Cafes Archives - Carlow Tourism

April 8, 2026

Barrow Brew

Nestled in the beautiful woodlands of Milford along the Barrow Way, Barrow Brew offers a unique outdoor coffee experience in the heart of County Carlow. What began as a small horsebox coffee stop has grown into a vibrant destination where locals and visitors alike come to relax, recharge and enjoy the natural surroundings.

December 29, 2025

Waterlilies Tullow

Sister location of Waterlilies on Tullow Street, Carlow. A neighbourhood café serving speciality coffee and freshly baked sourdough bread and pastries.

September 26, 2025

Waterlilies Carlow

Artisan bakery specialising in sourdough bread and pastries in the centre of Carlow Town. Also serving speciality coffee and tea as well as delicious vegetarian breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch options. Proud to source and serve organic, seasonal and homemade dishes, as well as biodynamic wine and beer. Caring about quality coffee and the customer's experience

September 26, 2025

Rachel’s Garden Cafe

The award-winning Rachel’s Garden Café at Arboretum is a self- and assisted-service restaurant which champions Irish and preferably locally sourced produce.

September 26, 2025

The Goodly Barrow Café and Museum

The award winning Goodly Barrow Café and Waterways Museum sits on the border between Carlow and Kilkenny on the magnificent River Barrow.

May 26, 2025

The Forge Restaurant and Bakehouse

The Forge Restaurant & Bakehouse is a place where history and culinary passion meet harmoniously.

July 18, 2024

Sugar & Spice Café at Altamont Plant Sales

This café provides comfort and refreshment in the beautiful setting of the walled Garden in Altamont, offering delightful home baked cakes and scones with freshly brewed tea and coffee. Light snacks including sandwiches and salads in the summer months. Open end of January to October daily 10.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. and weekends, weather permitting in November and December.

July 17, 2024

The Old Post Office

The Old Post Office on High Street in Bagenalstown was originally built in 1915 and operated as a working post office up until 2003. In late 2023, early 2024 Denis and Laura Mullin tastefully renovated and restored the building and opened a cafe offering breakfast, lunch and delicious all day brunch options in April 2024. The Old Post Office is perfectly situated on Hight Street, a short stroll from the River Barrow and perfect for a coffee pit stop. The building is also buggy and wheelchair friendly with baby changing facilities and a wheelchair accessible toilet. The building also features an outdoor seating area and small courtyard garden. Open Tues-Sat, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 17, 2024

Pizza Max

Pizza Max has always been dedicated to serving hot, freshly cooked pizza. Whether you are enjoying the night alone or celebrating with your best mates, Pizza Max has just the meal specials for you. For instance, Meal for 1 plan gets you a ten-inch pizza, a side of your choice, a dip option and a can of soda, while the Party Man plan includes a sixteen-inch pizza, four sides, three dips and two large soda bottles.