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The Cloth Ear, Belfast,

The Cloth Ear

4.4
4.4
1023 Reviews
£26 to £40
Irish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 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.
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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

  • 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 1,023 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

    Most Booked

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Great for brunch

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Good for business meals

  • Belfast/Antrim

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cloth Ear delights with "fantastic food" and "lovely atmosphere." Diners rave about "delicious food" and "friendly, attentive staff," with standout mentions for the chowder and chicken curry. While some experiences vary with service speed, the overall warmth and value make it a cherished spot in Belfast.

1,023 Reviews
  1. Melvyn

    N. Ireland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was first class and the waiting staff were very friendly and attentive.

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  2. Philip

    Dublin5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice setting food pretty good, relatively expensive but part of Merchant so understandable

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  3. John

    Lancashire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pub food, friendly service. Nice environment

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  4. Des

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Joined by two English guests we all had a thoroughly enjoyable, tasty and professional service throughout.

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  5. Barry

    N. Ireland1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food. Service was really good. Food was quick which was good as we had a concert to go to. Would come again.

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  6. Helen

    Newcastle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant. Food was really good - could’ve been a little warmer but otherwise very good. Service was friendly and efficient.

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  7. DAVID

    N. Ireland1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall the experience was good, service was slow and food could have been hotter, but comfortable and pleasant.

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  8. Laura

    N. Ireland1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food amazing as always, lovely atmosphere & Ryan very helpful & approachable. Very disappointed by the poor attitude of one of the bar staff but other than that we thoroughly enjoyed.

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  9. Ronald

    Edinburgh6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal. Hot and very tasty indeed. Great atmosphere

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  10. Lawrence

    N. Ireland3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere staff were friendly and helpful. Food was very good

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FAQs

The Cloth Ear is rated 4.4 stars by 1023 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 20 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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