Find your next great cup

The flagship on Grand Canal Street is bright, welcoming and dog friendly with a full brunch menu made in house alongside their own roasted coffee. Known for rotating single origin espresso and filter options that change regularly. Reserve a table or drop in for a flat white and pancakes. Open seven days a week from early morning. One of Dublin’s most reliable spots for a genuinely great cup.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

A bright specialty café on King Street South in Dublin 2 serving well crafted espresso drinks and filter coffee. A welcome addition to the Creative Quarter with a loyal neighbourhood following.

Ardú is a locally owned award winning specialty coffee shop in the heart of Dunboyne in Co. Meath. Serving Imbibe Coffee Roasters as their house coffee alongside monthly guest roasters from across Ireland. A genuinely warm neighbourhood spot with a strong sense of community and a real passion for bringing quality Irish roasted coffee to their village.

A seaside café on the coast road in Laytown, Co. Meath, serving Ariosa's own freshly roasted coffee alongside homemade bakes and acai bowls. Dog friendly, a kids park nearby and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it dangerously easy to stay longer than planned. One of those rare spots where the adults get a genuinely great flat white and the kids get to run around. The perfect excuse for a Meath coast detour.

Serving specialty coffee and organic seasonal brunch on City Quay. A gorgeous space with genuinely warm staff and superb food. Their porridge (yes, you heard that right) is to die for! One of those places that just feels right from the moment you walk in. We love the industrial chic vibe inside. Highly recommend.

A family run specialty café and roastery on Green Street in the heart of Dingle. The first to roast coffee on the Dingle Peninsula. Serving their own single origin beans alongside rotating guests, all roasted just 2km away. The house blend combines beans from Brazil, Guatemala and Ethiopia into something warm and considered. Homemade bakes made fresh daily, locally sourced food and a cosy atmosphere that earns it a consistently loyal following from locals and visitors alike. Named in the Top 15 cafés in Ireland. One of the best reasons to stop in Kerry.

A specialty café and roastery on the Mall in the seaside town of Youghal, Co. Cork. Started in 2021 with a focus on quality over quantity, Boardwalk roasts small batches of high grade beans sourced from sustainable farms across the coffee growing world. The café opens early, the outdoor seating is a fine spot to watch Youghal go about its morning and the sandwiches are worth staying for. A second location on Claycastle Beach and a third in Killarney make this one of the fastest growing independent roasteries in Munster.

A high energy specialty coffee shop in Howth Market, open since 2017 and built for speed, consistency and genuine hospitality. Organic single origin beans alongside fresh cakes, pastries and sourdough toasties from local suppliers. Weekends get busy and the queue can stretch but standards never drop. A second location in George's Street Arcade in Dublin city centre. One of the most consistently praised specialty spots north of the city.

An organic sourdough bakery and café tucked beneath the railway arches on Pearse Street. Eoin Cluskey is the founder who mills his own flour on site. Known for incredible coffee, outstanding pastries and seasonal dishes made with care. Their almond croissants are heavenly!

Brew Lab Specialty Coffee Located on Aungier Street in the heart of Dublin 2, Brew Lab is a specialty coffee bar dedicated to serving exceptional coffee. Our coffee selection rotates regularly, featuring carefully sourced single-origin coffees from leading Irish and international roasters for both espresso and filter coffee. Driven by a passionate team and our signature Brew Bar experience, Brew Lab is a place for coffee lovers and curious newcomers to explore the world of specialty coffee. Alongside our coffee menu, we offer a selection of pastries in a welcoming atmosphere. Our goal is simple: to serve great coffee and make everyone feel welcome. Whether you are new to specialty coffee or you are already a coffee lover, we are here to help you enjoy it.

Clement & Pekoe is a stylish Dublin 2 café celebrated for its expertly brewed specialty coffee, exceptional loose-leaf teas, and fresh pastries. Sourcing high quality direct-trade coffee and distinctive teas from around the world, it offers a refined yet welcoming experience where there’s always something new to discover, all within a bright and relaxed setting in the heart of the city.

Pull up a stool at the slow bar on Pearse Street and let the team walk you through what's on filter. Alternatively, grab a flat white and a pistachio croissant to go. B Corp certified, zero waste ethos and some of the friendliest staff in the city. They also run a hands-on Roast Your Own experience on Saturday mornings where you use professional machines to roast your own small batch coffee and take the beans home. One of those places that rewards curiosity.

Tucked away just off the busiest streets of Temple Bar, Cocobrew offers a welcome escape from the crowds. This independent specialty coffee spot roasts its own coffee and focuses on quality, consistency, and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're grabbing a quick flat white or settling in for a slower morning, you'll find expertly brewed coffee, friendly service, and a menu packed with wholesome treats and smoothies. A hidden gem in the heart of the city, Cocobrew is the kind of place that reminds you why independent coffee shops matter.

A minimalist, single-origin focused coffee shop tucked down a side street in Bangor, opened in 2022 by Josh Bell. It's built a reputation for some of the best flat whites and filter coffee in Northern Ireland, with rotating seasonal single origins and a relaxed, dog-friendly vibe once you track the place down. Josh has since opened a second spot, The Highwayman, in Belfast. Both are must-visits for anyone serious about their coffee.

A neighbourhood favourite from Coffeeangel on Pembroke Street Lower in Dublin 2, serving a full menu of espresso and filter coffee alongside freshly baked goods and bagged beans for the aspiring home barista. Champion barista pedigree and award winning coffee in a relaxed, professional friendly setting. Free WiFi, street parking and outdoor seating make it a popular spot to recharge in the heart of the city.

Brewing specialty coffee in Dublin since 2004, making them one of the city's longest running independent coffee operations. They now boast nine locations across Dublin and one in Monaghan. Their Trinity Street HQ is housed in a stunning Victorian red-brick building that dates back to 1896. Award-winning and champion baristas.

One of the most talked about cafés in Ireland, tucked into a 400 year old building on Galway's Quay Street. The coffee here is serious, working with Copenhagen roasters 'April on Espresso'. They also rotating single origin pour-overs from some of the best roasters in Europe. But the real surprise is what's upstairs. Follow the narrow staircase and you will find a design shop full of handpicked ceramics, homewares and art prints. Keep going to the tippy top and you will enjoy a small gallery showing work from independent artists. A record player in the corner, benches along the wall, coffee in hand. The kind of place that makes you want to stay longer than you planned. Featured in the New York Times. A must on any trip to Galway.

A proper specialty café on William Street in the centre of Tullamore that has quietly become one of the best coffee stops in the Midlands. Serving Cloud Picker coffee alongside ceremonial matcha and homemade bakes since 2019, Conway and Co do the classics brilliantly while carving out a menu of creative signature drinks that are entirely their own. Recognised in the Top 15 cafés in Ireland for 2025 and well worth going out of your way for.

A specialty coffee shop with locations across Dublin and Bray, They Worked with world class roasters including April, Bailies, Bell Lane, Square Mile, Five Elephant, La Cabra, The Barn and many more. The guest roaster lineup changes regularly keeping things genuinely exciting for serious coffee drinkers. Pour over focused with a calm considered atmosphere. One of Dublin's most respected specialty coffee destinations.

Creed roast their own coffee and serve it the way it deserves to be served. A no-fuss specialty café where the quality speaks for itself.

A small bustling café on the main street of Lahinch on the Wild Atlantic Way serving Roasted Brown coffee alongside seasonal food rooted in Irish and Lebanese influences. Named after a beloved family figure, Dodi is warm, characterful and the kind of place that turns into a daily habit by day two. Fresh homemade bakes, local produce and a retail shelf stocking natural wines and coffee beans. Dog friendly. One of the best reasons to stop in Clare.

Opened by David Smyth in 2015 on the Clontarf Road. Serving Full Circle coffee as their house coffee alongside a rotating monthly guest roaster. Fresh sandwiches, cakes, and sweet treats are made in-house daily. Dog friendly with outdoor seating too. It's the perfect stop before a scenic, seaside stroll with a specialty coffee in hand.

A micro bakery and specialty café in Smithfield, with a second location in Phibsborough on the North Circular Road serving the same Cloud Picker coffee and bakery menu. Busy, beloved and worth the queue, especially on weekends. These guys are killing it with quality coffee paired with amazing pastries. Another one you won't regret. Treat a loved one, they'll thank you for it.

A micro bakery and specialty café in Smithfield, with a second location in Phibsborough on the North Circular Road serving the same Cloud Picker coffee and bakery menu. Busy, beloved and worth the queue, especially on weekends. These guys are killing it with quality coffee paired with amazing pastries. Another one you won't regret. Treat a loved one, they'll thank you for it.

Opened in December 2013 by Bridgeen Barbour and Mark Ashbridge on Hill Street in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter. They set out to bring together specialty coffee, great food and genuine hospitality in a city they felt was missing it. More than ten years later it's still one of the best places to drink coffee in Ireland, north or south. We love the minimalist, concrete interior too.

Evalynn is a neighbourhood café in Bryanstown, Drogheda’s busiest suburb, pouring silky flat whites since February 2022. Recognised as one of Ireland’s top 30 cafés, it has earned a devoted following through consistently excellent coffee and a warm atmosphere. With a comfortable indoor seating area and plenty of outdoor space, it’s a great spot year-round, whether you're making the most of the sunshine or escaping a rainy day. Dog-friendly and welcoming.

A neighbourhood specialty café and bakery in the seaside village of Clogherhead, Co. Louth, the third location from the team behind Evalynn in Drogheda. Serving Bell Lane coffee alongside fresh bakes including their well loved scones and cinnamon rolls. Dog friendly with the same warm, knowledgeable staff that have made the Drogheda originals some of the best regarded specialty cafés in the north east. Consistently rated among the best coffee in Louth and Meath.

A newer arrival on the Dublin specialty scene with a loyal, local following. Serving their own house blend roasted exclusively to their spec. by Full Circle Roasters in Dublin. A bespoke coffee you won't find anywhere else.

Tucked along the Quay in Clonmel, Fetch pours Never A Day's Trouble and pairs it with sambos and açaí for whoever needs a proper reason to stop. A steady local spot with a loyal following, worth the detour if you're passing through Tipperary.

A sweet multi-roaster specialty café on Catherine Street in the heart of Limerick city, family owned and run with some of the most coveted window seats in the city overlooking the Shannon. Focused exclusively on Irish specialty roasters.

A Cork specialty institution since 2012 with two locations in the city. The flagship on Anglesea Street features a street hatch for coffee to go, with beans, gadgets and brewing equipment lining the shelves inside. Currently serving 3fe

A specialty café and artisan bakery on Cork Street in the heart of the Liberties, run by a trio with serious coffee and baking credentials. Serving 3fe alongside rotating guest filter coffees from around the world, all backed up by home baked cakes made with seasonal, local and often foraged ingredients. Family friendly with a play area, vegan options throughout and a retail corner stocked with beans and equipment. One of Dublin 8's most characterful neighbourhood spots.

A specialty café and coastal culture hub on the main street of Bundoran, Ireland's surf capital on the Wild Atlantic Way. Serving Cloud Picker Coffee alongside a seasonal food menu built around local and organic produce. The space itself is bright and beautifully considered, with an outdoor deck and garden that come alive in summer for BBQs, gigs and events. The batch brew gets particular praise from regulars and the coffee is consistently well dialled. A genuinely brilliant find in the northwest and one of the most characterful cafés on the Wild Atlantic Way.

Grindstone started in Dundrum beside the Luas stop and now boasts three locations including Dublin Landings and the newly opened Bolands Mills. Serving 3fe coffee alongside guest roasters like Blind Monkey. The Bolands Mills location inside Google's historic docklands redevelopment is their most impressive yet.

A specialty roastery and café in the heart of the Liberties founded by Andy and Mark. Roasting single origin beans on site and serving seasonal food made with local ingredients. They also run yoga classes in the café space in the evenings.

A specialty coffee and brunch spot with three locations across Dublin, Bull Island, Donnybrook and the Dun Laoghaire Baths. Serving Roasted Brown as their house coffee alongside rotating guest roasters, with the seaside settings at Bull Island and Dun Laoghaire adding to what's already a genuinely good cup. Toasties, brunch and a relaxed, beachy atmosphere across all three spots. Reservations available at Donnybrook and Dun Laoghaire.

Two neighbourhood coffee shops by the sea in Glasthule and Blackrock Village serving excellent coffee and homemade treats seven days a week. A local institution with a loyal following and a relaxed seaside atmosphere.

A friendly neighbourhood specialty coffee spot with three locations across Kildare, Naas, Kill and Sallins. Founded in 2022 with a clear focus, delicious specialty coffee, laid back vibes and genuinely tasty food. Serving Calendar Coffee from Connemara, with fresh, locally sourced bagels and toasties alongside. Dog friendly across all three spots.

A specialty café on Kevin Street Lower in Dublin 8 that opened in early 2026 and has wasted no time establishing itself. The flat white has been getting serious attention and the early signs point to something worth paying attention to. One of Dublin's newest additions to the specialty scene and already one worth seeking out.

A neighbourhood café in Portmarnock village, steps from the Velvet Strand beach. Serving Bailies specialty coffee and homemade food since 2018. A saunter along the coast followed by brunch here is one of those combinations that's hard to beat. Now with three locations across north Dublin.

A 100% plant based specialty café and micro bakery on Aungier Street in Dublin 2, baking fresh daily. Best known for cinnamon rolls that have built a genuine cult following, alongside hearty wraps, toasted sandwiches and an oat flat white regularly called one of the best in the city, even by people who'd never normally order vegan. Dog friendly with outdoor seating. Small, bright pink and impossible to miss, this is the kind of place that turns sceptics into regulars.

A little hideaway in Salthill serving Calendar Coffee as house coffee on a seasonal rotation, alongside an extensive and regularly changing filter menu. Co-owner Enda is a former Irish Brewers Cup champion who represented Ireland on the global stage, and it shows in every cup.Twice monthly filter brewing classes for anyone wanting to go deeper. Walking distance from Salthill promenade and consistently rated the best coffee in the city. It's a must when anywhere near Salthill

An independent specialty café on Drury Street in Dublin's Creative Quarter, open since 2013. Serving 3fe coffee across two floors of minimalist interior with outdoor street seating when the weather allows. A first floor gallery space showcases local artists. One of the most established and consistently well-regarded cafés in the city.

A specialty café on Dublin Street in Carlow, housed in a beautifully restored former coach house dating back to 1699. Run by third generation owner Brian Lambert, the building still has its original exposed red brick fireplace and period features. Serving Cloud Picker Coffee with everything on the food menu made in house from scratch. Consistently rated the best coffee in Carlow with a setting that makes it worth the stop on its own.

Low Lane is widely regarded as one of Kilkenny’s standout coffee spots, known for carefully made specialty coffee with a smooth, rich flavour and a strong reputation for quality espresso-based drinks Low Lane

Mantle Coffee is a recently opened café in Temple Bar that takes a more considered, process-focused approach to coffee culture in Dublin. Rather than treating coffee as just a quick service, it encourages customers to engage with the full journey behind each cup. From sourcing and roasting through to brewing methods. Baristas are often happy to talk through the details, creating a more conversational and interactive experience rather than a standard counter service. The overall atmosphere feels relaxed and welcoming, with a strong emphasis on quality and connection. It’s a 5 star rating from us!

A specialty café and bowl bar in the heart of Newry that has quickly earned a reputation for coffee done properly. Expect well pulled espresso, silky steamed milk at the right temperature and latte art that tells you someone back there actually cares. Espresso based drinks only with no filter on the menu, but what they do they do well. The food menu built around nourishing bowls and fresh bites matches the quality in the cup. Now with a second location in Armagh, Measured is one of the most exciting independent spots in the north.

A specialty coffee and brew bar on Wine Street in the heart of Sligo town, serving Full Circle Roasters coffee across espresso and filter alongside fresh bakes and traybakes made daily. Compact, cosy and consistently considered one of the best coffee stops in the west of Ireland. Dog friendly with a warm atmosphere that makes it easy to lose an hour. Sister shops in Clontarf and Camden Street in Dublin. Shortlisted for the World's 100 Best Coffee Shops.

A cosy specialty coffee shop on Main Street in Oughterard, launched in 2022 after a complete career pivot from the owner. The house espresso comes from a single farm in Huila, Colombia, roasted exclusively for the café by neighbours Calendar Coffee in Galway. Full traceability from farm to cup with notes of chocolate and citrus sweetness. Rotating guest roasters and a seasonal filter selection alongside locally made cakes, gluten and dairy free options. Local art and craft pieces for sale throughout. Dog friendly with a sunny outdoor terrace. One of the most talked about coffee stops on the road to Connemara and a strong contender for the best coffee in Galway.

An independent specialty coffee house built around exceptional coffee. A welcoming space beyond home and work where people come together. Serving Origin Coffee from Europe and operating two locations across the north. The Belfast outpost opened in 2025 inside the beautifully restored Printworks building on Queen Street.

An independent specialty coffee house built around exceptional coffee. A welcoming space beyond home and work where people come together. Serving Origin Coffee from Europe and operating two locations across the north. The Belfast outpost opened in 2025 inside the beautifully restored Printworks building on Queen Street.

A brand new specialty coffee shop on the seafront in Warrenpoint, Co. Down, overlooking Carlingford Lough. Co-founded by Neil Cole, also behind Nine Squared in Belfast, and Gareth O'Connor, who together restored a 150 year old building known locally as Coles Corner, preserving the original staircase while bringing in contemporary design. A genuinely picturesque view from every window, finished to a high standard inside, and the coffee itself is exceptional. One to watch on the Down coast.

Old News Coffee in Mullingar is a specialty coffee spot known for consistently well-made espresso and filter coffee, served in a calm, design-led space. It has built a strong local reputation for quality brews and a relaxed atmosphere, and people especially love the mid-century furniture that gives the café a warm, timeless feel.

A specialty café in Dundalk built around coffee, people and conversation. Somewhere you can feel genuinely part of, where the quality in the cup is matched by the warmth of the welcome. They also run a free community running club every Sunday morning with coffee waiting when you get back. What’s not to love?​​​​

A specialty café in Dundalk built around coffee, people and conversation. Somewhere you can feel genuinely part of, where the quality in the cup is matched by the warmth of the welcome. They also run a free community running club every Sunday morning with coffee waiting when you get back. What’s not to love?​​​​

A specialty café inside the Distillery Building on Smithfield Square serving exceptional coffee since 2016. Working with some of Europe's best roasters on a rotating basis, the focus is always on quality without compromise. Low-key atmosphere, white brick walls, wooden tables and shelves stocked with beans and brewing equipment. Fresh pastries available alongside the coffee. Dog friendly and card only. One of the most consistently well-regarded specialty cafés in Dublin.

A specialty coffee shop and low-intervention wine bar on Mallow Street in Limerick city. Multi-roaster with a rotating selection chosen for quality, transparency, and close relationships with the roasters behind them. Currently serving Calendar Coffee, one of our favourites. With multiple roasters on offer at any given time, there's always something worth checking out, and their filter coffee is well worth an order. Open Friday evenings for wine alongside coffee, making it one of the more interesting all-day spots in Limerick. Dog friendly, with a heated outdoor patio.

A single origin coffee roastery and café on Main Street in Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow, founded in 2015 with a strict no blending policy that lets the character of each origin speak for itself. Seasonal and microlot options highlight the direct relationships built with coffee farmers, all roasted on site. Pastries, fresh sambos and an unusual extra, an on site sauna, round out the experience. On site parking available. One of Wicklow's most distinctive and well regarded specialty coffee destinations.

Founded on Tara Street in 2016, Shoe Lane Coffee takes its name from the historic lane once lined with cobblers and leather workshops in the 1800s. The original café still features reclaimed 18-foot timber floorboards over 150 years old, salvaged from a nearby warehouse, giving the space its warm and characterful feel. Shoe Lane serves single origin espresso, filter coffee, and cold brew, all roasted in house using its own beans, alongside buttery croissants, peanut butter squares, toasties, artisan sausage rolls, and many other locally sourced cakes and treats. The cafés are lively, welcoming spaces filled with music, conversation, and people lingering over coffee. Open from 6:30am on weekdays, Shoe Lane now has locations on Tara Street, in Dún Laoghaire, and in Dalkey, with an exciting new city-centre location opening soon… All locations are dog friendly, with dogs welcome downstairs only in the Tara Street café. Toasties and sausage rolls are available exclusively in Dún Laoghaire.

A specialty café on Barrack Street in Armagh that opened in March 2022 with a simple vision, a place to feel at home for a while. The focus is on the story behind each coffee, from the farm to the cup, served alongside freshly baked goods made in house. Warm, welcoming and community minded with a second location in Belfast. A coffee experience worth taking a detour for. You can thank us later.

The Belfast outpost of the much-loved Armagh specialty café, situated just opposite Queens University Students Union on Elmwood Avenue. Spacious and welcoming with espresso and filter options alongside freshly baked goods made in house. The same warm community atmosphere that made the Armagh original worth the detour.

A specialty café and roastery on Tuckey Street in Cork city centre, open since 2017. They roast their own beans on site on Giesen drum roasters, sourcing directly from sustainable farms worldwide. The name comes from an ancient Vedic word for the 'drink of the gods'. A fitting for a place that takes coffee this seriously. Pet friendly, outdoor seating and open seven days a week. Check out their website and fantastic blog too.

A specialty café on Frankfield Road in Cork with a near perfect rating. A neighbourhood gem, well off the beaten track but very much worth the trip for serious coffee drinkers on the south side of the city.

A specialty coffee on the Clontarf seafront. Open daily from early morning for coffee, breakfast and lunch. Dog friendly, plus outdoor seating that catches the coastal views. A second location has opened in the Docklands at Grand Canal Dock. One of Clontarf's best loved coffee spots.

Ireland's first Mexican owned specialty coffee shop, on Bridge Street in Gort, Co. Galway, inside a 200 year old building that once housed M. Barry's shop. Opened by Annie De la Riva, who trained at renowned cafés in Mexico City before bringing her vision to the west of Ireland. The signature Mexican Mocha and pour over options showcase a rotating selection of beans roasted in collaboration with Irish roasters. Cold brew mocktails and desserts from a local pastry chef round out the menu. One of the most original and unexpected specialty coffee spots in the country. We particularly love the old stove and concrete countertops in the space.

The second Cork location of The Bookshelf, inside the landmark Elysian building on Eglinton Street. Table reservations available making it one of the few specialty cafés in Ireland where you can book ahead. Same commitment to The Barn Berlin coffee and seasonal food as the South Mall original.

A specialty café and brunch spot on the South Mall in Cork city serving coffee from The Barn in Berlin, one of Europe's most respected specialty roasters. Seasonal food menu built around fresh local produce, with a warm bookshelf lined interior that makes it easy to stay for hours.

The Kerry outpost of The Bookshelf, bringing The Barn Berlin coffee and a seasonal brunch menu to Tralee. The same warm bookshelf lined atmosphere as the Cork originals, with locally sourced food and specialty coffee done properly.

A specialty café in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, serving 3fe as house coffee alongside a rotating selection of guest roasters. The food menu takes an Australian influenced approach with an Irish twist, comfort food made properly, from in-house bakes to a brunch menu worth making a trip for. Already building a strong reputation as the destination coffee spot in Donegal.

A specialty coffee shop on Bridge Street in Banbridge, run by owners Steve and Rebecca who have built a warm and friendly atmosphere that keeps people coming back. Consistently rated the best coffee in the area with a strong retail selection of beans for home brewing and fresh bakes from local bakeries. Espresso and filter done properly in a cosy, inviting space.

The Highwayman Coffee in Belfast is a highly recommended specialty coffee spot that’s often praised for its commitment to quality coffee and consistently strong reputation among visitors. While it hasn’t been visited personally yet, it’s firmly on the list for a next trip, especially given the café’s striking interiors that make it a real visual highlight. Their Instagram also reflects a clear focus on craft coffee and attention to detail.

A new arrival in Dundrum, Tipperary serving Roasted Brown beans - one of the best roasters in Ireland. A match made in Heaven for a café that takes coffee seriously. The team here know what they're doing and it shows in every cup. If you find yourself in Tipperary, this is well worth going out of your way for. One of those places that makes you glad you looked up from Google Maps.

A single origin coffee bar and brunch spot with three locations across Wexford, serving Roasted Brown, quietly becoming one of our favourites among Irish roasters. Perfectly extracted espresso served alongside an extensive brunch menu, with gluten free and vegan options throughout and a pastry collection that regulars rave about, especially the cinnamon buns. Consistently named among the best coffee in Wexford and a strong contender for the best in the south east.

A single origin coffee bar and brunch spot with three locations across Wexford, serving Roasted Brown, quietly becoming one of our favourites among Irish roasters. Perfectly extracted espresso served alongside an extensive brunch menu, with gluten free and vegan options throughout and a pastry collection that regulars rave about, especially the cinnamon buns. Consistently named among the best coffee in Wexford and a strong contender for the best in the south east

A specialty café with three locations across Cork — Grand Parade in the city centre, Carrigaline and Douglas Court. Rotating single origin beans sourced from ethical farms across the coffee growing world, brewed with precision and without pretension. Whether you're after an espresso or a filter the focus is always on quality in the cup. One of the most consistent specialty coffee experiences in Cork.

A drive-through specialty coffee container at Windy Arbour in Dundrum 14. Thru The Green Coffee was founded by Kiz and Jonny who were inspired by the Australian drive-through coffee culture. Serving Roasted Brown coffee alongside Bread 41 pastries and homemade treats. Dog friendly with puppuccinos available.

Founded by Adam McMenamin after years in Melbourne's specialty coffee scene, Two Fifty Square brought that same obsession back to Dublin. An in-house roastery, wholesale operation and neighbourhood café all under one roof. The goal was simple: make it easier to get a genuinely great cup in the city.

A neighbourhood café on Francis Street in Dublin 8 serving specialty coffee, seasonal food and homemade pastries from their in-house Bold Boy Bakery. They've since expanded to a second location in Fairview, and their natural wine bar Notions operates from the same Francis Street site in the evenings.

A specialty coffee shop just off the main drag in Waterford city, named for its spot under the old courthouse clock. Known locally for consistently well-pulled coffee, oat cappuccinos and acai bowls, with a small outdoor seating area and free WiFi that makes it a regular stop for students and remote workers. Friendly, hands-on service from the owners has built a loyal following. A genuine local favourite rather than a tourist spot, though worth the short walk off the main street.

Vice Coffee Inc. was born in 2013. A multi-roaster coffee bar located within WIGWAM just off O’ Connell Street in Dublin City centre. They boast a rotating cast of Irish and international roasters, brilliant Irish coffees, coffee cocktails, and hands-on tasting classes. This is one of Dublin’s most exciting spots for coffee lovers.

A new arrival on George's Quay from the team behind As One, including Paddy Kirk who wrote 'The Dublin Coffee Guide.' Inspired by coffee shops in Copenhagen, New York and Berlin, it shows. Clean and considered with serious coffee in a calm, riverside space. The playlist is always good and the latte art is consistently impressive.

A small specialty café on Dorset Street Upper in Dublin's north inner city. Relaxed neighbourhood vibe with a focus on quality coffee and a warm welcome.