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

10937 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 145 times today

Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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://theivyedinburgh.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

The Ivy On The Square Afternoon Tea
£26.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Experience a British tradition at The Ivy Collection with our famous Afternoon Tea, perfect for any occasion. Give in to the comforting smell of freshly baked, light & fluffy scones paired with clotted cream and strawberry preserve. Then, sink your teeth into soft, crustless sandwiches bursting with traditional British fillings, before concluding your dining experience by indulging in a selection of sweet and decadent petit fours. To make your occasion extra special, upgrade to our Champagne Afternoon Tea by adding a glass of The Ivy Collection Champagne. Birthdays, special occasions; whatever the reason or season, The Ivy on the square is your destination for the perfect Afternoon Tea. *Prices are subject to change
Champagne Dinner
£45.00 per person
Mar 24 - May 12, 2023
Dine on our Champagne Dinner menu every Friday evening, from £45. The menu includes a half bottle of the finest French Champagne per person.
All Day Set Menu
£17.95 per person
Mar 27 - Jun 23, 2023
Enjoy our daytime set menu available Monday - Friday, with two courses from £17.95

What 10,937 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

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

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Edinburgh/Midlothian
Most Booked
Edinburgh
Most Booked

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pinkgeranium789
Brighton
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was really good. Service a bit slow but we were chilled. Had to keep asking for things but waitresses were pleasant. Nice table overlooking St Andrews Square.
LG
LewisG
Manchester
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good as usual
TA
TeriA
Edinburgh
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food as always Amazing service
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoTeria, thank you so much for the positive review!
JT
JT16
London
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service from our waitresses last night. Very friendly and attentive. Thank you!
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoThank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!
NS
NicolaS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience3
Asked our server if we could have our fish extra cooked batter as do not like eating things raw. Restaurant very busy but when food arrived 3x fish all undercooked. Decided to eat what was edible as we were going to the theatre and not much time. I did comment the fish was under cooked and she apologised. Not good enough for the cost of the meal plus a large gratuity added to bill and we did ask for our food to be cooked to our preference. Use this chain in London a lot but won’t be back!
AL
AbigailL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing place. Great service. Thank you for a perfect date night.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food2service5ambience3
Nothing special, my bill for myself was £105, everything was just ok, steak was weird in my opinion and the apple tatin looked amazing till the waitress couldn’t get the calvados lite properly and she poured raw alcohol on it, didn’t taste nice at all, will I be back, no I don’t think so
M
Mark
London
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ivy Grills consistently deliver like an independent restaurant and not a chain. The Ivy on the Square was no exception. Superb service and flavoursome food perfectly presented.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoMark, thank you for the high star rating!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent breakfast menu and excellent food. Friendly staff.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoOpentable Diner, thank you for the high star rating!
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Watty
Edinburgh
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience4
Service very slow. One hour and 30 minutes in and only starters had arrived.
GM
GMoney
London
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place, food, staff and ambience. Would thoroughly recommend
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoGmoney, we really appreciate your positive review!
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Lucy
Glasgow
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
I wouldn’t rush back. Steak over cooked. Cod very small. Few dishes coming with sides which adds a lot more on to the bill and just isn’t justified in my opinion. Beautiful place and toilets. Great staff. But feels chainy and not so special. Great tempura squid to start though! Wish the meal could have continued that way.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Service was great the waited was good made the night
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoHello Opentable Diner, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback.
K
Kenny
Aberdeen
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
One poor starter , one ordinary main course between the two of us.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoThank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day.
JO
JackandOlives
Denver
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
The ivy was an overall nice experience. The service was not as amazing as would be expected in a fine establishment. Our server took a while to see us which was fine. The cocktails then took quite a while to arrive. The cocktail glassware was not picked up our entire dinner. The food was great and just as described! Towards the end of our dinner 8:45ish- the staff began removing tablecloths and table settings to prep for breakfast the next day. It felt as if we were in a diner in a casino. Not exemplary service by any standard. Rather tacky. Overall- our dinner was just fine. The service was a bit of a turn off.
J
Jill
London
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Attentive staff, really lovely dining experience
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoJill, thank you so much for the positive review!
KA
KAHEdin
Edinburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
enjoyed our lunch. would recommend asking for the upstairs room. although some tables for two are too close together for nice ambience/privacy. very nice staff from arrival to table. enjoyed the food and drinks are reasonable price for this type of venue
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoKahedin, thank you for your valuable feedback. We hope we will get a chance to welcome you back soon. Best wishes
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Gloriously retro! Excellent menu! Quirky decor!
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on March 15, 2023Opentable Diner, thank you so much for the positive review!
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ThomasT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dinner for four - great menu in a lovely setting. Highly recommend it
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on March 15, 2023Hello Thomast, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback.
SC
SteveC
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Nice evening . Buzzy atmosphere. Friendly staff and tasty food
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoStevec, thank you so much for the positive review!
E
Edwin
Dublin
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Good to mark a minor anniversary. Food was a tad disappointing, but adequate. The two wines-by-the-glass were excellent and service was friendly and efficient. Disappointing that they were unable to summon a taxi for us.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded 1 day agoThank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day.
SS
SandraS
N. Ireland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food and service.Highly recommend this lovely place 😀
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on March 6, 2023Sandras, thank you so much for the positive review!
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Deni
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great value for money with the set menu. Staff nice and attentive.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on March 6, 2023Deni, thank you for the high star rating!
JM
JohnM
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visited the Ivy for the second time and the experience was equally as good as the first visit.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on March 2, 2023Johnm, thank you so much for the positive review!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely anniversary meal.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on March 2, 2023Opentable Diner, thank you so much for the positive review!
AW
AnneW
Edinburgh
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A meal at the Ivy on the Square is always a great experience. The customer service is excellent from the moment you arrive. Roberto and Andrea had arranged a special treat which was much appreciated. The food was delicious and our waitress, Anna, looked after us very well. Hanks for a lovely evening
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on March 6, 2023Annew, thank you so much for the positive review. Means a world to know how great the team is. See you soon and best wishes.
TB
TracyB
Edinburgh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
Table booked weeks in advance and although I called to request a table downstairs due to an injury- we were led upstairs to an open table as close to the front of the room as we could go. It was my husband's 50th and I'd requested a special desert for him- which we were told was sold out for the evening. Starters were very small portions and lukewarm at best. Mains arrived- duck curry for me (it was gross) and chicken for my husband (better from M&S). We had a drink each (£11 for a G&T) and that was our evening celebration over. So unimpressed for £125! If you are not ordering from a set menu you're paying too much.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lucy on the reception desk was amazing and so welcoming. Will absolutely be returning soon !!
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 27, 2023Opentable Diner, thank you so much for the positive review! We will of course pass on your feedback to our wonderful Lucy!
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Sunny
Angus
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional service, lovely cocktails, immaculately presented lunch.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 23, 2023Sunny, thank you so much for your high rating and see you soon!
RC
RogerC
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First class. Always is
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 23, 2023Rogerc, thank you so much for the positive review and see you soon!
RB
RBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB
Glasgow
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Lovely meal ! Only downside I got the black cod and had a fish bone stuck at the back of my throat all night.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 21, 2023Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope the unfortunate bone had been gone by now and you are well recovered. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience5
Been to the Ivy many times and usually one of our favourites but this visit was very disappointing. The service was really poor despite being sat beside the service station. Several other diners came in after us yet served before us. Waited 40 minutes to order, had to ask for the bread ordered for a pre dinner and had to ask for our wine to be topped up. Food was also poor compared to every other visit and despite booking as a Birthday, no acknowledgement or Birthday plate as presented on previous years. Very disappointed and spoiled a celebration. On the positive, staff kindly organised a taxi which was very helpful.
DA
DavyA
Edinburgh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic place to dine and service is great . Food is varied and very reasonable priced thought drink prices had significantly increased since last visit but all round worth the visit. Worthy of 5 stars .
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 21, 2023Davya, thank you so much for the positive review!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Great food service etc however the additional and inflated service charge for 2 people was excessive, especially after hearing it does not fully go to the wait staff.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was brilliant, service was excellent we arrived late but staff were still cheerful at the front and gave us an amazing table. What really caught my eye was the service our host Jason gave us he was always coming back and forth checking on us giving us recommendations and being really nice and kind. Big shoutout to Jason
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 18, 2023Opentable Diner, thank you so much for your high rating. We will of course pass on your feedback to our Jason. See you soon!
TD
TD58
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We decided to go from the set menu which was a good choice. The white onion soup was amazing and the steak egg and chips were excellent. All good was very well presented and our waiter Jason was very good. Overall an excellent restaurant experience.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 18, 2023Td58, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh. We will of course pass on your great feedback to Jason. Looking forward to welcoming you back.
BH
BenH
Edinburgh
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Love the place and the food is great. Music was a bit loud for lunchtime and difficult to talk.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 18, 2023Benh, thank you so much for the positive review. We are sorry that you found the ambiance of our dining room too laud; something we will definitely look into to make the experience more enjoyable on your next visit. Best wishes
OT
OpenTable Diner
Liverpool
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Very rushed, asked to move from table after 50 minutes, food delicious
DG
DeanG
London
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great place for any occasion
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 27, 2023Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!
k
kirstfoodie
London
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Lovely food steak tartare and vegan Asian salad to start. Then lobster linguine and mushroom linguine. Lots of drinks including a very nice Seville G&T. Only quibble was service was bit patchy but a busy Saturday evening. And maybe little short staffed. Overall a very nice meal.
The Ivy on the SquareResponded on February 14, 2023Kirstfoodie, thank you so much for the positive review. We are pleased to read you enjoyed your experience with us.

FAQs

The Ivy on the Square is rated 4.4 stars by 10937 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 145 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Dining areas

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
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://theivyedinburgh.com/
Phone number
0131 526 4777

The Ivy on the Square

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences