Londoners are truly powerless to restaurants that offer OTT interiors and a menu that’s as bright and bizarre as the décor. In fact, it’s no wonder The Ivy Asia has had so much success, with restaurants already established in St Paul’s and Chelsea, along with a handful outside of the capital, too. The Ivy Asia in Mayfair is another to add to the list and you can bet that the brand’s third London venture offers just as much glamour as the ones that have come before.
Expect to dine amongst its synonymous garden-inspired look and feel, with flowers lining the ceilings and walls, neatly-shaped trees and regal sculptures of exotic birds. The rule for the interiors really comes down to a ‘more is more’ mantra, where clashing colours and patterns somehow come together to create a unique and stylish space.
From the menu’s a la carte offering, inspired by cuisine spanning the continent of Asia, you might like to start with a selection of sushi and sashimi to get the tastebuds going, before tucking into a range of its small and large sharing plates. Examples include prawn tempura with chilli and coriander dip, miso black cod, lobster and aromatic duck fried rice and avocado crispy tofu with lime and ginger dressing. There are also plenty of gyoza, skewers, salads and tempura dishes to choose from.
The drinks are just as wide-ranging and eclectic. Take your pick from a list of sake, whisky, beer and speciality Asian tea. You'll find Chinese Baijiu, meaning ‘white liquor’, made from a blend of sorghum, wheat, rice, sticky rice, and corn. While the cocktail list features creations such as Shikoku Spritz (Roku Gin, Lanique Rose Petal Liqueur, aloe vera, soda and Prosecco) and Beijing Sling (Wyborowa Vodka, Umeshu Plum Sake, jasmine, vanilla, lime, apple juice and plum bitters).