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 Also known as a good spot |
6, Wicklow Street Dublin, Leister Ireland +353 1 670 4220 |
AKA's menu has an international feel with a slight Asian emphasis. The crowd ranges from mid-twenties to late thirties and tend to be respectably dressed. On entry you are faced with a vertiginous drop as though the ground floor has been removed. If you go downstairs, you will find a well-stocked bar in a room with an underwater feel, due to clever lighting and aquamarine colour. The main dining room is brighter but equally pleasant. There is also a carpeted alcove, which affords a certain amount of privacy. They advertise service from noon–3p but you can often get food late into the night. The bar is worth a visit and DJs play easy-listening sounds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cluster of Cafes |
78/79 Grafton Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 672 7720 http://www.bewleyscafe.com/ |
The Bewley's Cafe is a cluster of many fine eateries. The four restaurants offer you a wide range of appetizing dishes to whet your appetite. Start your day with a hearty breakfast at 'Breakfast at Bewley's'. Enjoy seafood at its best at The Mackerel. Its one of the best places to enjoy scrumptious seafood with an Irish twist. Have lip smacking pastas and pizzas at 'Cafe Bar Deli'. The salads are healthy and filling. Prices are reasonable to go with the sumptuous meal on offer. Enjoy a warm aromatic cup of coffee at 'Mezz' or simply catch a play at the 'Cafe Theater'. Whatever you decide to do, you surely won't have a dull moment here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relaxed and funky |
1 Coppinger Row Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland +353 1 670 6982 |
This is a pleasant, funky and relaxed cafe on a side-street in the heart of town, with a good selection of soups, sandwiches and a limited but interesting wine list. The service is friendly and the prices are reasonable. The café's interior is modern and bright with the emphasis on, you've guessed it, blue. The cafe also plays host to a number of evening gigs, and the venue is starting to build up a following. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Comfort and ease |
Upper Leeson Street Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 660 5222 http://www.jurysdoyle.com |
Check into the Burlington Hotel if you're looking for comfort and facilities. All rooms are provided with air-conditioners, mini-bar, safe deposits, television set, a coffee maker and much more. So you can fix yourself a drink or make some coffee to wake up. Try the hotel's lounge if you want to just relax and catch up with friends or eat at the restaurant. This hotel also has a disco and bar, so you can dance the night away. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chocolate heaven |
24 Wicklow Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 6710591 http://www.butlers-chocolates.com |
If you feel the need to worship at the great temple of the Gods of Chocolate, forsake all diets and come to Butler's. On entering, be prepared to kneel at the divinities that are Bewley's chocolates, Alannah chocolates, Katie Mac's chocolates, and, of course, Butler's own range. Also resident within the shop are lesser divinities such as the danish pastry and muffin, as well as the nectar of the chocolate gods, coffee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular cafe in Temple Bar |
3-4 Bedford Row Temple Bar Dublin Ireland +353 1 677 9043 |
By day, Cafe Gertrude serves excellent coffee and gorgeous bowls of soup, as well as a wide selection of sandwiches. By night the usual fare is pizza and pasta dishes. The setting is lovely and the service the kind that encourages you to stay for a while. It's a great place to take a breather from the hectic pace of Temple Bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stylish and sophisticated cafe |
5 South Anne Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 670 7239 |
There are several locations of this great coffee house, although the South Anne Street branch is the best and the most well-located. Both breakfast and lunch menus are tasty and varied. The coffee is good and there is outdoor seating for sunny days. A perfect stopping point during a busy shopping day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Funky café and restaurant |
71 Mespil Road Ballsbridge Dublin Ireland +353 1 678 5084 |
This is a pleasantly funky cafe close by the banks of the Grand Canal. Speedy counter service at lunchtime, offering a fine selection of big sandwiches and good salads, changes over to calmer, slower table service in the evenings. The menu generally includes spicy chicken dishes, lasagne and pastas. More imaginative than a lot of Dublin cafes, Canaletto's is a good stop along your way. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Full American breakfasts |
Powerscourt Townhouse Centre Dublin Ireland +353 1 679 4552 |
Chompy's is situated on the first floor terrace of the Powerscourt Townhouse Centre. Wake up to maple syrup on pancakes, muffins and eggs benedict - or just some good coffee. A full American breakfast is on offer, which should set you up for the day in style. Sandwiches on bagels (tuna melts, pastrami and swiss) are also featured. A fine American deli in the heart of Dublin. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stylish and airy cafe |
16 North Great Georges Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 873 0313 |
Just around the corner from O'Connell Street is the fashionable Cobalt Café. Located on the historic North Great Georges Street, the Cobalt is situated on the ground-floor of a converted Georgian house, and its relaxed atmosphere and picturesque surroundings make it a perfect spot for lunch. The café will be of particular interest to art lovers, as it regularly showcases new exhibitions by up-and-coming Irish artists. The James Joyce Centre, a museum devoted to Dublin's most famous novelist, is just across the street; and the Dublin Writers Museum is also a short stroll away. Perfect, then, for a quiet cultural afternoon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stateside blends |
12 Clarendon Powerscourt Townhouse Centre Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 679 7772 |
Brought over from the United States, this attractive coffee bar offers a multitude of blends and flavours. It's been a fixture in Dublin for some years now and has recently renovated itself in order to compete with all the coffee places cropping up about town. The fine aroma will draw you in, and there is outdoor seating for sunny days. Gloria Jean's also sells all manner of coffee beans, coffee-makers and assorted paraphernalia, so whether you drink in or take out, treat yourself to a few varieties...and perhaps even a new mug or coffee-grinder! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Indulge your ice-cream fantasies |
27 Wicklow Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 679 3320 |
The sorbet-pink walls of this cozy cafe add to the experience of delicious self-indulgence promoted by the Häagen-Dazs world. Tempting scoops on offer include champagne cocktail, cinnamon cream, and Bailey's ice-cream. All flavorings are natural and if you're not satisfied with some of the best ice-cream in the world, home-made cookies and pastries are also available to eat in or take away. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relaxing cafe in the heart of Temple Bar |
25 East Essex Street Temple Bar Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 679 3393 |
Located in the heart of Temple Bar, this relaxed coffee shop is very popular with tourists, and is the ideal location to read, write a postcard, or just hang out in one of Dublin's most thriving commercial areas. A truly comfortable cafe, there are big wooden tables, a huge choice in coffees, and board games to occupy your time. Sandwiches and desserts are reasonably priced and the background music on the CD player is usually something hip. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge range of coffees |
39 South William Street Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 679 8475 |
This large café is on three floors with a games room at the top. Serving yummy grub at friendly prices, this trendy café is definitely worth a visit - take a pew and people-watch. The late hours guarantee a varied and interesting crowd and, even better, you can have your coffee just about any way you can dream up. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coffee in chic surroundings |
Westbury Mall Dublin Ireland +353 1 670 7056 |
This fine cafe specializes in gourmet coffees, cakes, breakfast and light snacks. Klatsch is centrally located just off Grafton Street and is pleasantly swish and upmarket, its most attractive feature probably being the plush, red, velvet sofa. Unobtrusive and friendly service make this cafe a pleasure. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Saturday night hot spot |
10 Lower Liffey Street Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland +353 1 874 7522 |
Lotts is a popular café-bar in Dublin. This cozy and small place is usually packed; many people come here in big groups. The bar has a good collection of beers to choose from and the staff is warm and friendly. It also has a small restaurant, which serves Mediterranean cuisine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Yummy sandwiches |
1-3 South William Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 670 1248 |
Recently renovated, Munchies's glass facade offers an excellent view of the lively and busy South William Street. The interior is bright and uncluttered, and the service is efficient and friendly. It's a great place to stop for a coffee or sandwich, although the high turnover of customers means you can't really hang around all day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nostromo |
25 Leeson Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 662 2321 www.nostromo.ie |
Nostromo occupies the basement of an elegant Georgian house on Leeson Street, close to the city centre. The cafe opens for breakfast and lunch, offering fine coffee, lunches and snacks. The dining room is comfortable and cosily decorated in shades of red. Nostromo specialises in private parties and is in the heart of one of Dublin's well known night club areas and accepts group bookings. We offer a range of menus to suit your budget and your requirements. We also offer a choice of entertainment (or you can organise your own), or you may just want to eat with us and then follow on to one of the many night clubs on the street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Irish Sandwiches |
Unit 5 Harcourt Hall Charlotte Way Dublin Ireland +353 1 476 0085 http://www.stephensgreen.com/o... |
With branches all over the U.K. and Ireland (there is even another one in this shopping centre), O'Brien's pride themselves on their fresh, uniquely Irish, take on the fast-food industry. All their sandwiches are freshly prepared in the morning, the range including pitta and baguettes. They also provide a 'Silver Platter' home delivery service whereby cheese, salad, breakfast or fruit platters will be brought along for your function. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In-vogue |
West End, Temple Bar Between Parliament and Fishamble Streets Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 677 2255 http://www.templebar.ie/ |
Located on the West End of Temple Bar, this old city is an interesting mélange of cafes, leisure outlets, fashion stores and salons. Known for its fashion boutiques, this old town displays outfits by the crème-de-la crème of the fashion industry. Contemporary designs on exhibit blend well with the locality. So if you're out shopping for upholstery or dressing yourself for an outing, visit the Old City Shopping District to find the best in clothing and shopping. Credit cards may vary from store to store. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine coffee to perk you up |
Dawson Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 672 0218 |
Perk specialises in coffees, teas, smoothies, sandwiches and salads. The Dawson Street outlet is very small with a tiny smoking section and a couple of tables outside. They do take-aways, however, and the fact that staff from the nearby Mayor's office frequents the cafe, proves that Perk provides quality produce. It's a reliable place for a quick coffee or snack, and the juices and smoothies are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home-made sweet and savoury treats |
4 Cork Hill Dublin Ireland +353 1 670 7499 |
Queen of Tarts lies on the edge of Temple Bar and is one of the city's finest cafes. Everything on the menu is home-made on the premises, and the cafe specializes in excellent cakes, scones and crumbles. Tasty breakfasts, delicious savoury tarts and good coffee are also on offer. Queen of Tarts has built up a considerable reputation for fine food and courteous service after only a few years in business; and has now established a branch in the newly refurbished City Hall, right across the road. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fill the gap |
22 South Great Georges Street Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 679 7821 |
This cafe is the brainchild of the former owner of the legendary, and now defunct, Marks Brothers' cafe. As a result, it's attracted a lot of the old Marks Brothers' crowd. It's right next door to Market Arcade, so it is a perfect place for a quick bite to eat after a Saturday afternoon's shopping. Tuck in to some home-made soup, door-stop sandwiches, and delectable Cinnamon Buns. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stylish northside cafe |
168 Capel Street Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 872 3277 |
If you have been shopping on the northside of the city and are in need of some wholesome food to fill the gap, head to Soup Dragon on Capel Street. As well as offering a delicious range of home-made soups (which are becoming increasingly popular in Dublin), this intimate cafe also serves a range of smoothies, breads, and even shepherd's pie; it's simple food that shouldn't fail to satisfy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dublin's best pizza? |
1 Chatham Court Dublin Ireland +353 1 670 5630 |
Pizza by the slice is still quite a rarity in this part of the world, and the pizza served at Steps of Rome is no ordinary pizza either: it's absolutely delicious. This tiny cafe, just a few steps off Grafton Street, is very popular with all types, particularly local Italians - which is always a good sign. The house wine is excellent, the service friendly, and the coffee's top notch as well. Perfect for day or evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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No longer a greasy spoon |
1 Exchequer Street Dublin Ireland +353 1 672 7323 |
Stonewall - the former and much loved Wed Wose Café—used to be a plain old greasy spoon cafe, attracting a youngish and often alternative crowd who didn't seem to be able to resist the establishment's inexpensive coffee and all-day fry ups. Today, it has been upgraded: not only has it not lost its leisurely air (it's still a good place to sit for hours reading newspapers)—it has gained an expanded menu of salads, panini and light meals and now also offers a rather attractive evening menu. Its light and airy decor and windows filled with fairy lights make it a lovely place to spend a few hours. And fear not: the all-day breakfast is still available! Review © 2007, Wcities |
