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The Cloth Ear, Belfast,

The Cloth Ear

4.4
4.4
980 Reviews
£26 to £40
Irish

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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

What 980 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

    Great for brunch

  • Northern Ireland

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Ireland

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northern Ireland

    Lively

  • Northern Ireland

    Most Booked

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Great for brunch

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Good for business meals

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Good for groups

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Neighborhood gem

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Lively

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cloth Ear offers a vibrant dining experience in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter. Renowned for its "great atmosphere and delicious food," the restaurant consistently delivers with "friendly staff" and a diverse menu. While some reviews mention occasional service delays, the overall "first class food" and standout service make it a popular choice. For a memorable meal, advanced booking is recommended.

980 Reviews
  1. Jo

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My sister is home from California so we wanted to celebrate. I have broken my shoulder and the staff couldn’t have been nicer or kinder. I ordered the Turkey Roulade and my sister the seafood chowder. My meal was tepid and I couldn’t really taste that I was eating turkey. The sprouts were hard and far too much gravy. The potatoes were good and the chipolatas.However the whole meal was disappointing. My sister liked the chowder but some more fish would have been appreciated. Desserts and coffee were very good.

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  2. John

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Leanne was very good and looked after us well. we had fish and chips and it was very good

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  3. Breakfast

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had dinner at the Cloth Ear last night with my grandchildren, and it was such a lovely experience. The food was great , but I especially want to mention how wonderful their staff were. So friendly, attentive, and welcoming. It’s a great place and we’ll definitely be back !

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  4. Linda

    Yorkshire

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great early Christmas meal. I would highly recommend the sourdough festive sandwich. This time we didn't get a booth next to the window but could see it was so busy , so would have been unfair to take up a seat suitable for four. The staff were incredibly friendly , fun and efficient and made the meal feel comfortable and easy . thanks for a great time , we will always come back when visiting Belfast.

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  5. Laura

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A credit to the 4 staff members that dealt with our table of 6! Outstanding service!!

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  6. Lorraine

    N. Ireland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great tasty food at the Cloth Ear. Really fantastic place and we had an absolutely brilliant server called Richard. Definitely will be back.

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  7. Alma

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Starters were tasty, mains were just okay, wine was terrible, nice place, but will try a different place next time.

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  8. Barbara

    N. Ireland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and friendly staff. Thanks to Richard , Leanne and Lesley

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  9. jackie

    N. Ireland

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a warm welcome, good food and the best service here. Never disappoints.

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  10. Tony

    N. Ireland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    24/11 Sunday 5 at 5. Food was good. Staff were busy, some more attentive than others. Food portions seemed smaller than last time we were in.

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FAQs

The Cloth Ear is rated 4.4 stars by 980 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 23 times today
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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