About Grove Road
Over on leafy Grove Road in the quieter pocket of Rathmines, this understated brunch haven is where Dubliners escape the frenzy for a serene start. Housed in a converted Victorian terrace with floor-to-ceiling windows flooding the space with light, Grove Road feels like a secret garden amid urban buzz. The scent of cinnamon buns baking greets you at the door, mingling with fresh ground espresso. It's a stone's throw from Rathgar Village and the Luas stop, ideal for those crisscrossing south Dublin. With a focus on foraged and organic fare, it's the spot for health-conscious brunchers who still crave indulgence.
What to Expect
Menu highlights include the grove bowl: quinoa, kale from local growers, roasted beets, goat's cheese from Ardrahan, and a tahini drizzle. Eggs come shakshuka-style in spicy tomato sauce with sourdough dippers, or poached atop pancakes with lemon ricotta. Sweet treats like matcha waffles with coconut yoghurt wow the brunch elite. Juices are cold-pressed from Dublin orchards; smoothies pack superfoods. Coffee is pour-over from Imbibe, nuanced and bright. The vibe is calm, with soft jazz and plenty of plug sockets for lingerers.
Insider Tips
Head there post-yoga from nearby studios; the green juices are legendary for recovery. Grab the pavement table on sunny days to watch joggers bound for Bushy Park. Staff rotate specials with wild garlic in spring or blackberries in summer; always inquire. Kids' menu keeps tots happy with mini pancakes. Walk it off along the Grove to Palmerston Road shops for vintage finds. Limited parking, so Luas or bike it. Grove Road is Rathmines brunch refined, nourishing body and soul without the hype.