The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel

Name: The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel
Address: The Shelbourne Hotel 27 St Stephen's Green, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland, Republic of, D02 K224
Telephone: (01) 663 4500
Price range: €51 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1715 Reviews

€51 and over

Afternoon Tea

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2 people

1 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 13 times today

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
Area
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

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 1,715 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 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.

1,715 Reviews

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Louise
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
When our party of four entered the Lord Edward Suite we were warmly welcomed by Anna our host. Anna made us very comfortable at our table and described the experience that was about to unfold wonderfully. We were there for just about two hours and Anna could not do enough for us the service was impeccable. The food was amazing, presentation of it was so beautiful and as it was the Christmas themed Afternoon tea there were a selection of Christmas teas added to the menu for the occasion. We tried the "Hot Toddy" recommended by Anna, and was my favorite of the day, and the "Mulled Wine" which was also delicious and both of them smelled like Christmas in a cup? We also had some Pink Champagne which was a wonderful accompaniment to the sweet treats and we enjoyed everything. I cannot recommend this experience enough, we have already decided that we are going to do this every year now for New Year's Eve.
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Jeff
VIP
Los Angeles
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service! Super experience, very happy we went
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Treasa
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food wasn’t as nice as it has been in the past. But still a lovely experience
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Rachel
Dublin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a lovely experience Afternoon Tea in the Lord Mayor's Lounge everything was excellent. My mum, who is Coeliac, was so well looked after with a gluten-free option. My daughter had the kids option, which was very well suited. It is the best afternoon tea and in such beautiful surroundings and yet again the staff are very professional and friendly. Thank you yet again for a memorable occasion.
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Allison
VIP
London
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on 24 December 2024
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 on 23 December 2024
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 on 22 December 2024
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 on 21 December 2024
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 on 20 December 2024
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 on 20 December 2024
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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The Lord Mayor's Lounge at The Shelbourne Hotel is rated 4.8 stars by 1715 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

1 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 13 times today

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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 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

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Additional information

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 1,715 people are saying

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