A staple of Dublin is how much we all love our coffee! From hip and trendy new spots to old comforting classics. Whether you’re visiting Dublin for a short period of time or you are here for the long haul, it is definitely worth perching yourself in a good coffee shop, experiencing some of the coffee Dublin has to offer, and watching the world go by.
We asked our amazing team of volunteers here at Secret Street Tours, and our wonderful guides Shane and Kenny what their favourite Dublin coffee spots are.. And the results are in! Here are our Top Ten Dublin Coffee Spots
1. Kaph
A small little independent coffee shop just off Grafton Street is consistently serving delicious 3fe coffees. There is always something great to be said about an independent business thriving in Dublin. You can sit upstairs and work away, or quickly pop in for a coffee and a chat with some of their very friendly baristas.
2. 505 Coffee
Located just off the N11 outside of Jim Rock Motors, this horse-trailer speciality coffee shop is a gem in Dublin! With the option to drive up and easily order, there is the possibility of delicious coffee no matter the weather. A special mention to this coffee shop as it does “Suspended Coffees” - this means if you can’t afford a coffee, have forgotten your wallet, or simply need a pick-me-up, you can avail of their Suspended Coffees, which is when someone pre-pays for a coffee for someone in need. We love this idea as it can especially help those who live on the streets if they need a warm and tasty coffee to keep warm.
3. Graingers
Graingers is a traditional Irish pub which has been beautifully refurbished. Known for their welcoming atmosphere, good breakfasts and tasty coffees, it is the perfect spot to settle into an armchair and catch up with friends.
4. CocoBrew
Another delicious spot is Cocobrew - a lovely independently owned specialty coffee shop in Temple Bar. We love a hot brew from Cocobrew - and we also love that all of their coffee is ethically and sustainably sourced! Double win!
The owner of this coffee shop, Tony, says on their website that we often laugh, cry, share our lives over a cup of coffee. This is incredibly true and also the reason why so many Irish people love a cuppa coffee - it is a perfect excuse to sit a friend down and ask them how they are.
5. Simon’s Place
Having both a great location and a great cup of coffee, Simon’s Place is a must visit for those who love to people watch. You could easily grab a nice frothy cappuccino and sit by the window for hours. This is a favourite of one of our guides, Kenny.. Not to mention they make a wonderful toastie!
6. Cloud Cafe
This coffee shop in North Strand is a welcoming, bright space for a coffee lover. You can marvel at their delish coffee while scoffing down something from their food menu…
7. Clement & Pekoe
This classic spot on South William Street is a crowd favourite. They serve and specialise in high-grade loose-tea and well as direct-trade coffee and even kombucha. Their cafe is super cosy and the type of place you’d happily sit on your laptop for hours!
8. Two Pups Coffee Dublin 8
A very aesthetically pleasing, instagram worthy coffee shop with the prettiest and creamiest coffees around! This is a must visit if you are in Dublin and a big fan with our team at Secret Street Tours!
9. Chez Max
An oldie but a goodie, Chez Max does everything from a great coffee, to some good cheese, to a smooth pint of Guinness. Directly beside Dublin Castle, it is a perfect way to combine sight seeing while also treating yourself to some tasty goodness.
10. Tang Cafe
Last but by no means least, we have Tang Cafe. a small cafe nestled in the middle of Dublin, Tang serves some amazing food while having an incredibly high standard of coffee. Not to mention, they are incredibly dedicated to sustainability and social action in their store and on their website - which we absolutely love!
These were our favourite coffee spots in Dublin City - but we would love to hear from anyone else with their favourites! You can find all our social media information below.
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