Serving the Pearse Street community with fresh rolls, stacked sandwiches, and local coffee since 1980. Open from 7:30 AM for your morning commute.
The Carte
The morning rush in Dublin can feel impersonal and rushed. You deserve a breakfast that sets a better tone for your day. Our breakfast rolls are made to order with premium sausages and fresh bread to fuel your morning.
View My Breakfast Options
Finding a lunch that is both filling and affordable in the city center is a challenge. Most options are small, overpriced, or lack flavor. We serve massive sandwiches and rolls that locals call the best in town.
Choose My LunchCounter Deals
The same deals you will find taped to our window at 44 Pearse Street. No app, no queueing system, just walk up and order.
Deal No. 01
Big breakfast roll · Coke Zero 330ml · Bag of crisps
Breakfast roll + coffee, with valid student ID
Freshly brewed coffee + handmade cake
Breakfast roll + bottle of Coke + any crisp
Notes from the Counter
From 39 reviews on Google
“Nice local wee cafe dublin city center, latte, cappuccino and two slabs of cake that weight around a lb each, 9€, not get that price to many places dublin, they also do breakfasts and sandwiches.”
“Best sandwiches and rolls in town. Amazingly affordable too. Lady at the counter always greets customers with a smile. Would recommend this place a million times.”
“Excellent breakfast roll with lovely sausages. Gave me a free capri sun with the heatwave. Very sound and sweet gentleman at the counter.”
The Method
We select fresh ingredients every morning from local suppliers to ensure the highest quality for our Dublin customers.
Our kitchen team prepares every roll and sandwich to order, focusing on generous portions and traditional flavors.
Visit us at 44 Pearse Street for a warm greeting and a meal that is ready when you are.
The House
O’Donovan Cafe is a staple of the Dublin City Center food scene. Located at 44 Pearse Street, we have focused on providing affordable, high-quality meals to our neighbours since 1980. We are a locally owned business with deep roots in the community and a reputation for the best breakfast rolls in the D02 area. The same red shopfront, the same generous portions, morning after morning.
The Counter
Catering, large orders, or a quick question. We reply during opening hours, usually within the same morning.
On Instagram
Daily rolls, deal posters, and the odd behind-the-counter shot. Follow along for the freshest look at what we are serving.
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