Dublin’s Coffee Culture: More Than Just a Caffeine Fix
Dublin isn’t only about Guinness—it’s also home to one of Europe’s most exciting coffee cultures. In recent years, the city has embraced speciality coffee and quality food, with cafés that combine excellent brews with creative, flavourful menus.
At Delicious Dublin Tours, we love showcasing Dublin’s evolving food scene, and no foodie adventure would be complete without a great coffee stop. Here are our top picks for the best coffee shops in Dublin for food lovers.
The Best Coffee Shops in Dublin
3fe (Third Floor Espresso) – Dublin’s Speciality Coffee Pioneer
📍 Multiple locations
No list of Dublin’s best coffee shops is complete without 3fe. Often credited with kick-starting the city’s speciality coffee movement, 3fe has several locations across Dublin and is renowned for its quality brews. Their food menu is just as strong—think avocado toast, pancakes, hearty sandwiches, and indulgent pastries that pair perfectly with their coffee.
Vice Coffee Inc – Home of the Best Irish Coffee in Dublin
📍 Abbey Street Middle
We love Vice Coffee and have been bringing our tour groups here for years. Tom and his team serve some of the best brews in the city, but what makes them stand out are their unique coffee and tea cocktails. Their “Fancy Frankie” Irish coffee won Best Irish Coffee at the Dublin Whiskey Festival. With three Irish coffees on the menu, plus spiked hot chocolate and an espresso martini, it’s a true original. If you’re hungry, try their toasties or a thick slice of banana bread slathered in Irish butter.
Two Boys Brew – Melbourne-Inspired Café in Phibsborough
📍 Phibsborough
Inspired by Melbourne’s café culture, Two Boys Brew has become a must-visit for brunch and speciality coffee in Dublin. The menu is full of foodie favourites: avocado toast with flair, a delicious breakfast bap, and pulled pork toast. Add expertly brewed coffee, and it’s no wonder food lovers flock here.
Two Pups Coffee – A Laid-Back Foodie Favourite
📍 Francis Street, Dublin 8
Nestled in The Liberties, Two Pups Coffee has a devoted following thanks to its warm vibe, excellent coffee, and inventive food. From shakshuka to mushrooms on toast, it’s a perfect weekend spot for foodies. They also run their own bakery and, in the evenings, transform into a casual wine bar serving small plates.
Proper Order Coffee Co. – For Serious Coffee Drinkers
📍 Haymarket, Smithfield
Proper Order Coffee Co. is a temple for coffee purists. Every cup is brewed with care and precision, and their pastry game is just as strong thanks to their sister business, No Messin’ Bakery. Don’t miss the Almond Frankie (a signature favourite) or the Friday doughnuts. Seasonal pastries often make an appearance, making every visit a little different.
Cloud Picker Café – Dublin’s Local Roasters
📍 Pearse Street
Run by one of Dublin’s first micro-roasteries, Cloud Picker is a small but stylish café on Pearse Street. Alongside their beautifully roasted coffee, they serve pastries and sweet treats from local suppliers. For foodies, this is the perfect spot to taste coffee roasted right here in Dublin.
Final Sip
From 3fe’s legendary brews to Two Boys Brew’s Melbourne-inspired dishes, Dublin’s café culture is thriving. The city’s coffee shops aren’t just places to grab a caffeine fix—they’re where food and coffee come together to celebrate local flavour, creativity, and community.
Want to taste more of Dublin? Join us on one of our Food Tours of Dublin, where we explore hidden cafés, bustling markets, and the very best bites the city has to offer.
