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3 Little Piggies

Cafe

· Dine-in · Kerbside pickup · No-contact delivery People often mention coffee, staff, friendly,


Address

Union Quay, Ballintemple, Cork, Ireland

Website

www.facebook.com

Contact

+353 21 432 3836

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (131 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Monday: 7:30 am to 5 pm, 7 pm to 12 am
  • Tuesday: 12 am to 7 pm
  • Wednesday: 7:30 am to 7 pm
  • Thursday: 7:30 am to 7 pm
  • Friday: 7:30 am to 7 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (21) staff (6) friendly (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Austin A. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderfully owned and operated Coffee Shop along the River Lee. Stop by for the wonderful coffee, fresh deli-style lunch, and find yourself in the company of an amazing owner and staff. Cannot wait to return to Cork and find myself back at the 3 Little Piggies.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Gabi M. 2 years ago on Google
    Staff were rude and it's over priced. Didn't even offer to toast it. This was 9.50. 6.50 for stale bread Aldi mayo chicken cheese and sweetcorn.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Max Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Extremely cozy place with great food that feels like home! We were welcomed as dear guests and fueled with positive vibes of the place owner. Best in Ireland so far!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Eoin Spillane (. 5 years ago on Google
    Quiet little café, staff are friendly and mannerly. Got a cappuccino and a bagel, the cappuccino was relatively small but tastes good however, the bagel was unfortunately not as fresh as it should be for a quiet morning and a little average which for the price was disappointing. Would meet a friend here for a coffee but that's maybe all.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Gulsum S. 1 year ago on Google
    The taste of the coffee I bought was not so good for the 3.80 euros I paid(medium size).It was like coffee taken from the machine at gas stations. Even though it was 20 minutes before they closed, the barista said I can have the coffee as take away. 20 minutes was more than enough to finish my coffee in the cafe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Orla 5 months ago on Google
    Delicious sandwhich well priced for lunch, big mug of tea and very friendly staff.

  • 4/5 frank h. 4 months ago on Google
    Just stopped for coffee and cake.. decent coffee and served by friendly helpful man. Fine place.

  • 2/5 Niall b. 4 months ago on Google
    Regrettably, my experience fell short of expectations. It looks lovely from the outside. I opted for a regular mocha and was surprised at the 4.50€ charge. The interior is a bit hastily put together too. The chocolate for the mocha also came from a very very old style machine that I haven't seen in a while.

  • 5/5 Akos B. 7 months ago on Google
    I had a nice lactose free lattee with ice here in the hot, sunny weather. Fantastic place for chilling out in a busy day.

  • 5/5 Rita R. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent coffee good food friendly service reasonably priced

  • 5/5 Laurence M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great spot, Great staff, great coffee 👍👍

  • 2/5 Aoife B. 1 year ago on Google
    Not great experiences here. For my lastest visit I was left standing waiting to order while the woman there rearranged takeaway coffee cups, then my bagel had a mountain of butter (maybe this is to some peoples preference), the coffee that day had a weird taste and finally I was over charged. Also when I say weird taste I mean like it had been burnt or something. Not the norm for here but I am basing this review off my latest visit but in saying that I would only be improving my rating a smidge if this was taking into account all my visits.

  • 5/5 Paris D. 1 year ago on Google
    Had half an hour before an appointment and stopped in for a coffee. Lovely coffee, quick service. Very cozy. Great spread of food for take away and to enjoy in house. Thanks!

  • 5/5 Mary o. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely coffee and food. Efficient and friendly staff. Outdoor seating. Dog friendly

  • 1/5 Devlin W. 1 year ago on Google
    Went there at 3 today, told had to sit outside even though no one inside, so even while my lady friend and I sat outside they were pulling away stools, just felt unwelcome tbh, won't be back.

  • 5/5 Finbarr F. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely cafe in Cork. Well run by Paul and very ably assisted by the lovely Carol.

  • 5/5 Mags D. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely little spot for an early morning coffee or breakfast. I wasn't eating but my friend had a toasted sandwich which he said was delicious. Owner is lovely, obviously cares that his customers are happy with food. We were there early and it was busy so is obviously a popular choice. Eat in or out. Outside seating, with more seating across road by river. Lots of food choices but no vegan, which was OK on day as I only wanted coffee but if I was hungry I'd have to go elsewhere. Water bowl filled with water for your pooch. Definitely worth a visit. Also, if you're a piggy lover like I am there are lots of pigs scattered around.

  • 5/5 Jim M. 2 years ago on Google
    Best coffee and crack in town

  • 5/5 Jacob J. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic staff, great coffee and amazing atmosphere. Can't fault this place and its my permanent go to! Great work guys

  • 4/5 Kenneth A. 2 years ago on Google
    A very good coffee and sandwich establishment. One of the best in the city. There's a lot of room to sit down by the Quay and enjoy the sights and sounds of the city. A recommendation for anyone.

  • 4/5 John K. 3 years ago on Google
    Great to have somewhere open to go for a coffee & sandwich. Outdoor seating is a great idea for this time is year.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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