Search icon

Dublin

03rd Sep 2017

Here Are 5 Not-So-Lonely Places To Eat Lunch In Dublin

Alana Laverty

How many times have you been STARVING in town but you’ve been too scarlet to go sit somewhere alone? 

More often than not, you end up waiting the hunger out or buying something unsatisfactory. Well, have we got news for you! 

There are tonnes of places in Dublin that are just right for all you singular lunchers who want a delicious fix and here are some of our best picks…

1. Industry & Co

Industry is one of the most low-key cafés in the city as it is located in a quirky furniture store. But don’t let this fool you, as it serves some of the best salads in town! Food is served straight to you, so there’s no sitting around examining a menu and looking like you’ve been stood up.

It is also the perfect place to go if you’re eating alone as there are benches at the front window of the store looking onto Drury Street. The perfect way to get in your daily people-watching as you tuck into a hearty salad. 

2. Brother Hubbard

Brother Hubbard is a great spot for all those avocado-on-toast lovers. With restaurants on Capel Street and Harrington Street, it is easily reachable no matter where you are in the city. 

Both are known for being cosy so it’s the perfect place to go if you want to have a fantastic meal all by yourself, without anyone trying to nab some of your food! 

3. The Fumbally

The Fumbally, located in Dublin 8, is renowned for the fact that it has communal tables. The place is always full of life and serves up some super tasty salads and soups (not to mention their amazing eggs). 

The quirky paintings that cover the walls of the restaurant are sure to keep you occupied while you eat alone, and even provide you with a few Instagrams.

4. 3fe

Known for having some of the best coffee in Dublin, 3fe is perfect for independent eaters! This contemporary café is usually full to the brim with people eating on their own so you’ll fit right in.

It also has some of the tastiest dishes around, including their famous Green Eggs and Ham Eggs Benedict. This is one to put on your list for the next time your friend bails on your lunch plans!

5. The Good Food Store

Known for tasty treats and healthy lunches, The Good Food Store is a great place to have some alone time. The lunch menu offers a range of sandwiches, toasties, salads, soups and hot-pots, so there’s something there for everyone.

Header image: Alana Laverty

READ NEXT: This Pic Of Leo Varadker And Michael D. Higgins At The All-Ireland Has Us Baffled

Topics: