About Brother Hubbard South
Brother Hubbard South is a Rathmines legend, hands down one of the best coffee shops and brunch spots in the entire Dublin 6 scene. Perched on Rathmines Road Lower opposite the iconic church spires, this sibling to the original Capel Street outpost has been packing in queues since day one with its Middle Eastern-meets-Irish flair. Imagine the scent of za'atar-roasted carrots mingling with Illy espresso as you step into this sunlit space , all terracotta tiles, lush greenery, and joyful chaos. Perfect for your Rathmines cafe crawl during 10 days in Dublin, it's where locals celebrate birthdays or nurse hangovers with holy grails like the Hubbard breakfast.
What to Expect
Brunch like no other: slow-cooked lamb shawarma flatbreads, whipped feta with honeyed figs, or the legendary French toast with orange blossom mascarpone. Coffee? Impeccable , cortados foamed to perfection, filter from rotating guests. The all-day menu shines with salads bursting colour and flavour, vegan options that convert carnivores, and baked goods from their Wood Quay bakery. Service is swift despite the crowds, with that warm Dublin welcome making you feel like family.
Insider Tips
Book ahead via app for weekends; walk-ins midweek score the best window seats overlooking Rathmines' parade of dogs and Deliveroo bikes. Order the 'Hubbard' , eggs, chorizo, black pudding symphony. Pair with a turmeric latte for immunity boosts in drizzly Dublin. After, stroll to nearby Charlemont Luas for easy city hops. Pro tip: their loyalty card fills fast with daily visits. Searching 'best brunch Rathmines'? This tops lists , and for good reason. It's not just food; it's an experience that lingers like good coffee grounds.