(212) 343-1139

385 Greenwich St (at N. Moore St.)
New York, NY 10013 40.7203 -74.0102

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Neighborhoods: Tribeca, Downtown

IVYSBISTRO.COM

Hours:

Mon-Thu, 10:30am-11pm

Fri, 10:30am-midnight

Sat, 10am-midnight

Sun, 10am-11pm

Price:

$$$

Last updated 8.16.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Food Delivery, Brunch

Cuisine:

New American, Traditional American

What People Are Saying About Ivy Bistro

Featured Review

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Neighborhood restaurant and bar delivers a large Italian menu offering homemade pasta, steak and seafood to Tribeca locals.

ambiance
86.66999816894531% positive
  1. “Wonderful non expensive cozy spot in the heart of expensive Tribeca”
  2. “The smart decor is inviting, with white walls, walnut-stained floors, small tables topped with white tablecloths, and chocolate-brown crushed-velvet banquettes.”
  3. “This place is cozy/cool with GREAT Jazz playing all night long.”
  4. “The ambience was perfect for my date and I and the meal did not disappoint either.”
  5. “We recently went to Ivy's bistro with a group of 10 people and were delighted to see that new owners had purchased the place giving it a fairly impressive makeover in decor and food.”
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. “The smart decor is inviting, with white walls, walnut-stained floors, small tables topped with white tablecloths, and chocolate-brown crushed-velvet banquettes.”
  2. “But the Brunch- our daughter loved the baby mac n cheese, the chocolate pancakes are like eating dessert & what is the secret about the bacon?”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “Nice at home feel, good wines, nice music & the staff is very welcoming.”
  2. “Imagine my surprise when the French waitress behind the bar remembered my name, favorite drink and last dinner order, even though the last time I visited was a few weeks ago!”
  3. “Ask for the french waitress (can't recall her name), good server, very attentive and knows her wines!”
  4. “The waitress was wonderful, happy hour drinks hiit the spot and the Goat Cheese Salad was Yuummmmy!”
  5. “Last weekend I had a great bloody mary and a nice cool iced coffee, both were prepared perfectly.”
food quality
90.27999877929688% positive
  1. “The Menu has almost anything you'd hope for, while still keeping some favorites of the past & adding an interesting twists to new items; Baked macn' cheese topped w/ bread crumbs,YUM!”
  2. “The menu was also very vegetarian friendly with an sinful macaroni and cheese dish on the menu.”
  3. “Was here on a crazed Sunday Brunch, food was very good.”
  4. “went to Ivy's for my birthday and the food was delicious.”
  5. “Not only do they start your meal with warm fresh muffins (the corns ones are amazing!)”
  6. “have had their salads and pizza and can say that nothing have ever disappointed.”
  7. “The service is extremely slow and can sometimes be frustrating but the food more then makes up for it.”
  8. “Plus our waitress could not have been nicer and the food was incredible!”
  9. “go to Ivy's at least once a week and i can honestly say that the food is really great.”
  10. “The food never came, the bloodies were horrible.”
  11. “She had a delicious Lobster ravioli special.”
  12. “Tthe appetizers (chicken fingers, calamari and garlic bread) were totally yummy.”
  13. “New look, same great food”
  14. “had a superb Shell steak au poivre.”
  15. “all of us enjoy the food, the place.”
  16. “abilities favor Italy over France, with nicely prepared pastas like lobster ravioli in a creamy tomato sauce.”
  17. “The ambience was perfect for my date and I and the meal did not disappoint either.”
  18. “Still has great pizza”
  19. “but they are prompt with service and the food is outstanding.”
  20. “The Place looks great, clean & fresh!”
  21. “We recently went to Ivy's bistro with a group of 10 people and were delighted to see that new owners had purchased the place giving it a fairly impressive makeover in decor and food.”
  22. “In short, very attractive, friendly hostesses with good food?”
  23. “With fresh management, a new menu, and a renovated venue, Ivy's Bistro (which got its start in 1994) provides Tribeca denizens and toilers with egg-centered breakfasts, burger or salad lunches, and dinners that alternate French and Italian staples with ho”
  24. “Basically if you dont mind waiting a little extra for your food you will love this restaurant.”
  25. “recomend Ivy's Bistro to anyone who likes great tasting food!”
  26. “The food and service were great and the vanilla creme brulee and garlic bread with pesto sauce were to die for.”
  27. “The sausage pizza is fantastic, but the steak won rave reviews as well.”
  28. “The food is very good and on par with the more pricey spots nearby.”
  29. “The food are good!”
  30. “Service was great, and even though it was crowded, we were not rushed through the meal like some places do.”
  31. “My husband, his parents, our 2 children and I enjoyed the food at Ivy's and our server, a French lady, was great and entertained our children.”
  32. “And my main course -- grilled hanger steak -- was delicious.”
  33. “especially recommend the omelettes, pastas, and turkey burger.”
  34. “But the Brunch- our daughter loved the baby mac n cheese, the chocolate pancakes are like eating dessert & what is the secret about the bacon?”
  35. “excellent food and service”
  36. “Enjoy a nice Bottle of Barolo, food takes awhile but is worth the wait.”
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. “My wife and I enjoy the new menu (few additions).”
  2. “With fresh management, a new menu, and a renovated venue, Ivy's Bistro (which got its start in 1994) provides Tribeca denizens and toilers with egg-centered breakfasts, burger or salad lunches, and dinners that alternate French and Italian staples with ho”
  3. “The menu was also very vegetarian friendly with an sinful macaroni and cheese dish on the menu.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “Ivy's is a great place for any special occassion or just a casual dinner out.”
  2. “It is a great place to go in the summer, great outdoor seating and 1 block from the river.”
service
94.44000244140625% positive
  1. “My husband, his parents, our 2 children and I enjoyed the food at Ivy's and our server, a French lady, was great and entertained our children.”
  2. “In short, very attractive, friendly hostesses with good food?”
  3. “excellent food and service”
  4. “We recently went to Ivy's bistro with a group of 10 people and were delighted to see that new owners had purchased the place giving it a fairly impressive makeover in decor and food.”
  5. “The menu was also very vegetarian friendly with an sinful macaroni and cheese dish on the menu.”
  6. “The staff was friendly & helpful (which is a rare-ity on a Sunday).”
  7. “The waitress was wonderful, happy hour drinks hiit the spot and the Goat Cheese Salad was Yuummmmy!”
  8. “but they are prompt with service and the food is outstanding.”
  9. “That is great customer service.”
  10. “Plus our waitress could not have been nicer and the food was incredible!”
  11. “Nice at home feel, good wines, nice music & the staff is very welcoming.”
  12. “Ask for the french waitress (can't recall her name), good server, very attentive and knows her wines!”
  13. “The food and service were great and the vanilla creme brulee and garlic bread with pesto sauce were to die for.”
  14. “The service is extremely slow and can sometimes be frustrating but the food more then makes up for it.”
  15. “excellent service”
  16. “The waitress are really friendly and nice.”
  17. “But the reason I keep coming back is the very friendly, charming and familiar service you get.”
  18. “Imagine my surprise when the French waitress behind the bar remembered my name, favorite drink and last dinner order, even though the last time I visited was a few weeks ago!”
value
61.11000061035156% positive
  1. “Enjoy a nice Bottle of Barolo, food takes awhile but is worth the wait.”
  2. “Wonderful non expensive cozy spot in the heart of expensive Tribeca”
  3. “The food is very good and on par with the more pricey spots nearby.”
wait time
50.0% positive
  1. “The service is extremely slow and can sometimes be frustrating but the food more then makes up for it.”
  2. “This place is cozy/cool with GREAT Jazz playing all night long.”
1 Star Rating: Poor

08/05/10

Worst place ever!

by ConnieFrenchie at Citysearch

This restaurant is the WORST place ever. 45 minutes to wait for pizzas and pasta, even not good. The worst was the service, the waitress was arrogant and very rude. We went there because we didn't make reservation to Locanda Verde and couldn't get a table. Such a disappointment, don't go there!....

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/25/08

Awesome Birthday..

by lenarch at Citysearch

Just had the most awesome birthday dinner here. Service was great, and even though it was crowded, we were not rushed through the meal like some places do. Tthe appetizers (chicken fingers, calamari and garlic bread) were totally yummy. And my main course -- grilled hanger steak -- was delicious.

  • Pros: ambiance,outdoor sitting,food
  • Cons: none
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/14/08

Love this place!!!!

by nic1194 at Citysearch

We went to Ivy's Bistro for my boyfriends birthday. I had called to ask if they could make a carrot cake (his favorite) and they said yes without hesitation. Turns out the chef had never made one before and he went and searched for a recipe and made it all completely from scratch. It was phenomenal!! We all loved it. Plus our waitress could not have been nicer and the food was incredible! The place is so cute, too. We are going to be going her more often. So glad we found this little gem!

  • Pros: Food, service, ambience
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/16/08

Ivy's Bistro Great Place to go~~

by ivy804 at Citysearch

my fds host the birthday dinner for me and my sis.. I love Ivy's Bistro really much!! The owner Mike is a really great person. The waitress are really friendly and nice. The food are good! My love is Eggplant Rollatini and Chicken Marsala.. all of us enjoy the food, the place. . I definitely will go again!! Highly recommonded !!

  • Pros: Great Service! Great food!
  • Cons: none
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/24/08

excellent food and service

by Greatspot at Citysearch

Ivy's is a great place for any special occassion or just a casual dinner out. I have been there several times and always have a great experience. The owner usually comes by and says hello and the food is exceptional. It is a great place to go in the summer, great outdoor seating and 1 block from the river. I am so happy there is a restaurant like this in the neighborhood.

  • Pros: food, ambience, service
  • Cons: not much bar space

The Details on Ivy Bistro

Place Categories:

  • great food
  • great customer service
  • great place
  • nice french waitress
  • enjoy new menu
  • relaxing restaurant
  • very nice new owner
  • fantastic sausage pizza
  • warm fresh muffins
  • helpful staff
  • favorite little spot
  • extremely slow service
  • interesting twists
  • love chicken marsala
  • good wines
  • great jazz
  • enjoyed brunch
  • not disappoint meal
  • ever disappointed nothing
  • wonderful non
  • amazing mac
  • favorite drink
  • expensive tribeca
  • nice cool iced coffee
  • amazing cheese