Always love afternoon tea here. This was part of a family gift. Nice selection of sandwiches and treats. Can’t give 5 stars due to asking for a top up of tea which we never got, normally I can get through 2 pots of tea anywhere I go for afternoon tea so disappointed that the service wasn’t up to normal standard for Galgorm.
Andy M
Attended The Conservatory for afternoon tea the Thursday after Christmas Day. It came as part of a Spa Package booked as a Christmas present, and it didn't disappoint. The service was first class on all fronts, and the Afternoon Tea was tasteful and filling. We would definitely recommend the place, an excellent end to a wonderful relaxing day.
Kilcurry
Afternoon Tea at the Galgorm on Saturday past was such a disappointment. Seriously not value for money. The hot/savoury selection consisted of 5 small items and 1 finger sandwich followed by 4 sweet treats each and scones. I have had afternoon teas in other establishments at half the cost and they were far superior. The pictures on the hotel's website certainly does not depict a true picture of what they serve.
BoardingPass827205
Afternoon tea. Excellent selection of teas or coffee champagne or prosecco. Serving the savouries separately from the sweet bites was great. All tge food was exceptional and offer to box items left wS appreciated. Staff friendly and knowledgeable about bot teas and food. Didn't want to leave!
Olivia P
My Husband and I often go to the Galgorm , but disappointed in the value for money in the afternoon tea, this time it's like everything has shrunk. Food delicious, Fabulous friendly staff, Someone needs to rethink this experience
Navigate63380383800
Was excited for afternoon tea as it was Halloween theme. And my friends birthday and she’s never had afternoon tea before. Lovely window seat overlooking the window. Man sat us down and straight away asked for allergies then said someone will be with you shortly! Not a great greet to say the least. A lovely blonde lady in a Navy uniform came to take our order and explained everything to us was so friendly. The savouries were nice however the beef was so so pink almost raw. We waited 25mins for these to arrive. The same lady asked me if I wanted more tea or coffees, iced coffee, so we decided to go for iced coffee I didn’t realise you could go for iced coffees which was great. Then chatted a little with us. The sweets was great for the theme and loved the middle course of the chocolate graveyard. Another lady with glasses with a tie and waist coat that brought the sweets was so lovely she looked exhausted with a red face and looked as if she hadn’t a minute while the man that seated us was stuck to a laptop. The 3 ladies made my afternoon tea a wonderful service great sweets.
traveltoomuchnow
What a great surprise to find such a lovely place beside a beautiful river! Good food. We just happened to chance upon it after searching for good restaurants near Ballymena.
Denise Patterson
Our daughter bought us an Afternoon Tea, for my birthday! The food and service was excellent and the ambiance of the surroundings was very relaxing! We had a wonderful adternoon!
Paradise02044467614
Day with friends for afternoon tea celebrating my birthday it was a very busy mid week day we could see, however we had the best time. The young bubbly lady Zoe greeted us and explained everything and gave us a lovely table overlooking the river. Afternoon tea was devine the savouries and sweet treats were beautiful. Once we was on our sweets Zoe came back over to us asked are we enjoying the afternoon tea and wished me a happy birthday which was lovely she looked busy with her team and I noticed she took the time to speak to all the tables. The staff were lovely and couldn’t do enough for you. Thank you for making my birthday special
Tim9066
So the Wimbledon men's final was being shown in the conservatory as part of a special event along with afternoon tea. Wifey decided to book as we both love Wimbledon and the afternoon tea at Galgorm. I have to say the whole afternoon was exceptional - this was maybe helped by such a great tennis match as well! The food menu was delicious and everything served at a perfect pace throughout the first couple of sets of the match - there was a choice of prosecco or Pimm's on arrival. The only down side was that unlike the regular afternoon tea at Galgorm there was no other tea or coffee on offer other than regular tea and filter coffee. I mainly drink coffee and I have to say it was not good and left a poor aftertaste. I was also hoping that a range of teas would have been available as I do like a green or mint tea. As the match went on we were given extra champagne and some snacks including nachos and dips. This was much appreciated! The service all day from staff was excellent and watching the game in that setting was very relaxing and such a great experience. I hope this event is on again next year as I would book right away!
I had booked an afternoon tea for my husband and I. We decided to stay local for our anniversary and my husbands birthday this year. The service was excellent, as was the food. Great value for money & an additional bonus through a lovely treat from the staff and kitchen. Pleasing Saturday afternoon. We shall return.
Murray W
I travel for a living and I must say that this is one of the special experiences. Fantastic food, great service, amazing setting. Highly, highly recommended
ally1957
We went for afternoon tea all the staff were very helpful explained what was included and what was not.(mainly alcohol). We just had the included menu which was very nice i could tell you what was on the plate and the stand maybe i should have actually read the menu. Need less to say the savouries and the desserts were very nice. The cake must have been nice cause the wife ate both pieces.
AllySmyth
Went to The Conservatory for an Afternoon Tea. Have to say it was underwhelming. Bland and totally not what we were expecting. Didn’t like the fact they left so many expected afternoon tea items left out of the menu. Having to ask for butter, no soup, and being presented with an over baked slab of Victoria Sponge at the end didn’t excite. For a five star hotel it was quite boring, predictable and the room was so warm it was uncomfortable. At one stage I was so warm I felt sick and had to ask for the staff member to open doors. Really? In a 5 Star hotel? Service was ok and staff helpful. We were just expecting more and disappointed. Wouldn’t book again and certainly not worth £41.50 a person.
FRoy41
Afternoon tea - been quite a few times but seems to be not as special and very pricey - portions much smaller - very busy and not the same level of service I’m afraid felt disappointed
Always love afternoon tea here. This was part of a family gift. Nice selection of sandwiches and treats. Can’t give 5 stars due to asking for a top up of tea which we never got, normally I can get through 2 pots of tea anywhere I go for afternoon tea so disappointed that the service wasn’t up to normal standard for Galgorm.
Attended The Conservatory for afternoon tea the Thursday after Christmas Day. It came as part of a Spa Package booked as a Christmas present, and it didn't disappoint. The service was first class on all fronts, and the Afternoon Tea was tasteful and filling. We would definitely recommend the place, an excellent end to a wonderful relaxing day.
Afternoon Tea at the Galgorm on Saturday past was such a disappointment. Seriously not value for money. The hot/savoury selection consisted of 5 small items and 1 finger sandwich followed by 4 sweet treats each and scones. I have had afternoon teas in other establishments at half the cost and they were far superior. The pictures on the hotel's website certainly does not depict a true picture of what they serve.
Afternoon tea. Excellent selection of teas or coffee champagne or prosecco. Serving the savouries separately from the sweet bites was great. All tge food was exceptional and offer to box items left wS appreciated. Staff friendly and knowledgeable about bot teas and food. Didn't want to leave!
My Husband and I often go to the Galgorm , but disappointed in the value for money in the afternoon tea, this time it's like everything has shrunk. Food delicious, Fabulous friendly staff, Someone needs to rethink this experience
Was excited for afternoon tea as it was Halloween theme. And my friends birthday and she’s never had afternoon tea before. Lovely window seat overlooking the window. Man sat us down and straight away asked for allergies then said someone will be with you shortly! Not a great greet to say the least. A lovely blonde lady in a Navy uniform came to take our order and explained everything to us was so friendly. The savouries were nice however the beef was so so pink almost raw. We waited 25mins for these to arrive. The same lady asked me if I wanted more tea or coffees, iced coffee, so we decided to go for iced coffee I didn’t realise you could go for iced coffees which was great. Then chatted a little with us. The sweets was great for the theme and loved the middle course of the chocolate graveyard. Another lady with glasses with a tie and waist coat that brought the sweets was so lovely she looked exhausted with a red face and looked as if she hadn’t a minute while the man that seated us was stuck to a laptop. The 3 ladies made my afternoon tea a wonderful service great sweets.
What a great surprise to find such a lovely place beside a beautiful river! Good food. We just happened to chance upon it after searching for good restaurants near Ballymena.
Our daughter bought us an Afternoon Tea, for my birthday! The food and service was excellent and the ambiance of the surroundings was very relaxing! We had a wonderful adternoon!
Day with friends for afternoon tea celebrating my birthday it was a very busy mid week day we could see, however we had the best time. The young bubbly lady Zoe greeted us and explained everything and gave us a lovely table overlooking the river. Afternoon tea was devine the savouries and sweet treats were beautiful. Once we was on our sweets Zoe came back over to us asked are we enjoying the afternoon tea and wished me a happy birthday which was lovely she looked busy with her team and I noticed she took the time to speak to all the tables. The staff were lovely and couldn’t do enough for you. Thank you for making my birthday special
So the Wimbledon men's final was being shown in the conservatory as part of a special event along with afternoon tea. Wifey decided to book as we both love Wimbledon and the afternoon tea at Galgorm. I have to say the whole afternoon was exceptional - this was maybe helped by such a great tennis match as well! The food menu was delicious and everything served at a perfect pace throughout the first couple of sets of the match - there was a choice of prosecco or Pimm's on arrival. The only down side was that unlike the regular afternoon tea at Galgorm there was no other tea or coffee on offer other than regular tea and filter coffee. I mainly drink coffee and I have to say it was not good and left a poor aftertaste. I was also hoping that a range of teas would have been available as I do like a green or mint tea. As the match went on we were given extra champagne and some snacks including nachos and dips. This was much appreciated! The service all day from staff was excellent and watching the game in that setting was very relaxing and such a great experience. I hope this event is on again next year as I would book right away!
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I had booked an afternoon tea for my husband and I. We decided to stay local for our anniversary and my husbands birthday this year. The service was excellent, as was the food. Great value for money & an additional bonus through a lovely treat from the staff and kitchen. Pleasing Saturday afternoon. We shall return.
I travel for a living and I must say that this is one of the special experiences. Fantastic food, great service, amazing setting. Highly, highly recommended
We went for afternoon tea all the staff were very helpful explained what was included and what was not.(mainly alcohol). We just had the included menu which was very nice i could tell you what was on the plate and the stand maybe i should have actually read the menu. Need less to say the savouries and the desserts were very nice. The cake must have been nice cause the wife ate both pieces.
Went to The Conservatory for an Afternoon Tea. Have to say it was underwhelming. Bland and totally not what we were expecting. Didn’t like the fact they left so many expected afternoon tea items left out of the menu. Having to ask for butter, no soup, and being presented with an over baked slab of Victoria Sponge at the end didn’t excite. For a five star hotel it was quite boring, predictable and the room was so warm it was uncomfortable. At one stage I was so warm I felt sick and had to ask for the staff member to open doors. Really? In a 5 Star hotel? Service was ok and staff helpful. We were just expecting more and disappointed. Wouldn’t book again and certainly not worth £41.50 a person.
Afternoon tea - been quite a few times but seems to be not as special and very pricey - portions much smaller - very busy and not the same level of service I’m afraid felt disappointed