Maynooth's own little hipster coffee shop underdog. It's a small wonder though, great coffee, tasty…read morenibbles and a very relaxed atmosphere. I can't put into words how good the coffee is, in the same league as 3FE or Fixx. I suppose the only downside is the size, there's only about ten seats in the place. On the other hand, there's nothing like having your coffee under the watchful eyes of Omar Little and Walter White!

When you think of coffee in Ireland, most people think of Coffee Angel, 3FE, Roasted Brown and…read moreother chains. Yet, just outside Dublin, is this gem. Now called Atlas Unit 1 and run by Adam, this is one of the finest coffee shops I've ever visited. A wonderful aroma of the coffee hits you when you open the door. Adam loves to talk coffee and his passion is infectious. He also sources his cakes from the genius that is Wildflour Bakery. Soups and sandwiches are also of the highest quality. Brilliant.

This is such a cute, aesthetically pleasing cafe. The mint and pink color scheme isn't for…read moreeveryone, but it's still a plush and cozy spot. The patio seating out back is right next to the canal, so you can enjoy waterfront views with your lunch. My boyfriend ordered the steak baguette special while I had the avocado toast, which was served with a side of rashers and potatoes. Everything was excellent, but I wish we would've saved room for dessert. There are a number of gorgeous pastries and cakes in the bakery case up front. The service was quick and friendly, with the staff making sure to check on outdoor tables frequently.

Fast service Delicious food , good variety, soup to die for…read moreLively environment Positive attitudes Clean everywhere

This little cafe/bistro is open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I've only had breakfast…read more Tea was lovely quality, the sausages, rashers and puddings were very good quality and the breakfast well cooked. The ambience was lovely and quiet. Seating at the front seems quite restricted at first but opens out at the back into a large space. There were complimentary newspapers and the staff were lovely. Very nice experience!

Excellent food. We stumbled on this place for lunch and it was superb. Staff were super friendly,…read morefood was great portions. Had the apple crumble for desert and the soup for starter, it was very refreshing.

This place is a real gem!! Anytime I'm in Ireland, I have to go to Willow and Wild! The food is…read morewonderful, the coffees are delicious and sweet, and the service is phenomenal. The people here are sweet, kind, and very accommodating. It's a really cute place as well. I highly recommend!

Lots of cakes, just like the name suggests! They have lots…read moreof yummy looking and fancy sweet things to offer that will definitely tempt you, so beware :P The place is very popular and nearly always packed, we here in Maynooth love our cakes. You can get savoury food as well here but sure people normally just eat cakes. There is an upmarket feel to the place and it is a bit pricey. Good place if you feel like treating yourself though.

I am a big fan of Bon Bon!…read more It has a super cute interior - (Pastel antique/vintage - I suppose) Teas come in ornate tea cup and saucer and are all different designs which is really charming. Today I had the small Irish breakfast - it was nice (but a bit cold) with high quality produce (black & white pudding is always a dead give away) I find its just enough and you don't feel like your over indulging. I'm not crazy on the french brioche toast. When I had it it was just like eating cold brioche that had been brushed with a bit of egg.. I prefer to have my french toast hot and well 'soaked'. I've been here so many times for Breakfast and lunch - I'd recommend both. For lunch Everything I've had has been good - Soup, cheese tartlets, wraps..etc. They also do a 'Operation Transformation' lunch menu when the programme is on - if your watching your diet ;) Everything time I've been here the food has always been good and I will always go back. Service is good and the girls there are very attentive, friendly and most importantly helpful. They also have a selection of gluten free treats and dishes. Always a plus!

This is one of my favourite places to pick up a sandwich or a coffee between lectures…read more The prices are fairly reasonable. I mean, you wouldn't want to eat here every day if you were a student, but it's affordable to eat in a couple of days every week. They've got a great range of both hot and cold sandwiches. Their coffee is wonderful as well. Particularly their flavoured lattes. There's also a free chocolate with your coffee, which is always nice to receive! There's not a huge number of seats available. I have had trouble finding a table on occasion, but on 'off peak' times, it's fine. As their food and drink can be taken away though, it's not really a big issue.

Not a bad bakery and cafe, but there are a few better options in Maynooth. It's one of the oldest…read morecafes in the town and has all the old-fashioned Irish staples you expect. Massive mugs of tea, scones and Victoria sponges are their bread and butter. The staff are super-nice as well. If you're looking for old-school Irish hospitality, the Elite has you covered.

Bought some of their bread and pastry at a local supermarket and think it had far too many…read moreadditives and preservatives. Didn't sound healthy at all. I would have expected something different from am artisan bakery.

The food was okay but our server Magna was so so delightful. We loved her accent and helped make…read morethe first meal in Ireland great. We went off the road quite a bit to try this place. I wouldn't return other than to hear Magna's accent. She was the only highlight. The sticky toffee pudding was not good. Our friends thought sticky toffee pudding was gross until we found a place that makes it moist and perfect!

Found myself in this town at a salsa convention. This cafe was reccommended as a good place for…read morefood. Given that there aren't many places in the town, I see why it gets busy. It can be hard to get decent food in the catchment areas outside of Dublin. The people dining with me all got wings & chips, setting them back about 16euro each. Super tasty wings and a big portion. I had the wrap & soup priced at 10euro for lunch. The soup was way too salty. You could forgive that, a mistake that happens. But the wrap had 2 tiny chicken nuggets in it with tomato salsa & iceberg lettuce. There was next to no chicken in the wrap - just tortilla wrap, and it was intentionally cut through the 2 tiny nuggets to give the impression there was more in the wrap The guys liked their wings, but we were all unimpressed with the way they cheated on the wrap! It doesnt cost much for a tiny bit of chicken flesh or fresh salad to fill out a wrap. I left hungry & felt a bit cheated. I could have got 6 chicken nuggets for 2euro at mcdonalds down the road. Instead I paid 10euro for 2, with salty soup at Avenue :(

My absolute favourite lovely little gem in Maynooth. You'd nearly walk right past it, but if you do…read morespot it don't let it be the one that got away. I'd initially been a little intimidated by it, having had one of my lecturers refer to the unit as a "hipster mecca" in Maynooth, but far from it. There are funny blackboard drawings outside the shop, changed daily. Let the quirky cartoons lure you in and you'll be greeted with a chirpy hello & a smile by one of the lads behind the counter. It's my ultimate cheer-up place in the town. Just the right size (Goldilocks would be delighted with this joint) as you can sit & do your thing in peace, or chat away to the other customers (there are a lot of regulars). However, at busy times there might not be much (or anything) in the way of seating, but fear not young caffeine addict - they do coffee to take away. My drug of choice is their mocha. The mochas and hot chocolates are made with chocolate buttons, which is just super luxurious & is a real treat. Sometimes I've gotten spare hot chocolate in a dainty little espresso cup at the side of my mocha. Chocolate on the side of chocolate? This is why I come back. They also serve a small range of sandwiches, which are great for when all the coffee you've consumed starts to burn a hole in your stomach. The croque monsieur will change your life, without getting too overdramatic about it. They've got different roasts of beans on offer, sourced locally and changed frequently. If, like me, you've got a limited knowledge of these things (but like to pretend otherwise), just ask which they'd recommend and you'll be happy out. All in all, (excuse me) "a damn fine cup of coffee" as Agent Dale Cooper would say.