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The Ivy on the Square, Edinburgh, SCT

The Ivy on the Square

4.4
4.4
13585 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 122 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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
    Clinton Woodhouse
  • 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.
    Breakfast Set Menu Photo

  • 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.
    Sunday Steak Supper Photo

  • 1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu

    Jan 3, 2025 - Nov 13, 2025
    Elevate your dining experience with our Set Menu. Embark on a culinary journey with our seasonal and classic dishes, and delight in two courses for £19.95 or three courses for £25.70 per person. The Menu is available Monday to Thursday from 11:30 till close and on Friday from 11:30-18:30.Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu Photo

Menu

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What 13,585 people are saying

The Ivy on the Square reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for special occasions

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Most Booked

  • Edinburgh

    Good for special occasions

  • Edinburgh

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ivy on the Square offers a "fantastic experience" with "excellent food and service." Guests appreciate the "great atmosphere," varied menu, and attentive staff. Known for special occasions, the restaurant provides a "vibrant ambiance" and "delicious" dishes. Some diners noted service delays, but overall, it's a "highly recommended" spot.

13,585 Reviews

  1. Geraldine

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Would highly recommend

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  2. jackie

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been a few times to the Ivy usually seated upstairs..wer down stairs this time but still didn't disappoint..first class service overall ..will be back

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    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not worth the price nice food but not amazing. My fish was dry and tasted like any piece of white fish I’d make at home .. disappointed

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    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eat here regularly - crazily relaxed ambiance - well paced experience - second to none service by staff who exude respect and warmth - yeah, I like being there!

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  5. Ian VIP

    Aberdeen9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent, had a lovely afternoon, Marta was really good
    The Ivy on the SquareResponded 6 days ago
    Opentable Diner, thank you so much for the positive review! we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh! Marta will be very happy to read your review.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always, staff were attentive, food was lovely and atmosphere was wonderful, just what was needed after a fantastic result at Murrayfield
    The Ivy on the SquareResponded 6 days ago
    Opentable Diner, we're so glad that we were able to go above and beyond your expectations!

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  7. Catherine

    Toronto12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and excellent service. Our server was exceptional.
    The Ivy on the SquareResponded 6 days ago
    Opentable Diner, thank you so much for the positive review! we're so glad that we were able to go above and beyond your expectations!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good but not amazing! Staff were wonderful and the restaurant was beautiful.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Glasgow1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food and service was outstanding , lovely decor

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  10. Cora

    Connacht1 review

    1.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Overpriced nonsense, with zero basic manners or service. Was so excited to try, but after arriving and standing like fools whilst being ignored by 6 ( we counted) passing staff our moods were starting to wane. And we had a booking. Hostess was pleasant, the Waiter was unfortunately not suited to his job. 30 minutes we waited for water to be brought to the table. He blamed the delay on the drinks ‘runner’. Also he was not impressed that I had not done my own homework by scanning a QR code on the menu to find out allergens. I’m coeliac, and the allergens are not printed on their fancy menu. He made a song and dance about having to do it for me. The food was mediocre. My friend got food splatters on her dress from the waiters messy clearing attempt.

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FAQs

The Ivy on the Square is rated 4.4 stars by 13585 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 122 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ivy on the Square

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
    Clinton Woodhouse
  • Additional
    Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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