Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Dundrum

"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)."

"More than a typical coffee shop, The Fumbally operates a shabby-chic restaurant in a vaulted space that serves as a community hub in the Dublin 8 neighborhood. Though we’re big fans of its tasty food, we’re focusing on The Fumbally’s excellent coffee in this Dublin guide. Independent Fumbally sources single origin beans from global specialty roasters like Copenhagen’s The Coffee Collective and Belfast’s Bailies."

"The Fumbally opened in the teeth of the recession in a vacant shop. The owners furnished the space with junk shop finds and served nothing but falafel until they found their feet. The furniture is the same and diners still share the same old tables during busy times, but the food has expanded in delicious directions, with house ferments like cabbage and ginger kraut regularly spicing up seasonal dishes."

"Just a minute away from St. Patrick’s Cathedral you can find another gem, the Fumbally Cafe. Here you can indulge in multiple gluten-free and dairy-free cakes. Sometimes vegan treats, such as the “Everything Free Cookie” are offered as well."

"This is probably the most obvious choice for a top ten list as it’s generally regarded as one of the barometers of how the Irish coffee scene is going. Champion Barista and owner Colin Harmon‘s ethos of “make nice coffee, be nice to people and they’ll probably come back” is a simple idea, but one that most businesses should heed. The coffee in 3FE is perfectly prepared, the shop’s location suits the coffee-fueled techies in nearby ‘Silicon Docks’, and they are nice to you."

"When it comes to coffee in Dublin, it is important to give credit where credit is due. The 3fe coffee shop on Lower Grand Canal Street was one of the first modern cafés to start the caffeine takeover in Ireland. 3fe (Third Floor Espresso) was born in 2008 when Dubliner Colin Harmon left his job in finance and went on to win recognition at the World Barista Championships."

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"If you’re someone with a sweet tooth, then you’re going to want to visit the Queen of Tarts bakery and café. You’ll be amazed at the sweet selection of breakfast and brunch items that are available to purchase. We are strong proponents of having cheesecake for breakfast — what could be more perfect than starting your day with a heavenly creamy slice of Bailey’s cheesecake?"

"The food scene in Dublin is to die for, but one of my absolute favorite spots is Queen of Tarts, a positively sassy cafe and patisserie. It’s more than earned its reputation as one of the best casual weekend brunch spots in Old City. If you find yourself on Dame Street, you simply must pop in!"

"One of the best names for a café you'll ever hear, and although they do a great brunch and a bunch of other food, it's the cakes that will keep you coming back. Usually packed to the rafters, but well worth the wait."

"They are currently only doing takeaway, however, Meet Me in the Morning is the kind of brunch spot that is unique and definitely worth a visit. Monday-Friday they’re open 8AM-4PM and on Saturdays and Sunday they open at the slightly later hour of 8:30AM until 4PM. The eggs and greens dish is a bit eccentric but delicious, with its dressing of garlic yoghurt, paprika oil and curly parsley."

"It’s easy to miss this spartan breakfast and lunch spot off busy Camden street. It looks like a pared down coffee shop with nothing but a few baked goods. While the concise menu isn’t much longer than a tweet, it offers a range of stellar dishes heavy on vegetables, with dashes of meat for garnish."

"Whether tea or coffee is your caffeinated beverage of choice, Clement & Pekoe will serve you a cup of the proper stuff. For coffee fiends, there’s always a choice of two espresso and two filters, from a rotating selection of roasters from Ireland and further afield. A (coffee-snob-via-Australia) friend of mine won’t go anywhere in Dublin else to buy a bag of beans."

"There are lots of great coffee shops in the city, but this one is a must visit for tourists and locals alike. Clement and Pekoe is a bustling cafe with a brilliant brew bar menu and coffee beans from a variety of local roasters. They also cater for tea lovers with a huge selection of loose leaf teas."

"This bustling cafe with a neighbourhood vibe stocks coffee beans from a variety of local roasters, as well as creating a brew bar menu for their single-origin filter coffees. They also specialise in loose-leaf teas and matcha if espresso ain't your thing."

"A quirky café nestled inside the Powerscourt Centre, Pepperpot serves a decent all-encompassing breakfast menu. Choose from the classic avocado on toast to granola with pear, sandwiches, porridge with different toppings, and fancy egg dishes (You have to try their bacon sandwich – a must!) When you consider that every nook and corner cafe, offers something similar these days, you might wonder what the difference is. What truly sets this cafe apart is its breakfast of champions item."

"Order the bacon and roast pear sandwich (€8) at this quirky tea room cafe set one-floor-up on a balcony overlooking the atrium of the beautiful Georgian Powerscourt Townhouse. You might wonder: ‘bacon and pear?. ', but this double act, sandwiched within ludicrously thick and fluffy homemade ‘doorstop’ bread slices with Fifteen Fields Irish cheddar, is sandwich perfection."

"Bright spaces, light wood furniture, solid-colored coffee mugs, and chic, industrial vibes characterize the handful of outposts of this Irish mini-chain. Joe's uses house and imported roasts for its espresso drinks, allowing coffee drinkers (both expert and novice) nerd out about each variety's tasting notes and origins. The menu tends to be limited—sandwiches, salads, and pastries."

"Located near our Dublin hotel, Joe’s Coffee caught our eye with its brick wall and urban vibe. Plus, we were intrigued by the cafe’s menu featuring alcohol-free Irish coffee, cold press juices and smoothies. How could we resist trying Joe’s Vietnamese Latte?"

"The former St. Mary’s Church of Ireland was built in the early 18th century, closed in 1964 and resorted in 2007 into a popular café bar and restaurant. Go see where famous Irish revolutionary, Wolfe Tone was baptized whilst enjoying your favorite cocktail. There is so much more to see in Dublin and across Ireland so keep checking back for our top tips, not just here but around the world!"

"If you're looking for an interesting place to have dinner, consider checking out The Church near the Jervis Shopping Center, or The Bank on College Green. Both are converted restaurants (one in an old church, one in an old bank), and serve classic Irish food in a cool pub atmosphere."

"This cosy and comfortable spot located in Dublin’s bustling Temple Bar area is an absolute gem and is truly one of the best breakfast and brunch spots in Dublin. If you’re looking for somewhere to sit and people watch while you enjoy your meal and some deliciously mellow coffee, then this is the place we would recommend visiting. The homemade tarts in this place are really to die for—we suggest trying the spinach and feta tart, and you can thank us later!"

"Stepping into Foam Cafe is like stepping into another world, one full of flower garlands, mirrors and clashing prints over two floors. It's hidden away on Strand Street Great, just a stone's throw from the new Italian Quarter just off the quays. Setting itself apart from the usual coffee shop fare Foam Café has a broad range of things on offer but their flagship dish is the humble omelette."

"This is a local for me and place you may not encounter if you are visiting Dublin for abroad but we love it. Relaxed and laid back, they have a lovely weekend brunch catering for kids too. My two are obsessed with the blueberry pancakes and the ‘not so hot’ chocolate just for them but you have also savoury options available with brunch favourites such as scrambled eggs."

"Bringing you fresh Italian cuisine within a relaxed and romantic setting, this city centre restaurant is a top spot for a date night dinner or weekend lunch. Boasting an extensive menu of pizzas, pastas, fine wines and refreshing aperitifs Pacino's will keep you sticking around 'til closing time."

"This romantic city centre restaurant is the perfect place for an Italian-style date night. The simple menu is jam-packed with delicious pasta and pizza dishes made from local ingredients, freshly cooked to order. Pacino's also offers an affordable early bird menu, perfect for a pre-show dinner."

"Pacino's is serving authentic Italian cuisine that's freshly cooked to order and paired bottles from their dedicated sommelier. One of the most sought-after Italian restaurants in Dublin city centre, it creates a sense of amore with its atmospheric dimmed lighting and exquisite classics."

"Temple Bar Gallery and Studios was first founded in 1983 as one of the country’s first artist-led arts organisations. A non-profit funded by the Irish Arts Council, today it consists of a contemporaryexhibition space and 30 visual artists’ studios, located at the epicentre of Dublin’s Cultural Quarter. As well as exhibitions, they run regular talks, masterclasses and events for aspiring artists."

"Featuring installations and performance art as well as sculpture and video, the Temple Bar Gallery works hand in hand with Artists Studios. It’s a really interesting and engaging concept and it puts you right into the heart of the artist’s community here in Dublin. Past exhibitions included Declan Clarke, Amie Siegel and Barbara Knezevic."

"At the beginning in 1983 the Temple Bar Gallery + Studios was the first DIY artist-centred initiative in Ireland, they started in a shirt factory and this is now a big gallery. Thanks to the fame of Temple Bar the gallery became notorious but it still supports upcoming artists."

"Go to Stephen's Green Shopping Centre for a great place for shopping and taking photos!. It is a large indoor shopping center in the city center of Dublin where you can find many shops. The interior of the place looks incredible."

"If you like to shop you’re going to love Dublin because there are so many great places to go shopping. From grand, famous department stores to small, local designer boutiques. International design icons to street markets."

"Right at the top of Grafton St , in the shadow of St. Stephen's Green's Arch, stands this striking iron and glass shopping mecca. Always abuzz with locals and …"

"Located in Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin, Bloomfields Shopping Centre is bright and busy, with shops, supermarket and cafe. Parking is available."