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Food was amazing and service was kind and nice. Definitely a must breakfast spot! They serve all day breakfast!
Average croque in downtown Dublin, sandwich was okay but a nice outdoor seating bare to relax after a morning of walking around
Cute little cafe in the Dublin area located close to a lot of tourist sights. It has a very classic, old school vibe. Service was quick and friendly. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Me and two friends dined here for breakfast. Their mighty metro breakfast was very good, and included a pot of Irish breakfast tea or coffee. The pork and black pepper sausages were very tasty, and overly greasy. I loved that they utilize free range eggs--this is not something we get as a given in the US. The eggs were light and fluffy, and you were able to order them scrambled or fried. One of my friends ordered the smoked salmon bagel, which also included tea or coffee. The smoked salmon was delicious, and they were very generous with the portion of fish. Both breakfast items that we tried were well cooked, and very savory. The portions were a nice size, and the breakfast was very filling. If I find myself in Dublin again I will certainly come back for a traditional Irish breakfast!
We were staying at a nearby hotel during our honeymoon and the hostess there recommended Metro for breakfast. Glad we went (twice!). I got the Metro Special and my husband got the Mighty Metro. Both were amazing, as was the fresh squeezed OJ. We wish we could eat there every week! Will definitely be going back if we travel back to Dublin.
Where do you want to be on a fine sunny day in Dublin? Right smack where it's buzzing and bright! The Metro Cafe is located on a corner where the sunshine - when it shines - eats up all the sidewalk diners. I love it! Order the platter of cheese, meats, and olives along with a bottle of wine and you are set for the afternoon. Furthermore, the service is fantastic and everyone is so happy, happy, happy ... especially if the sun is shining! There's something about it that reminds me of NYC or my City by the Bay, San Francisco. Head over there and grab a table outside and you'll see what I mean...
To start my review off: the staff here are great (or more specifically, the brown-haired American waitress is particularly great; so refreshingly friendly and helpful!) The décor is a mixture between Parisian Bistro and slightly neglected Dublin cafe.. so it definitely has a certain "je ne sais quoi", but could probably do with a bit of a spruce up. I liked the way they follow through with their Parisian vibes by referring to a latte as "Cafe au Lait" on their menu. They seemed to put a certain american twist on it though as it was brought out in a whopper bowl-of-a-mug vessel. I got a croissant, asking for tomato and cheese instead of ham and cheese. The croissant was nice (potentially could have been fresher??) but I was slightly outraged when I saw that I had been charged an extra euro for asking for tomato instead of ham. Really?! REALLY?!! I just feel something as small as that surely does not require additional charges? Sure sure "it's only a euro" I hear you mutter with eyes raised to heaven, but that's not the point. It was unnecessary and left a scowl on my face as that lovely waitress bid me farewell -and she deserved more than that god dammit!!!
Great for locals. Small and quaint. Limited menu. New server had difficulty getting eggs done hard correct. Food was adequate.
After finding this review on yelp, I figured it was the place to hit up for breakfast. Fellow yelpers, you did not disappoint. First off, the map here on yelp mobile lies a bit. You actually want to walk more away from Wicklow St. Not much of a walk, but just keep that in mind. So the breakfast here is served all day. My dad got the Metro Special for around€6.50. It was a hearty plate of eggs, bacon, and two pancakes. This was definitely a steal compared to what I've seen from other cages. I got the sausage sandwich for around €7. It was a healthy tasting meal that was large enough to fill me up. My mom got the cheese and ham croissant for €5. It looked a little small, but it was filling according to her. The best part of it was the coffee. The cappuccino and mochacino were downright bangin' as both my mom and dad out it. I went with regular black coffee and was happily surprised with the amount of flavor! All in all, a great stop for cheap breakfast that is of good quality. Great people too!
Since one of my favourite places to hang out closed down recently I've been spending a lot of time back in The Metro Cafe. Coffee is good, they have soy milk! They can make majority of the menu gluten free which is always a plus and the staff are super lovely. The only downside is if you're a lover of sitting outside and people watching the heaters are broken but that's nothing that can't be fixed by the super soft red blankets that are on most chairs.
I was brought here by a friend who probably spent more time at Metro Cafe than at Trinity during her university days. She is a huge fan of the establishment that enabled her to sit for hours on end, playscript in one hand, lukewarm coffee in the other, contemplating the difficulties involved with staging a production of 'The Rivals' as a 2-hander. That said, I needed to see for myself. Metro Cafe has a wonderful atmosphere, and is most certainly a place one could find oneself in for the better part of an afternoon. My friend and I definitely took our time over lunch and coffee. Coffee was lovely, but lunch was not quite so lovely. Mine was the bruschetta, and hers was a chicken panini. I am a big fan of the bruschetta as a general rule. I love the taste of fresh, lightly grilled ciabatta bathed in authentic Italian olive oil, mixed with pesto and fresh tomatoes. Metro Cafe's version of the bruschetta was something different. Bland, undercooked ciabatta, flavourless olive oil (suspiciously reminiscent of the Tesco variety), average tomatoes and not even a hint of the most important ingredient - pesto!! Despite the below average food, the service was great and we had an enjoyable time at Metro Cafe. I would venture there again (if only for a coffee or three).
This place was pretty average at best. I found it quite cramped inside and really packed on a Saturday, but the staff were quite friendly and efficient despite the cafe being so busy. The food was pretty decent, I ordered the smoked salmon salad and my mom got the buttermilk pancakes which ok, nothing special. However, they burnt one side of the pancakes which wasn't good. The prices are really reasonable, around €8~11 per meal. There's also a decent wine list. I'd say this cafe is better on sunny days when you can sit outside. Overall, reasonably priced breakfast/ lunch spot with quick service and a good selection of sandwiches, salads and mains.
Metro Café will always bring in more customers than the other coffee shops across the street because of its outdoor seating area. Located on the corner of South William and Chatham, customers of this café are always treated to some afternoon rays. Besides the prime location, the food is tasty too. Like other coffee shops, it serves sandwiches, soups and toasties. But Metro Café lets you choose your own bread, from wholegrain to croissant, and the portions are reasonable too. When it comes to coffee, they have all your basic choices: latte, americano, cappuccino, etc. They make a nice brew. Prices match those found in other city centre cafés, but I would go here instead of elsewhere. You walk away from your lunch feeling healthy and relaxed.
19 days ago
Reasonably priced and friendly service. Ordered food and received it quickly. I had the spaghetti carbonara. My ladyfriend had the goat cheese salad. A nice hoppy beer topped it off. Sat outside on the porch. Definitely worth a look. read more
6 months ago
This cafe has indoor and outdoor seating. Inside, the tables are small and close together. Had 2 meals here. For breakfast had fried egg with multigrain toast. The bread was quite nice. The mocha coffee was especially good. The second meal was lunch and I had the Brie and steak sandwich with horseradish sauce. I had asked if the beef was sliced and she said yes but it was more in chunks and not so easy to eat for me. The taste was nice though. It's a good place for a quick meal and all staff were pleasant and helpful. I would go again read more
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Food was really good here. Reminds me of a diner type of food. Breakfast served almost all day. Service was quick. Cute and clean inside. read more
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4 years ago
Average croque in downtown Dublin, sandwich was okay but a nice outdoor seating bare to relax after a morning of walking around read more
8 years ago
Cute little cafe in the Dublin area located close to a lot of tourist sights. It has a very classic, old school vibe. Service was quick and friendly. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Me and two friends dined here for breakfast. Their mighty metro breakfast was very good, and included a pot of Irish breakfast tea or coffee. The pork and black pepper sausages were very tasty, and overly greasy. I loved that they utilize free range eggs--this is not something we get as a given in the US. The eggs were light and fluffy, and you were able to order them scrambled or fried. One of my friends ordered the smoked salmon bagel, which also included tea or coffee. The smoked salmon was delicious, and they were very generous with the portion of fish. Both breakfast items that we tried were well cooked, and very savory. The portions were a nice size, and the breakfast was very filling. If I find myself in Dublin again I will certainly come back for a traditional Irish breakfast! read more
7 years ago
We were staying at a nearby hotel during our honeymoon and the hostess there recommended Metro for breakfast. Glad we went (twice!). I got the Metro Special and my husband got the Mighty Metro. Both were amazing, as was the fresh squeezed OJ. We wish we could eat there every week! Will definitely be going back if we travel back to Dublin. read more
Where do you want to be on a fine sunny day in Dublin? Right smack where it's buzzing and bright! The Metro Cafe is located on a corner where the sunshine - when it shines - eats up all the sidewalk diners. I love it! Order the platter of cheese, meats, and olives along with a bottle of wine and you are set for the afternoon. Furthermore, the service is fantastic and everyone is so happy, happy, happy ... especially if the sun is shining! There's something about it that reminds me of NYC or my City by the Bay, San Francisco. Head over there and grab a table outside and you'll see what I mean... read more
12 years ago
To start my review off: the staff here are great (or more specifically, the brown-haired American waitress is particularly great; so refreshingly friendly and helpful!) The décor is a mixture between Parisian Bistro and slightly neglected Dublin cafe.. so it definitely has a certain "je ne sais quoi", but could probably do with a bit of a spruce up. I liked the way they follow through with their Parisian vibes by referring to a latte as "Cafe au Lait" on their menu. They seemed to put a certain american twist on it though as it was brought out in a whopper bowl-of-a-mug vessel. I got a croissant, asking for tomato and cheese instead of ham and cheese. The croissant was nice (potentially could have been fresher??) but I was slightly outraged when I saw that I had been charged an extra euro for asking for tomato instead of ham. Really?! REALLY?!! I just feel something as small as that surely does not require additional charges? Sure sure "it's only a euro" I hear you mutter with eyes raised to heaven, but that's not the point. It was unnecessary and left a scowl on my face as that lovely waitress bid me farewell -and she deserved more than that god dammit!!! read more
7 years ago
Great for locals. Small and quaint. Limited menu. New server had difficulty getting eggs done hard correct. Food was adequate. read more
8 years ago
13 years ago
After finding this review on yelp, I figured it was the place to hit up for breakfast. Fellow yelpers, you did not disappoint. First off, the map here on yelp mobile lies a bit. You actually want to walk more away from Wicklow St. Not much of a walk, but just keep that in mind. So the breakfast here is served all day. My dad got the Metro Special for around€6.50. It was a hearty plate of eggs, bacon, and two pancakes. This was definitely a steal compared to what I've seen from other cages. I got the sausage sandwich for around €7. It was a healthy tasting meal that was large enough to fill me up. My mom got the cheese and ham croissant for €5. It looked a little small, but it was filling according to her. The best part of it was the coffee. The cappuccino and mochacino were downright bangin' as both my mom and dad out it. I went with regular black coffee and was happily surprised with the amount of flavor! All in all, a great stop for cheap breakfast that is of good quality. Great people too! read more
10 years ago
Since one of my favourite places to hang out closed down recently I've been spending a lot of time back in The Metro Cafe. Coffee is good, they have soy milk! They can make majority of the menu gluten free which is always a plus and the staff are super lovely. The only downside is if you're a lover of sitting outside and people watching the heaters are broken but that's nothing that can't be fixed by the super soft red blankets that are on most chairs. read more
12 years ago
17 years ago
I was brought here by a friend who probably spent more time at Metro Cafe than at Trinity during her university days. She is a huge fan of the establishment that enabled her to sit for hours on end, playscript in one hand, lukewarm coffee in the other, contemplating the difficulties involved with staging a production of 'The Rivals' as a 2-hander. That said, I needed to see for myself. Metro Cafe has a wonderful atmosphere, and is most certainly a place one could find oneself in for the better part of an afternoon. My friend and I definitely took our time over lunch and coffee. Coffee was lovely, but lunch was not quite so lovely. Mine was the bruschetta, and hers was a chicken panini. I am a big fan of the bruschetta as a general rule. I love the taste of fresh, lightly grilled ciabatta bathed in authentic Italian olive oil, mixed with pesto and fresh tomatoes. Metro Cafe's version of the bruschetta was something different. Bland, undercooked ciabatta, flavourless olive oil (suspiciously reminiscent of the Tesco variety), average tomatoes and not even a hint of the most important ingredient - pesto!! Despite the below average food, the service was great and we had an enjoyable time at Metro Cafe. I would venture there again (if only for a coffee or three). read more
This place was pretty average at best. I found it quite cramped inside and really packed on a Saturday, but the staff were quite friendly and efficient despite the cafe being so busy. The food was pretty decent, I ordered the smoked salmon salad and my mom got the buttermilk pancakes which ok, nothing special. However, they burnt one side of the pancakes which wasn't good. The prices are really reasonable, around €8~11 per meal. There's also a decent wine list. I'd say this cafe is better on sunny days when you can sit outside. Overall, reasonably priced breakfast/ lunch spot with quick service and a good selection of sandwiches, salads and mains. read more
17 years ago
Metro Café will always bring in more customers than the other coffee shops across the street because of its outdoor seating area. Located on the corner of South William and Chatham, customers of this café are always treated to some afternoon rays. Besides the prime location, the food is tasty too. Like other coffee shops, it serves sandwiches, soups and toasties. But Metro Café lets you choose your own bread, from wholegrain to croissant, and the portions are reasonable too. When it comes to coffee, they have all your basic choices: latte, americano, cappuccino, etc. They make a nice brew. Prices match those found in other city centre cafés, but I would go here instead of elsewhere. You walk away from your lunch feeling healthy and relaxed. read more
So I know I'm a little late to the picnic reviewing this staple of South William Street but I had a wonderful afternoon in the sunshine dining here and wanted to share. This place is very busy so it was a rare occasion for me that I got a seat outside in the sun with ease. The staff are so helpful and friendly and if you look at the pic I uploaded it was a no brainer what I ordered off the menu. Delish Buttermilk fluffy pancakes (Golden syrup which I personally dislike optional) Cripy bacon, Loads of fluffy scrambled eggs and to top it off ballymaloe relish.Just all general deliciousness. and for the amazing price of €7.95 which is a rare find in the ol expensive eateries around Dublin especially on the charasmatic South William Street. I wopuld definitely recommend this place in very high regard for Breakfast/brunch/lunch!! read more
13 years ago
I had the Irish beef stew outside and the service and food are good! But if you like a good coffee... Well it's really awful.. I had an expresso and even with sugar it tasted really bad. But will definitely come back to eat! read more
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The Metro cafe is the coffee king of cafes in Dublin. it boasts an ecclectic mix of young, old, tourists and locals; some famous some not so famous. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed twisted with a good urbane vibe and its loyality with the locals simply tribal. The Metro is the Brainchild of Niall and Eileen Kavanagh who have built this little mighty empire from scratch when they returned from New York over a decade ago bringing with them that Big Apple essence. Their passion for good coffee is obvious and the food is daily fresh, but what makes this the king of Dublin coffee society is the the warm welcoming atmosphere of the staff and locals. read more
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