Birdcage Cafe
Award Winning Coffeeshop in Bagenalstown, Co Carlow. serving
freshly made great tasting food & coffee.
Located close to the banks of the River Barrow, The Birdcage Cafe is a cosy, family-run café that has been serving fresh food and baked goodies since early 2017. Run by husband-and-wife team Alastair and Ciara, alongside three part-time staff, the café is built on a shared passion for quality food, creativity, and genuine hospitality.
Alastair prepares and bakes everything in-house, with all dishes made fresh to order and bakes produced daily. The café proudly uses locally sourced ingredients, including meats and dairy from nearby suppliers, alongside breads from Aran Bakery, ensuring every dish reflects the best of the region. The menu features fresh breakfast pots, hot breakfasts, brunch, lunch, salads, signature sourdough sandwiches, artisan coffee, iced drinks, and sweet treats—all crafted on site.
Ciara curates the café’s inviting aesthetic, manages social media, and showcases a selection of Irish-made crafts, candles, and cards available to purchase.
Open: Monday to Saturday until 2pm,
Birdcage Café has earned recognition from the Irish Restaurant Awards, including accolades for Best Café and social media.
Proud of their space and community, the team continues to create a welcoming destination for locals and visitors alike.