My mother and I stopped by Ivy after a shopping trip to Wheaton, and we were so glad we did! This was our first time really exploring Wheaton’s restaurant scene, and Ivy made it unforgettable. The ambience alone is worth the visit—set in an old funerary chapel, the restaurant has a cozy yet striking feel, with beautiful stained glass at the back that makes it even more inviting.

We each started with a drink—I went with a whiskey sour, while my mom enjoyed a glass of Château Le Freynelle Bordeaux Blanc. Both were excellent and set a perfect tone for the meal. Our waiter was attentive and helpful, making sure we were all set for each course.

For an appetizer, we ordered the Almond Encrusted Brie, and it was fabulous. On a chilly day, the warm brie with crusty toast points was exactly what we needed. It came with a nice serving of mixed greens and a berry jam that was just the right balance of sweet and tart—a delicious way to start.

For our main courses, my mom chose the Butternut Squash Ravioli, and I went with the 8 oz. Center-Cut Filet. My mom loved her ravioli, especially with the blue cheese topping, which wasn’t heavy but brought out the fall flavors beautifully. My steak, topped with blue cheese as well, was cooked to a perfect medium-rare. It came with a hearty baked potato and asparagus, exactly what I wanted on a brisk day.

We finished with the Flourless Chocolate Cake and Vanilla Bean Gelato—both absolutely delicious! The cake was moist, not overly sweet, and paired perfectly with the creamy vanilla bean gelato. I’m a big dessert fan, and this definitely met my standards.

Overall, Ivy is a gem! The service was excellent, the food memorable, and the atmosphere fun and unique. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Wheaton.