The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle

Name: The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle
Address: Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo, Ireland, Republic of, F31 CA48
Telephone: (094) 954 5300
Price range: €51 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

525 Reviews

€51 and over

Afternoon Tea

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

10:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for scenic views

The long established tradition of Afternoon Tea has been wonderfully preserved at Ashford Castle since 1868 - you’ll notice the original silver tea set displayed in the Connaught Room, which was presented to Lord and Lady Ardilaun to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary in 1896. With spectacular views from the comfort of the castle’s elegant interior, take your time to savour every delicious moment.

The Afternoon Tea menu offers guests a wide selection of speciality teas or perhaps a glass of Champagne, delicate finger sandwiches, warm freshly baked scones with lashings of cream and home-made jam, not to mention our tasty pastries. It’s the perfect way to spend a leisurely afternoon with friends.

Please note that all visitors will be directed to our car park located across the bridge and a shuttle will be provided. Should there be any delays please call the hotel.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
€51 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Hours of Operation
Afternoon Tea Daily 1:30 pm–4:00 pm
Phone number
(094) 954 5300
Website
http://www.ashfordcastle.com/food-and-drink/the-connaught-room
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Liam Finnegan
Private party facilities
A successful event requires a suitably impressive venue, and Ashford Castle is the clear choice. The grandeur of our interiors, the splendour of our furnishings, the sheer sense of history and the warmth of our welcome is nothing short of remarkable. Begin your event planning journey today by making an enquiry with our talented events team.

Location
Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48
Area
Cong
Parking details
Parking is available in front of the hotel
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

The long-established tradition of Afternoon Tea has been wonderfully preserved at Ashford Castle since 1868 - you’ll notice the original silver tea set displayed in the Connaught Room, which was presented to Lord and Lady Ardilaun to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary in 1896. With spectacular views from the comfort of the castle’s elegant interior, take your time to savour every delicious moment.

Ceapairí – Sandwiches

Burren House Smoked Salmon & Doonbeg Crab - Estate Apple - Cucumber - Dill - Tart
Organic Egg - Watercress - White Sourdough
Roast Beef – Cucumber – Mustard Mayo – Seeded Loaf
St Tola Goats Cheese - Rocket - Red Onion – Apple & Blackberry - Brown Sourdough

Déileálann Milis – Sweet Treats

Estate Blackcurrant & Jasmine Mousse
Honey Mousse Cake - Cocoa Tuile
Coffee & Vanilla Cream Choux Bun
Estate Blackberry & Almond Bakewell

Sconna – Scones

Plain, Fruit & Cheese Scones
Lemon Curd – Clotted Cream – Seasonal Fruit Jam

Champagne Tasting Afternoon Tea

45 € per tasting. Lord & Lady Ardilaun Traditional Afternoon Tea complemented by 3 samples of Champagne:

Lanson Père et Fils
Lanson Rosé Label
Lanson White Label

Champagne Afternoon Tea

Lanson Père et Fils
- GlassEUR 29.00
- BottleEUR 145.00
Lanson Rosé
- GlassEUR 35.00
- BottleEUR 175.00
Lanson White Label
- GlassEUR 35.00
- BottleEUR 180.00
Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve
- BottleEUR 160.00
Ruinart Blanc de Blanc
- BottleEUR 295.00
Billicart – Salmon Rosé
- BottleEUR 235.00
Dom Pérignon
- BottleEUR 490.00

Alcohol Free

Sparkling Tea BLÅ JasmineEUR 15.00
Sparkling Tea GRØN Citrus GreenEUR 15.50

For Uisce Bottle Water

Still
- 750mlEUR 5.50
SparklingEUR 5.50

What 525 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Connacht
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Best Value
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Healthy
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Romantic
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Good for special occasions
Connacht
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle offers an unparalleled afternoon tea experience that guests describe as "amazing," "magical," and "superb." The setting is "elegant," with service that is "impeccable" and staff who are "warm and friendly." The food is "delicious," with a "fantastic selection" catering to diverse tastes.

525 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Connacht
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved Conrad and Loughan and also the amazing South African staff we met on exit
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Bernadette
Connacht
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely experience. Staff food exceptional had a lovely evening Will definitely be returning.
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on 11 November 2024
Dear Bernadette Thank you taking the time to leave a review on your recent experience. I am delighted to read you had a lovely experience and the staff looked after you well. We do look forward to welcoming you back to Ashford Castle, Warm Regards Dermot Fetton
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Michelle
Dublin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Thomas our waiter was absolutely lovely (a local lad from Cong) 1st class service very attentive, fantastic personality & a wonderful asset to Ashford Castle. Our table was by the window looking out on beautiful Lough Corrib & the chair was so comfortable (I have spinal problems) I could have happily sat there all day reading a book & having more pots of tea. The tea was so nice myself & my daughter had two pots. Sandwiches, scones & cakes were lovely & Thomas very kindly boxed up the ones we couldn't eat (as we were so full) & we were able to take them home for our tea which was lovely & the box they came in was so pretty. The classical music playing in the background (just at the right decibels) added to the ambience. Thank you for a lovely afternoon Thomas. On a negative note the 15% service charge on top of the €75 per person for the adternoon tea was exorbitant.
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Jane
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic afternoon at Ashford Castle for afternoon tea. Staff were wonderful, very attentive and friendly and the food was divine! All topped off by the beautiful surrounds. Would highly recommend.
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David
Surrey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous experience-great service all very polite would recommend
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on 4 November 2024
Dear David, Thank you for taking your time to leave a review on your recent visit at the Connaught Room. I am delighted to read you enjoyed your experience and you received great service. We do hope we get the opportunity to welcome you back to Ashford Castle in the near future Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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Susanna
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really nice and tasty and also one of the few ways to see the inside of the castle while staying at the Lodge.
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on 31 October 2024
Dear Susanna, Thank you kindly for your email, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the delicious treats and appreciated the chance to explore the castle’s stunning interior while staying at the Lodge. It’s wonderful to hear it added something special to your visit. We’d love to have you back again soon! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton
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Siobhan
Connacht
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 29 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The staff in Ashford Castle are just unbelievable. They are trained to the highest standard and make every guest feel like a VIP. The food was delicious and the detailed information given about the food and teas was brilliant. The gift of tea beige wow sing was a beautiful touch.
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on 31 October 2024
Dear Siobhan, Thank you kindly for your wonderful feedback, We're thrilled to hear that the staff made you feel like a VIP and that their dedication and knowledge added to your experience. It’s great to know you enjoyed the delicious food and thoughtful details, like the tea gift—what a treat! We look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional visit. Warm Regards Dermot Fetton
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Bayar
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was amazing l, 22.50€ for services was exaggerated
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on 31 October 2024
Dear Bayar, Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the experience and found it amazing. We appreciate your input on the service fee, and we’ll certainly take it into consideration as we continue to improve our offerings. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great experience! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton
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AURELIE
Connacht
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved this marvelous afternoon tea at Ashford castle ! Everything was perfect, food was generous and so good. The waiters were so much helpfull and warm. We would love to come again !
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on 31 October 2024
Dear Aurelie, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your afternoon tea at Ashford Castle and that everything from the generous food to the warm and helpful service made your experience memorable. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime for another wonderful visit! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton
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Lorraine
Connacht
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing, from the butlers to the servers, amazing. Especially Ciara who waited on us, really enjoyed it and we will be back
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on 24 October 2024
Dear Lorraine, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with us and that our team, especially Ciara and Lana, contributed to making your visit so special. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to them. We hope to welcome you back for more memorable moments in the future! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage
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The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle is rated 4.9 stars by 525 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

30 Nov 2024

10:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

Google Map for The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48

Additional information

Area
Cong
Hours of Operation
Afternoon Tea Daily 1:30 pm–4:00 pm
Price
€51 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is available in front of the hotel
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Liam Finnegan
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ashfordcastle.com/food-and-drink/the-connaught-room
Phone number
(094) 954 5300
Private party facilities
A successful event requires a suitably impressive venue, and Ashford Castle is the clear choice. The grandeur of our interiors, the splendour of our furnishings, the sheer sense of history and the warmth of our welcome is nothing short of remarkable. Begin your event planning journey today by making an enquiry with our talented events team.

The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle

Make a booking

Additional information

Afternoon Tea

An exquisite setting for a traditional pastime

Ceapairí – Sandwiches

Burren House Smoked Salmon & Doonbeg Crab - Estate Apple - Cucumber - Dill - Tart

Organic Egg - Watercress - White Sourdough

Roast Beef – Cucumber – Mustard Mayo – Seeded Loaf

St Tola Goats Cheese - Rocket - Red Onion – Apple & Blackberry - Brown Sourdough

Déileálann Milis – Sweet Treats

Estate Blackcurrant & Jasmine Mousse

Honey Mousse Cake - Cocoa Tuile

Coffee & Vanilla Cream Choux Bun

Estate Blackberry & Almond Bakewell

Sconna – Scones

Plain, Fruit & Cheese Scones

Lemon Curd – Clotted Cream – Seasonal Fruit Jam

Champagne Tasting Afternoon Tea

Lanson Père et Fils

Lanson Rosé Label

Lanson White Label

Champagne Afternoon Tea

Lanson Père et Fils

Lanson Rosé

Lanson White Label

Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve

Ruinart Blanc de Blanc

Billicart – Salmon Rosé

Dom Pérignon

Alcohol Free

Sparkling Tea BLÅ JasmineEUR 15.00

Sparkling Tea GRØN Citrus GreenEUR 15.50

For Uisce Bottle Water

Still

SparklingEUR 5.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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