Café · Kilmainham, Co. Dublin
Cool Hand Café Kilmainham
Closed now Opens today at 07:00
Opening hours
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| Monday | 07:00 – 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday today | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 – 18:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 – 18:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions2 Emmet Road, Kilmainham, Co. Dublin, D08 F9H3
- CuisineCafé
- Price€
- Nearest stationDublin Heuston Station · 1.2 km
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Cool Hand
Set on Emmet Road, Cool Hand is a café in the heart of Kilmainham, Co. Dublin. It is the kind of café locals rely on for a morning coffee, a light lunch or a slice of cake.
The nearest well-known landmark is Kilmainham Gaol, approximately 180 m on foot (2 min). By rail, Dublin Heuston Station is the closest station at 1.2 km. Kilmainham has 13 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. If you want to compare, Four Star Pizza is a short 30 m away.
Good to know: takeaway, outdoor seating and wheelchair access are available here. You can eat here any day of the week. The earliest start is 7am on Monday, and the latest close is 6pm on Monday.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Café |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Address | 2 Emmet Road, Kilmainham, Co. Dublin, D08 F9H3 |
| Eircode | D08 F9H3 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Reservations | No |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 76 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Dublin Heuston Station (1.2 km) |
| Nearby landmark | Kilmainham Gaol (180 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 3 km |
| Coordinates | 53.34049, -6.30781 |
Menu highlights
What to order at Cool Hand
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€3
Flat White
Double shot
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€11
Veggie Breakfast
Halloumi, mushrooms, avocado, eggs
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€3
Cappuccino
Regular
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€4
Fresh Orange Juice
Glass
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€3
Scone
Butter and jam
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€12.50
Full Irish Breakfast
Rashers, sausages, black & white pudding, egg, beans, toast
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 Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for café venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 07:00 – 18:00
- Sunset in Kilmainham today: 19:00
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 2pm
- One of 13 places to eat in Kilmainham
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Where is Cool Hand?
Cool Hand is located at 2 Emmet Road, Kilmainham, Co. Dublin, D08 F9H3. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Cool Hand open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 08:00 – 18:00.
What time does Cool Hand close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens today at 07:00.
Does Cool Hand do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is Cool Hand wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Cool Hand?
The closest alternatives are Four Star Pizza (30 m), Newland (40 m) and Insomnia (60 m).
What is the nearest train station?
Dublin Heuston Station is about 1.2 km away, roughly 15 minutes on foot.
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