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Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel, Belfast,

Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel

4.6
4.6
414 Reviews
£41 and over
Afternoon Tea

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Enjoy our traditional afternoon tea in the elegance of The Great Room whilst being entertained by live music. Our three tiered silverstand boasts finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam and a delicious selection of cakes, pastries and sweet treats. This will be accompanied by your choice of tea or coffee.

Please note, we require 24 hours' notice for our vegetarian, vegan, gluten or nut allergen Afternoon Tea or any other special dietary requirements. Please make a note when booking online or inform us directly and we will be happy to accommodate you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Afternoon Tea Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat 12:30 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:30 pm–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    028 9023 4888
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Belfast
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 414 people are saying

Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Northern Ireland

    Best Overall

  • Northern Ireland

    Best Ambiance

  • Northern Ireland

    Great for brunch

  • Northern Ireland

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Northern Ireland

    Healthy

  • Northern Ireland

    Romantic

  • Northern Ireland

    Good for special occasions

  • Northern Ireland

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Northern Ireland

    Most Booked

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Best Overall

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Best Ambiance

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Great for brunch

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Healthy

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Romantic

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Good for special occasions

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Merchant Hotel's Afternoon Tea offers a "delightful experience" with "spectacular food" and a "warm atmosphere." Many guests praise the "fantastic selection of delicate teas" and commend the attentive service. While some note the pricing, the luxurious setting and "thoughtful touches" like birthday cakes make it a "memorable experience."

414 Reviews
  1. Wendy

    N. Ireland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I treated my best friend to afternoon tea as a birthday surprise. We had the most loveliest afternoon and the service was exceptional from the moment we entered The Great Room. The food itself was delicious and the Bramble cocktails were amazing also. This won’t definitely be my last visit. Special mention to our server Jodie who was very personable and had excellent knowledge of the cakes and pastries. Can’t wait to return.

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  2. Peter

    N. Ireland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have always enjoyed having Afternoon Tea at the Merchant Hotel. The food is excellent and the staff are very attentive. We have no hesitation in recommending Afternoon Tea at the Merchant Hotel to family and friends.

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  3. Anthea

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and lovely food would recommend

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    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely afternoon tea experience at the Merchant Hotel. The service was impeccable and the food was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend!

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  5. Cathy

    N. Ireland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for making my friend’s special birthday so amazing. I have recommended it to many others

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  6. deborah

    N. Ireland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked in made to feel special . Top props to pastry chef with special heart . Service excellent. Surprise flowers delivered . Well done everyone made our valentine amazing . Will be back . Highly recommend afternoon tea at the Merchant

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  7. Vicky

    Las Vegas1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Afternoon tea was unreal. Ambience & service was exceptional. There was a 10% service charge added on however. I was going to leave a tip but would have liked to have known about the charge.

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  8. Jess

    N. Ireland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I booked this experience as a gift (for someone who has everything!) and I'm so glad I did. All I heard back was how impressive every part was - the staff, the ambience, the room, and it goes without saying, the food. For a special occasion, you simply can't pass the Merchant for Afternoon Tea.

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  9. Gabrielle

    London25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cannot rate this afternoon tea highly enough!!! The building and dining area are beautiful to begin with, the service was outstanding with the most lovely welcoming team where nothing was too much trouble and the food was exceptional, every different treat savoury and sweet was delicious!

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  10. Whitney

    N. Ireland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time I have been for afternoon tea. It was the best afternoon tea I have tried in northern Ireland. The place is beautiful and the service was great. I did not feel I was being rushed to leave or have to eat at a fast pace it was very relaxing. Which is what you want to have when you go out. I was meeting my friend for a catch up and a mini celebration of her getting married this year. They brought out a wee congratulations cake which we where not expecting and it was lovely of the restaurant to do this. I will definitely be back again as I had a very enjoyable experience.

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FAQs

Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel is rated 4.6 stars by 414 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Afternoon Tea at The Merchant Hotel

16 Skipper Street, Belfast, BT1 2DZ

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Belfast
  • Hours of operation
    Afternoon Tea Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat 12:30 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:30 pm–4:00 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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