the Asian Glazed Roabatayaki Half Chicken, which was decently flavourful but the chicken was a little dry and I also had the Ivy Chocolate Bombe which was really good. The drinks bar was a very nice island in the middle of the restaurant to sit and have a chat while waiting for the table.

Dorothy Moffitt 16 Sep 2025

What a bussing noisy restaurant!. Staff were pleasant. Food was good. Great menu selection but missed the mushy peas with my traditional fish and chips. Decor was interesting. Washroom 3 floors up but lift was out of action Would I go back? Sorry but no.