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The Cloth Ear, Belfast,
Cloth Ear Profile - The Cloth Ear, Belfast,
The Cloth Ear, Belfast,
The Cloth Ear, Belfast,
The Cloth Ear, Belfast,

The Cloth Ear

4.4 (1050)
ÂŁ26 to ÂŁ40
Irish
16 Skipper Street, Belfast, BT1 2DZ

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
🏉 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
    ÂŁ26 to ÂŁ40
  • 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
  • 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 1,050 people are saying

The Cloth Ear 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

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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Northern Ireland

    Good for business meals

  • Northern Ireland

    Good for groups

  • Northern Ireland

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northern Ireland

    Most Booked

  • 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 atmosphere with "excellent service and friendly staff." Guests rave about the "great food," especially the fish and chips, though some dishes like the beef can be inconsistent. The cocktails are a highlight, and the ambience is perfect for a relaxed meal. Despite occasional service hiccups, diners appreciate the overall experience and welcoming environment.
1,050 Reviews
  1. Mark

    N. Ireland6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from friendly staff. Food was superb

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  2. Kim

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely beautiful place. Food is amazing and the bar is gorgeous. Staff were lovely. It's definitely not inexpensive by any stretch but the experience certainly offers the amenities of the price point.

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  3. Hazel

    N. Ireland3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great speedy service and good continuing contact from staff during meal but not over intrusive

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  4. Susan

    Dublin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing but side portions were lacking. Curry had 1 spoonful of rice and pie had 1 spoonful of mash. Might have been ok if had starters but was disappointing. The service was excellent!

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  5. Adrian

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Grand spot. Good location and nice place. Easy to relax and well looked after. Staff are friendly but not in your space.

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  6. Mandy

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere and staff were lovely. We sat in a booth and had a wonderful time. All the food was excellent….apart from the beef! Loved the Chowder and tempura. Our main was the Sunday roast. Everything was great apart from the beef. We went pink but it was a bit chewy. This is the only reason we didn’t give it 5 stars. We would return for aure

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  7. Sorcha VIP

    Dublin2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    was very disappointed in the Sunday Lunch in The Cloth Ear, I ordered the Roast Beef, I got one slice of beef which was very stingy I felt, I ordered it pink but it was tough and barely any vegetables, a flabby Yorkshire pudding and roasties that were undercooked and not crispy, we also ordered a side of cauliflower cheese which was watery, considering the price of it, it was very poor cooking, I could have done better myself, they need to do better, the staff were lovely but at the price they are charging, I would expect a whole lot more.

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  8. Elaine

    N. Ireland3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Day out with the girls at the cloth ear service was excellent, food great, staff friendly and efficient, very good experience overall and not rushed from table.

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  9. Anthony

    N. Ireland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice meal and the service was impeccable. A special shout out to Richard who was outstanding and very witty!

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  10. Donna

    N. Ireland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came to Belfast for a holiday from England this was our first meal out and it was amazing thank you.

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FAQs

The Cloth Ear is rated 4.4 stars by 1050 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
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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
    ÂŁ26 to ÂŁ40
  • 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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