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The Ivy on the Square, Edinburgh, SCT

The Ivy on the Square

4.4 (13641)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
6 St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh, SCT EH2 2BD

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 119 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Clinton Woodhouse
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town
  • Parking details
    Nearest parking is situated at Edinburgh Waverley train station.
  • Public transit
    Edinburgh Waverley station, 4 min walk from the station.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • £20.95 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(starter and main course) for £20.95. The Menu is available 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. Please note, this menu is not available in August.
    £20.95 Two-Course Heritage Menu Photo
  • Jazz Night at The Ivy on the Square Edinburgh

    Jul 3, 2025 only
    Let the smooth sounds of live jazz elevate your Thursday night. Join us on Thursday, 3rd July, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM, for an evening of soulful melodies from The Ivy Trio band, delicious dining, and refreshing summer cocktails. Whether you're unwinding over dinner or sipping our latest seasonal drinks, you'll find the perfect blend of rhythm and relaxation. Enhance your evening with your favourite aperitif and let the music set the mood. Reserve your table now and make your Thursday unforgettable.
    Jazz Night at The Ivy on the Square Edinburgh Photo
  • Class of 2025 Graduation Menu

    Jun 16, 2025 - Jul 10, 2025
    Celebrate this monumentous milestone with our Class of 2025 Set Menu. Enjoy two-courses for £29.95 or three-courses for £35.95, perfectly paired with an exclusively priced and perfectly chilled bottle of Nyetimber, available for £75 and a memorable keepsake to take home. Menus and Prices are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw this offer without prior notice.
    Class of 2025 Graduation Menu Photo

What 13,641 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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • 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 "excellent service" and beautifully presented dishes. Renowned for its "delicious" food and welcoming atmosphere, the restaurant's "exquisite decor" and professional staff create a memorable visit. While some found it pricey, the overall quality and charm are highly praised.
13,641 Reviews
  1. Royda VIP

    San Diego38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely stunningly beautiful venue. And the food is as wonderful as the setting. Highly recommend.

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  2. Meg

    Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent. Serving us, we had a very nice young man who was extremely attentive and friendly. I chose the Korean Glazed Grilled Chicken Salad, which was fantastic - so tasty! We thought the Wine was quite expensive, though. In general, it was a lovely experience!

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  3. keith

    Liverpool/Merseyside2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ivy never fails to impress. The service and ambience never fail to impress. The duck salad was to die for. A happy dining experience was had by all.

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  4. Gerald

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, surroundings, food and drinks. Very attentive and friendly staff throughout this visit

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  5. Aleashia

    Edinburgh/Midlothian1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, stunning decor and lovely staff. Our waiter in particular was very helpful and friendly, even to the point of coming from upstairs to outside to take a photo for my mum whose birthday it was. I also felt very reassured when it came to my meal being gluten free

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  6. Roy

    Edinburgh/Midlothian1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We went for Sunday brunch - it was deadly quiet. We now know why.... Over-priced and TERRIBLE service.

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  7. Tom

    Edinburgh/Midlothian4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall an experience that we enjoyed with attentive service and nicely decorated room with a good atmosphere. However the food was only just good enough and at well over £300 for four for two courses, four cocktails and a cheap bottle of wine I’m not sure it represented great value for money.

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  8. Adele

    Edinburgh/Midlothian1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience at Ivy on the Square … the afternoon tea was delicious .. especially loved the smoke effect … great service and plenty to eat ..

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  9. Ann VIP

    New York City17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    perfect lunch spot -- friendly service, tasty food, generous portions, convenient location.

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  10. Careen

    Perthshire/Stirlingshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect location, service was fantastic. Flynn was very helpful and attentive to all our requirements. The Ivy Chocolate Bombe is divine 😋.

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FAQs

The Ivy on the Square is rated 4.4 stars by 13641 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. Edinburgh/Midlothian
  4. Edinburgh
  5. Old Town

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 119 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, 4 min walk from the station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Clinton Woodhouse
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, High Tea, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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