Café · Dalkey, Co. Dublin
Mugs Café Dalkey
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 06:30
Opening hours
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| Monday | 06:30 – 18:00 |
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| Tuesday | 06:30 – 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 – 18:00 |
| Thursday today | 06:30 – 18:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30 – 18:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 – 18:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions3a Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin
- CuisineCafé
- Price€
- Phone+353 1 557 8163
- Nearest stationDalkey Station · 380 m
- SeatingOutdoor tables
About Mugs
Mugs is a café on Castle Street in Dalkey, Co. Dublin. It is the kind of café locals rely on for a morning coffee, a light lunch or a slice of cake.
If you are sightseeing, Archbold's Castle is only 70 m away. By rail, Dalkey Station is the closest station at 380 m. Our Dalkey guide currently covers 30 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. The Small Door Cafe is right next door if you want to compare.
Facilities recorded for this venue include outdoor seating. You can eat here any day of the week. The earliest start is 6:30am on Monday, and the latest close is 6pm on Monday.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Café |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Address | 3a Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin |
| Phone | +353 1 557 8163 |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 79 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Dalkey Station (380 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Archbold's Castle (70 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 13 km |
| Coordinates | 53.27825, -6.10727 |
Menu highlights
What to order at Mugs
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€10.50
Eggs Benedict
Ham, poached eggs, hollandaise, muffin
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€3
Flat White
Double shot
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€11
Veggie Breakfast
Halloumi, mushrooms, avocado, eggs
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€10
Shakshuka
Baked eggs, spiced tomato, feta
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€7.50
Toasted Special
Ham, cheese, tomato, onion
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€9
Quiche of the Day
Side salad
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of café. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around noon on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for café venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 06:30 – 18:00
- Sunset in Dalkey today: 19:01
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 2pm
- One of 30 places to eat in Dalkey
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Where is Mugs?
Mugs is located at 3a Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Mugs open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 08:00 – 18:00.
What time does Mugs close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 06:30.
What other restaurants are near Mugs?
The closest alternatives are The Small Door Cafe (10 m), Gary's Gourmet Pizza (10 m) and Bubbas Fish Market (20 m).
What is the nearest train station?
Dalkey Station is about 380 m away, roughly 5 minutes on foot.