Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Dublin

"The awning outside this local eatery on Capel Street declares, “This is the café you have been looking for.” The plant-filled independent café focuses on simple, pure food and takes pride in making everything from scratch. Breakfast and brunch are served seven days a week, with brunch available until nearly 4 pm. Dig into the lightly scrambled Turkish eggs menemen, with herbs and feta, or treat yourself to the signature French toast with white chocolate and coconut mascarpone."

"It opened during the dark years of the recession, but Brother Hubbard has gone from strength to strength, recently expanding its branch on the vibrant Capel Street. It shines when it comes to brunch – try the Turkish eggs menemen, layered with zingy whipped feta, and get the fried halloumi on top (the accompanying zhoug has a real kick)."

"From carefully chosen local suppliers to an enthusiastic emphasis on pickling and fermentation, if you’re familiar with The Fumbally’s food offering you’ll know they do not cut corners. Naturally, this ethos extends to their coffee menu where they equally embrace seasonally changing flavours. On the chalkboard above the coffee machine you’ll find the two current roasters in their grinders as well as their farm origin."

"Regaling as a mix-match bourgeois café, the vibe here is very much welcoming and reinforcing a spirit of optimism in its own way. Right next to the cafe is the Fumbally Stables, where the team believes that expressions come to life- more like a space for workshops, classes and other performances. What started as a falafel corner with a passion for food, has become a serious food location."

"This dog and kid friendly cafe (that should come with a hipster warning) serves up amazing food made with simple recipes. The Fumbally Eggs are to die for and will really set you up for the day. They use 3FE coffee too so you just can't go wrong here."

"Yes, yes, we may have a bit of an obsession with this place but it's mainly for these reasons: their coffee is in my opinion the best coffee in Ireland, their branding is in a league of it's own and their food is not to be overlooked - come here early at the weekend and you'll be treated to colossal portions of food that is full of flavour. 3FE is always busy but the queue moves fast and the communal seating means tables turn nice and quick without wasting space."

"3FE is the head honcho of coffee in Dublin at the moment and it's easy to see why. The supply wholesale coffee to many of the city's best caf�s and restaurants and have a café on Lower Grand Canal Street. They approach coffee in a strict, purist sense with temperatures, sizes and flavours all approached forensically."

"A favourite choice amongst other coffee shops in Dublin, this expert cafe roast their own coffee beans, offer tasting courses and make excellent food produce too. This is an amazingly chill place to go after work and network. Or you know, just relax."

"A little gem in the sloping Cow street in Temple Bar is Queen of Tarts where you can indulge in chocolate fudge cake and enjoy a traffic-free terrace seat while sipping your cup of choice. Check out the great menu of traditional Irish soups and soda bread, pulled ham, tuna melt sandwiches, fudge cake, pecan tart, Baileys Cheesecake dessert, and a lot more. Queen of tarts has a huge menu that offers morning breakfast, brunch, lunch and snack meals."

"Cakes, scones, tarts, brownies - everything that you dream of when you've got a cup of tea in hand. They also make some deadly baked eggs."

"Minimalist décor with maximal appeal, and a haven for veggies everywhere. You might have guessed from their chosen moniker, but Meet Me In The Morning quite like their pre-midday meals. Unsuprisingly then, they’re rather nifty when it comes to top-notch brunch."

"Recently crowned Best Brunch In Dublin, Meet Me In The Morning is a hipster haven and a foodies paradise. All the food here is locally foraged and it's fresh AF."

"Open from Monday to Sunday in South Dublin, Emma shares her love and expertise for baking by providing custom cakes, wedding cakes, birthday cakes, and other sweet treats for delivery in Dublin. From their sumptuous cheesecakes to their delightful muffins, brownies, and cookies, Emma Cake can satisfy your sweet cravings."

"In the middle of Stoneybatter, a small, arty neighbourhood in the city’s north side, you’ll find a taste of old Dublin at classic greasy-spoon-style café Cowtown. Start your day with the fortification of a generously sized full Irish breakfast (a plate of bacon, eggs, sausages, hash browns and tomatoes), served with home-made brown bread and a strong coffee for under €10 (£8.94). During the day, choose from filling, comforting cuisine such as Dublin coddle (a type of local sausage stew), fish and chips or a BLT made on thick, fresh Irish bloomer bread for just €5 (£4.47)."

"When you get onto the Evolve Eatery website, you’re met with the simple mantra of “meet, eat, evolve.” They have over 10 items on their menu for brunch, providing a diverse range of dishes for whatever you fancy, including protein pancakes and chicken and eggs benedict. They also have a wide selection of delicious smoothies. Evolve Eatery serves brunch between 9AM and 4PM."

"We love the passion the owners have for using sustainable, fresh, locally sourced Irish ingredients to create great tasting, healthy menus specifically designed to enhance your well-being. With extra tables and seating outside it is the perfect spot to relax and unwind only minutes walk from Tara, Pearse or Connolly Dart station. As One is open for outdoor dining Mon – Fri (8am – 3.30pm) and for the very popular outdoor brunch on Saturdays (10.30am – 4.30pm)."

"As One on City Quay has a pretty extensive range of iced coffees including Americanos, lattés and mochas, but they also do iced chocolates and iced chais that sound like they’re sailing pretty close to milkshake territory, which can only be a plus."

"If you want a stunning place to eat, As One is one of Dublin’s best brunch spots. It overlooks the Liffey and provides recipes that are both homey and traditional. For something a bit more substantial, try the Beef Rigatoni."

"A greasy spoon vibe, this equivalent of a diner is absolutely fantastic and has possibly the best Irish breakfasts in town!. If you’re going to stuff your face, …"

"Located outside Dublin city in Dun Laoghaire, this museum aims to preserve and present the many aspects of marine life in Ireland."

"Magnificent Castletown House simply has no peer. It is Ireland’s most imposing Georgian estate, and a testament to the vast wealth enjoyed by the Anglo-Irish gentry during the 18th century. Hour-long guided tours begin at noon and 3pm, offering an insight into how the 1% made out in the 18th century; otherwise you can wander at will. Don't miss a stroll down to the river for grand views back to the house. Castletown is signposted from junction 6 on the M4."

"Fresh, Middle-Eastern inspired food with a local Irish twist plus some of the best-tasting coffee in Dublin, Tang is one of our absolute faves for breakfast, lunch and we'd totally do dinner there if we could!. Stop in for smiling faces and stellar treats."

"The Chester Beatty Library is a popular reading hub across the globe and was rendered not only the best museum in Ireland, but also the whole of Europe. The library was also the only one to win the 'European Museum of the Year' award. Right behind the Dublin castle is this beautiful building which houses the Chester Beatty Library that features lovely exhibits, illuminated manuscripts, religiou...Read more"

"Bibliophile Alfred Chester Beatty’s marvellous collection of ancient books, scrolls and other objets d’art is spread across two floors of this wonderful museum and is free to explore, as are the regular mindful mornings of yoga and meditation (book ahead and bring a yoga mat). In summer there are free Qi Gong sessions in the rooftop garden. You might also like: Best day trips from Dublin"

"Within the Dublin Castle complex are also the Garda Museum (Irish Police museum) and the Chester Beatty Library museum. Both of these are free and worth visiting, especially the library museum, if you have time."

"Tel: + 353 1 222 5550 Email: info.hughlane@dublincity.ie Web: www.hughlane.ie. Located in Dublin’s city centre, Dublin City Gallery: The Hugh Lane, (formerly The Municipal Gallery of Modern Art), houses one of Ireland’s foremost collections of modern and contemporary art. The original collection, donated by the Gallery’s founder, Sir Hugh Lane, in 1908, has now grown to include over 2000 artworks, ranging from the Impressionist masterpieces of Manet, Monet, Renoir and Degas, to works by leading national and international contemporary artists."

"Just a short walk from Dublin’s main thoroughfare, O’Connell Street, this permanent collection hosts some of Ireland’s most notable modern art and is free to enter. It’s named after Sir Hugh Lane, who donated a collection to the council in 1908; the works included pieces by well-known French impressionists such as Renoir, Manet, Morisot and Pissarro, and they can still be seen on display here today. There is also a room dedicated to the abstract works of Dublin-born painter Sean Scully, who has twice been a Turner Prize nominee."

"The Gerard Byrne Studio, Art Gallery is home to a display of Gerard's paintings and is aimed at art enthusiasts and collectors."