# The Lamp Post, Belfast — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Lamp Post — Cafe in Belfast with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.7/5 from 751 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/belfast/restaurants/the-lamp-post (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Lamp Post 19 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8503742388696832515&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Verónica Herrera](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111081707530895044976) **In short:** The Lamp Post is a cafe in Belfast, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 751 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Lamp Post The Lamp Post is a cafe on Upper Newtownards Road serving food that includes birria toasties and vegan dishes. Portions are generous and prices reasonable. The cafe holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. Children and dogs are welcome. Staff are noted for friendliness and attentiveness. ## Opening hours **Monday** 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Friday** 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM ## What's nearby - The Hoose Bistro next door - Village Church (East) next door - TSAirsoft.com (Toy Soldiers Airsoft) next door - Holywood Arches Library 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious food, including the birria toastie and vegan options, and appreciate the generous portion sizes. They also highlight the reasonable prices and the cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Guests mention the staff are friendly and provide excellent service. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (751 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Belfast Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/798238). [More restaurants in Belfast](https://staycation.co.uk/belfast/restaurants) ★ 4.7 (751 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 ### Quick Facts **Destination** Belfast **Plus Code** 9C6PH4W7+WF ### 🏨 Places to stay near Belfast Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DBelfast%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/belfast/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/belfast/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Lamp Post? The Lamp Post is open Mon 8am–3:30pm; Tue–Wed closed; Thu–Fri 8am–3:30pm; Sat–Sun 9am–3:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Lamp Post any good? The Lamp Post is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 751 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Lamp Post dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at The Lamp Post. ### Is The Lamp Post good for children? 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