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Connaught Room  - The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo
Connaught Room  - The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo
Connaught Room  - The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo
The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo
  - The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo

The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle

4.9
4.9
538 Reviews
€51 and over
Afternoon Tea
Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    Cong
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in front of the hotel
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 538 people are saying

The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connacht

    Best Overall

  • Connacht

    Best Food

  • Connacht

    Best Service

  • Connacht

    Best Ambiance

  • Connacht

    Best Value

  • Connacht

    Healthy

  • Connacht

    Great for fine wines

  • Connacht

    Good for special occasions

  • Connacht

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Connacht

    Most Booked

  • County Mayo

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle offers a truly "amazing experience." Guests rave about the "outstanding service," "delicious food," and "amazing tea selection." The unique setting and attentive staff make it a "must do." Despite a minor billing issue, most visits are "fabulous" and "highly recommend" a return.
538 Reviews
  1. Matthew

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Connaught Room at Ashford Castle is worth the experience. Our waitress was amazing. Very personable. I think her name was Vickie... my spelling is probably wrong. Food and drinks were great. We also added the champagne tasting. It is expensive, but worth the experince overall.

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  2. Dan VIP

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a special experience. We had a great time and would recommend the afternoon tea to everyone who has the opportunity.
    The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Dan, Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review. We are delighted to read you had a great time and you would recommend Afternoon Tea at Ashford Castle. We do look forward to welcoming you all back to Ashford Castle. Warm Regards Dermot Fetton

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  3. Darby

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing experience! The service was perfect, the tea delicious and the snacks amazing! A must do if you’re in the area!
    The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on April 8, 2025
    Dear Darby, Thank you for leaving a review on your recent experience in the Connaught Room. We are delighted to read that service was perfect and you enjoyed our afternoon tea offering. We do hope to welcome you back to Ashford Castle soon. Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage

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  4. Teresa

    Connacht1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience in the Connaught Room was absolutely wonderful. Lana and her staff were amazing. Couldn't do enough for us and made our visit memorable. It was my twin sisters' birthday, and they loved every minute. All through the hotel the staff were professional and so friendly. We will definitely return to Ashford Castle
    The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on April 10, 2025
    Dear Teresa, Thank you kindly for your 5 star review on your recent dining experience. I am delighted to read you enjoyed your experience, I will certainly pass on your kind words to the team and especially Lana. Lana will be delighted to hear your kind words. Thank you for choosing Ashford Castle to celebrate your twin sisters birthday and delighted to read they enjoyed their birthday celebration. We look forward to welcoming you back to Ashford Castle. Warm Regards Dermot Fetton

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  5. Jennifer

    New York City2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a nice opportunity to enjoy a unique setting.

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  6. Anne Marie

    Connacht1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Tea was such a lovely experience. Every bite was better than the last. The teas were perfect, and everyone was beyond kind from the welcome to the ride over to the falconry school afterward. It was the perfect experience.
    The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on March 25, 2025
    Dear Anne Marie, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your recent dining experience. I am delighted to read you enjoyed your tea and everyone looked after you. 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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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You can not miss this. Unbelievably beautiful. Delicious food and tea with great service
    The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on March 20, 2025
    Dear Anonymous, Thank you so much for your enthusiastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the beauty of our venue, as well as the delicious food, tea, and service. It means a lot to us that you had such a memorable experience. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton

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  8. Caroline

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing experience. Highly recommend. The service is outstanding. The food is delicious, and the tea selection is amazing.
    The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on March 20, 2025
    Dear Caroline , Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service, food, and tea selection. It means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delightful visit! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage

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  9. Smash

    New Orleans20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing afternoon champagne tea at Ashford! Plentiful savory and sweet treats with delicious tea in accompaniment. Service was impeccable. Will definitely return.
    The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on March 20, 2025
    Dear Smash, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted that you enjoyed your afternoon champagne tea experience at Ashford. It’s wonderful to hear that the savory and sweet treats, along with our tea selection, made your visit special. We're especially glad that our team provided impeccable service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience! Warm Regards Dermot Fetton Director of Food & Beverage

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  10. Rachael

    Dublin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a very enjoyable experience however when I booked i requested high table seating as my sister is heavily pregnant, we were given a low couch but she managed fine, the part I found unsatisfactory was that the chef sent a little dessert treat saying congratulations to her as a surprise and not asked for, this was a lovely thought and one she very much appreciated - sadly when we got the bill we saw we were actually charged for the brownie and it wasn't complimentary and certainly wasn't ordered. A very unnecessary charge and a it ruined the surprise All in all the experience was fabulous but don't give a complimentary surprise and then charge for it.
    The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on March 12, 2025
    Dear Ms. O'Malley, Thank you for reaching out to us. My colleague has contacted you via email with the details regarding the charge for the Celebration Plate. Please feel free to reach out if you require any further clarification or assistance. Kind Regards Dermot

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The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle is rated 4.9 stars by 538 OpenTable diners.

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  2. Ireland, Republic of
  3. Connacht
  4. County Mayo
  5. Cong

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Booked 7 times today
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Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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.
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