The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

4.8

1710 Reviews

€51 and over

Afternoon Tea

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 18 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 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Daily 7:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(01) 663 4500
Website
http://www.shelbournedining.ie/the-lord-mayors-lounge
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
The Shelbourne Hotel, 27 St Stephen's Green, Dublin, Co. Dublin D02 K224
Neighborhood
South City Centre
Cross street
St. Stephen's Green
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Dublin Bus/Luas/Taxi rank on doorstep
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Festive supper menu - Daily from 7.30pm-9.30pm
Nov 29, 2024 - Dec 30, 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.

Éclair Orange-infused Jivara chocolate, whipped ganache and orange gel, topped with an orange glaze and crispy balls
Black Forest Dark sweet cherry mousse layered with kirsch-soaked chocolate sponge, cherry filling, rich chocolate mousse, and a touch of vanilla cream
Christmas Tree Cinnamon and vanilla flavoured granny smith apple compote covered with Madagascar vanilla bavarois and mild spiced Christmas cake
Cheesecake Pot A luxurious cheesecake with Achill Island sea salt caramel sauce, layered with praline and Chantilly cream, served in a chocolate pot

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

Noise • Moderate

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Dublin
Best Ambiance
Dublin 2
Best Overall
Dublin 2
Best Service
Dublin 2
Best Ambiance
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

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Allison
VIP
London
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined 1 day 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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Aoife
Washington DC
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 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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Ioan
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 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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Cormac
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 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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Emily
Dublin
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 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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Aoife
Leinster
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 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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Mary
Dublin
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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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Ann
Leinster
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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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Patricia
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 16, 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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Eleanor
Dublin
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 13, 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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FAQs

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.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 18 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
Neighborhood
South City Centre
Hours of operation
Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Daily 7:30 pm–9:30 pm
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

Website
http://www.shelbournedining.ie/the-lord-mayors-lounge
Phone number
(01) 663 4500

The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Festive supper menu - Daily from 7.30pm-9.30pm

Menu

Sandwiches

Oak Smoked Salmon Lakeshore mustard, treacle bread, lemon gel

Classic Egg Mayonnaise and Cress White bread (

Roast Chicken and Chive Mayonnaise Wholemeal bread

Roast Chicken and Chive Mayonnaise Wholemeal bread

Scones/Cake

Classic Buttermilk Scones Plain and golden raisin buttermilk scones

Lemon Pound Cake Soft pound cake flavoured with lemon and rich in fruits

Banana Bread Soft moist rich banana bread

Home Made Scones Buttermilk and cranberry scones

Desserts

Éclair Orange-infused Jivara chocolate, whipped ganache and orange gel, topped with an orange glaze and crispy balls

Black Forest Dark sweet cherry mousse layered with kirsch-soaked chocolate sponge, cherry filling, rich chocolate mousse, and a touch of vanilla cream

Christmas Tree Cinnamon and vanilla flavoured granny smith apple compote covered with Madagascar vanilla bavarois and mild spiced Christmas cake

Cheesecake Pot A luxurious cheesecake with Achill Island sea salt caramel sauce, layered with praline and Chantilly cream, served in a chocolate pot

What 1,710 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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