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The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin, Co. Dublin

The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

4.8
4.8
1710 Reviews
€51 and over
Afternoon Tea

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Ireland's most iconic drawing room looks out on the only garden grand enough to match: the glorious St. Stephen's Green. The Lord Mayor's Lounge is the perfect back drop for a special day in Dublin. A room sparkling with light; it is a welcoming setting for our celebratory theatre of that most civilised ritual: the art of Afternoon Tea.
The elements have remained unchanged over the centuries: a fragrant pot of tea, a succession of sweets and delicate sandwiches, fine china, fresh flowers and delighted laughter. This time is all about enjoying the lovely things in life, an experience designed to be shared and savoured. Time slows down and the art of conversation is revived.

From December 1st, our wonderful Lounge will convert to a casual dining venue from 7.30pm daily, allowing our guests to experience an exquisite food offering in our iconic setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    €51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, Lounge
  • Hours of Operation
    Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00–19:00 Dinner Daily 19:30–21:30
  • Phone number
    (01) 663 4500
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • Festive supper menu - Daily from 7.30pm-9.30pm

    29 Nov 2024 - 30 Dec 2024
    This festive season, we invite you to experience the festive charm of our new Evening Dinner Menu in the Lord Mayor’s Lounge. Gather with friends and family in a beautifully decorated setting, perfect for celebrating the season with warm ambiance and exquisite dishes.

What 1,710 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Best Ambience

  • Dublin 2

    Best Overall

  • Dublin 2

    Best Service

  • Dublin 2

    Best Ambience

  • Dublin 2

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel offers a "fantastic afternoon tea" experience in an "elegant atmosphere" with "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "beautiful setting," "delicious food," and an "impressive selection of teas." The attentive staff and exquisite presentation make it a "must do" in Dublin.

1,710 Reviews
  1. Allison

    VIP

    London

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful festive afternoon tea experience at The Shelbourne. You can always rely on it to be great and once again it was. One of the best afternoon tea experiences in Dublin at any time of year. Great service & festive ambience. Thank you.

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  2. Aoife

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked Festive afternoon tea for three and it was wonderful. From the ambience and decor to the tea and food itself, everything was top notch. Well worth the price and lots of leftovers. Would highly recommend it for those looking for a special experience.

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  3. Ioan

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was special, the restaurant, food and service!

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  4. Cormac

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great afternoon tea in the Shelbourne. Service was very good with possibility of additional sandwiches to be brought in. Food was excellent

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  5. Emily

    Dublin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My Mam & I have been coming here for afternoon tea for years, and it is always a delight! Our server Saoirse was very friendly and attentive, and the food was fantastic! We loved the Christmas themed desserts - the Salted Caramel Pot and Black Forrest gateaux were particularly delicious. Already looking forward to our next visit in 2025.

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  6. Aoife

    Leinster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous experience really enjoyed it. Such a lovely atmosphere

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  7. Mary

    Dublin

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience at Afternoon Tea in the Shelbourne. From the minute we arrived , we were very well looked after . The service was excellent. The presentation of the food and the taste were so good. We enjoyed every minute of it. The harpist added to the charm. We would recommend the experience to every one. We plan to return in the near future.

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  8. Ann

    Leinster

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best day today for afternoon. The service was just amazing, and the staff were very helpful. We will definitely be returning. Thank you so much

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  9. Patricia

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my 1st Afternoon Tea experience at The Shelbourne and it exceeded expectations. The attention to detail in making it a memorable experience was incredible. Our server Charlie was very friendly, very knowledgeable on the variety of teas, and very attentive to us. And the variety of savouries and sweets on the stand were irresistible. I can’t recommend it highly enough.

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  10. Eleanor

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Overpriced and the quality is poor. The Westbury is much better value and the ambiance is much nicer.

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The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel is rated 4.8 stars by 1710 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

The Shelbourne Hotel, 27 St Stephen's Green, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 K224

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    St. Stephen's Green
  • Area
    South City Centre
  • Hours of Operation
    Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00–19:00 Dinner Daily 19:30–21:30
  • Price
    €51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, Lounge
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Dublin Bus/Luas/Taxi rank on doorstep
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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