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Bittersweet Cafe

Cafe Breakfast restaurant

😐 Some positive safety measures introduced to the shop since my last visit including a barrier to encourage social distancing People often mention breakfast, coffee, good, Irish, cafe, staff, friendly, full, nice, Dublin,


Address

Castle Gate, Unit 3 Lord Edward St, Dublin 2, D02 P634, Ireland

Website

bitterswitter-cafe-d2.com

Contact

+353 87 737 1690

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (449 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 7 am to 7 pm
  • Wednesday: 7 am to 7 pm
  • Thursday: 7 am to 7 pm
  • Friday: 7 am to 7 pm
  • Saturday: 7 am to 7 pm
  • Sunday: 7 am to 7 pm
  • Monday: 7 am to 7 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: breakfast (29) coffee (27) good (25) Irish (21) cafe (19) staff (17) friendly (17) full (16) nice (14) Dublin (13)
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  • 3/5 Neil C. 3 years ago on Google
    Some positive safety measures introduced to the shop since my last visit including a barrier to encourage social distancing
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael C. 1 year ago on Google
    My first meal in Dublin and I loved it. Got the full Irish breakfast and it did not disappoint. I've got a full belly and I'm ready to walk and pub hop. Small place and is busy, but I highly recommend if you are visiting from out of town and need a quick and yummy breakfast. I'll probably eat here every morning I'm here.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Cosmos N. 3 years ago on Google
    I just bought a cup of coffee, the staff are not Social distancing, three of them are crammed in a very small work space. Meanwhile Covid_19 had killed thousands of world wide including Ireland. Staff didn't have proper PPE, NO GLOVES & sounded foreign, the people who have been disproportionately affected by Covid_19. I regretted buying coffee there and felt vulnerable. There is no glass screen at the tills
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liz T. 1 year ago on Google
    We were going to Christchurch Cathedral for a tour. We wanted to get breakfast. We found The Bittersweet Cafe across the road. We started off with Red Berries and Ginger lattes which were delicious. I got the full Irish Breakfast. It was very good. This place is a great place for breakfast and brunch. They do everything!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin O. 9 months ago on Google
    Our family of 7 (2 adults, 5 kids) went here on a Sunday morning. My 7 year old had researched the best pancakes in Dublin and really wanted to try here. He is a bit of a pancake expert and he was not disappointed! Beautiful, fluffy, loads on the plate. Just fantastic. We tried the pancakes with chocolate sauce, with maple syrup and with bananas. All brilliant. A few of us also tried the cinnamon French toast which was yummy. Eldest son tried the Irish breakfast and was suitably impressed. With soft drinks for the smaller 3, and 3 coffees for the olders, the bill (including tip) came to €125. Very good value in my opinion. We were stuffed and happy. The staff were brilliant and whoever is running the sounds in the backgrounds has it down. Well worth a visit on the way to Christchurch cathedral!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Graham D. 3 years ago on Google
    First and last order from here, portion size per cost is attrocious in comparison to anywhere else i have ordered from, nothing good to say except that the deliveroo driver was on time and very pleasant, will never order again!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bobby 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely little cafe . Food was excellent who knew how delicious scrambled egg bacon and fried onions could be. All washed down with a lot of tea . Staff friendly and welcoming . Will definitely return when back in the city
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sam r. 1 year ago on Google
    The fact that this place doesn't have a line out the door is shocking. This place has what maybe the best pancakes ever created. Super fluffy with a slightly crisp exterior and full of flavor. And their brownies are just ridiculously good, served warm with whipped cream on the side.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gautier C. 1 year ago on Google
    What a nice cafe! I was looking for a place which offered not only full Irish but a bunch of other options for breakfast (sandwiches/bagels, omelets, pastries, etc) and this coffee did not disappoint. There was a great selection of morning pastries, a fairly extensive menu with several options for everyone, and a big drink menu too. I got the full Irish with a double espresso. Everything was good, served fast and prices were fair for such a location. Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 H B. 4 years ago on Google
    Ordered a lasagne and soup even tho I specified it as the deal it was served separate so it cost more, the lasagne is served in those xtra small soup bowls with no trimming lady behind counter friendly enough but IMO too expensive for what u got but not surprising for the rip off capital of Ireland
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Imre K. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice little cafe with good coffee and food selection. We had the soup of the day, which was tasty, plus a few other sandwiches, all good. The staff was very nice and professional. About the previous reviewer, who gave one star, just because you need to be vaccinated to sit down inside: it is not the place's decision to do that and simply underrating them based on this is very childish... This is a nice place and they deserve more customers :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lourenço A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Sometimes I had a good coffee there .. (Original) Por vezes tomei um bom café aí..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael K. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent Food and Caffeine Selections
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Will P. 1 year ago on Google
    Good coffee, friendly service, and a large selection of food. However, after having eaten six mornings in B&Bs all over Ireland, the ‘Full Irish Breakfast’ was a disappointment. The sausages were bland, the puddings tasteless, the eggs microscopic, and the ham poor quality.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dog Trainer Sinead H. 3 years ago on Google
    My favourite cafe in Dublin. A wonderful family run business with delicious homemade food. Super baristas serving Illy coffee. Adhering to all social distancing guidelines. Friendly staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tanvi P. 4 months ago on Google
    Our day kicked off on a high note with a delightful breakfast at this charming cafe. The reasonably priced Irish breakfast was a fantastic start, and despite the indoor seating being full, our luck with the Irish weather allowed us to enjoy our meal outdoors. Sitting in adorable chairs by the road, sipping warm coffee, and relishing the amazing food set the tone for a perfect day. The friendly staff added to the positive vibes, making it a 5-star way to begin our day.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Byron D. 5 months ago on Google
    Nice cafe. Brilliant opening times. 7 am a Saturday. Nice Irish breakfast quality products. Must be at €15 for an Irish. Coffee brings to €19.80. Dearer than the airport. Maybe it’s c centre who knows. Lively cafe. sound garden on PA. 🎵 Times good Pricey. €€€
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 John B. 11 months ago on Google
    This is not going to be a great review because mistakes were made! Partly by me, but also by the people running the cafe. There is a saying about sticking to what you are good at. So, if you are looking for an Irish breakfast, as I was, I shouldn't have walked in to an Italian cafe and expected to find one. And hear in lies the problem. Bittersweet cannot, right now, produce a decent Irish Breakfast, but their coffee and pastries are excellent. My wife had pancakes and whipped cream with maple syrup with walnuts too, which were fantastic. I learnt a lesson and won't make the same mistake again. Sorry guys, but as far as the full Irish was concerned both the white and black puddings were hard, the fried egg was crispy and the sausages poor quality and no mushrooms. The other stuff looked great, but the key message here is stick to what you are good at.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert van der L. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good coffee (illy) and they make an excellent cappuccino. Large selection of delicious sweets, we tried the scones and muffins in different flavors, all freshly baked and very tasty. Service is super friendly.

  • 5/5 Thibault F. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good experience. Perfect Irish breakfast

  • 4/5 Luigi A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good but you should take time with you (Original) Gut aber man sollte Zeit mit nehmen

  • 5/5 Sawgrass I. 4 years ago on Google
    Clean..healthy food. Good prices. Friendly helpful staff.

  • 5/5 Callum H. 7 months ago on Google
    Drawn in by the smell whilst going on an early morning exploration of Dublin, went with the scrambled eggs on toast with bacon and onions, holy moly this is some of the best breakfast I've had in a while Friendly staff, mid range price, would go again for sure.

  • 5/5 Jordan Kevin M. 2 years ago on Google
    We ordered the breakfast through a delivery app and they were very quick. The Irish breakfast that they do is fantastic and arrived hot. Very friendly staff. I don't have anything negative to say about Bittersweet Café. I highly recommend this place!

  • 5/5 Paul G. 2 years ago on Google
    I went here earlier today and before we had even left we were talking about how we wanted to come back.. The food is very reasonabley priced given how great it is and we can't wait to try more. Highly recommend to anyone.

  • 5/5 Fulvio R. 2 years ago on Google
    I am from Trieste, in Italy, and I live in Dublin where I am a your guide. I am working to do link between Dublin and Trieste, two of the cities of James Joyce. I found that Bittersweet could be one. Good irish food, particularly breakfast, and good Illy Coffe that comes from Trieste. Also good prices and great staff.

  • 5/5 NCTarHeel 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food - the scones were still warm, and great service. Everyone was super friendly and paying attention to how comfortable we were. Will definitely be back for breakfast.

  • 5/5 Devika K. 2 years ago on Google
    The best cafe in Dublin!! Amazing breakfast, coffees and smoothies. I love Bittersweet cafe!❤ Roasted veg with brie cheese ciabatta & scrambled egg on ciabatta is my favourite! 😋

  • 5/5 Austin R. 2 years ago on Google
    What I love about Dublin is the way we have embraced "Cafe Culture". Georgian Dublin was renowned for its Coffee Houses. So its a treat to find a special one in one of the oldest parts of Dublin. Bittersweet Cafe served me up gorgeous Coffee and the Breakfast Bagel was a lovely treat too.

  • 4/5 Keilan F. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome spot with street seating with a view of a Christ Church Cathedral. Lemon tart is solid. Biscuit is good but a bit dry.

  • 5/5 Lais Oliveira L. 11 months ago on Google
    Today I decided to take a walk around the city in the morning and I was lucky enough to find this delicious cafe along the way! The staff was very attentive and friendly, in addition to the sandwich that was delicious. The cappuccino was also creamy and served with a bit of powdered chocolate which I love. I can't wait to come back to try the rest of the other options they offer, I highly recommend it!

  • 5/5 Joris van der W. 6 months ago on Google
    We enjoyed a delicious, full Irish breakfast. After a breakfast like that, you're good to go. You get a lot of value for your money. The coffee was very good and there is a nice, friendly atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Bill S. 2 years ago on Google
    They are open an hour or more before other coffee shops in the area so we stopped in. It was a great choice, good service, wonderful coffee and a nice breakfast.

  • 5/5 Georgia C. 2 years ago on Google
    Highly recommended, friendly staff and the prices are reasonable. The brownies are amazing.

  • 4/5 Mason C. 4 months ago on Google
    Ordered the pancakes and they were amazing and filling, just wish they had more syrup. Place was a little kinda small and it took a bit, but only because they don’t have too many workers. Wish they would buy a place next to them and expand a bit, other than that amazing! Recommend going here for breakfast if visiting.

  • 4/5 Ioannis S. 1 year ago on Google
    The coffee was good, probably better than other places with a fair price. The sausage roll was tasty (nice touch to give some sauce with it), quite big. There are many different options, not just some pastries if you want to try.

  • 5/5 Cristina Perez C. 1 year ago on Google
    Small cafe with a nice terrace. Their homemade pastries are absolutely delicious! I had the cinnamon apple muffin and it was so yummy! The sandwiches are very tasty too. I totally recommend it for a snack or a light lunch.

  • 5/5 James W. 1 year ago on Google
    What a find! We had been walking around looking for somewhere all morning and finally decided on the Bittersweet Cafe. Turned out to be the best decision, the full Irish was amazing the portions of other meals were huge. The service was brilliant and they all worked incredibly hard.

  • 5/5 Lajos M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of my favorite (Original) Egyik kedvencem

  • 5/5 Terri F. 3 years ago on Google
    I was so happy to see them open. They were kind and happy to be there. Great iced chai and cookie on a hot day

  • 5/5 Mark B. 3 years ago on Google
    Aga and Lucas have been fabulous in keeping thing going during the difficult Covid-19 pandemic. This is my local cafe and I have been a regular here for years. Even during their most difficult time, they have continued to look after their customers. Remember to shop local and support your local businesses. Thanks you you both. :)

  • 5/5 Rick G. 6 years ago on Google
    Great food for little money. Great service and

  • 5/5 Julius E. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing! Very friendly staff, nice atmosphere, great for Irish breakfast and/or late breakfast.

  • 5/5 Tony S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great little, welcoming cafe. Lots of choice, something for everyone. Looked after really well, with no rush to get you back out through the door.

  • 5/5 David M. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place to visit in Irland, the food is lovely presentation and amazingly flavour, the full Irish ☘️ was so good, price was amazing , lovely clean tables , staff are so friendly and warm 👍100 percent will be back

  • 5/5 Michèle S. 5 years ago on Google
    The best and most beautiful breakfast in Dublin !

  • 5/5 Leah M. 3 years ago on Google
    Outstanding full Irish Breakfast. Hotel quality. Will be returning and highly recommend

  • 5/5 Daniel L. 3 years ago on Google
    Fiind it really difficult to leave a reviews as there it s not any fb or website. Me and my boyfriend was walking by coffee shop today, We had to go in for a coffee and I was asking about the soup, when the girls told me ‘’truffle soup “ I just found it a bit insecure for a “coffee shop “ so I ask the chef if I can taste it first , but WOW the best soup what I had in my life even from high ends restaurants , very nice flavour of caramelised celeriac and a touch of truffle , just wow what a amazing job ! The cafe very nice with a lot of home made cakes on display, they had chocolate muffins out of the oven while we been waiting ,they was smelling just amazing! The girls and the chef very kind and full of attention for their job! Totally recommend for a good coffee and soup to warm your heart in this time!

  • 5/5 Isabella C. 3 years ago on Google
    Really nice

  • 5/5 Electric S. 3 years ago on Google
    I just had the most magnificent full Irish breakfast from these guys. Cannot recommend highly enough. Coffee is magnificent also. They are looking after us all staying open during lockdown. Please support these lovely guys.

  • 5/5 Arwa E. 3 years ago on Google
    The waitress was friendly and the food was nice. we had breakfast there and would go back again

  • 4/5 Paolo I. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cozy place ... Near Christ's Church ... Also has some tables outside ... For a quick but comfortable "refreshment" especially at lunch ... (Original) Locale accogliente... Vicino a Christ's Church... Ha anche alcuni tavolini fuori... Per un rapido ma confortevole "ristoro " soprattutto a pranzo...

  • 5/5 Mirjana B. 3 years ago on Google
    The best coffee in Dublin🤗

  • 5/5 Sharon D. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely tasty food and lovely staff. First time there but will definitely be back.

  • 5/5 Shane G. 4 years ago on Google
    Quick and easy compared to other high street coffee shops with the same quality coffee

  • 5/5 Vitor N. 3 years ago on Google
    The food is delicious and they really care about the customers. A tiny mistake with my online order was corrected proactively and within minutes by them. And I also got a complementary pastry. I highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Ricardo S. 4 years ago on Google
    Went for the delivery option, and don't regret it: amazing bagels!and the carrot cake was a great cherry on top!

  • 4/5 may L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A cafe with a small atmosphere. The staff is friendly. Eat simple food to fill your stomach rather than coffee. (Original) 아담한 분위기의 카페. 종업원이 친절하다. 커피보다는 배를 채울 간단한 음식을 먹자.

  • 4/5 Tracy N. 4 years ago on Google
    Good little find in the heart of Dublin. Breakfast much cheaper than hotel. Small but cosy and good choice of coffees, hot chocolate, pastries as well as full irish breakfast

  • 5/5 Liam S. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely place for a quick bite to eat and a good coffee. Good selection of wraps, paninis and cakes. All day breakfast available and all serves by v friendly staff. Small inside so can be busy at certain times of the day.

  • 5/5 Catalin T. 4 years ago on Google
    Great cozy place with very very tasty food and illy coffee of course:) Very friendly staff !!!

  • 5/5 Darren Robert C. 4 years ago on Google
    Just ordered food from here from Uber Eats, paid full price and order was cancelled. However I'm giving a 5 star rating as the lovely lady (I think French) was so helpful. Thank you

  • 5/5 Pavel S. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely people

  • 4/5 David F. 4 years ago on Google
    Good coffee. Friendly service. Cosy little well located Cafe.

  • 4/5 David F. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent little cafe. Great location and friendly service. Good coffee and chocolate drinks.

  • 4/5 Ronja D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice cafe. Unfortunately, the choice is limited and the service is a bit too much time. (Original) Sehr schönes Cafe. Leider ist die Auswahl begrenzt und die Bedienung lässt sich etwas zu viel Zeit.

  • 4/5 usman d. 4 years ago on Google
    It was Exquisite.

  • 5/5 Emanuel F. 4 years ago on Google
    The breakfast here is just awesome!!! Nice coffee,hot food,great ambience!!! The best thing to start your day!

  • 5/5 JB T. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place to chill and have a cup of joe.

  • 5/5 Ester J. 4 years ago on Google
    I enjoy little cafes and this one was a cutie. Nuts Latte delicious and good price. Quiet and comfortable for a nice chat.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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