Ivy By The Lake - Sterling

Very nice place for gathering and events. Excellent food.

I have a reservation for 5 and had no table for us. they do not have enough server to provide basic services. when the waitress had to give us in plates and cutlery, she stacked everything on the table so that we could do it. we have table help shawarma. the food was cold, they cut the shawarma and put it on a plate. we have had it before on another place and they cut a little, but they keep it in order to keep it warm and constantly get on the table to cut more if necessary. I really look forward to this place, so disappointed.

First time here and for a weekday we were one of only three tables. Seems like the patio would be great with nice weather. Overall, food was well prepared and tasted very good. But, for three tables, service was well below normal expectations. Took about 15mins to get two cocktails. Waitress did not refill our waiter and seemed to essentially disappear. One of the few times in recent years where I felt justified giving a 10% tip vs 20% or more. Nice young woman but clearly more interested in whatever she was doing other than working.

Food was raw and tasteless we had to return our food

Everything was Excellent! The food and ambiance of the place was exquisite. Perhaps the best part of our whole experience was our server, Kimberly! She was very welcoming and made sure we had the best experience possible. Will be coming back and hope to have her again!