The Ivy on the Square is part of The Ivy Collection, which remains true to the values of the original Ivy restaurant, famous for its celebrity clientele and superior dining experience. Interiors feature sumptuous Art-Deco detail, marble floors and striking burnt orange banquettes.

Breakfast at The Ivy is a relaxed yet sophisticated experience. Start off with a choice of juices or coolers while you choose from a range of Breakfast options including The Ivy full English Breakfast or one of the light and healthy plates. The Breakfast menu also includes a range of teas and coffees.

Brunch is a more decadent affair with starters such as the salt and pepper squid tempura followed by the scorched dry-aged rib-eye steak as a main course. For an extra indulgent experience, why not enjoy a cocktail or glass of Champagne with your Brunch?

Open seven days a week, the restaurant includes a vibrant dining space, alongside a bar and striking mezzanine terrace overlooking Edinburgh’s historic St Andrew Square just off of Edinburgh High Street.

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Breakfast is served Monday to Friday 8:30am - 11:15am, and Saturday & Sunday 8:30am - 10:45am.

Brunch is served Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays from 11am - 3:45pm.

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Vegan options
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Disabled Access
  • Children Allowed
  • Online Booking
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH2 2BD
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    a month ago
    We recently visited and while the food was absolutely delicious. We did feel a bit rushed at the beginning of the service. Our server, Mimi, was genuinely lovely—friendly, attentive, and made the effort to check in with us throughout the meal. Every dish we ordered was full of flavor and beautifully presented. It's clear the kitchen knows what they’re doing, and we’d happily come back just for the food. All in all great food, decent service, and a lovely server—being rushed at the start did affect our overall impression.
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    a month ago
    Delicious food and had the two course meal which was excellent value. My starter was beautifully presented and tomato on whipped cream and topped with edible flowers. Truly devine. The vegetarian sweat potato and broccoli curry was also full of different flavours and well cooked rice. Gorgeous interior design and green plants creating a natural dining experience. Service was good but a bit slow. Bar staff were very friendly. Our waitress was lovely, friendly and knowledge
  • 5.0
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    5 months ago
    A rather sleek elegant venue with superb customer service. Offering a range of food and drinks to suit all tastes this a very popular and in demand place to be. With seating upstairs, downstairs, at the bar and outside, the staff do their best to accommodate all customers. They do accept walk ins, however best to book. A beautiful place. There was a "service charge" but staff should notify you of this. As always the staff do appreciate being nice to as well as tips 👍