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Lemon Leaf, Kinsale
Lemon Leaf – Kinsale
Breakfast & Brunch food typical of Lemon Leaf
Breakfast & Brunch food typical of Lemon Leaf
Kinsale, County Cork

Breakfast & Brunch and Café · Kinsale, Co. Cork

Lemon Leaf Café Kinsale

Open now Closes at 22:30 4.5 on Google · 1,373 reviews

Opening hours

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Open now Closes at 22:30
Weekly opening hours for Lemon Leaf
Monday08:30 – 22:30
Tuesday08:30 – 22:30
Wednesday08:30 – 22:30
Thursday08:30 – 22:30
Friday today08:30 – 22:30
Saturday08:30 – 22:30
SundayClosed

Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.

Full hours & directions

70 Main Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 PN28

  • CuisineBreakfast & Brunch and Café
  • Price€
  • Phone+353 21 470 9792
  • SeatingOutdoor tables
  • AccessWheelchair friendly

About Lemon Leaf

On Main Street in Kinsale, Lemon Leaf is a breakfast & brunch café serving locals and visitors alike. Expect all-day breakfast plates and good coffee.

If you are sightseeing, Desmond Castle is only 210 m away. Our Kinsale guide currently covers 68 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. Cobra Tandoori is right next door if you want to compare.

Facilities recorded for this venue include outdoor seating and wheelchair access. It opens 6 days a week from 8:30am to 10:30pm and is closed on Sunday. Diners rate it 4.5/5 on Google across 1,373 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning breakfast and atmosphere.

Key facts

CuisineBreakfast & Brunch and Café
TypeCafé
Price guide€ (budget)
Google rating4.5 / 5 from 1,373 reviews
Address70 Main Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 PN28
EircodeP17 PN28
Phone+353 21 470 9792
Outdoor seatingYes
Wheelchair accessYes
Wi-FiYes
Open6 days a week · 84 hours in total
Nearby landmarkDesmond Castle (210 m)
From Dublin city centre238 km
Coordinates51.70554, -8.52393

At a glance

Services & amenities at Lemon Leaf

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park

Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.

Menu highlights

What to order at Lemon Leaf

Full menu
  • Eggs Benedict

    Ham, poached eggs, hollandaise, muffin

    €9.50
  • Veggie Breakfast

    Halloumi, mushrooms, avocado, eggs

    V

    €10.50
  • Buttermilk Pancakes

    Bacon and maple or berries and cream

    €9
  • Toasted Special

    Ham, cheese, tomato, onion

    €6.50
  • Soup & Sandwich

    Soup of the day with half a sandwich

    €9
  • Chicken Caesar Wrap

    Parmesan, cos

    €8.50

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 1pm on Fridays.

Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for breakfast & brunch and café venues — not live data.

Good to know

  • Today is — hours: 08:30 – 22:30
  • Sunset in Kinsale today: 19:10
  • Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
  • One of 68 places to eat in Kinsale

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Reviews

4.5/5 on Google · 1,373 reviews

What recent reviewers mention most:

BreakfastAtmosphere

milah958May 2026 · via Tripadvisor
★★★★★

What we liked: |Nice interior design and very central location. Good communication in advance via e-mail describing how to do the self-check-in after 5pm.||What we didn't like, unfortunately : |The room ("cosy twin room") was very small for …

Cin EkJuly 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

Fantastic breakfast spot! I had the shakshuka and the Egg Royal toast, and both were absolutely delicious. Everything was incredibly fresh, full of flavor, and cooked to perfection. Every bite was a pleasure—simply outstanding! Great atmosphere, friendly service, and an overall wonderful experience. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be back!

Theresa SchlosserJune 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

stayed in the bed&breakfast for three nights. rooms were nice and cosy but still had enough space for two persons with large suitcases. everything was super clean. the breakfast in the cafe was awesome!!

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Questions & answers

Where is Lemon Leaf?

Lemon Leaf is located at 70 Main Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 PN28. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

Is Lemon Leaf open on Sunday?

No — Sunday is listed as a closing day.

What time does Lemon Leaf close tonight?

It is open right now and closes at 22:30 (Irish time).

Is Lemon Leaf wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.

What other restaurants are near Lemon Leaf?

The closest alternatives are Cobra Tandoori (10 m), The Supper Club (20 m) and Harry's Bar (20 m).

How is Lemon Leaf rated?

Lemon Leaf has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,373 public reviews. Reviewers often mention breakfast and atmosphere.

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