Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Maynooth

"Brother Hubbard is a recent addition to trendy Capel Street and they're setting the bar high. Coffee and tea is sourced from two of the best Dublin suppliers, 3FE and Wall and Keogh and their homemade drinks including orange and lemon barley water and rose, raspberry and apple are refreshing and different. The newly opened courtyard includes an entirely edible garden and they are currently nominated for 'best scone in Ireland'."

"COVID or no COVID, Brother Hubbard is one of Dublin’s best brunch spots. They have a great outdoor seating area which makes them an ideal place to dine during lockdown restrictions. Their menu is extensive, with all the normal brunch beverages, such as tea and coffee, but also more celebratory drinks such as prosecco and wine."

"Community café The Fumbally is an idyllic place to go for a slice of cake – all baked in-house with the freshest of Irish ingredients. The menu varies from day to day, but past highlights have included a pitch-perfect gluten-free chocolate creation and a sticky toffee cake that was praised by the Irish Independent. Whatever you try, make sure you pair it with a speciality coffee by Dublin-based roasters 3fE."

"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."

"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."

"Located on Grand Canal Street Lower, close to the historic Boland’s Mill site, 3fe has come a long way since 2009. While it is mostly about the coffee for the folks at 3fe, they also have a great food menu with tons of tasty options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hop On Hop Off DoDublin Stop @ Westland Row."

"Sometimes they make 'em themselves, but they've also started taking delivery from the very new Revolution bakery. Either way, they're incredible."

"The Queen of Tarts is so good they have two venues one in the heart of Temple Bar on Cow's Lane and the original branch on Dame Street. Sisters Regina and Yvonne Fallon took their experience working as pastry chefs in New York and opened a haven for sugar junkies and coffee lovers alike. Their coffee is freshly ground Lavazza and some of their delicious sweet concoctions include Bailey's chocolate chip cheesecake, tangy lemon meringue tart and warm plum tart - something to suit everyone's tastes."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"Known for its unbeatable baked goods, Bread 41 has blessed Dubliners with their newest menu item: a soft serve cruffin (croissant and muffin). Weekly flavours are available and, depending on the weather, a limited number of cruffin cones go on sale at their Pearse Street location Monday to Saturday, from 12pm to 2pm."

"The name might be a dead giveaway, but this is the place to come to in Dublin for your daily bread. The loaves and rolls are just the beginning of the carb heaven that can be found each morning at Bread 41. Order a buttery almond croissant, or indulge in the homemade sausage roll with the perfect flaky pastry."

"Price: €2.40Look: 4.5/5Texture: 4.5/5Taste: 4.5/5Value: 3.5/5Total: 17/20. Verdict: The texture is perfect, with very even, regular lamination and delicate crispiness. The flavour is pleasant with a lovely hint of butter, and a subtle smell of yeast."

"This Arts Centre in Dundrum has a range of events and programmes, but in particular they have a great programme for children. In July they also run performance summer camps."

"Again, you will have done your homework and booked something in advance, we hope (though there always is a chance to get late tickets even for the Abbey Theatre, with a bit of luck). If you are set on enjoying an Irish night out, a large number of pubs offer their services and many also provide entertainment (free or for a small fee in most cases). Just follow the crowds, which will, more than likely, bring you to the Temple Bar area."

"Located in Temple Bar, the Project Arts Centre has become a leader in contemporary artistic practice in Dublin and in Ireland. It also hosts local and international festivals like the Dublin Writers Festival, the Dublin Theatre Festival or the Dublin Fringe Festival."

"Tucked away in the historic cobbled streets of Temple Bar is Project Arts Centre, Dublin's best kept secret, a venue packed full of surprises."

"One of my favourite places to go for an evening stroll in Dublin would have to be Dun Laoghaire. The stunning seaside town is the perfect place to buy ice cream and walk along the pier. It only takes a half-hour to walk the full length of the pier and on a sunny day, Teddy’s ice cream stall is open at the lighthouse that acts as a great reward."

"There’s just something about gazing out onto the waters of Dun Laoghaire Pier that draws so many couples under its spell. Love works in mysterious ways after all, so be sure to stroll by the waters on Valentine’s Day to stop and take it all in."

"Heavily restored after the heavy shelling of 1916, the General Post Office is just about the only remarkable building on O'Connell Street - but it is far more important for its historical significance. Here Patrick Pearse read out the Proclamation of the Irish Republic (and declared war on the British Empire) at the start of the Easter Rising. A few days later the building was a burnt-out hulk and Pearse stood in front of an execution squad."

"Highlights on and around O'Connell Street include: The historic General Post Office where the 1916 rebellion started, the Hugh Lane Art Gallery, the popular shopping area Henry street and the vibrant market stretch Moore Street, with colourful street traders and ethnic shops. The main drag is very busy, but the best parts are on the side streets surrounding it!"

"Head to the General Post Office to learn about the revolution that happened here in 1916. It’s now the headquarters of the Irish Post Office, but it’s also the place where the Irish and the British got into a battle over Britain’s rule right in the streets of Dublin."

"A post shared by The Hungry Culchie (@hungryculchie) on Feb 21, 2018 at 10:41am PST. One of the newer restaurants in the city of Dublin, Asahi Asian Street Food has a striking interior, where wooden tables provide a touch of warmth and contribute to the overall modern setting. The restaurant allows guests to dine-in but also has a take-away service."

"It's one of the bigger sushi venues in the city, it's got a long table that's ideal for larger groups."

"I’ve heard a lot of people say that this is the best Chinese in Dublin if you’re in search of an authentic feed (it’s also said to be one of the best value spots!). If you wish to skip fusion foods and fancy restaurants with shiny tablecloths, pay a visit to Xian Street Food Dublin where delicate aromas and a reasonably priced menu await. From pan-friend dumplings and Xi’an meat burger to gong bao chicken with spicy peanut sauce and the popular biang biang noodles, every bite of their food is mouthwatering."

"I’d be surprised if you haven’t because this bag of greasy goodness is truly a part of the Irish experience. Traditionally a mix of chicken, chips, and Chinese spices, I assumed as a vegan this is something I would just have to miss out on."