Our favourite breakfast spots around Dublin …
Whether you’re team virtuous, full fry or something with chilli before 10am, these six spots make a strong case for getting dressed, going out and eating breakfast properly. The only real problem? Choosing just one …
The Cake Café, Dublin 2
Back under new ownership and very much finding its groove again, The Cake Café is a little morning haven. The standout Toast Special is the kind of plate that hits every note: beetroot hummus on toast, pico de gallo, feta, a softly poached egg, pickled onion, chives and hazelnut dukkah that’s colourful, generous and genuinely satisfying. Come hungry, stay longer than planned. @thecakecafedublin
Balfes at The Westbury, Dublin 2
Balfes is a reliable all-rounder for mornings when you want options and atmosphere. The breakfast menu balances virtuous and indulgent nicely, from flaky pastries to the lighter, feel-good BodyByrne options for anyone pretending to be healthy before noon. It suits both early meetings and long, leisurely catch-ups, with good coffee and people-watching baked into the experience. @balfesdublin
Alma, Dublin 2
For those who like their mornings savoury and a little bit bold, Alma’s breakfast options, and particularly the ragu on toast, are quietly brilliant. It’s unfussy, deeply satisfying food, the sort of savoury plate that makes you sit back and wonder why all breakfasts can’t be this good. Great coffee, relaxed energy and a menu that rewards early starts. @alma.dublin
The Pepper Pot Café, Dublin 2
An old favourite that still delivers, The Pepper Pot is all about comforting breakfasts done properly. The baking is excellent, the eggs are reliable, and the sausage sambo is exactly what it should be: no-nonsense, deeply satisfying and best eaten slowly with a strong coffee. Casual, welcoming and ideal for slow mornings. @thepepperpotcafe
Two Boys Brew, Dublin 7
Two Boys Brew does breakfast with a bit of attitude, with inventive plates, seasonal twists and coffee that’s taken seriously. The avocado toast with pepita peanut crunch is a standout, all texture and flavour, and a great example of how they make simple things quietly brilliant. Ideal for weekend mornings that roll gently into lunch. @twoboysbrew
Bibi’s Café, Dublin 8
If you’re in the mood for something a little different, Bibi’s Turkish eggs, or squash eggs, are reason alone to make the trip. Creamy garlicky yoghurt, chilli butter and perfectly cooked eggs come together in a way that feels indulgent without being heavy, while the rest of the menu leans bright, fresh and full of flavour. A lovely shout for anyone bored of the usual brunch suspects. A word of advice, don’t skip the peanut butter brownies. @bibiscafe