J SheekeyvsThe Original Ivy West End
Both restaurants are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, J Sheekey scores slightly better than The Ivy. J Sheekey ranks #5 in London with endorsements from 18 publications including The Nudge, Independent and Michelin Guide.
J Sheekey
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28-32 St Martin's Court, London WC2N 4AL
From $30/night
Fodor's "One of Londoners' all-time favorite West End haunts." Full review
Insight Guides "Think chargrilled squid with gorgonzola polenta, Cornish fish stew and New England baby lobster, followed by rhubarb pie, or the famed Scandinavian iced berries."
BlackBook "Superb array of fish and seafood dishes which will save you from ADD bought on by star gazing. A must see and eat."
Gayot14.0
"J. Sheekey has, it seems, been around forever, defying the march of time and remaining one of London's favorite fish restaurants." Full review
DK Eyewitness "It was sadly neglected for years, but since 1998, under the same owners as Le Caprice, its wonderful Victorian interior is again thronged with Theaterland crowds."
Independent "A gorgeous, Art Deco mini-palace, slightly crowded but wonderfully intimate, like the state room of an ocean-going liner." Full review
Rough Guide "A grande dame of the London dining scene – established in 1896 in the heart of theatreland – this lovely old seafood restaurant is a glittering, special occasion kind of place."
Time Out "After well over a century of service, Sheekey’s status as a West End institution is assured." Full review
Zagat4.6
""If you're in the mood for seafood" this Covent Garden eatery.... is "still the standard"." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In the heart of Covent Garden, J Sheekey has been known for its fresh fish, oysters, and shellfish for more than 100 years." Full review
The Original Ivy West End Fodor's
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1-5 West Street, London WC2H 9NQ
From $48/night
Fodor's "Service is flawless, and for low-to-mid wattage West End star-spotting this is a prime spot. Tip:." Full review
Frommer's "New restaurants with a more exciting vibe, a more adventurous menu, and chicer decor constantly open, but The Ivy retains its reputation as the favorite haunt for A-list celebrities." Full review
Lonely Planet "You’ll have to book one to six months ahead to enjoy the innovative modern British cuisine at this favourite hangout of London celebrities." Full review
Gayot14.0
"This is one of the best-run dining rooms in London and the kitchen is more than a match." Full review
Time Out "This gorgeous room may not attract as many A-list celebs as it once did, but there was one B-plus (glamorous if faded actress) on a Monday lunchtime." Full review
Zagat4.4
""Knowledgeable, efficient" staff treats everyone "like A-listers" at this upmarket Covent Garden "institution" serving "well-cooked and -presented" Modern Brit-Euro dishes." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Talk about traditional: The Ivy’s building has housed various incarnations of this iconic restaurant since the 1920s." Full review
Not For Tourists "Dining experience that will prove memorable."
Wallpaper "The all-day menus are overseen by head chef Sean Burbidge (ex-Pétrus) and cover every gastronomic pit-stop from breakfast (and weekend brunch) through to cream tea and post-prandial cocktails." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"The members-only Ivy Club may have siphoned off the top tier of regulars but The Ivy restaurant continues to attract new blood." Full review
