Open Mon–Sun from 8am  ·  Unit 20, Main St, Donabate  ·  (01) 843 5096
Donabate's Community Café

Good coffee.
Great craic.
Every morning.

A warm welcome from 8am, every day. Fresh brews, homemade bites, and a little corner of Donabate that feels like home.

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Barista pouring latte art Freshly brewed daily
Our Coffee

Coffee worth
getting out of bed for

We take our coffee seriously — but not ourselves. Every cup is crafted with care, from silky flat whites to rich Americanos. We source quality beans and make sure every pour is worth the trip.

Whether you're a flat white fanatic, an oat latte lover, or a strong Americano kind of person — we've got you sorted from the moment we open at 8am.

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Freshly made food at Cates Café Made fresh every day
Homemade Food

Food that
hits the spot

From hearty hot lunches to flaky pastries and freshly filled rolls — our kitchen is busy from the moment we open. Everything is made with proper ingredients and a lot of love.

Perfect for breakfast on the go, a leisurely brunch, or a proper lunch break. Dine in or take away — whatever suits you.

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Why Cates

The heart of
Donabate, since day one

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Quality Coffee

Carefully sourced beans, expertly brewed. Every cup made to order, every time — no shortcuts.

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Freshly Made Food

Our kitchen preps fresh every morning. Pastries, sandwiches, hot dishes — proper food, properly made.

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Community Café

We're more than a café — we're part of Donabate. A friendly face and a familiar spot for the whole community.

Google Reviews
★★★★☆ 4.3 out of 5 · 267 reviews on Google

What our regulars
have to say

★★★★★

"Absolutely love this café. The coffee is consistently excellent and the staff always make you feel so welcome. It's become my morning ritual since it opened."

Sarah M. — Donabate
★★★★★

"Best breakfast roll in north Dublin, hands down. The food is always fresh and the portions are generous. Cates Café is a proper gem in the community."

James R. — Portrane
★★★★★

"Such a lovely spot. We come every Saturday morning as a family and the kids always get a warm welcome. The pastries are gorgeous and the flat white is perfect."

Claire D. — Donabate
Visit Us

Find us in
Donabate

Opening Hours

Monday8:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday8:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday8:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday8:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday8:00am – 4:00pm

Hours may vary on public holidays. Call ahead to confirm.

Where to Find Us

Unit 20, Main St
Beaverstown, Donabate
Co. Dublin, K36 TW58

(01) 843 5096
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Come Say Hello

We're open every
morning from 8am

No reservations needed — just walk in, pull up a chair, and let us look after you.

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