The Old Post Office, Lisbane
Tuesday: -
Wednesday: -
Thursday: 09:00 - 15:00
Friday: 10:00 - 15:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 15:00
Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00
About The Old Post Office, Lisbane
The Old Post Office Cafe /Tea Rooms, Kitchen & Gift Shop. Open Thursday - Sunday 10. 00am 3. 00pm
The Old Post Office, Lisbane Description
Opened in July 2004, The Old Post Office Tea Rooms are situated on the picturesque shores of Strangford Lough in the village of Lisbane, Co Down, between Comber and Downpatrick.
Dating back to the I840s, the grade B listed thatched building lay derelict for 14 years until purchased by local husband and wife team Alison and Trevor Smylie. Using the original bog oak beams the building was sympathetically restored by local craftsmen to very high specifications. It was extended to provide ample seating and lots of lovely nooks and crannies oozing character and charm.
Apart from the countryside setting… and the friendly service… they have an excellent food and beverages service with everything cooked and prepared on-site.
The Old Post Office has a breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea menu providing good natural food made from locally sourced fresh seasonal ingredients.
It is The Old Post Office’s ‘Pantry‘ which is one of it’s biggest attractions, stocking a wide selection of fresh salads and delicious baked tarts, biscuits, gateau, cakes, tray bakes and hand made chocolates to buy, take away and enjoy at home.
Though an already popular stop-off for locals and visitors to North Down, The Old Post Office’s story has, to date, been quietly told. However word is spreading. Husband and wife team, Alison and Trevor Smylie, are starting to build a reputation across the water, judging by their inclusion in recent articles in the UK national magazines: Womans Weekly and Country Living.
Country Living listed The Old Post Office in their ‘UK’s top 25 tea rooms’ and noted that: “Making the most of local produce, owner Alison Smylie and her pastry chef husband, Trevor are a dream team”.
Alison and Trevor have worked hard to establish ‘The Old Post Office‘ as a haven of calm – an oasis of fine food and drink.
And it is an oasis easily reached, sitting as it does on the Strangford Lough Road halfway between Comber to Downpatrick. The perfect destination on a day out with family, or for a business meeting or a private party.
Reviews
was here 2 days in a row , I was so impressed with my first visit , lovely homely food, best rub are pie I have every had , pastry was that good , Mary berry would have been impressed. It's a must visit. Quaint place :)
Went to the Old Post Office for afternoon tea, it was one of the best I have tried! The staff were really friendly and helpful from the moment we walked in and the afternoon tea itself was delicious. Would highly recommend this!
Went for brunch before going to work arrived just as the breakfast menu stopped But the nice lady behind the counter asked the cook if we could order from the breakfast menu and he agreed food was lovely and staff friendly and accommodating many thanks
Went for afternoon tea today and we were not disappointed. The staff were very friendly from the moment we arrived. The food itself was beautiful and the staff were extremely happy to accommodate our dietary requirements. Nothing was a bother.
We went for afternoon tea and it was amazing! The staff were lovely, the food was great and what we couldn't finish we were given lovely little boxes with the remainder to take home! Will definitely be back!
Was quite worried when I saw the menu as I'm vegan and everything seemed to contain meat or cheese. But the lovely girl on the counter sussed me straight away and couldn't have been more helpful....she was even vegan herself!!! I ended up getting an amazing roast veg panini with cous cous, pasta salad and the most beaut beetroot and Apple salad. The chef was so accommodating.
The girl even told me she had soya milk if I wanted a coffee or tea after my lunch.
Super customer service and lovely surroundings plus awesome food means I will be back here real soon. Thank you so much OPO.
Stopped in for breakfast, the food and service were first class. Lovely quaint building made the experience all the more pleasurable
Recently we went to The old post office for afternoon tea... (I have been many times before for great lunches but not afternoon tea) it was really lovely and very good value compared with other establishments, and we were very well attended to.
On our way out we bought some bread.... and I have to say it’s the tastiest, lightest bread I have had for some time..: I returned a couple of days later to buy more...
Highly recommended..� � �
Quaint , bespoke and lovely building. Food was gorgeous and loved the shop. Staff big smiles. It is a wee treat visit and will be back.
Just home from The Old Post Office after a beautiful afternoon with friends & their family following my friend's interment.
We were served a lovely tea with a great selection of savoury & sweet pastries.
These were served by very friendly staff.
Would have no hesitation recommending this place
I recently visited The Old Post Office and I was very impressed with the food, decor and lovely welcome that my companion and I received. The staff were most attentive and the food was delicious. I’m looking forward to visiting again and I can’t wait to see the new collection of crafts and gifts that I know will be fabulous!
I have visited the Old post office tea rooms several times and I've never been disappointed, each visit I have always received great service ,great food and eenjoyed a beautiful relaxed atmosphere .
I had a very big surprise yesterday. I will be 60 on Boxing Day. So my family decided a wee surprise before Christmas would be nice. So afternoon tea was the choice. It was fantastic tables set on arrival. Beautiful food hot coffee and tea. The staff were really lovely, even brought a ceramic cake slice with candle lit in singing Happy Birthday. It was overall a most wonderful afternoon. I recommend a visit.
A wee lunch or special occasion you like us will be royally treated. Fantastic.
Had lunch here yesterday and enjoyed a friendly welcome, great food and excellent service. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and child friendly too.
First time here yesterday and wow!! Staff were so lovely and down to each, food was unbelievable and valet is fantastic, we will definately be back!! I would higher recommend Afternoon tea!! Thank you!!xo
Finally had the chance to pay a visit to the Old Post Office Lisbane tea room after years of saying "we must go there". What a lovely place! Lovely food, friendly helpful staff, beautiful garden and a gallery of wonderful art. x
Fabulous breakfast last week with friends, staff couldn’t have been more helpful.
Went back for afternoon coffee was not disappointed highly recommend a visit. And coffee top up too��
Absoutley fantastic..the staff are very plesant and the food is amazing....but best off all they sell organic skin care products .loved it
I’ve always enjoyed my visits in the past so booked a table for 8 for a birthday lunch. We ordered our food at the counter and were told that it would be brought round to us in the back room. Our meals arrived slowly...20 minutes between the first and last person being served which was disappointing. The food was nice enough but, unfortunately, I’ll not be rushing back.
was here 2 days in a row , I was so impressed with my first visit , lovely homely food, best rub are pie I have every had , pastry was that good , Mary berry would have been impressed. It's a must visit. Quaint place :)
Went to the Old Post Office for afternoon tea, it was one of the best I have tried! The staff were really friendly and helpful from the moment we walked in and the afternoon tea itself was delicious. Would highly recommend this!
Went for brunch before going to work arrived just as the breakfast menu stopped But the nice lady behind the counter asked the cook if we could order from the breakfast menu and he agreed food was lovely and staff friendly and accommodating many thanks
Went for afternoon tea today and we were not disappointed. The staff were very friendly from the moment we arrived. The food itself was beautiful and the staff were extremely happy to accommodate our dietary requirements. Nothing was a bother.
We went for afternoon tea and it was amazing! The staff were lovely, the food was great and what we couldn't finish we were given lovely little boxes with the remainder to take home! Will definitely be back!
Was quite worried when I saw the menu as I'm vegan and everything seemed to contain meat or cheese. But the lovely girl on the counter sussed me straight away and couldn't have been more helpful....she was even vegan herself!!! I ended up getting an amazing roast veg panini with cous cous, pasta salad and the most beaut beetroot and Apple salad. The chef was so accommodating.
The girl even told me she had soya milk if I wanted a coffee or tea after my lunch.
Super customer service and lovely surroundings plus awesome food means I will be back here real soon. Thank you so much OPO.
Stopped in for breakfast, the food and service were first class. Lovely quaint building made the experience all the more pleasurable
Recently we went to The old post office for afternoon tea... (I have been many times before for great lunches but not afternoon tea) it was really lovely and very good value compared with other establishments, and we were very well attended to.
On our way out we bought some bread.... and I have to say it’s the tastiest, lightest bread I have had for some time..: I returned a couple of days later to buy more...
Highly recommended..� � �
Quaint , bespoke and lovely building. Food was gorgeous and loved the shop. Staff big smiles. It is a wee treat visit and will be back.
Just home from The Old Post Office after a beautiful afternoon with friends & their family following my friend's interment.
We were served a lovely tea with a great selection of savoury & sweet pastries.
These were served by very friendly staff.
Would have no hesitation recommending this place
I recently visited The Old Post Office and I was very impressed with the food, decor and lovely welcome that my companion and I received. The staff were most attentive and the food was delicious. I’m looking forward to visiting again and I can’t wait to see the new collection of crafts and gifts that I know will be fabulous!
I have visited the Old post office tea rooms several times and I've never been disappointed, each visit I have always received great service ,great food and eenjoyed a beautiful relaxed atmosphere .
I had a very big surprise yesterday. I will be 60 on Boxing Day. So my family decided a wee surprise before Christmas would be nice. So afternoon tea was the choice. It was fantastic tables set on arrival. Beautiful food hot coffee and tea. The staff were really lovely, even brought a ceramic cake slice with candle lit in singing Happy Birthday. It was overall a most wonderful afternoon. I recommend a visit.
A wee lunch or special occasion you like us will be royally treated. Fantastic.
Had lunch here yesterday and enjoyed a friendly welcome, great food and excellent service. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and child friendly too.
First time here yesterday and wow!! Staff were so lovely and down to each, food was unbelievable and valet is fantastic, we will definately be back!! I would higher recommend Afternoon tea!! Thank you!!xo
Finally had the chance to pay a visit to the Old Post Office Lisbane tea room after years of saying "we must go there". What a lovely place! Lovely food, friendly helpful staff, beautiful garden and a gallery of wonderful art. x
Fabulous breakfast last week with friends, staff couldn’t have been more helpful.
Went back for afternoon coffee was not disappointed highly recommend a visit. And coffee top up too��
Absoutley fantastic..the staff are very plesant and the food is amazing....but best off all they sell organic skin care products .loved it
I’ve always enjoyed my visits in the past so booked a table for 8 for a birthday lunch. We ordered our food at the counter and were told that it would be brought round to us in the back room. Our meals arrived slowly...20 minutes between the first and last person being served which was disappointing. The food was nice enough but, unfortunately, I’ll not be rushing back.
was here 2 days in a row , I was so impressed with my first visit , lovely homely food, best rub are pie I have every had , pastry was that good , Mary berry would have been impressed. It's a must visit. Quaint place :)
Went to the Old Post Office for afternoon tea, it was one of the best I have tried! The staff were really friendly and helpful from the moment we walked in and the afternoon tea itself was delicious. Would highly recommend this!
Went for brunch before going to work arrived just as the breakfast menu stopped But the nice lady behind the counter asked the cook if we could order from the breakfast menu and he agreed food was lovely and staff friendly and accommodating many thanks
Went for afternoon tea today and we were not disappointed. The staff were very friendly from the moment we arrived. The food itself was beautiful and the staff were extremely happy to accommodate our dietary requirements. Nothing was a bother.
We went for afternoon tea and it was amazing! The staff were lovely, the food was great and what we couldn't finish we were given lovely little boxes with the remainder to take home! Will definitely be back!
Was quite worried when I saw the menu as I'm vegan and everything seemed to contain meat or cheese. But the lovely girl on the counter sussed me straight away and couldn't have been more helpful....she was even vegan herself!!! I ended up getting an amazing roast veg panini with cous cous, pasta salad and the most beaut beetroot and Apple salad. The chef was so accommodating.
The girl even told me she had soya milk if I wanted a coffee or tea after my lunch.
Super customer service and lovely surroundings plus awesome food means I will be back here real soon. Thank you so much OPO.
Stopped in for breakfast, the food and service were first class. Lovely quaint building made the experience all the more pleasurable
Recently we went to The old post office for afternoon tea... (I have been many times before for great lunches but not afternoon tea) it was really lovely and very good value compared with other establishments, and we were very well attended to.
On our way out we bought some bread.... and I have to say it’s the tastiest, lightest bread I have had for some time..: I returned a couple of days later to buy more...
Highly recommended..� � �
Quaint , bespoke and lovely building. Food was gorgeous and loved the shop. Staff big smiles. It is a wee treat visit and will be back.
Just home from The Old Post Office after a beautiful afternoon with friends & their family following my friend's interment.
We were served a lovely tea with a great selection of savoury & sweet pastries.
These were served by very friendly staff.
Would have no hesitation recommending this place
I recently visited The Old Post Office and I was very impressed with the food, decor and lovely welcome that my companion and I received. The staff were most attentive and the food was delicious. I’m looking forward to visiting again and I can’t wait to see the new collection of crafts and gifts that I know will be fabulous!
I have visited the Old post office tea rooms several times and I've never been disappointed, each visit I have always received great service ,great food and eenjoyed a beautiful relaxed atmosphere .
I had a very big surprise yesterday. I will be 60 on Boxing Day. So my family decided a wee surprise before Christmas would be nice. So afternoon tea was the choice. It was fantastic tables set on arrival. Beautiful food hot coffee and tea. The staff were really lovely, even brought a ceramic cake slice with candle lit in singing Happy Birthday. It was overall a most wonderful afternoon. I recommend a visit.
A wee lunch or special occasion you like us will be royally treated. Fantastic.
Had lunch here yesterday and enjoyed a friendly welcome, great food and excellent service. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and child friendly too.
First time here yesterday and wow!! Staff were so lovely and down to each, food was unbelievable and valet is fantastic, we will definately be back!! I would higher recommend Afternoon tea!! Thank you!!xo
Finally had the chance to pay a visit to the Old Post Office Lisbane tea room after years of saying "we must go there". What a lovely place! Lovely food, friendly helpful staff, beautiful garden and a gallery of wonderful art. x
Fabulous breakfast last week with friends, staff couldn’t have been more helpful.
Went back for afternoon coffee was not disappointed highly recommend a visit. And coffee top up too��
Absoutley fantastic..the staff are very plesant and the food is amazing....but best off all they sell organic skin care products .loved it
I’ve always enjoyed my visits in the past so booked a table for 8 for a birthday lunch. We ordered our food at the counter and were told that it would be brought round to us in the back room. Our meals arrived slowly...20 minutes between the first and last person being served which was disappointing. The food was nice enough but, unfortunately, I’ll not be rushing back.
was here 2 days in a row , I was so impressed with my first visit , lovely homely food, best rub are pie I have every had , pastry was that good , Mary berry would have been impressed. It's a must visit. Quaint place :)
Went to the Old Post Office for afternoon tea, it was one of the best I have tried! The staff were really friendly and helpful from the moment we walked in and the afternoon tea itself was delicious. Would highly recommend this!
Went for brunch before going to work arrived just as the breakfast menu stopped But the nice lady behind the counter asked the cook if we could order from the breakfast menu and he agreed food was lovely and staff friendly and accommodating many thanks
Went for afternoon tea today and we were not disappointed. The staff were very friendly from the moment we arrived. The food itself was beautiful and the staff were extremely happy to accommodate our dietary requirements. Nothing was a bother.
We went for afternoon tea and it was amazing! The staff were lovely, the food was great and what we couldn't finish we were given lovely little boxes with the remainder to take home! Will definitely be back!
Was quite worried when I saw the menu as I'm vegan and everything seemed to contain meat or cheese. But the lovely girl on the counter sussed me straight away and couldn't have been more helpful....she was even vegan herself!!! I ended up getting an amazing roast veg panini with cous cous, pasta salad and the most beaut beetroot and Apple salad. The chef was so accommodating.
The girl even told me she had soya milk if I wanted a coffee or tea after my lunch.
Super customer service and lovely surroundings plus awesome food means I will be back here real soon. Thank you so much OPO.
Stopped in for breakfast, the food and service were first class. Lovely quaint building made the experience all the more pleasurable
Recently we went to The old post office for afternoon tea... (I have been many times before for great lunches but not afternoon tea) it was really lovely and very good value compared with other establishments, and we were very well attended to.
On our way out we bought some bread.... and I have to say it’s the tastiest, lightest bread I have had for some time..: I returned a couple of days later to buy more...
Highly recommended..� � �
Quaint , bespoke and lovely building. Food was gorgeous and loved the shop. Staff big smiles. It is a wee treat visit and will be back.
Just home from The Old Post Office after a beautiful afternoon with friends & their family following my friend's interment.
We were served a lovely tea with a great selection of savoury & sweet pastries.
These were served by very friendly staff.
Would have no hesitation recommending this place
I recently visited The Old Post Office and I was very impressed with the food, decor and lovely welcome that my companion and I received. The staff were most attentive and the food was delicious. I’m looking forward to visiting again and I can’t wait to see the new collection of crafts and gifts that I know will be fabulous!
I have visited the Old post office tea rooms several times and I've never been disappointed, each visit I have always received great service ,great food and eenjoyed a beautiful relaxed atmosphere .
I had a very big surprise yesterday. I will be 60 on Boxing Day. So my family decided a wee surprise before Christmas would be nice. So afternoon tea was the choice. It was fantastic tables set on arrival. Beautiful food hot coffee and tea. The staff were really lovely, even brought a ceramic cake slice with candle lit in singing Happy Birthday. It was overall a most wonderful afternoon. I recommend a visit.
A wee lunch or special occasion you like us will be royally treated. Fantastic.
Had lunch here yesterday and enjoyed a friendly welcome, great food and excellent service. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and child friendly too.
First time here yesterday and wow!! Staff were so lovely and down to each, food was unbelievable and valet is fantastic, we will definately be back!! I would higher recommend Afternoon tea!! Thank you!!xo
Finally had the chance to pay a visit to the Old Post Office Lisbane tea room after years of saying "we must go there". What a lovely place! Lovely food, friendly helpful staff, beautiful garden and a gallery of wonderful art. x
Fabulous breakfast last week with friends, staff couldn’t have been more helpful.
Went back for afternoon coffee was not disappointed highly recommend a visit. And coffee top up too��
Absoutley fantastic..the staff are very plesant and the food is amazing....but best off all they sell organic skin care products .loved it
I’ve always enjoyed my visits in the past so booked a table for 8 for a birthday lunch. We ordered our food at the counter and were told that it would be brought round to us in the back room. Our meals arrived slowly...20 minutes between the first and last person being served which was disappointing. The food was nice enough but, unfortunately, I’ll not be rushing back.
was here 2 days in a row , I was so impressed with my first visit , lovely homely food, best rub are pie I have every had , pastry was that good , Mary berry would have been impressed. It's a must visit. Quaint place :)
Went to the Old Post Office for afternoon tea, it was one of the best I have tried! The staff were really friendly and helpful from the moment we walked in and the afternoon tea itself was delicious. Would highly recommend this!
Went for brunch before going to work arrived just as the breakfast menu stopped But the nice lady behind the counter asked the cook if we could order from the breakfast menu and he agreed food was lovely and staff friendly and accommodating many thanks
Went for afternoon tea today and we were not disappointed. The staff were very friendly from the moment we arrived. The food itself was beautiful and the staff were extremely happy to accommodate our dietary requirements. Nothing was a bother.
We went for afternoon tea and it was amazing! The staff were lovely, the food was great and what we couldn't finish we were given lovely little boxes with the remainder to take home! Will definitely be back!
Was quite worried when I saw the menu as I'm vegan and everything seemed to contain meat or cheese. But the lovely girl on the counter sussed me straight away and couldn't have been more helpful....she was even vegan herself!!! I ended up getting an amazing roast veg panini with cous cous, pasta salad and the most beaut beetroot and Apple salad. The chef was so accommodating.
The girl even told me she had soya milk if I wanted a coffee or tea after my lunch.
Super customer service and lovely surroundings plus awesome food means I will be back here real soon. Thank you so much OPO.
Stopped in for breakfast, the food and service were first class. Lovely quaint building made the experience all the more pleasurable
Recently we went to The old post office for afternoon tea... (I have been many times before for great lunches but not afternoon tea) it was really lovely and very good value compared with other establishments, and we were very well attended to.
On our way out we bought some bread.... and I have to say it’s the tastiest, lightest bread I have had for some time..: I returned a couple of days later to buy more...
Highly recommended..� � �
Quaint , bespoke and lovely building. Food was gorgeous and loved the shop. Staff big smiles. It is a wee treat visit and will be back.
Just home from The Old Post Office after a beautiful afternoon with friends & their family following my friend's interment.
We were served a lovely tea with a great selection of savoury & sweet pastries.
These were served by very friendly staff.
Would have no hesitation recommending this place
I recently visited The Old Post Office and I was very impressed with the food, decor and lovely welcome that my companion and I received. The staff were most attentive and the food was delicious. I’m looking forward to visiting again and I can’t wait to see the new collection of crafts and gifts that I know will be fabulous!
I have visited the Old post office tea rooms several times and I've never been disappointed, each visit I have always received great service ,great food and eenjoyed a beautiful relaxed atmosphere .
I had a very big surprise yesterday. I will be 60 on Boxing Day. So my family decided a wee surprise before Christmas would be nice. So afternoon tea was the choice. It was fantastic tables set on arrival. Beautiful food hot coffee and tea. The staff were really lovely, even brought a ceramic cake slice with candle lit in singing Happy Birthday. It was overall a most wonderful afternoon. I recommend a visit.
A wee lunch or special occasion you like us will be royally treated. Fantastic.
Had lunch here yesterday and enjoyed a friendly welcome, great food and excellent service. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and child friendly too.
First time here yesterday and wow!! Staff were so lovely and down to each, food was unbelievable and valet is fantastic, we will definately be back!! I would higher recommend Afternoon tea!! Thank you!!xo
Finally had the chance to pay a visit to the Old Post Office Lisbane tea room after years of saying "we must go there". What a lovely place! Lovely food, friendly helpful staff, beautiful garden and a gallery of wonderful art. x
Fabulous breakfast last week with friends, staff couldn’t have been more helpful.
Went back for afternoon coffee was not disappointed highly recommend a visit. And coffee top up too��
Absoutley fantastic..the staff are very plesant and the food is amazing....but best off all they sell organic skin care products .loved it
I’ve always enjoyed my visits in the past so booked a table for 8 for a birthday lunch. We ordered our food at the counter and were told that it would be brought round to us in the back room. Our meals arrived slowly...20 minutes between the first and last person being served which was disappointing. The food was nice enough but, unfortunately, I’ll not be rushing back.
More about The Old Post Office, Lisbane
Tuesday: -
Wednesday: -
Thursday: 09:00 - 15:00
Friday: 10:00 - 15:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 15:00
Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00