The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle

Name: The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle
Address: Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo, Ireland, Republic of, F31 CA48
Telephone: (094) 954 5300
Price range: €51 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (555)

€51 and over

Afternoon Tea

Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

11:00 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
(094) 954 5300
Website
http://www.ashfordcastle.com/food-and-drink/the-connaught-room
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.

Location
Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo F31 CA48
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

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.

Ceapairí – Sandwiches

St Tolas Goats Curd – Red Onion – Hawthorn & Blackberry – Brown Sourdough
Jennings Roast Beef Striploin – Celeriac Remoulade – Mustard – Nasturtium – Seeded Sourdough
Burren Smoked Salmon Mousse – Estate Apple– Trout – Cucumber – Dill – Tart
Organic Egg – Watercress – White sourdough
Egg & Cress – White Sourdough

Déileálann Milis – Sweet Treats

Gooseberry & Elderflower Tartlet
Strawberry, Lime & Verbena Pavlova
Cherry & Pistachio Crunchy Mousse
Fresh Mint & Dark Chocolate Mousse

Sconna – Scones

Scones Plain & Cheese Scones – Blackcurrant & Frangipane Pastry
Lemon Curd – Clotted Cream – Fruit Preserve

Champagne Tasting Afternoon Tea

45 € per tasting. Lord & Lady Ardilaun Traditional Afternoon Tea complemented by 3 samples of Champagne:

Lanson Père et Fils
Lanson Rosé Label
Lanson White Label

Champagne Afternoon Tea

Lanson Père et Fils
- Glass€29.00
- Bottle€145.00
Lanson Rosé
- Glass€35.00
- Bottle€175.00
Lanson White Label
- Glass€35.00
- Bottle€180.00
Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve
- Bottle€160.00
Ruinart Blanc de Blanc
- Bottle€295.00
Billicart – Salmon Rosé
- Bottle€235.00
Dom Pérignon
- Bottle€490.00

Alcohol Free

Sparkling Tea BLÅ Jasmine€15.00
Sparkling Tea GRØN Citrus Green€15.50

For Uisce Bottle Water

Still
- 750ml€5.50
Sparkling€5.50

What 555 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Connacht
Best Overall
Connacht
Best Food
Connacht
Best Service
Connacht
Best Ambiance
Connacht
Best Value
Connacht
Healthy
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 "once-in-a-lifetime experience" with exquisite afternoon tea, locally sourced ingredients, and a beautifully appointed setting. Guests praise the "impeccable service" and attentive staff, creating a family-friendly atmosphere. While some mention minor service hiccups, the overall experience is "highly recommended" and well worth the cost.

555 Reviews

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Kathryn
Connacht1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time, Sam was so lovely and helpful. The food was delicious 😋. Would have liked the tea to be hotter, as it was lukewarm. Otherwise its was a good experience
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded 1 day ago
Dear Kathryn, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so glad to hear you had a wonderful time and that Sam made your experience even more enjoyable. Delighted you enjoyed the food as well! We appreciate your note about the tea temperature and thank you for bringing that to our attention. We’ll certainly share it with the team to ensure better consistency. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards, Tyler Brits Director of Food & Beverage
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Lexi VIP
San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was incredible, Samuel, Viktoria, and Rian were amazing. They were so attentive, kind, and gracious with their service. Can’t wait to come back one day.
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded 1 day ago
Dear Lexi, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Samuel, Viktoria, and Rian made your experience so special. They’ll be delighted to know their attentiveness and kindness meant so much to you. It was a pleasure having you, and we truly hope to welcome you back one day. Your praise means the world to our team and thank you again! Warm Regards Tyler Brits Director of Food & Beverage
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Padraig
Connacht1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely wonderful experience.
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded 1 day ago
Dear Padraig, Thank you kindly for leaving a 5 star review on your recent Afternoon Tea experience. I am delighted to read Samuel made your experience wonderful. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to the Samuel. We hope to welcome you back to Ashford Castle in the near future. Warm Regards Tyler Brits Director of Food & Beverage
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LORI
Scranton / Poconos2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Afternoon tea was exquisite. Food was incredible, fresh, and well prepared. Service was impeccable. Connaught Room was everything you would expect from a castle tea room. Would go again!
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded 1 day ago
Dear Lori, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed afternoon tea in the Connaught Room. It's truly a special setting, and we’re so pleased it lived up to your expectations. It’s lovely to know that the food stood out for its freshness and preparation, and that the service was impeccable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team and they’ll be thrilled to hear them. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another exquisite experience! Warm regards, Tyler Brits Director of Food & Beverage
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natalie
Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review
3.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The experience was lovely! However, I was a bit disappointed as we were here from Canada to celebrate my mom's 65th birthday and I mentioned that to the staff. The table beside us received a birthday celebration acknowledgement and a treat with a birthday candle and my mom didn't. It would have been nice to also have that treatment. I also went to open my takeaway box, as the food portions are generous and we couldn't finish our desserts and they did not package up some of the dessert, and a few were missing.
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded 1 day ago
Dear Natalie, Thank you for your kind words—we're so glad you enjoyed the experience overall. We're truly sorry we missed the opportunity to celebrate your mom’s 65th birthday properly, especially after you mentioned it. That should not have been overlooked. We also apologize for the missing desserts in your takeaway box. We appreciate the feedback and will use it to improve. We hope to welcome you back for a more seamless and special experience next time. Warm regards, Tyler Brits Director of Food & Beverage
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Patrick
Hertfordshire18 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second year of coming for afternoon tea,a familiar venue and justifiable as top hotel in the world. Try also the corrib cruise,excellent
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on June 18, 2025
Dear Patrick, Thank you kindly for taking the time to leave a review, We are delighted to read you enjoyed your afternoon tea experience and thank you for recommend our lovely corrib cruise. We do look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Warm Regards Tyler Brits Director of Food & Beverage
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Nicola
Connacht1 review
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the most fabulous afternoon tea being catered to by the lovely Loughlan who was so attentive and gracious. It was a beautiful experience and we cannot wait to return.
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on June 17, 2025
Dear Nicola, We’re so thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful afternoon tea experience! Loughlan will be delighted to know his attentiveness made your visit so special. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another beautiful afternoon soon! Warm Regards Tyler Brits Director of Food & Beverage
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Maeve VIP
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and food. The staff is friendly and eager but seemed inexperienced. They would do even better with more training and experienced oversight.
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Karen
Columbus5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a very special afternoon in a beautiful location.
The Connaught Room at Ashford CastleResponded on June 17, 2025
Dear Karen, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your recent dining experience. We hope we get the opportunity to welcome you back to Ashford Castle in the near future. Warm Regards Tyler Brits Director of Food & Beverage
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Beena
Connacht1 review
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting, delicious sandwiches and sweets which were plentiful! The tea was perfect. A once-in-a-lifetime experience. Very kid-friendly for our family, as well! Enjoyed a walk of the castle grounds to complement the afternoon tea experience.
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The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle is rated 4.8 stars by 555 OpenTable diners.

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

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Ireland, Republic of
Connacht
County Mayo
Cong

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Google Map for The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle

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

Website
http://www.ashfordcastle.com/food-and-drink/the-connaught-room
Phone number
(094) 954 5300
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.

The Connaught Room at Ashford Castle

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Afternoon Tea

An exquisite setting for a traditional pastime

Ceapairí – Sandwiches

St Tolas Goats Curd – Red Onion – Hawthorn & Blackberry – Brown Sourdough

Jennings Roast Beef Striploin – Celeriac Remoulade – Mustard – Nasturtium – Seeded Sourdough

Burren Smoked Salmon Mousse – Estate Apple– Trout – Cucumber – Dill – Tart

Organic Egg – Watercress – White sourdough

Egg & Cress – White Sourdough

Déileálann Milis – Sweet Treats

Gooseberry & Elderflower Tartlet

Strawberry, Lime & Verbena Pavlova

Cherry & Pistachio Crunchy Mousse

Fresh Mint & Dark Chocolate Mousse

Sconna – Scones

Scones Plain & Cheese Scones – Blackcurrant & Frangipane Pastry

Lemon Curd – Clotted Cream – Fruit Preserve

Champagne Tasting Afternoon Tea

Lanson Père et Fils

Lanson Rosé Label

Lanson White Label

Champagne Afternoon Tea

Lanson Père et Fils

Lanson Rosé

Lanson White Label

Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve

Ruinart Blanc de Blanc

Billicart – Salmon Rosé

Dom Pérignon

Alcohol Free

Sparkling Tea BLÅ Jasmine€15.00

Sparkling Tea GRØN Citrus Green€15.50

For Uisce Bottle Water

Still

Sparkling€5.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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