# The Lock Keepers Inn, Belfast — Reviews & Opening Hours

> The Lock Keepers Inn — Cafe in Belfast with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.3/5 from 961 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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Cafe 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# The Lock Keepers Inn

2 Lock Keepers Lane, Belfast

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=18296765902841236413&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [The Lock Keeper's Inn](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105176173188564113679)

**In short:** The Lock Keepers Inn is a cafe in Belfast, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 961 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.

Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places

## About The Lock Keepers Inn

The Lock Keepers Inn is a cafe on Lock Keepers Lane in Belfast. It serves bacon baps, desserts, vegan options and a range of snacks, alongside coffee. The venue welcomes dogs and has outdoor seating.

The cafe is suitable for children and groups. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [The Lock Keepers Inn's own website](https://www.facebook.com/share/1DLcv5NnK5/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Thursday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Friday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Saturday** 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

**Sunday** 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

## What's nearby

- Cooke RFC 250m away
- Shaws Bridge Sports Association 250m away
- Instonians Rugby, Cricket and Hockey Clubs 250m away
- Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG 350m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this cafe's delicious food, including bacon baps, desserts, and vegan options, as well as its great coffee and wide variety of snacks. They also highlight the friendly staff, dog-friendly atmosphere with outdoor seating, and convenient location for walkers.

Some reviews mention the service can be slow.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (961 reviews)

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** Yes

**Good for groups** Yes

**Booking required** No

**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/746577).

[More restaurants in Belfast](https://staycation.co.uk/belfast/restaurants)

★ 4.3 (961 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£10 – £20

[Visit official website](https://www.facebook.com/share/1DLcv5NnK5/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[028 9064 0088](tel:02890640088)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Belfast

**Plus Code** 9C6PH334+F6

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of The Lock Keepers Inn?

The Lock Keepers Inn is open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm; Sat–Sun 9am–4:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is The Lock Keepers Inn any good?

The Lock Keepers Inn is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 961 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is The Lock Keepers Inn dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at The Lock Keepers Inn.

### Is The Lock Keepers Inn good for children?

Yes, The Lock Keepers Inn is listed as good for children.

### Can you book a table at The Lock Keepers Inn?

The Lock Keepers Inn does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only.

### How do I contact The Lock Keepers Inn?

Call The Lock Keepers Inn on +44 28 9064 0088.

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