The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh in Edinburgh, City of

Food was good but Ivy special ginger beer drink was Not Ginger Beer (fermented) just a small glass of lemon and soda with a bit of crushed ginger. A rip off at £7.

Afternoon tea was great which sadly was the only thing that was. We were late being sat down by over 10 minutes. A further 10 minutes before anyone spoke to us. Tea didn't arrive until after the food despite being offered and accepted. The waiter gave us a flittering amount of attention between giving other tables ample attention. For somewhere that boasts the level of service (& the price) that the Ivy does, it was really poor service and we were disappointed.

Wonderful food, outstanding service and a great atmosphere...

This was probably one of the best lunches I have ever had the pleasure of enjoying. I have been to an Ivy restaurant once 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. She was attentive but not overbearing and still let me have my time to myself. 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. Thank you so much for such a wonderful afternoon! Cheers!

Always check out their £19.15 2 Course offers! This was a s good as any Ivy with 'feel at home' eclectic decor. The chicken skewers, mushroom linguine (no Pic) and creme Brullee was fabulous

Lovely festive visit just before Christmas.

super recommended, it's a chain, good dishes, excellent service, especially for Roberto, highly recommended!!!!!

Great meal yesterday at the ivy got a voucher for Xmas and was well worth the visit… lovely relaxed atmosphere and food amazing

Great Ivy service when my daughter's pasta was over peppered. Food was tasty and fresh. We didn't book and were squeezed in too!

Sadly The Ivy has gone downhill in service and value for money. The staff were terrible, to put it mildly. They simply did not want to be there! I will not rush back as there are so many nicer places in Edinburgh. (I do not generally write bad reviews!)

Fabulous dining and NYE experience

First class from start to finish, couldn't fault anything, excellent staff,excellent table,excellent food 👌

Nice place that enjoys a bit of a show with your food. We were giving Christmas crackers as we visited just after Christmas and they also gave my mum a free dessert as it was her birthday.

Having visited the Cambridge venue we chose here to book for our daughter's 18th due to them catering well for coeliac. This visit didn't disappoint. As you would hope from an establishment of this calibre excellent service, range of food and atmosphere. I have marked down food to 4 star only because my fishcake was lukewarm, but I can always oversee these things when service is excellent, which it was. Catered well for coeliac emphasising they would share with kitchen colleagues which is always reassuring. Overall a super afternoon with two teens who thoroughly appreciated the whole experience also. Will def go back.

Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a refined menu that caters to various tastes. The food is thoughtfully prepared, showcasing fresh ingredients and creative presentation. The service is attentive and professional, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish. The atmosphere is charming, with elegant decor and a lively yet relaxed ambiance that makes it perfect for any occasion. Whether for brunch, lunch, or dinner, this is a place worth visiting.

Small portions food wasn’t particularly warm. Good atmosphere and service was impeccable.

We booked in person, to have breakfast on out first moring in the city but upon arrival no one could find our booking. The staff were lovely and did find us a table. Unfortunately though following our Scottish breakfasts my partner was ill and has been so for the remainder of out stay in beautiful Edinburgh.

Really enjoyed our boxing day brunch here. the staff were very helpful & and attentive, + the food was delicious. Would definitely come back again to taste their non-festive menu as well.

What a great experience, the restaurant is beautiful, the service is great and the food terrific. The shepherd’s pie was the highlight of our dinner. Highly recommend and will be coming back on my next trip to Edinburgh!!

Very disappointed in my visit today and underwhelmed by their christmas decor choice. My complaint will be forwarded in writing. I have never had any cause for complaint at Gleneagles, Signet Library, Caledonian or the Dome in Edinburgh. Today I had a list of concerns: 1. No one offered to take our coat or jacket. 2. I had to ask to move tables as the couple seated next to us had someone with a 'potty' mouth who used the F word as often as she could. 3. No christmas crackers were offered (we were there for the festive menu). 4. Turkey was saved by the sauce. 5. Snowman dessert was lovely. Would I return? Well, having had excellent service at the Ivy in both London and Glasgow, the Edinburgh Ivy was a bitter disappointment. I would return to the Ivy in London and Glasgow but it is highly unlikely (ultimately a "no") that I would return to the Ivy on the Square in Edinburgh.

Visited the Ivy Edinburgh on the 19th Dec '24 with friends for a pre Christmas get together. Was a little disappointed as both my friend and I, Fish dish was on the cool side, we did mention to the waiter and he said he would mention to his manager 🤷. Cocktail were amazing and the attentiveness of staff excellent....

This is a solid British restaurant with no minefields. The food tastes good, fresh and creative. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very good, and the service is warm and thoughtful. Sitting on the second floor with the Christmas lights in the background at night is a really nice experience. I would recommend this restaurant, Ivy, a convenient location with a great atmosphere. However, it should be noted that the reservations here are usually very full. If you choose to walk-in, there may be no vacancies, so it is recommended to book in advance!

Fabulous place with great food for a very special occasion

Recommended to book a table , the staff were really pleasant and attentive. Food was wonderful and so was the atmosphere. A wonderful evening meal after visiting the Christmas market . Will definitely visit again when I’m back in Edinburgh.

We were so very disappointed by our afternoon tea experience today (17th Dec). Although I'd booked for afternoon tea the staff were unaware and presented us with A La Carte menus. When the food arrived it was quite theatrically presented with dry ice, but that's were the drama stopped. The bread in the sandwiches was ordinary sliced supermarket bread, some crusts still on and not very appealing. Everything, fillings and bread, was soft with no variation of texture. At this level of restaurant we expected home baked or artisan bread. The scones were good but came with no butter and miniscule amounts of jam and cream for 2 scones each. This left the scones quite dry to eat. The cakes weren't brilliant. The pistachio battenburg's marzipan was so soft and sticky we could hardly pick them up, the pastry in the éclair was hard and stale but the mini mince pies were lovely and the chocolate mousse snowball was a highlight. Service was perfunctory, we had to ask for our tea, and when it came I had to ask for lemon for my Earl Grey. The service didn't warrant the 12% service charge, although we grudgingly paid it. For £107 this was poor value for money and we were so disappointed as we expected far more from The Ivy.

Very nice breakfast. The coffee was spectacular. Very hot, lovely flavor. I think must be their own blend. And service was flawless

-When greeted from reception member of staff felt the response when mentioning not being able to get through the phone line was abrupt. Firstly, it was suggested I called the London number instead of Edinburgh which was not the case. Secondly, she said she could not possibly answer the call as she was at reception -Starter plates were not cleared for a lengthy period of time -Chips on two meals appeared frozen and no home made - disappointing when almost 8 pounds for truffle chips as a side -We have dined in numerous Ivy restaurants this was the only time we have had any issue with service or food -The restaurant thanked us for our feedback and encouraged us to write a review

Amazing food and service. A little noisy, but otherwise perfect for a pre-christmas treat. Prices pretty reasonable given the quality.

Beautiful meal to celebrate a birthday. Staff were so attentive and the food was gorgeous!

Absolutely beautiful place to eat, second time now and this time we had an evening meal, service was impeccable and food was to die for- would recommend this to anyone visiting Edinburgh. I’ve also had breakfast once which was also a delight!

The service here is excellent. The food in particular the lobster linguine was also amazing. It's in a prime location in the heart of Edinburgh so was full when I went. Booking in advance is a must therefore!

Booked this with the reviews of it being amazing and doing steak. They also advertise “Sunday Steak Supper 4pm till close” we had a booking for 7.30 sat down to be told there’s no steak left they have ran out. Personally find that really poor and disappointing. Opted for chicken Milanese but it was pretty average. Husband also asked for the drinks menu and asked to order a cider (can’t remember what one) and surprise surprise - “oh we have ran out of that aswell”. Not the best tbh. Staff were lovely but won’t be returning in a hurry.

If it's a steak your going for phone them and make sure they have them, as we were told after been given the menu there wasn't any steak left, gutted was an understatement, as we don't know Edinburgh it was to late to try and find somewhere else.

Lovely afternoon tea with family. Attentive waiter. Met my dietary requirements perfectly. Lovely cocktails.

Delicious Festive menu! The food and mocktails were excellent! The restaurant atmosphere was warm and lively. Our server, Smey, was exceptional. She was lovely to chat to and very attentive. We visited the restaurant as a celebration and she very kindly provided an additional small desert to help us celebrate. This was our second visit to the restaurant and definitely won’t be our last! Would absolutely recommend to those looking for a premium and exquisite dining experience

Lovely dinner and drinks at the Ivy. Big shout-out to Mattia our bartender, who took the time to have some lovely conversations with us. Great experience all round

Excellent food&service,reasonable prices,friendly stuff💚🧡🙏

Our first visit to The Ivy - late lunch with friends - we were shown to a table on the upper floor - beautifully presented restaurant - great art work. Friendly welcome, a steady unrushed service, simple menu, well presented and tasty food, reasonable prices given the venue - in all a lovely afternoon. We would recommend and return.

Ordered two cocktails and sat at the (sticky) bar while waiting for the train. The whole time had to watch the bartender touch all of the ice with their bare hands and their hair touching down into the bar area. The bar tenders were also fighting and the atmosphere was tense. The cocktails were alright but nothing special. Only then to get a bill for £34! For two drinks way over priced and an extra 12.5% service charge, when buying at the bar.. Would never go back again.

Attentive waiter, delicious food and drinks. After 3 courses we are more than full 👌🏻😀

Had a fabulous breakfast. Service outstanding.

Very nice restaurant with good food! Smey was extremely friendly and made us feel very welcome. We would definitely come back! :-)

Excellent meal. Really attentive staff and lovely atmosphere. Great night.

Such friendly staff. Had a great time. Thanks. Food good, cocktails good. Worth booking as so busy.

Another wonderful experience at an The Ivy restaurant 😍 Very friendly staff that made us feel comfortable and the food was delicious and quickly brought out. My fiance enjoyed the duck curry and I enjoyed the Chicken milanese 👌

Booked here to have a birthday breakfast with my partner. Mentioned this in the information box when booking a table. We were greeted by a lovely lady who took our coats which was a great glimpse of service to come. The Ivy was beautifully decorated for Christmas. We have had a set breakfast menu and some hot drinks. They’ve then surprised my partner with a birthday treat - with no tacky singing across the restaurant! I could not fault the staff, food or the atmosphere there. Thank you. We will definitely be back when we’re in Edinburgh.

Excellent service as soon as you get in the door! Coffee is very good. Bruch is what they do best, eggs are always cooked perfectly! Nothing is a problem for the staff, they will always go Out their way to make your expensive a memorable one. Make sure to book a table at the weekend.

It is a great British restaurant. I really like the atmosphere and the attentive service. I ordered the Eggs Benedict with hand-pulled ham, and it was very delicious, with plenty of ham and rich hollandaise sauce. The cappuccino was smooth and well-made.

Always reliable for good food and an enjoyable time

Good food and service, everything was just as it should be

First time at the Ivy so we booked in advance & it was truly lovely. Staff were attentive, food was lovely & did not need to wait long for it to come out. We had the chicken Milanese with a mushroom sauce fully recommended & The chocolate truffles & mini mince pies with brandy cream are amazing a must to try for dessert.

Visited on a busy week night after booking earlier that day. Staff were attentive, wasn't kept waiting at any point. Food was OK but not exceptional. Had the sea bass and side of veg. Fairly expensive for what it was.

Breakfast at its best, the service, the food, you have to come here for a full scotish breakfast experience

A wonderful welcome from all the staff. Very tentative and friendly. Highly recommended. The food was delicious and not overly expensive.

Many thanks to Alessia for providing outstanding service on our anniversary.

Loved my food. Great service. Overall good vibe.

Incredible! Went for a nice lunch for our anniversary, and the food was divine, service impeccable. Thank you for the great experience!

Got a voucher for my birthday and was looking forward to dine out at The Ivy. Iam a Coeliac and was very disappointed with my choices!! I had the shepherd's pie which was ok!! Small portion!! And the only dessert I could have was a lemon sorbet!!! I had to scan a QR code firstly to see what a could eat!!! Don't think I will be visiting The Ivy again!!!😒.

Great evening. We were made to feel very special

I couldn’t resist the urge to taste “local” with real fish and chips! It was super good! The alcohol is quite expensive and the dishes are decent although a little expensive. We pay for the decor and the service. Our bill £64 1 main course, 1 menu (starter and main course) and 2 glasses of wine.

Cane here for drinks and sat at the bar. Lovely choice, service was excellent.

Service was slow and lacked attention to detail resulting in an alcoholic g&t being served rather than a non alcoholic g&t as requested and also bits floating in the white wine. One of our servers dropped the tartre sauce on the floor next to me which smashed and splashed up me. The olives and drinks we ordered to start took ages to arrive and turned up just before the main course. We agreed to see the dessert menu but it failed to arrive, so we asked for the bill instead. I would say that the drinks were changed when we pointed our the issues and we weren't charged for the g&t. Staff apologised. We've had the same issues with the g&t in the Birmingham Ivy, so be careful if you're driving!

Nice afternoon tea with voucher.

Had a nice dinner. Wasn't busy but we made reservations. The room is pretty & our waiter was wonderful. Enjoyed ourselves. The wine list was nice as well.

Went to The Ivy in Edinburgh with my daughters on 25/10 for my 70th birthday. The Ivy has a welcoming atmosphere, the service professional and friendly, and the food was really good and well presented. Our waitress Abi (Abigail) was lovely, professional, friendly, smiling throughout the evening and made our first evening in Edinburgh very special. An asset to The Ivy

Very nice night out in central edinburgh. Ivy as you like it. Nice food. I recommend it.

Great location, service and food. Sit upstairs if you can, views over St Andrews square. Very busy so booking is advisable. Truffle tagliolini starter was fantastic, see pic

Food was good, as one has come to expect from the ivy. Took a long time getting to us, though, I think. Otherwise, all right!

Compared with other Ivy restaurants we have been into in York, Harrogate and Glasgow we felt that the menu was a bit restrictive if you were not a meat eater, other Ivys we have been in this year have a much more accommodating to be honest. A bit disappointing sadly

I went with my wife and daughter. My daughter had a burger , which first of all didn’t come on time.. and ended up being sent the wrong one..despite asking for no mayo and no salad only cheese) .. The waiter apologised for the delay and the incorrect order, and then another long wait for her burger, this time they forgot the cheese.. They got it wrong twice!!!! Tried to spot someone to talk to, but my daughter said not to bother.. as she would have to wait again,, by this time me and my wife had finished our starters and my daughter ended up eating alone.. I would have thought the waiter would have come and enquired if my daughter’s burger was ok this time around? Anyways all I can say is the food( pertaining to the order requirements) and service can be improved to match the atmosphere!

I wrote a glowing review and now it seems to have disappeared!

Beautiful food, fantastic service and an amazing atmosphere

A phenomenal Ivy, the chain is always fantastic but they seem to put in much more effort from their food, to the drinks and the fantastic service!

Such a lovely restaurant- great service, fabulous staff and really lovely food. Highly recommended

Excellent food, wonderful ambience. Lovely friendly staff

Very Kind Staff, great food, the interior design in the restrooms is interesting though 😉

We visited Edinburgh and decided to book the Ivy as we regularly visit several nearer to where we live in London . The restaurant is beautiful as they all are, but not quite as well organised , we waited far too long after mentioning a birthday plus the need to leave at a certain time to grab a taxi to the airport , we only had time for one course which was a shame as we had two hours . Service wasn’t up to the standard of the other locations. The bread is delicious, food is always fabulous but the staff don’t seem to be located tables or areas so you just flag people down for the bill etc , it was very busy and I’m sure the staff did what they could, but this experience was not an enjoyable one and I would certainly not recommend this particular restaurant until they reorganise themselves at a higher level.

Perfect in every way. We had cocktails x

Visited for brunch. Delicious smoked haddock and salmon fishcake. Will definitely be back.

Had a very nice dinner here! Food was very good. Service was great. The atmosphere is super nice and colorful!

I very much had FOMO when it came to the Ivy. I was terribly disappointed. The decor is amazing, the food was just OK. I had fish and chips, chips were already salted, I couldn’t eat them, I wish restaurants would not assume everybody wants their chips salted, the batter on the fish was just a little too overdone and a bit rubbery. I suspect it wasn’t a good quality fish given it didn’t say on the menu. The sticky toffee pudding was very lovely however. Service was atrocious, waited far too long to be served in between courses. One female server was particularly frosty with us a few times, not as much as a smile and trying to hurry us up to pay the bill which was for 6 people so we needed time to calculate. The one young server was however so polite and helpful. The older ones should take a few lessons there. There were a lot of staff on when we were there but service was shoddy In brief, I had nothing to “fear of missing out”.

Very pleasant experience thanks to the waiters. Food was excellent.

Very good food for a somewhat lower-priced Ivy restaurant. Nice 20's aesthetic and staff were very attentive. Can be loud if busy but otherwise a great time.

Spectacular breakfast-brunch experience. The waiter's attention is at the height of the place. The best granola I have ever tasted, and some spectacular pancakes as well. The photos speak for themselves.

Great service we had the 1917 menu and it was good, enough choice. Staff were very helpful and attentive.

First time at The Ivy in Edinburgh and it’s a beautiful restaurant. Beautifully decorated with a great ambience. We had the afternoon tea with champagne, absolutely beautiful and very filling! The service is excellent, staff are friendly and polite. Highly recommend.

Here to celebrate our 53rd wedding anniversary. Had a lovely afternoon tea. Very nice staff especially the waiter who looked after us.

I was looking for a nice place for a quiet dinner while traveling alone and found The Ivy Edinburgh online. I got there slightly before my reservation and had a cocktail at the bar while waiting for my table. The Taste of Autumn was phenomenal. The Truffle Tagliolini was decadent. The Shepherd's Pie was rich and robust. The Sticky Toffee Pudding with a cup of tea was the perfect flourish to a great meal. The staff were all polite and very accommodating. Will definitely recommend!

Really great place with great service, many thanks to all the employees at Ivy for the great service and food.

Indeed, the prices are slightly on the steeper side, however if you want to treat yourself to a nice, luxurious dinner, this place is perfect. Great overall food, with a lot of variety.

Great food. Very attentive service. Fancy night out kind of place.

Great food and great staff from the entry to the waiters, US people be advice pancakes aren't sweet but they are good

I had a very odd experience here in late August. I was at the ivy with some friends and we asked for the bill to be split (we're Canadian and forgot that that wasn't common in the UK). The food was fine but overpriced, the decor was beautiful. While we waited for the bill, the manager and the server were hovering around our table telling us we needed to go as the next group was waiting (which was stressful and uncomfortable). We told them we were waiting for our bill and that it was on their end at that moment. The manager intervened and brought the bill over. We assumed they didn't split the bill and paid without looking too closely and left. As we walked down the street on our way to a Fringe show, they called to tell me we only paid half off our bill and we needed to return to pay the rest. We would be late to our show if we did that, so they said they could email me the information. I responded to the email with times that I could come back over the weekend to pay for the rest of the bill. What followed was bizarre. I had provided times that I could come by in person and to let me know what was best, and no one responded to me so I continued to enjoy my holiday. They started calling while I was not available and asking me to pay over the phone or come in at times that I had specifically not provided as available. Finally, we were able to drop by and pay the bill. From a hospitality perspective I'm not sure that the harassing phone calls were worth the small bill that we had to pay. Their staff made the mistake and they probably should have just dealt with it internally as they rushed us out and didn't communicate internally. We won't be returning in the future, and we won't be recommending this restaurant as it was a strange experience. There are so many better restaurants with better customer service in the city.

Very busy (Saturday lunchtime) but staff still had time to be attentive and friendly. Good quality food.

Good service and great for gluten free.

So having eaten @ The Ivy London our expectations were high & boy what a let down. Steak tartare was bland even though my husband asked the waiter to ask chef if he could spice it up. Never happened. My cod was tasty but overcooked. Desserts never happened due to staff not paying attention or being that interested. We asked for service charge & steak tartares to be removed & they were. Would not return. Roll on October for London. Your staff are everything & they employ uni students who engage little & walk around in a daze in Edinburgh. London employ the best who understand the assignment & from the minute you step in the door their job is to make sure you have the best experience.

So looked forward to our evening here but was so disappointed!! 45 minute wait for main course, then lukewarm when it arrived.Poor service!! Bill £239.06 expected better.

We had a friendly welcome and the service was very good. Our food was tasty and we were comfortable.

The food was absolutely fantastic and so was the staff. It's such a beautiful restaurant!

Probably the best brunch in town in a fantastic location. Very friendly stuff and ideal atmosphere.