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The Cloth Ear, Belfast,

The Cloth Ear

4.4
4.4
1011 Reviews
£26 to £40
Irish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
🏉 SHOWING ALL GUINNESS 6 NATIONS MATCHES LIVE! 🏉
No bookings taken for 6 Nations, walk-ins only

The Cloth Ear provides patrons with a pleasing twist on the quintessential Irish Pub. We are nestled in the oldest quarter of Belfast and we’ve woven a rich seam of our wonderful Victorian heritage into what is ultimately a thoroughly modern experience. At The Cloth Ear the welcome is warm and the atmosphere convivial. We invite you to join us as we celebrate the gentle art of conversation.
Our drinks list combines classic creations and innovative ideas. From punch bowls to hoptails and wine by the keg, we’ve carefully crafted an eclectic array of drinks to quench your thirst, tickle your tastebuds and get the conversation flowing.

We are story tellers and we look forward to hearing your story too.
No shaggy dogs, no braggarts, no windbags. Just tall tales,

All Tables reservations are for dining unfortunately we do not take drinks only bookings.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Irish, European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    028 9026 2719
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Belfast
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Roast for 2 and btl house wine - £55

    Feb 1, 2025 - Mar 1, 2025
    Your choice of half a roast chicken or dry aged sirloin served with all the trimming and a bottle of house wine for only £55. Choice of house wine from the following selection - Paparuda Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon. Available Sunday's from 12pm.
    Sunday Roast for 2 and btl house wine - £55 Photo
  • WINTER WARMERS

    Jan 26, 2025 - Feb 26, 2025
    Join us every Wednesday from 5pm for a selection of winter warmers for only £15 each. You can also add on a small glass of house wine for only £20. Irish Lamb Stew served with toasted soda bread Cottage Pie served with peas and salad Broccoli Bake served with toasted soda bread Ratatouille Winter Stew served with toasted sour dough Fish Pie topped with mashed potato and served with toasted wheaten bread and salad *a la carte menu also available
    WINTER WARMERS Photo
  • Guinness 6 Nations Snug Experience - Ireland games

    Feb 1, 2025 - Mar 15, 2025
    🏉🍺Enjoy the Guinness 6 nations Ireland rugby matches in your own private snug.🍺🏉 Experience includes: Private snug area for maximum of 8 people Your own tv Dedicated table service Reservation Requirements - Max 8 ppl - 3 Hour allocation time ( Extra time upon request ) - £350 Minimum spend - Pre-payment required upon booking - 10% service charge will apply
    Guinness 6 Nations Snug Experience - Ireland games Photo

What 1,011 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Northern Ireland

    Best Ambiance

  • Northern Ireland

    Great for brunch

  • Northern Ireland

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Ireland

    Most Booked

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Best Ambiance

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Great for brunch

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Good for business meals

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Neighborhood gem

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cloth Ear delights with "great atmosphere," "fantastic food," and "attentive service." Known for its "delicious meals" and "friendly staff," this venue offers a lively yet relaxed dining experience. Guests praise the "great roast beef" and "outstanding quality," making it a spot worth revisiting for its "lovely atmosphere" and excellent hospitality.

1,011 Reviews
  1. lynn

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food very poor. Chicken was not cooked in the curry pink in middle. Server dealt with situation very quickly new Food ordered which was to be on the house. Bill arrived with meals charged manager tried to pass of un cooked chicken as marinated and should be pink in middle. Hospital here we come. Very badly handled. After a standof 3 out of our 6 meals where taken of the bill. Will never be back

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  2. Connor

    N. Ireland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiter was really nice and engaged came over multiple times to check on us. Nice guy.

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  3. Alison

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were here lunchtime for valentine's day,staff were helpful and service was great,my wife ordered the chowder as a main and it was best ever and ceaser salad was excellent as well, waitress was good at offering to take a picture of ourselves and new baby son.

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  4. Sandra

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We were warmly welcomed on arrival. Our table service, by Richard, was friendly and efficient. The food was good - I had the wagyu beefburger and my husband and son had the fish & chips. Well presented and very tasty. For desert, the berries and crumble with custard and the sticky toffee pudding went down well. We found the restaurant quite busy for a Tuesday and there was a good atmosphere. We will definitely be back for a mid-week lunch.

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  5. Bronagh

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Took 45 minutes for someone to take our order. When order was placed until food came out was a further 30 minutes. A member of my party's food came cold, my own chips were undercooked . Had to ask several times for my drink. Very very poor service and on a Monday afternoon when restaurant was quiet. Very disappointed. Will not be back.

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  6. Lisa

    N. Ireland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service! The food was fabulous. Very reasonable

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  7. RachaelM

    N. Ireland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely bar, lovely food & our waiter Richard was very polite, engaging & funny. A few too many potatoes in the chowder for my liking & so not enough sauce, but apart from that, it was pretty delicious & the chips were the nicest I've had in a long time. The Romanian wine is also definitely one to try!

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  8. Denise

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When I arrived I was greeted by a smiling young woman who showed me to a lovely table by the window. Bar staff were friendly, restaurant waiting staff very knowledgeable about the menu. Food was beautiful. There 3 clean plates at the end. Would recommend for lunch. Thank you for making my friends birthday lunch special.

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  9. Joe

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience, super food and service. Always so lovely. The roast and wine special is a great deal

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  10. Robert

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Never have a quiet dinner when a Rugby Match is on!!!

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FAQs

The Cloth Ear is rated 4.4 stars by 1011 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Cloth Ear

16 Skipper Street, Belfast, BT1 2DZ

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Belfast
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Irish, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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