Where is the best specialty coffee in Dublin city centre?

The Creative Quarter and the area around St Stephen's Green are dense with quality, including Clement & Pekoe, Kaph, and Vice Coffee Inc. The 3fe bars on Grand Canal Street and Gertrude Street are short walks away and remain Dublin's benchmark.

Which Dublin coffee roasters should I look out for?

Dublin punches above its weight on roasting. Look for 3fe, Cloud Picker, Imbibe, Silverskin, Full Circle, and Badger & Dodo on café menus and retail shelves. Many of these roasters run their own bars where you can taste the beans at their freshest.

Is the Dublin Docklands area good for coffee?

Yes. The International Financial Services Centre and North Wall docklands have a strong cluster aimed at the area's office workers, including Bear Market Coffee and Cool Hand Coffee Roasters, so quality flat whites are easy to find around Grand Canal Dock and the Liffey quays.

What makes specialty coffee in Dublin unique?

Dublin's specialty coffee scene features local roasters and cafés that prioritize quality beans, expert brewing techniques, and unique flavor profiles. Many cafés source directly from farms and offer single-origin options that highlight the distinct characteristics of different coffee-growing regions.

How do I find the best cafés to work from in Dublin?

Use our filters to find cafés with WiFi and work-friendly environments. Look for the "Best to Work From" section, which highlights cafés with reliable internet, power outlets, and comfortable seating for longer sessions.

What coffee brewing methods can I find in Dublin?

Dublin's specialty cafés typically offer a variety of brewing methods including espresso-based drinks, pour-over options (V60, Chemex, Kalita), AeroPress, cold brew, and more. Use our brew method filters to find cafés that match your preferences.

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Kaph - specialty coffee shop in Creative Quarter

Kaph

Creative Quarter

City centre specialty coffee destination with house blend and trained baristas delivering quality microfoam and gourmet cakes.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Pine Cone Coffee - Shop - specialty coffee shop in Monkstown

Pine Cone Coffee - Shop

Monkstown

Wicklow-roasted single-origin beans brewed in small-batch precision at this Monkstown outpost of specialty coffee culture.

Opens 7:30 AM tomorrow

Groundstate Coffee - specialty coffee shop in The Liberties

Groundstate Coffee

The Liberties

In-house roastery in The Liberties crafting adventurous single origins with vibrant, fruit-forward profiles and creative nomenclature.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Bodega Coffee - George’s Arcade - specialty coffee shop in Creative Quarter

Bodega Coffee - George’s Arcade

Creative Quarter

New York-retro meets Melbourne coffee culture in George's Street Arcade, serving specialty coffee with world-class equipment since 2021.

Opens 9:00 AM tomorrow

Stay With Us - specialty coffee shop in Phibsborough

Stay With Us

Phibsborough

Phibsborough spot pouring Badger & Dodo's specialty coffee, rated 85+, with Brazilian single origin on the espresso bar.

Opens 7:00 AM tomorrow

3fe Gertrude - specialty coffee shop in Grand Canal Dock

3fe Gertrude

Grand Canal Dock

Leading Irish specialty roaster for over a decade, serving their own exceptional single-origin beans with brunch menu.

Opens 7:30 AM tomorrow

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Near Aviva Stadium Near Christ Church Cathedral Near Connolly Station Near Croke Park Near Dublin Castle Near Grafton Street Near Grand Canal Dock Near Guinness Storehouse Near Ha'penny Bridge Near Heuston Station Near Merrion Square Near National Museum of Ireland Near O'Connell Street Near Smithfield Square Near St Patrick's Cathedral Near St Stephen's Green Near Temple Bar Near Trinity College Dublin

Dublin's specialty coffee scene has grown from a handful of pioneers into one of the most consistent in Europe, and the standard across the city is genuinely high. The roaster 3fe is the name that put Dublin on the map, with bars on Grand Canal Street and Gertrude Street still setting the pace. Around the Creative Quarter and St Stephen's Green, Clement & Pekoe, Kaph, and Vice Coffee Inc keep the...

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Kaph

Creative Quarter

City centre specialty coffee destination with house blend and trained baristas delivering quality microfoam and gourmet cakes.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Groundstate Coffee

The Liberties

In-house roastery in The Liberties crafting adventurous single origins with vibrant, fruit-forward profiles and creative nomenclature.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Stay With Us

Phibsborough

Phibsborough spot pouring Badger & Dodo's specialty coffee, rated 85+, with Brazilian single origin on the espresso bar.

Opens 7:00 AM tomorrow

East Village Coffee - specialty coffee shop in Tallaght

East Village Coffee

Tallaght

Specialty coffee spot in New Era Studios serving Full Circle beans with expertly crafted flat whites and toasties.

Opens 7:00 AM tomorrow

Brew Coffee - specialty coffee shop in Raheny

Brew Coffee

Raheny

Neighborhood spot serving 3FE's seasonal rotations and Momentum blend from the Glasnevin roastery known for direct farm relationships.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Flower & Bean - specialty coffee shop in The Liberties

Flower & Bean

The Liberties

Family-friendly specialty coffee shop brewing 3fe Irish roasts and rotating guest filters with artisan bakery and home brewing support.

Opens 7:30 AM tomorrow

Kaph

Creative Quarter

City centre specialty coffee destination with house blend and trained baristas delivering quality microfoam and gourmet cakes.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Groundstate Coffee

The Liberties

In-house roastery in The Liberties crafting adventurous single origins with vibrant, fruit-forward profiles and creative nomenclature.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Stay With Us

Phibsborough

Phibsborough spot pouring Badger & Dodo's specialty coffee, rated 85+, with Brazilian single origin on the espresso bar.

Opens 7:00 AM tomorrow

East Village Coffee

Tallaght

Specialty coffee spot in New Era Studios serving Full Circle beans with expertly crafted flat whites and toasties.

Opens 7:00 AM tomorrow

Brew Coffee

Raheny

Neighborhood spot serving 3FE's seasonal rotations and Momentum blend from the Glasnevin roastery known for direct farm relationships.

Opens 8:00 AM tomorrow

Flower & Bean

The Liberties

Family-friendly specialty coffee shop brewing 3fe Irish roasts and rotating guest filters with artisan bakery and home brewing support.

Opens 7:30 AM tomorrow

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