100 great restaurants, cafes and places to eat around Ireland for summer 2026
We’ve travelled all around the country to bring you this list of laid-back spots where you’re sure to eat and drink well over the stretchy summer days
Coffee
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Inside Ireland’s coffee culture: ‘When I said I was a barista, people thought I worked in the Four Courts’
From instant coffee to cappuccino art within a couple of decades – the people behind the shift in Irish coffee culture tell us how it happened
Favourite food destinations around Ireland: From a death row-worthy meal to a carvery to rule them all
We want to hear from readers about the places in Ireland they like to visit where they are guaranteed great food experiences
Coffee chain Insomnia sees profits climb 7% to €2.67m despite falling UK sales
Group says it is looking to expand operations in the UK where turnover has roughly halved in the past two years
Kerry town that banned disposable coffee cups sees project falter amid Government U-turn
Two projects in Dublin, inspired by Killarney Coffee Cup Project, now in doubt
I’ve long been a curious observer of what I’ve dubbed Leo Varadkar’s ‘grim aesthetic’
The former leader of a country added another artefact into his record of domestic life - a dinner photo
Arket flagship store opens in Dublin: What are the clothes and prices like?
H&M offshoot not dissimilar to Cos is opening store at junction of Nassau and Dawson Street
‘A personal regret is that my father who designed our house never got to see it’
The award-winning designer and visual artist on Co Louth’s best-kept secret, making memories with her family and her biggest personal regret
Dublin Horse Show 2025: The best places to eat and drink at the RDS
Yes, there’s world-class showjumping and dazzling dressage, but the real draw to this five-day event is often edible
Long-term study links coffee to healthier ageing
People who drank seven small cups a day aged better than those who consumed minimal caffeine
How to make barista grade coffee at home - according to the experts
Irish coffee experts offer their tips for premium-level coffee, from must-have gear and beans to different techniques
Is your morning coffee good or bad for your heart? Here’s what the science says
What the Science Says: Part 4 – Research suggests that moderate caffeine intake may offer some health benefits
Here’s how the cost of your ‘expensive’ cup of coffee breaks down
Yes, coffee beverages sold in a business are the best-margin product in the shop, but the bottom line is coffee sales keep cafes open
Fantastic pancakes and where to find them
If frying stacks of pancakes isn’t for you, here is how to enjoy them without the washing up
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Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
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