From the minute the security guard opens the door for you, he is checking to ensure you have a dinner reservation. You check in at the desk, and are told which floor to head for pre-dinner drinks and cocktails from the bar, before being seated at your table.

You can take the floral elevator to one of three floors, or take the equally attractive staircase adorned with bright vibrant artwork.

Prepare for ladies taking their picture in the loo of this Restaurant. I know. Sounds strange. But you’ve got to see the loo lol. The Ivy Restaurant Manchester is beautifully decorated inside.

We certainly made sure that we spoiled ourselves with a cocktail or two, and can only add that Culture Calendar will be returning to The Ivy Restaurant Manchester very soon.

Its an experience. One that Culture Calendar will be happy to revisit again. And again. And again.