The Ivy on the Square

4.4

13580 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

Jan 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 125 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Fancy

Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 8:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
0131 526 4777
Website
https://ivycollection.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Sean Burbidge

Location
6 St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh, SCT EH2 2BD
Neighborhood
Old Town
Parking details
Nearest parking is situated at Edinburgh Waverley train station.
Public transit
Edinburgh Waverley station, 5 min walk from the station.
Additional
Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Breakfast Set Menu
£17.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Elevate your mornings with our £17.95 breakfast set menu. Begin your day with a choice of refreshing smoothies and a tempting selection of pastries to start, accompanied by The Ivy Breakfast featuring all the classics. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
The Ivy On The Square Afternoon Tea
£35.75 per person
Multiple dates available
Beautifully presented in a three-tied stand and served with your choice of tea or coffee, The Ivy Afternoon Tea includes an assortment of freshly baked scones with rich clotted cream and strawberry preserve, a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, and dainty cakes and tarts, crafted with the finest ingredients. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
Sunday Steak Supper
Multiple dates available
Treat yourself on Sunday evenings and discover our new steak and wine pairing for the perfect end to your weekend. Enjoy a grilled minute steak served with a rich peppercorn sauce, accompanied by thick cut chips or a refreshing baby gem salad and a glass of wine, available for £19.95 from 4pm - Close. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.

What 13,580 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

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Edinburgh/Midlothian
Most Booked
Edinburgh
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Ivy on the Square offers a delightful dining experience with "extraordinary food" and an impeccable service team, noted for being "friendly and attentive." Its beautiful decor and ambiance make it ideal for special occasions. Guests appreciate the "amazing desserts" and recommend the venue for its "top-notch" quality and reliability.

13,580 Reviews

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Helen
Angus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delightful lunch, with pleasant, knowledgeable service, lovely surroundings and ambiance.
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david
VIP
Hong Kong
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent friendly professional service. Good food.
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Dorothy
London
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food not as good as remembered from previous visits tho maybe the re d alert storm here on Friday affected all. It was ok Could have been better esp could have been hotter Anyway Staff excellent
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Hilary
Edinburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was expensive... £142 for two to have 2 starters each, the cheapest bottle of wine and an espresso martini. Sunday lunchtime appears to be the only time of the week there isn't some kind of deal on. The 2 starters were tasty but at £71 each the experience was definitely over priced
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Ryan
VIP
Edinburgh
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Such a disappointing visit today. Service was extremely slow. Left waiting for 25 minutes, no water, drink or food order taken. Starters was fine Mains had to be sent back, bland and very greasy food. Hoping it’s just a one off
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Usman
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had dinner here last night, and it was amazing! The flat iron chicken was delicious and my friend’s ribeye was perfectly cooked. Alessia our server, provided outstanding service she was attentive and friendly throughout. Great food and excellent hospitality—I’ll definitely be back!
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on January 16, 2025
We're glad to hear we delivered such a great experience. We are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh! Alessia will be very happy to read your review
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Jean
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal at The Ivy on the Square was amazing We ate from A taste of winter menu Food cooked to perfection All staff friendly and polite Service was excellent. Would definitely recommend
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on January 16, 2025
Opentable Diner, we are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience!
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Jane
London
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Very poor arrival experience . The table was not ready - which was completely fine - but we should have been shown to the bar not left waiting at the desk. We eventually asked to be moved - had to take coats to table etc - not a great experience all round. Staff harassed and tired
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Andrew
Yorkshire
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
One thing the Ivy provides is consistency, from London to Edinburgh and everywhere in- between you can always guarantee quality food and service, it didn’t disappoint on this visit….
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on January 16, 2025
Hello Opentable Diner, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback. Thanks again for the recommendation, and have an amazing day
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Jamie
Vancouver
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was probably one of the best lunches I have ever had the pleasure of enjoying. I have been to an Ivy restaurant before in Windsor on my last trip to the UK but I don't remember it being quite this good. The food was extraordinary, service impeccable, and because I was by myself, I was able to observe the staff and how they operate. It was so fascinating watching such a well-oiled machine. I used to work in hospitality and it was a delight to watch. Mimi was incredible and so wonderful to chat with, she even picked up that I was Canadian, not American. The dessert was to die for as well. The whole experience really made my day. Not to mention the decor of The Ivy is just incredible. Even the bathroom was amazing. Highly recommend this chain if you are ever in UK, they have many locations to choose from. Cheers.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on January 10, 2025
We're glad to hear we delivered such a great experience. Thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh . Mimi will be very happy to read your review.
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FAQs

The Ivy on the Square is rated 4.4 stars by 13580 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 125 times today

Experiences are available.

6 St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh, SCT EH2 2BD

Additional information

Neighborhood
Old Town
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 8:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Nearest parking is situated at Edinburgh Waverley train station.
Public transit
Edinburgh Waverley station, 5 min walk from the station.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sean Burbidge
Additional
Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://ivycollection.com/
Phone number
0131 526 4777

The Ivy on the Square

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Breakfast Set Menu