Step behind the velvet curtain for an evening of candlelight, masked figures, haunting melodies and theatrical dining at the iconic West End restaurant
[London, October 2026] This Halloween, The Ivy West Street is inviting guests to step behind the velvet curtain for Midnight Masquerade, an exclusive one-night-only dining experience where elegance meets the eerie.
Taking inspiration from the mystery and drama of the West End, the iconic restaurant will transform for an after-dark masquerade of candlelight, masked figures, haunting melodies and theatrical surprises, unfolding from 9.30pm until 1am on Saturday, 31 October.
For £100 per person, guests will enjoy an exclusive three-course set menu created for the occasion, beginning with a selection of pre-starter nibbles including Lobster Cornet with avocado mousse and Greek cress, alongside a Galette of Potatoes with beef tartare, truffle aioli and black truffle.
Date: Saturday 31 October
Time: 9.30pm
Tickets: £100 per person, including three-course dinner
To book: [HERE]
To start, guests can choose from dishes including Black Truffle Cheese Soufflé, twice-baked and finished with gratinated cheese, winter truffle and chives; The Ivy Classic Crispy Duck Salad with roasted cashew nuts, sesame, watermelon, ginger and hoisin sauce; or Traditionally Oak Smoked Salmon, served with horseradish crème fraîche, pickled beetroot, dill oil and dark rye bread.
Main courses include Roasted Venison Loin with golden beetroot, parsnip purée, blackberries, crispy parsnips and juniper sauce; Pan-Fried Monkfish Tail with steamed mussels, buttered spinach, red pepper and a saffron-infused shellfish velouté; and a vegetarian Pumpkin, Wild Mushroom & Truffle Pithivier, served with roasted pumpkin, celeriac, spinach, wild mushroom duxelles and black truffle sauce.
The evening culminates in the aptly named Midnight Masquerade, a dark chocolate torte with pistachio feuillentine, raspberry and rose petals, dramatically presented beneath a smoke-filled cloche alongside a masquerade mask and red rose. Guests can also choose from Pumpkin Crème Brûlée with pumpkin and white chocolate ganache, or Fig and Pistachio Feuilleté with hazelnut financier, crispy pastry, yoghurt sorbet and cream.
Danny Cornish, General Manager at The Ivy West Street, comments: “With our home in the heart of the West End, theatre has always been part of the fabric of The Ivy, so we wanted to bring that sense of drama and intrigue into our Halloween celebration. Midnight Masquerade will be an evening of candlelight, masked characters, live entertainment and unexpected moments, all centred around a special menu created for the night. We’re looking forward to welcoming guests behind the curtain for a Halloween evening unlike any other.”
With masks encouraged and seats strictly limited, Midnight Masquerade promises a Halloween night of mystery, glamour and theatrical dining in the heart of London’s West End.
Midnight Masquerade takes place at The Ivy West Street on Saturday, 31 October 2026, from 9.30pm until 1am. Tickets are £100 per person and include a three-course set menu.
Guests are invited to book their table here while availability lasts [here]
The Ivy West Street is open seven days a week, from 11.30am – 12.00am
About The Ivy West Street:
Sitting in the heart of Covent Garden, The Original Ivy on West Street stands as a true icon of British dining. Since opening its doors in 1917, it has earned a reputation for impeccable service, timeless elegance, and a passion for exceptional food that continues to inspire loyal guests and newcomers alike. The legendary restaurant seamlessly blends classic charm with a celebration of art and culture. The Ivy West Street’s restaurant and upstairs private dining room epitomise glamour. With its iconic shimmering Central Dining Bar, signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling and striking contemporary art collection, The Original Ivy continues to be a cherished part of London’s cultural and culinary landscape. Serving curated seasonal menus and classic signature dishes from through the ages.