Best Places For Breakfast In Dublin

For some of the heartiest morning meals around, it's got to be BrewDog. This relaxed bar may be best known for its 32 taps of craft beer and its very own microbrewery, but there's also an extensive menu of breakfast items, available until 2pm on weekends. We're talking full Irish or American breakfasts, with a plant-based alternative available, alongside candied banana and Nutella pancake stacks or a range of eggs Benedict dishes. And if you like a little added entertainment with your meal, then check out their shuffleboard tables as well.

Wondering where to get the best breakfast in Dublin city centre? Then make your way to Shuffleboard Bar. This lively venue may be popular for its vibrant nights out, but they also serve up a cracking menu from 7:30am until 1:30pm everyday, filled with smoked salmon bagels, honey-drizzled pancakes and sausage baps - alongside a full Irish breakfast which is available all day. And after you've eaten you can challenge your mates to a game of shuffleboard or giant Connect Four.

Available from 10am on weekends, or from 12pm onwards on weekdays if you fancy an all-day breakfast, Isabelle's boasts a pretty impressive offering. This elegant Mediterranean restaurant is complete with marble floors, wooden walls and a striking central bar, serving refreshing cocktails to accompany your meal. Dive into plates of eggs Florentine, maple-glazed pork belly Benedict or almond porridge, with something for everyone on the menu.

When it comes to indulgent breakfast menus and gorgeous interiors, The Ivy has absolutely nailed it. There's a whole lot of colourful furniture and a beautiful painted ceiling at this swish restaurant, as well as lots of greenery. And as for the menu? Expect the likes of lobster and spinach Benedict, buttermilk pancakes with bacon or a full Irish breakfast here. You can even nab a two-course set brunch menu for just €22.95, complete with a mixed berry smoothie or green juice.

Fancy something a little bit different from the standard full Irish? Then head to Brother Hubbard North, where you'll find modern twists on the classics and Middle Eastern-inspired breakfasts, as well as a warm, welcoming environment. Expect the likes of pulled pork eggs Benedict, homemade brioche French toast and seasonal granola, which you can enjoy with a mimosa or a delicious hot chocolate.

For a cheap breakfast in Dublin, Gertrude is always a winner. Most dishes here come in at less than €10, with everything from smashed avocado on sourdough toast to honey-drizzled pancakes and chorizo hash on the menu. This relaxed, all-day venue is known for it's friendly atmosphere and great coffee, with a selection of fresh pastries available too.

Looking for the best breakfast in South Dublin? You might just find it at Balfes, particularly if you're after a healthier option. This New York-inspired venue is full of plush leather banquet sofas, modern artwork and high ceilings, and there's even a pretty patio area too. They use the finest seasonal Irish ingredients to create their meals, with dishes including Italian-style eggs on toasted sourdough and buttermilk pancakes topped with honeycomb. And for something a little more protein-packed, try out their BodyByrne breakfast menu, created by fitness experts Siobhán and Paul Byrne.

Like your morning meal with a side of rooftop views? Then you'll love Sophie's, the sophisticated cocktail bar and restaurant that looks out over the city. Perch by the huge windows and sink your teeth into tasty bites like pulled ham hock eggs Benedict, hazelnut and white chocolate pancakes or French toast topped with crispy bacon, with mimosas and cappuccinos aplenty to wash it all down.