This is the cutest little place in Limerick and I'm ashamed by how long it took me to get around to…read moreit. My favourite place to go for a saturday catch up with my friends and I've seen many people here with a book or laptop and there's no rush at all if you want to hang out for hours. Loads of choice for coffee and hot chocolate though I stick to my usual most of the time. Some lovely cakes and things here too, all that I've tried have been lovely. I also really appreciate it as a place where you can see leaflets, flyers and posters for some of the more creative and alternative things going on in Limerick.

Finally went and tried out this place after hearing for so long how good it was. It did not…read moredisappoint! I'm in love! Not only is it a cute quirky place but the staff are lovely and I had one of the best hot chocolates in my life! Terry's Chocolate Orange on top on that! Need to go back soon!

Stopped into Lir Cafe while in Killarney and was so pleasantly surprised by their vegan options!…read more The owner was incredibly kind and gave off the best authentic Irish vibes -- warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. It made the whole experience feel special. The coffee was absolutely delicious. My flat white with coconut milk was done perfectly -- smooth, rich, and beautifully balanced. Honestly one of the best I've had in Ireland. And the desserts... wow. The lemon cake was perfectly sweet (not overpowering at all), and the chocolate coconut tart was simply supreme. If you're looking for great vegan treats and fantastic coffee in Killarney, this spot is a must-visit!

Once upon a time, this Faerie Queen fell in love with this quaint cafe. The chocolate (try the…read morebanofee!), the toasties (perfect for a bite when a whole meal is not needed), and of course the coffees! Small, lively place full of staff who are in happy spirits. Love! The end.

This is a wonderful local spot for lunch or tea. I cannot recommend it enough. The service is great…read moreand usually a local young person. The interior is cozy but not cluttered. The sun patio is gorgeous and full of flowers. The baked goods are made in house and are so so delicious. The soup of the day is always delightful and the sandwiches and quiches are perfect. The little carrot salad on the side is a treat. I come here every time I come to Ireland and have for 12 years. If you are visiting the area, don't miss it.

This is a beautiful tea room set on the harbor in the picturesque village of Ballyvaughan. The…read morefront of the building faces the water and the rear faces a walled garden. Inside the tea room is finished in modern Irish decor. This was a lovely place to stop for tea and a snack. They serve tea, coffee and other drinks, plus an assortment of pastries and cakes. We ordered tea for two and shared a single piece of coconut cake with a sable crust that was topped with a lemon custard sauce. The tea and cake were very good.

We needed a coffee break while walking around the Galway area. This is off the main street into an…read morealley so it was kinda hidden. The menu looks great so I decided to have brunch even though I already had breakfast. I got a latte, strawberry pancakes and a raisin scone. You order at the counter and they will bring the food to your table. I'm normally not a pancake person, but when I saw other customers eating it I was craving some all of a sudden. They were fluffy and scrumptious. The scone was a tad try but not bad with the butter it came with. The hot latte was perfect on that one cold day we visited. If only I hadn't already had breakfast, I think I would have ordered even more food.

This is such a very chic cafe. It is very hidden just off the main street at the end of a dark…read morealley and Voila!!!! I've ordered a very soothing Hot Chai Tea Latte with just enough spice to have the flavour but not over powering. I've also tried 3 different cakes. My favourite is the chocolate brownie where they warm it up for you another good choice is the Rocky Road. As I've arrived before closing and wasn't able to try their sandwich. The service was great, as you ordered at the counter and they will bring everything and serve it on your table so you get to enjoy the time in the cafe with buddies, read your book or browse online with free Wi-Fi.

Poor experience, and the only reason it is not a one star rating is the waitress was very nice, and…read moreapologised profusely. We've been there in the past and had a range of options for a gluten free meal, and this time it had changed drastically for the worse. Only eggs or gluten free toast was available, and they wouldn't even make their French toast with the gluten free bread they had. Any flexibility on their part would have salvaged the the meal, but that was not to be.

Unbelievably friendly and warm staff. Food is great, very expansive menu with a lot of healthy…read moreoptions. But a lot of bold options too! Nice coffee, great atmosphere. I always bring friends here when they come to visit!

Lovely little spot for coffee (and I only spotted afterwards that they did waffles that looked…read moreyummy!). The server was very nice, I had a soy mocha and my boyfriend had a cappuccino. They were delicious. It was clean and efficient.

I just wanted to grab a coffee. Walking up the street there were restaurants left and right... so…read morewhere to go? I chose the Carlton Coffee because it looked fresh and friendly and inviting. There are a few seats around the bar to sit down. But mostly it's grab and go. The coffee was good but the scone was even better! Would totally come back here...!

Wi-fi is open but does not work. Coffee was great, also service was great, food was ok. Ambiance…read morealso seemed good but it was under construction.

Did you know there are 23,768 Starbucks around the world? Oh wait...now there's 23,769. They pop up…read moreevery 3 minutes and 47 seconds. OK, I made that part up. 23,770. And did you know that Starbucks first bought their coffee beans from Peet's? That part is true. Now everyone knows the first Starbucks was opened in Seatlle on Pike Place in 1971, and that milestone is celebrated in this piece of corporate art (photo: http://bit.ly/2nrqNK4). 23,771. So Jamie W. and I found ourselves in the main shopping area of Limerick and just finished a couple of small pizzas at Bella Italia (review: http://bit.ly/2oQkhg2). A little coffee would be nice before our long road trip to Galway. So what I love about the Irish is how unfettered they are about their friendly dispositions. I have never felt one-quarter of the genuine warmth at a stateside Starbucks, especially in San Francisco where cynicism is seen as a badge of cool. 23,772. This is a spacious one by the chain's standards with a lot of seating much of it occupied by locals with their laptops (photo: http://bit.ly/2ojy4e9). I ordered a €4.45 Grande-size Pumpkin Spice Latte (photo: http://bit.ly/2nri7Ds), and sure enough, it tasted the same as the one down the street from me back home. Corporate standards, y'know. 23,773. So the four stars is a tribute to the warmth of the Irish and a latte that satisfied my desire for sweetened caffeine. Not so much for Starbucks. 23,774. COFFEE - 3.5 stars...the latte you come to expect from Starbucks AMBIANCE - 4 stars...more spacious than usual...oh and a place to recharge my iPhone SERVICE - 4.5 stars...charmers, they are TOTAL - 4 stars...it's Starbucks after all...23,775

I went to Petit Paris yesterday with my girlfriend. We both pass by it often enough but have yet to…read moretry it even though it's been there for quite some time now. As we walked in, there came a beautiful aroma of food and coffee, I already felt like this place was going to be nice. It is quite petit in there however they have used the space really well and there's a welcoming vibe in there. We only came for a coffee and perhaps a scone/crossiant but after looking at the menu I was intrigued to taste some of the food. I was pleased to see quite a few vegetarian options on the menu like the veggie breakfast and vegetarian lasagne along with some veggie sandwiches and much more. It was just unfortunate that I had already eaten, so I wasn't too hungry. I figured next time, so I just got myself a coffee and a waffle with caramel syrup and cream (very French). The waffle was really nice and there was a nice richness to my coffee. There was a cool atmosphere and staff in Petit Paris, I will update my review after I have eaten there, I look fair ward to it.

Le Croque Monsieur (for when I'm feeling bold) Or…read moreLa Croque Madame. Favourites! I always enjoy going here. It can get busy at lunch times. Lots of office workers come here on weekdays too.

What a lovely friendly family run Coffee venue. I had a scone right out of the oven!…read more Brought home some jam.... Ireland to CA.... Mmmm

Lovely local cafe with freshly sourced ingredients and homemade baked goods. Benefits local meals…read moreon wheels program. My partner and I had a delicious breakfast. I had eggs, sausage, and brown bread. He had brioche French Toast and bacon. Forget about your hotel buffet; drive 4 km into the village for this gem!

Really cute brunch spot with friendly staff! Split the veggie breakfast plate and a cinnamon roll…read more Veggie plate hit the spot- tomatoes and mushrooms were delicious. Cinnamon roll was a tad sweet for my liking (had icing and powdered sugar), but the vanilla whipped cream was fresh and delicious!

Cute and cozy place, welcoming staff and great food. I ordered the buttery breakfast, it came with…read more2 fried eggs, sausage, ham, beans, b&w pudding, potato, seasoned mushrooms and bread.