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Joy of Chá
Vegetarian Breakfast
Mentioned multiple times for its delicious and filling nature, with praises for the roasted potatoes and overall quality.
Irish Breakfast
Frequently recommended as superb, filling, and tasty; a classic choice that many reviewers enjoyed.
American Breakfast
Highly praised for being very good and a popular option alongside the Irish breakfast.
Avocado Toast with Eggs
Recommended for its fluffy eggs and delicious taste, noted as a favorite by several reviewers.
Breakfast Bagel
Described as 'sooooo good' and a must-try, recommended repeatedly for a satisfying breakfast experience.
Feta and Spinach Roll
Highly praised for being amazing and refreshing, served with greens and sour cream which enhanced the flavor.
Quiche Lorraine
Recommended as massive, very filling, and rated 10/10 by a reviewer, noted as the best quiche they had.
Blueberry Scones
Called the best scones ever by multiple reviewers, very fresh and a favorite for second breakfast with coffee.
Pancakes
Mentioned as the best pancake in town and delicious, a popular sweet breakfast choice.
Dulce de Leche Cheesecake
Recommended as a delicious dessert option by a reviewer who would definitely return for it.
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM to 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 5:30 PM |
About Joy of Chá
Joy of Chá is a breakfast, brunch, cafe, and wine bar in Dublin 2, in the Temple Bar area. The menu includes breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, desserts, coffee, tea, wine, cocktails, and small plates, with dishes like full Irish breakfast, avocado toast, mushroom quiche, scones, pancakes, and cakes showing up often in reviews. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh food, generous portions, friendly service, and strong coffee and tea selection. It is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with indoor seating, outdoor seating, and a fireplace.
Amenities & services
Emergency help
- Employs displaced individuals
- Needs volunteers
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Joy of Chá known for?
It is especially known for breakfast and brunch dishes like full Irish breakfast, avocado toast, mushroom quiche, scones, and cakes. Reviewers repeatedly mention fresh food made on the spot, generous portions, and strong coffee and tea, which makes it a popular stop in Temple Bar.
What dishes are most recommended at Joy of Chá?
Reviewers most often recommend the full Irish breakfast, avocado toast, mushroom quiche, scones with jam and cream, pancakes, and the chocolate cake. The artisan sausages, smoked salmon bagel, and breakfast bagel also get strong praise for being hearty and well prepared.
What is the atmosphere like at Joy of Chá?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, casual, and trendy, with a fireplace and a small cafe feel. It suits solo diners and breakfast or brunch meetups, and reviewers mention it can get busy enough to form a queue around late morning.
Is Joy of Chá good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €10–20, and reviewers call the breakfast reasonably priced for the portion sizes. Several mention very generous servings, including a full Irish breakfast described as a massive serve and scones that are almost double the size of a regular one.
When is the best time to visit Joy of Chá?
Earlier in the morning is the safest bet if you want to avoid a wait, since one review noted no table wait around 10 am but a queue outside by 11:30. Reviewers also say the service is quick and efficient even when it is very busy.
Is parking available at Joy of Chá?
Yes. Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Joy of Chá have vegetarian options?
Yes, Joy of Chá offers vegan options.
Is Joy of Chá kid-friendly?
Yes, Joy of Chá is good for kids.
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