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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
1116 reviews
€51 and over
Afternoon Tea
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 an early morning breakfast meeting. A rich cup of coffee, a deep plush chair, perfectly arranged cut flowers, and a front-row seat to the natural drama of the Green.

In the late morning, The Lord Mayor's Lounge moves to the 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.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 34 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Afternoon Tea, Lounge

  • Hours of Operation

    Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (01) 663 4500

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

What 1,116 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin

    Best Ambience

  • Dublin

    Good for special occasions

  • Dublin 2

    Best Overall

  • Dublin 2

    Best Food

  • Dublin 2

    Best Service

  • Dublin 2

    Best Ambience

  • Dublin 2

    Good for special occasions

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  1. Jeanne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exquisite afternoon tea delights served attentively in elegant setting.
  2. PamH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A wonderful afternoon tea experience. Excellent staff who were very attentive and professional. Beautiful decor in the Lord Mayor's Lounge. Food and beverages were of a high standard. The staff boxed up any leftovers for us to take home. I would go again but at a later sitting than my booking of 12 O'clock as it was very quiet then. A truly lovely experience for my Mum and I.
  3. MoiraB

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely place for a proper tea. Food was delicious, service was spectacular! Reservations are required!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely afternoon tea with my friend as a treat for her birthday. We were looked after so well, everything was perfect. We weren’t rushed which was nice.
  5. Annew

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed my lovely afternoon tea we were looked after like kings and queens
  6. AlesyaM

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Lovely & helpful staff, delicious & fresh food, plenty of choice & variety. Amazing service
  7. Macker

    Dublin

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very enjoyable if a little pricey but food was lovely, decor really nice and staff very helpful
  8. MaryO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Evrrything was just great, we might have prefered more savoury food to so much sweet cakes. But all soo nicely served n delish. Tks. Laura looked after us very well. Say tks to her.please.
  9. AngelaN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So lovely. This is a must experience when in Dublin.!
  10. GerG

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An absolutely incredible experience a must for anyone that has never been before.
  11. Deee

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very special treat and the service and food were all superb.
  12. niamhn

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 March 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very attentive staff. Lovely atmosphere and a relaxing afternoon. Afternoon tea at The Shelbourne is an experience everyone should have!
  13. LynnD

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely lovely in every way! Three generations celebrating my daughter’s birthday and my mom for Ireland’s Mother’s Day! Thank you for a perfect ten 🍀
  14. AoifeMC

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a treat with delicate savouries and sweet cakes. Impeccable service!
  15. DavidM

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brought my Mother here for Mothers Day and it was the perfect gift. I want to give a special shoutout to our waiter Michal who provided exceptional service.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Afternoon tea at the shelbourne never disappoints. The servers were absolutely so lovely and attentive. Our cups of tea were constantly refilled and sandwiches replenished when required. Was a lovely outing and experience.
  17. AoifeK

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I brought my daughter for a belated birthday treat. Everything was lovely. We would recommend the chicken sandwiches and cured salmon the most for savoury. Scones with jam and clotted cream next, and out of the desserts, the trifle. Thank you Imelda who welcomed us so warmly, Michal who served us along with his colleagues. A lovely memory for the two of us to have.
  18. og66

    Oxford

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent! Amazing experience from start to finish! Staff attentive, friendly and very professional. Made my Mum's 90th Birthday so special.
  19. ppglenno

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s nice and we really enjoyed it . We definitely coming back next time
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An outstanding experience from beginning to end. The food, service and atmosphere was absolutely wonderful. The best afternoon tea experience I’ve ever had. Highly recommend to anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion
  21. Louiseke

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a fab afternoon here. Lovely food and ambience but the staff were so attentive and nice ot made for a thoroughly enjoyable experience
  22. KimberlyC

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 March 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    On vacation from the states. Brough 2 of my adult children for their first high tea. They had no idea what to expect and loved the experience! One of us has food allergies and proper accommodations where made in great detail! The hotel is stunning and the staff very attentive. It was a wonderful time!
  23. CianO

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, attentive, friendly staff. Food very delicious. Decor & setting amazing
  24. GrainneC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely experience, the service was amazing as was the food.
  25. MaryM

    Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    On arrival we were 15 mins early but was greeted by a very helpful lady who advised us to have a drink in the bar and she would notify the lounge that we had arrived, we had just seated when we were approached and told that our table was then ready, they brought through our drinks to the lounge for us, once there our coats were taken to be hung and we were advised how the menu worked which seemed limitless. Our waitress was very pleasant and helpful and made sure we were contented at all times. The food itself was beautiful and there was an abundance of choice for teas and coffee. We were not able to finish all our serving and we were offered to bring the remaining home with us which we did, it was boxed up so beautifully, unfortunately after using the restrooms I had left the box behind us! All in all it was a very relaxed and enjoyable experience and couldn’t recommend the staff enough for their efficancy and hospitality shown. A great day we will certainly revisit
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 February 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Amazing experience with impeccable service, delicious food, in a lovely environment. Would have preferred more savoury items as the food was a bit heavy on the sweet side but this is a personal preference and you can ask for more sandwiches anyway (like a fancy all-you-can-eat 😁)
  27. RosemarieF

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a lovely afternoon . A very fitting birthday treat for my niece . Candle on cake was a special treat.
  28. GiulioM

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All perfect: setting, service and food. Lots of variety of tea to choose from, both of those i tried were amazing. Not cheap of course but definitely worth it for a special occasion. Recommended.
  29. Sasa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thoroughly enjoy Afternoon Tea with my Mother for her birthday. Staff were very attentive and knowledgeable. Trainee working and he was fabulous. Informed us that menu changes in the summer so yet to re-book for summer time. Fabulous experience. We will be back.
  30. MartinaH

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 February 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful afternoon tea at the Shelbourne yesterday. Fantastic service and beautiful environment. Would have liked more savoury items but overall it was fabulous.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Kids tea was great too.
  32. AlisonD

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 February 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon tea yesterday. Our waiter Paul was welcoming, efficient and an all round excellent host. His friendly smile and chat added to the “afternoon tea experience” We had two drinks in the bar and all the staff there were great too.
  33. Melissa

    Limerick

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very pleasant experience. Will definitely go again.
  34. AileenL

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 February 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience5
    Everything was excellent, without fault except for the fact that we felt somewhat rushed out . We were served our food and drink at about 2.50 and we were given our coats at about 4pm. We understood that the next sitting was at about 5pm and just expected to be able to stay till about 4.30 - a leisurely two hours.
  35. LorettaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous afternoon tea. Excellent service and a great atmosphere
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a beautiful afternoon together and the service and ambiance were so warm and nicely considered. I particularly enjoyed the quiet space and relaxed atmosphere.
  37. VivienneW

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    Very disappointed with service, nobody offered to take coats. When paying was asked when the voucher for afternoon tea was purchased and then there was a long pause with no eye contact before I was told that the voucher would cover the tea. The voucher has been bought in July 2022 for afternoon tea for two, there should not have been any uncomfortable moments like this. I was ready to stand my ground but I know that other people would have felt very embarrassed by this.
  38. PaolaC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 February 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great ambience, very attentive and friendly staff. Excellent selection of tea and coffee and sandwiches. Very fancy selection of desserts perhaps a bit too sweet for our taste, but nevertheless very good. Overall a lovely experience, highly recommended!
  39. Selma

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful place, the service was impeccable and we had a nice time. A must-do in Dublin
  40. SamanthaS

    Leinster

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gabriela was a lovely waitress at our table. The food was delicious and like the fact you could get more sandwiches if you wish. Beautiful room also. Would go back again.

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The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel is rated 4.8 stars by 1116 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people

19:00


Booked 34 times today
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 pm–7:00 pm

  • 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

    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

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