Order the fish sandwich and garlic fries, it will be the best decision you will make all day, all week in my case. It ranks as one of the tastiest fish sandwiches I've ever had in my entire life. My garlic fries had my mate passing me Altoids. It was that good! Service was slow but our waiter was such a nice guy and while the space is kinda tight and a bit dusty (it's definitely a no frills kinda place), I forgot all of that as soon as I took the first bite - the combination of perfect pickles, bad ass bacon, flavorful fish, tangy tomato, lovely lettuce bed along with that sinful sauce was a party in my mouth.
Review Source:I spend a lot of time on Hope Street, and I've tried every restaurant on the block, but somehow, Ivy Tavern has alluded me for several years. Last night, after noticing several glowing Yelp reviews, I decided it was time to give it a shot.
Maybe it was an off night, but I have no plans to ever return to Ivy Tavern.
For starters, it took thirty minutes to get a drink. Not a great first introduction, but I was willing to be patient. After all, there was only one waitress, and I did read all those glowing Yelp reviews...
About 45 minutes in we received our Caesar salads and an order of garlic fries. The fries were all right, certainly nothing memorable. The salads on the other hand were extremely memorable. Have you ever eaten a large portion of extremely strong garlic--that peppery burning feeling? That pretty much describes the dressing. I literally started choking and coughing. Now, I'm a garlic lover (I ordered the garlic fries, remember), but the salads weren't edible. I'm not someone to complain or send food back. I've probably done it three or four times in my life. This was one of those times.
The waitress was apologetic, and removed the salads from our bill, but she clearly isn't super comfortable handling customers.
Finally, about an hour after we arrived, the burgers landed. I had a Golden burger. It was pretty good. I honestly have no idea why everyone is raving about these burgers. It was tasty, but certainly not one of the best I've ever had, and not good enough to overcome the rest of the evening. Finally, the bill came. $55 for some burgers & fries, fish & chips and a couple beers is definitely not worth it.
I'm really disappointed. I was looking forward to discovering another Hope Street dinner option. Never again.
Ivy Tavern has a very small unassuming front on Hope Street. Upon entering on a Thursday night it was jam packed with happy campers noshing on burgers and sipping on beers. There were not any tables available and a few seats open at the bar. So my companions and I decided we'd belly up to the bar and just order from there.
We ordered some oysters on the half shell to start which were great and tasted fresh. For my sandwich i went for the two alarm bird with a side of garlic fries. The sandwich was huge, juicy, and flavorful. The garlic fries were a little slice of heaven on earth... They're only a 99 cent up charge... do yourself a solid and shell out the extra buck!
One of my companions got the Golden Burger and described it as the best burger he ever had. Since i've known him for roughly 27 years, this is the first instance i can recall him uttering this type of description of a meal. I can't recall what my other companion ordered but he seemed pleased (and will more than likely Yelp is experience on his own... :D)
Typically i'm not a burger gal but maybe i'll give it a whirl next time.
I really like this place. Great neighborhood bar. The food is good! Fresh not frozen. The grill is right behind the bar; visible. That means a lot when it comes to quality. Comfortable place.
All the beers on tap taste great. I've tried all of them. There are so many bad tasting beers out there. This bar knows what it is doing.
Okay, so it took me a while (3 years) to get over to Ivy Tavern to try a burger. I've read so many amazing Yelp reviews about this place, but I never took the time to notice that it is right on Hope St., a mere 5 minutes from my house! This whole time I was thinking it was in downcity somewhere and I would have to struggle to find parking. That is the real reason I've avoided Ivy. If I'd only known how many wonderful meals have I missed all these years!!
So here are the deets:
This Ivy is a sweet little bar tucked in a strip on stores on Hope Street right next to Blaze and the Pizzeria place. It is very small when you walk in and it sells itself as a sports bar, but according to my husband who is well aware of what a "real sports bar is", Ivy is merely a great bar with awesome food and drinks that you can "choose to watch sports in". What he means is there are only 2 or 3 25" or so TV's in the joint. A REAL sports bar had at least 8 and they are at least 52" according to my cowboy! So, you might be a little disappointed if you go here on a sunday afternoon looking for beer and a game. Most people in Ivy are there for the food.
So, speaking of food, we split a hamburger, because they are so big! We also opted for the pasta with the burger and ordered an appetizer of chili cheese fries. There is no reason for two orders of fries, right? (wrong!) Anyway, the chili cheese fries were pretty good. I'd give them 4 out of 5 stars. The best part was that even though it was chili cheese (seriously, sounds like an artery clogger on a plate, doesn't it?) the fries weren't greasy AT ALL! In fact, the chili had so many veggies in it, it tasted more like a vegetable soup than actual chili. The fries were also no greasy! Can you believe that? Seriously, we expected to feel pretty gross after eating them and we both felt surprisingly okay!
Now on to the burger. Oh, the burger. I am dead serious when I say that this burger puts all other burgers in RI to shame. The hamburger at Ivy is like the Coco Chanel of burgers. Seriously! My husband and I talked to our waiter about it because this isn't just your plain ol' 80/20 meat blend y'all! And it is too juicy to be 93/7 sirloin. It is definitely a blend of different meats. We aren't sure but we think there is some rib-eye meat in there. That's how it tastes so juicy and clean at the same time.
Anyway, if all the positive reviews don't get you over to the Ivy, I don't know what will, but you are missing a true Rhody treasure. Oh, and I agree with other reviewers that the burgers are better simple. We only added cheese to ours and it was so devine!
Place has taken a huge dive with new ownership...food has been cheapened.....Fish n Chips, Burgers all way off the old standard, I won't even try the real entrees which used to be fresh catch or super saute......turning into a "just average type" place.....I give the place less than a year before it tanks. Â I even think "Rob"...the best bartender in providence is gone.....because he was not there last saturday night......I went in for what used to be the best Fish n Chips in New England on Sat, Rob not there and fish n chips was horrible, just horrible......I noticed the price is unchanged, I'd pay $17 for the old fish n chips.....but the new owner's version?, no way, not even close.
Review Source:Tucked into a fancy part of the East Side and surrounded by places like Blaze and KitchenBAR, the Ivy is a nice low-key place to grab a beer and a burger. Everyone says that their burgers are the best in Providence. I don't know if I agree with that statement, but I can definitely say that if you get a burger here you won't be disappointed.
Review Source:Fantastic bar and restaurant. Â This is a small place located in Hope Village with lots of sports memorabilia and a few TVs inside. Â Don't be looking for anything overly fancy in the decor, staff, or food - all of it is down to earth and done well. Â Staff are friendly and quick, and the food is rather delicious. Â I'd say it has the best food on the street for the prices if you order the right dishes. Â I'd stay away from the deep-fried foods. Â I recommend the pasta dishes or burgers. Â Beer selection is okay as well. Â
Not everyone will enjoy this place, but I found it to be quite enjoyable.
I've been here a few times for drinks with co-workers and we always have a great time! The place is tiny but it's cozy and the service is always excellent. The drinks are reasonably priced and they have a decent beer selection. They have TV's and it's never super crowded. It's a great place to go for a drink with friends!
Review Source:A decent beer selection but it's the fantastic pub food that pulls me in. Â The dining area is small but comfortable and the waitstaff is always friendly and prompt. Â They make the best burger and town and almost all the meals are served with an incredible amount of delicious fries.... a plus or a minus depending on if your trying to watch the old waste girth. Â I've tried most of the menu and have been consistently happy with the reason price and quality of the food. Over all one of my favorite places in town for the simple "comfort food" Â type of dining out.
Review Source:A no-nonsense bar for adults, the Ivy Tavern is a great representative of Hope St. neighborhood. Â
It's a simple bar and a very good restaurant. Â It doesn't need disco lights and loud music in order to bring people in, it doesn't need a bouncer because the guests are civilized adults and it doesn't need to cheapen the food or water down the drinks because people go there for good food and good beer.
If you're looking for a quality meal at a good price or simply want to stop by and hang out with the locals for a drink, come on over. Â But don't waste your time coming here if you're searching for a dance floor, a "hook-up" or over-priced drinks with a glow-in-the-dark straw.
If you're looking for comfort food, good brew and a great place to watch sports look no further than the Ivy Tavern. The moment you walk into that little pub on Hope Street you just feel welcomed. The bartender always greets you with a hello, and is full of hospitality for your entire stay.
Swanky or chic it is not, but they have cornered the pub market in the most authentic way. Small, wooden, warm (a little worn) and intimate--the way a pub should be. Not that I have children, but the place is absolutely family friendly, much like a pub you'd see in Europe. It's refreshing.
If you aren't sold yet, the food is actually really good. The "accidental pursuit" feels more artisan than pub-like. Imagine a homemade veggie burger patty smothered in brie cheese, caramelized onions and crisp apple slices. My mouth's watering just thinking about it!
My only issue with this nearly perfect pub is a slightly sketchy, sort of rickety bathroom. I must grudgingly -1 star for that.
The Ivy Tavern is among the best local neighborhood pubs that you will find on Providence's Hope Street. It is actually closest to what a real British pub is like, it's laid back and families are as welcome as anyone.
They briefly closed but have returned in all their magnificence under new ownership. Of course i was worried things would drastically change, but everything is as fantastic as it was before. The new owners are really nice, friendly and welcoming people. I am especially happy that the sports memorabilia, which includes rare baseball, wrestling, basketball and football collectibles, has remained intact, as has one of the most easy going and better bartenders in Providence, Rob.
Beer selection is still tops and the food has always been superb, so i wondered if it would stay that way. Happily it still is and in fact even better with some additional new menu items and specials. This is no exaggerated review, the food quality is hand prepared and really excellent.
This is one of the more comfortable places you will find to watch sports, have a great meal and meet up with good friends.
There may be a few nights that are so crowded you might have to wait for a seat, and the staff is spinning around a little, being so busy, but that can happen at any decent place - it is a sign of quality for an establishment in my opinion.
Never have had a food issue at the Ivy either (like another reviewer who said his calamari was crispy on the outside and chewy inside??...well, that is what calamari is supposed to be like!).
There has been some slight changes to the menu which make the food selection even better now.
The Ivy had started offering raw bar oysters, and for the great price they are outstanding.
Another menu addition is a spicy Kimchee soup with Asiago cheese and chicken sausage that is out of this world!
Over the years we have watched many a game, seen championships won, eaten good food and have had some really good times meeting people at the Ivy.
Here's to many future years of success for the Ivy Tavern!
Crissa L. is going to try to mislead you about our experience at Ivy Tavern. She is going to tell you that her burger was the most delicious burger on the table. Seeing as her burger was the only burger that did not actually contain any animal, this is obviously false. You have been warned. Crissa L. is lying to you.
Crissa L. will tell you the truth about some things. She will tell you that the restaurant is very casual and that the waitress was very friendly. She will tell you that they have a solid list of drinks and that your beverage of choice will be brought to you promptly. She won't tell you about my burger, so I will: I got the Ivy Burger, and it totally lived up to the hype. Excellent bun, cooked just how I liked it, no need for crazy toppings - this burger was solid with simple Swiss, lettuce, and tomato. No upcharge for my extra extra pickle and I am a happy burger-eater. Crissa L. is also not going to tell you about my garlic fries because I did not let her eat them. She ordered vastly inferior regular fries. Sometimes we all make bad decisions. Crissa L. makes many of them.
The moral of the story is that you should be like me and go to Ivy Tavern. And once you're there, you should also be like me and order the Ivy Burger, because it is delicious and God intended for us to eat animals. You should not be like Crissa L. and eat the non-animal burger, no matter how delicious she tells you it was. Because Crissa L. is wrong, wrong, wrong.
I came here tonight specifically for the burger which many of the wonderful folks in the yelp community rave about.  I love love a good burger but I can be kind of picky about them.  I don't really like it when  restaurants get carried away with them and try to make em fancy so they can charge a stupid amount of money for em.  All I want is a well cooked burger on an ordinary bun, throw some bacon on the fucker and charge me under $10 and we're in business.  The Ivy Burger I'm happy to say did not disappoint.  Nothing fancy, just a well cooked damn tasty piece of beef.  That's all I've really got to say about it. It was good, the price was right, and I left happy. Cheers
Review Source:I really WANT to like this place. I really do. It's convenient to my house, and the atmosphere is very casual and welcoming. But the last 2 times we've gone there, my husband and I have been sorely disappointed.
The Reuben he ordered looked okay, but the bread had mold spots. My 3 Alarm Chicken looked more promising but tasted like a dill pickle relish had a fight with a pico de gallo sauce. And not in a good way. Uck.
I give it 2 stars and not 1 for the atmosphere, but I would be hard pressed to try their food again.
Looking for a bar with a neighborhood feel and zero snobby d-bags?
This is your place.
Oh yeah, a very high quality burger with all the fixins (grilled onions, mushrooms, chili, bacon, etc, etc), friendly/down to earth service, cozy sports bar atmosphere and a killer draft beer selection (Hefeweizen on tap-word), Â all add to the list of the Ivy's many attributes.
Post Script- Don't get the pasta salad, it's bland and disappointing. Opt for the fries-2/3 of your plate will be mounded with 'em.
After reading all the great reviews...I decided to give it a try. Â Six of us went out for dinner and we all thought the food was OK, nothing to write home about. Â Â The waitress was nice, courteous and very helpful. Â Â
The burger was a little overcooked. Â We ordered medium and it was almost medium well. Â The taste was good, but nothing exciting.
The fish and chips entree (very big plate!!) was crispy on the outside but bland on the inside. Â Â The fries were not very crispy, even though we asked for them to be well done.
The veggie burger was average at best. Â My friend George left about a third of the burger on his plate.
The Calamari was crispy on the outside but chewy on the inside.
I don't know if they had a different crew cooking ...but I am not planning to come back anytime soon.
I like this place. Â They don't have a ton of vegetarian dishes on the menu, but they do have an excellent selection of interesting beer, which kind of makes it ok that I don't have a ton of food choices.
The fish and chips is excellent--among the best I've had in my life; salads are always good, and I had some kind of eggplant sandwich that was also kick ass. Â This is just a nice place to have an unpretentious meal and a really good beer-- pretty awesome.
Ivy gets an extra star in my book for their chili cheese fries alone. Holy crap is that a plate of fries. You could almost make this a meal unto itself.
When we got the huge sandwiches, we were pretty much stuffed.
Obviously we hit up another busy night for Ivy (Sat), so it was packed to the gills. I am honestly surprised we got a seat. I really hope the sucess of Ivy allows them to buy up a neigboring place like other restaurants on Hope to have a larger space to work with. I really want to hit up Ivy on a weekday night to see how the crowd is.
I've been waiting to go here, and I'm so happy I finally made it. Â A small neighborhood bar where people go, not just to drink, but also to eat. That's what I love about the place. Â It's easy to get a draft beer, but it's not as easy to get a good meal to go with it, and at a reasonable price.
I loved, loved the burger. Â Nice and moist and just the right size. Â Since it was my first time there, I knew I had to have the burger, but I do have to say that the other dishes coming out looked good too. Â What other bar can you say serves mussels? Â All this means is that I have to go back.
Do be cautious that it gets pretty busy in there, especially on a friday night. Â We had to wait about 20 minutes, but with a beer in hand, it wasn't all that bad.
I'll agree with a few other posters that this is the best burger in Providence. I almost don't want to post that because it will just make the tiny little bar more cramped but I've got to tell the truth. The burgers are awesome. I've had a few other sandwiches there like the turkey kinkaid and a chicken sandwich that was excellent.
They have a good beer selection, the service has always been great and it has a great neighborhood bar feel. It is small though so don't be surprised if you show up and have to stand around waiting for a table.
The downside for me is the children. Every time I go there some idiot drags in two or three rug rats who just harsh my mellow. I'm there to 'forget about life for a while' as Billy Joel once sang, not listen to your kids cry about wiggles or whatever the hell it is they cry about.
Seriously, if your an East Sider with a ginormous jogging stroller/monster-truck wondering why I'm giving you the stink eye, it's because your kid is throwing food at me in a bar. A tavern is defined as an establishment where alcoholic beverages are to be sold and drunk on premises. Does that sound like a great place to bring your kid? Â I actually heard one track suited moron ask if they had a kids menu and give the waitress an attitude when she said no.
So I say go to the Ivy, eat drink and be merry. And if you drop an F bomb or 3 or tell some story about a buddy of yours who blacked out for three days in NYC and woke up with a venereal disease don't feel bad if a kid overhears it. Children shouldn't be in bars.
I'm really digging the Ivy.
It isn't so much the food.
My boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed his burger, and barely finished it. I had a couple bites, and it was tasty. My calamari, however (I know, I know, don't get calamari at a bar), was not so great. It sounds fancy on the menu, with the cucumber slaw, and hot cherry pepper sauce, and the remoulade, but it was rather lackluster. The squid was not fried enough. The slaw was the best part about the dish. It was so unremarkable that I actually left my takeout box at the bar.
It isn't so much the variety.
There are a couple quality brews on tap, like Warsteiner, Lagunitas, and Allagash. The Ivy has relabeled Newport Storm's IPA as their "Ivy IPA." I overheard another patron ask the bartender, "So Newport let you call it Ivy IPA?" and the bartender unconvincingly replied, "Uh... yeah..." Â
It's the atmosphere.
The decor in here is an odd mix of cheesy Tuscan and sports. This little walk-in closet of a tavern has three televisions. The posters and photos are not so Red Sox-centric, which is refreshing. Football, baseball, wrestling, and it's all pretty interesting. Couples to the left and right of us were cool, and our conversations overlapped in a genial manner. The bartender was immediately accommodating, friendly, and attentive. My water glass literally never stayed empty for more than a minute. He had empty glass radar. It was so easy to sit back and drink and watch the Red Sox game. There is just a great vibe in here.
I really like that at my corner of the bar, near the door, I could see right into their kitchen. It was fun to watch the guys work back there. Between the Sox, the kitchen, and the other patrons, I was thoroughly entertained.
So, I am a new resident of Providence, and was looking for a burger joint to bring my brother and his girlfriend to while they were here on vacation from Florida. Â The Ivy Tavern came recommended on Yelp, so since it was in walking distance from my apartment we thought we would give it a try. Â
I was pleasantly surprised at what a cute place it was. Â The waitress (who may have been one of the owners, but I'm not sure) greeted us with a friendly hello and thanked us for coming in (as she had seen us checking out the menu). Â The beers were a little pricey for a gal who is still unemployed, so I ordered the cheapest beer (PBR). Â They did have a decent amount of beers on draft (if I had more money I would have gotten a dogfish head 60 minute).
I perused the menu (which was also a little pricey, but hey everything sounds pricey when you are on a budget). Â The cheapest items were the Ivy burger and the garden burger which were around 9$. Â I wasn't in the mood for a traditional burger, and the toppings on the garden burger (aka the accidental purist) sounded phenomenal, so that is what I ordered. Â I ordered it with a side of their house made pasta salad. Â Everyone else in my party ordered burgers and fries. Â
When our food came I took one bite out of my "burger" and I was in heaven. Â The brie, tomato marmalade, and grilled apples were a scrumptious mix of flavors that could please even the most enthusiastic of carnivores (which I usually am). Â I'm sure if you put the same topping on to beef it would be amazing. Â The pasta salad was good too, although I added a little bit of vinegar to it because I prefer my pasta salad a bit tangier. Â
Overall, I was pleased with the service, food, and the price was bearable.
THE neighborhood bar.
Where you don't have to be a neighbor to fit in and have a great beer/meal/time. The coziness (not just the drinking) is a social lubricant, especially at the bar. There are around 10ish 2- and 4-tops for tables.
All the accolades for the burger are most certainly well-deserved, but I hope y'all will not stop there for your beyond-pub-fare epicurean pleasures at this here pub.
A few menu faves of mine are the salmon sensato (salmon sandwich between croissant and a glorious creamy dill sauce), the feta attraction (a hunk of beautiful feta with some tasty middle eastern fixin's) and the calamari with house remoulade. Always specials to explore, too.
TV's covering every angle usually bug me, but I get it, this is a sports gathering place and that's part of its identity, and charm, so I'm not gonna go there.
I'd say - the Ivy's always a good idea. For 4 people or fewer.
If i ever had to leave the United States for an extended period of time with no access to the creature comforts of home, I think the first place I would go to upon my return to would be the Ivy Tavern.
This is a great pub. Nothing too fancy, a long bar and a few tables with the requisite sports memorabilia adorning the walls. Its not too big which is just fine with me but sometimes it can be tough to get a good spot. It is also home to one of the best burgers in Providence where medium rare means medium rare and  the fries are good (I always ask for a side of remoulade to switch up my traditional french fry toppings of malt vinegar and ketchup). Come to think of it I have never ordered anything but the burger because they really are that good. I have heard good things about the rest of the menu especially the polka dog and the veggie burger (seriously).
I like this place because I can head here with friends to catch a game, talk baseball and have a bite and a pint or two or drop by with the wife for a casual dinner after work. They staff is always friendly, the service has always been decent to great, its got a solid great selection of beers on tap and they do a good pour  of bourbon or scotch if you have had a particularly bad day.
The Ivy is on my top ten list of why I love Providence. Its one of those places that I always tell visitors/out of towners about when the ask me about why I love Providence over another city. The Ivy, though nondescript, is just a great place. In these tough times Its comforting to know that the Ivy is there. It is a kind reminder of what is right in the world.
I came here recently with a friend of mine. I'd been inside for a beer once before a couple years ago, but never thought to have dinner.
I arrived to a busy restaurant, but the wait wasn't very long at all. We sat at one of their quaint 2-top table tops. I'm not sure about the rest of the tables but ours had a fun unique painting on tile. I had fun looking at all the wall decorations - posters, sports memorabilia, and knick knacks.
I loved everything on the menu. I was probably drooling while reading all the delicious options. In the end, I settled on a beer with the Apple and Brie Veggie burger option... With a juicy BEEF pattie to substitute. HAH! (Insert: I can appreciate people's choice to be a vegetarian, but I loooove beef burgers!)
Anyways, I am a big fan of this place. I can't wait to try the next yummy burger combo!
I tried this place after my manager raved about their burgers. To quote what he originally told me "They baste their burgers in butter." Yeah BUTTER! Needless to say that was enough said. So I made the trek down there with my boyfriend and we tried their burgers. For an appetizer we had this delicious broiled feta that had a olive tomato chutney sort of thing on top. While it was delicious it was the burger and how simply prepared but heartily satisfying that stole the show for us. I got mine with mushrooms and Swiss cheese. Washing all that down with a nice pint of dogfish head 60 minutes IPA (Although who knows how long that will be available for with Dogfish head leaving RI)
Overall I have to say their food is delicious and it is a extremely popular neighborhood spot. The staff when its not crazy busy are extremely friendly. Definitely worth checking out!
Came here with the roommie the other night when we were both craving burgers and fries. Â Thanks to my fellow yelpers, I knew exactly where to go. Â
We both ordered the ivy burger and garlic fries. Â The burger is as good as everyone says. It was literally just meat, cheese, some greens, and a slice of tomato. Â Simple. Classic. Â Delicious. Â I usually like lots of sauce and pickles on my burger, but this burger was so flavorful that it really didn't need anything else. Â Cooked perfectly and well seasoned. Â My only complaint is that I wish it had a heartier bun to hold up to the juicy burger; the bottom half of the bun started falling apart half way through my burger.
The garlic fries were lacking flavor, which sounds impossible when I tell you that there was a mound of garlic on it. Â However, the garlic isn't slow cooked, so it doesn't have that sweet garlic flavor that I love. Â I love the garlic fries from Dodger Stadium in LA. Â If anyone knows of a comparable plate of garlic fries, please tell me! The Ivy's fries just didn't compare.
Overall, really good! I'll definitely be back.
I can't wait to be a regular here.
We started with the Chicken Tazers. Despite the description, these are not similar to buffalo wings, but they are pretty amazing chicken wings. And the cilantro pesto that comes on top of them is AMAZING. Throw that pesto all over your wings and it'll be like an out of body experience.
As for the burger... holy sh*t.
I took one bite of my Ivy Burger with American cheese, grilled onions and lettuce and gasped. I quickly shoved the burger onto my boyfriends plate and told him to take a bite. He took one bite and said, "DAMN that's a good burger." We took more bites and reconvened. It's official. Despite my previous love for a certain salty burger in Wayland Square, the Ivy burger is now #1 in our book. Juicy, flavorful, awesome.
To top it off, the garlic fries are as good as everyone says. They're not over-saturated in garlic like your usual garlic fries. They're crispy, delicious, and lightly covered in grilled garlic and herbs.
Definitely plan on becoming a regular here. If there was ever a perfect example of a gastropub, this is it. If you want to eat without a crowd, I'd recommend getting in early because after 7 the place gets a little saturated.
The food here was so good that I'm going to let the fact that our waitress served the whole place before us slide. I'll add another star if it gets better next time around.
The best burger in Providence, hands down. Whenever I'm craving a burger, the Ivy Tavern is my go-to spot. They use a high quality coarse ground beef, the perfect amount of seasoning, and consistently cook it just right. I get mine without chili and cheese and all the extras because the burger itself is just so good. When I'm in the mood for a big, juicy burger, I want to actually taste the burger. Definitely get a side of garlic fries as opposed to regular ones ($1 upcharge I think, but well worth it). The fresh garlic taste is delicious and the fries are nice and crispy. Portions are ridiculously large. I always end up taking a bunch of food home. They offer a wide variety of beers on tap and in bottles and the staff is awesome.
The Ivy is definitely a popular neighborhood spot and it's pretty small, so be prepared to wait during peak times (mostly weekends or during a big game). My only wish is that they were open regularly on Sundays. I miss catching football games there. Keep an eye out for the snarky puns & phrases on the "bulletin board" inside that the staff spells out with giant Scrabble tiles. Funny stuff, especially when poking fun at various New York sports teams.
Not many places offer chili as a burger topping. So, I assume that, if they put it on the menu as such, they believe it to be a worthy addition. Naturally, I ordered chili on my burger, and bacon (because, well, why stop with the chili at that point?)
The man sitting behind me -- who may or may not have been intoxicated -- turned around and suggested that, since I clearly knew how to order a burger, that I needed to sample the garlic fries as well. His advice did not go unheeded or unappreciated.
The burger was generously sized and offered plenty of flavor, especially with the toppings that accompanied it. Among other things, we also ordered the Au Cajunal Jerk Duck and Chicken Tazers. The duck was a huge hit with my two-year-old. The chicken was a novel idea but, if presented with the option, I would order traditional hot wings over it every time.
When I want a big, juicy, tasty burger, I come here. And I seriously chow down.
You can add bacon, mushrooms, onions two ways, pickles, cheese... the sky is the limit. I opt for cheese and occasionally some bacon when I'm feelin' it, but the beef patties are soooooooo good, you may not want to cover up that flavor.
But the burgers aren't all, my friend... they have gorgeous musscles in a spicy, southern-Italian sauce, wonderful pasta dishes, salads... you name it. It's like this little gourmet-ish restaurant hidden under a sports bar with no pretension whatsoever!
They have an excellent array of beers on tap as well, including Dogfish Head 60-minute IPA, which is AWESOME. The service is friendly and impeccable, and the atmosphere is comfortable, relaxed and sports bar-ish.
Try the Ivy - you won't be disappointed.
Awesome, delicious pub food. Â Some of the best 1/2 pound burgers out there - get the garlic fries with it! Â Can't go wrong.
Don't be afraid to order a cocktail here. Â Rob pours a great one, especially his Manhattan. Â They always have some nice bourbons available and you'll usually get a "bonus" shaker on the side if he happens to mix a little extra.
I also love the steamed mussels and definitely appreciate the Guinness on tap.
I remember reading an article about the demise of the neighborhood bar in america, and this place is example #1 (east ave cafe is #2) about how it does still exist.
This is a place where regular and occasionals (which I am) are welcomed for a drink and to watch the game. Â The service is always friendly and prompt. Â The drink selection is good.
In addition, the food is the real surprise as it is tasty and interesting. Â I have tried everything from the fish n chips to the chicken sandwich to the burger, and while it is not french laundry, it delivers what it intends to do (quick, tasty, pub fare).
I highly recommend this place.
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