Ivy Restaurant

Ivy Restaurant occupies an old chapel on North Hale Street in downtown Wheaton, and the ivy, vines and stained-glass windows inside give the dining room its name and its look. The kitchen is known for steaks, chops and seafood, and the menus change with the seasons. Owners Dick and Carol O’Gorman describe the menu process as a collaboration between the chefs, the staff and regulars. There is a patio for summer dining, private party space with a dedicated event planner, and a loyalty program. The restaurant is open six days a week and takes reservations online and by phone.

What to know

• Located inside a former chapel with stained-glass windows on North Hale Street.
• The kitchen is known for steaks, chops and seafood on seasonal menus.
• Owned by Dick and Carol O’Gorman.
• A patio opens for outdoor dining in warm weather, and private parties have a dedicated event planner.