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The Merchant Hotel

British Afternoon Tea, Vegan Menu

$$$$

Top tips

Ask about: mislabelled dishes Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the vegan afternoon tea in the Great Hall with sandwiches and cake selection.
  • Good to know: Ask staff to clarify vegan dishes as some plant-based menu items may contain dairy.
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  • Good to know: Expect premium prices, notably for drinks and some meals.
  • Book reservations ahead, especially for special occasions or private dining.
  • Enjoy the historic setting including the ornate Great Hall and Jazz Bar.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention afternoon tea, breakfast and dinner.

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Also sticky toffee pudding, vegetable wellington, cake, chocolate cake, ice cream, pesto pasta and sorbet.

Good for

The vibe: meetings

Praised for beautiful interior, friendly service and attentive service.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout

About

The Merchant Hotel is a posh Victorian building featuring upscale British dining with notably refined afternoon tea including vegan sandwiches and cakes. It provides attentive service highlighted in private dining and event settings, including weddings. While praised for ambiance and professionalism, some guests note inconsistencies in vegan meal preparation and occasional service delays at the bar.

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16 Skipper St, Belfast, BT1 2DZ, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–16:30
Tuesday
12:00–16:30
Wednesday
12:00–16:30
Thursday
12:00–16:30
Friday
12:00–16:30
Saturday
12:30–17:00
Sunday
12:00–16:30

the food

3.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.8 4 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Unclear in places
staff
Friendly
protein
mushrooms, vegetables

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.

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