The Ivy on the Square

Name: The Ivy on the Square
Address: 6 St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom, EH2 2BD
Telephone: 0131 526 4777
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.4

4.4

13588 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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

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2 people

21 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 92 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 08:30–22:30 Fri, Sat 08:30–23:00 Sun 08:30–22:00
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
Area
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
£35.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Beautifully presented on a three-tiered 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. As this menu is specially curated, we are only able to offer classic or vegetarian options and are unable to accommodate other dietary requirements. 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.

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What 13,588 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

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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 delightful dining experience in a beautifully laid-out setting. Guests praise the "exceptional service" and "amazing quality food." The restaurant is known for its "wonderful ambience" and "delicious" menu options, making it a popular choice for special occasions and regular visits alike.

13,588 Reviews

J
John
London5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Bright, cheerful interior and a welcoming team at this convenient New Town location. The menu has classics plus some with a notable Asian twist. Highly recommend the scallops to begin and the famous shepherd’s pie.
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Geoff
Edinburgh2 reviews
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
La plupart des plats étaient franchement bons, mais le Sunday Roast Lamb n’était pas bon; ni en termes de qualité ni en termes de quantité. En plus avec un prix dépassant les £28 pour le plat; quelle déception. Notons en plus un environnement bruyant. Ceci explique ma note malgré une excellent service.
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K
Edinburgh1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing time at the “Breakfast with Easter Bunny” experience! Hoping they do this again next year!! The kids loved every moment of the breakfast experience…from the Easter bunny, the breakfast itself and the wee goody bag! The experience would not be complete without the the amazing Abigail who looked after us. She is clearly an asset! Her happy soul radiated the whole room! Thank you for making this experience extra special Abi and team!
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Robin
West Lothian19 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal with family. Sat upstairs. Nice atmosphere and great views.
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Pascal
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Le cadre est sympa. Les plats sont bien présentés et copieux. Nous avons testé le bar et le suprême de poulet. Nous n avons pas été déçus, ni des desserts d ailleurs.
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Barrett VIP
Washington DC3 reviews
2.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We’ve never had a bad Ivy chain experience until this location. The food was horrible.
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Linda
Edinburgh1 review
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We booked the Ivy for a special occasion. Was disappointed; food average but expensive. We were all cold throughout the meal which I fed back to the staff.
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Joe
Oxford1 review
3.0
Dined on 13 April 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Food not that good and service a bit slow especially waiting for drinks.
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Stewart
Glasgow3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb Sunday lunch meal. Service was great and the food cooked perfectly
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 6 days ago
Opentable Diner, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh!
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Shaun
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was top class Really enjoyed our family meal
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 6 days ago
Opentable Diner, we are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience!
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FAQs

The Ivy on the Square is rated 4.4 stars by 13588 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

21 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 92 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Additional information

Area
Old Town
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 08:30–22:30 Fri, Sat 08:30–23:00 Sun 08:30–22:00
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

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

The Ivy on the Square

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Breakfast Set Menu