Brooks Café Bar is definitely worth a visit! ✨
The food was really good and fairly priced. What stood out the most was the service, the staff were attentive and genuinely welcoming throughout. The atmosphere was warm and relaxed, making it a great spot for catching up or just unwinding. Would happily come back again 😊
International · Carlow
Brooks Restaurant Carlow
Open now Closes at 17:00 3.9 on Google · 193 reviews
Opening hours
--:-- Irish time ·
| Monday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Friday today | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions21 Tullow St, Carlow, R93 TW86
- CuisineInternational
- Price€€
- Phone+353 59 913 3111
- Nearest stationCarlow Station · 760 m
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Brooks
Set on 21 Tullow St, Brooks is a restaurant in the heart of Carlow. Expect a varied menu that suits most tastes and occasions.
Carlow County Museum is around 120 m away, so it pairs well with a visit there. Public transport is handy: Carlow Station station lies roughly 760 m from the door. Our Carlow guide currently covers 107 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. Its immediate neighbour is Ayla grill.
Good to know: takeaway, delivery, table reservations and wheelchair access are available here. It is listed as catering for vegetarian diets. Doors are open daily, 8am to 5pm. Its public Google rating stands at 3.9 stars (193 reviews), with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff, coffee and breakfast. A typical bill comes to roughly €10–20 a head.
Key facts
| Cuisine | International |
|---|---|
| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Typical spend | €10–20 per person |
| Google rating | 3.9 / 5 from 193 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Address | 21 Tullow St, Carlow, R93 TW86 |
| Eircode | R93 TW86 |
| Phone | +353 59 913 3111 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Reservations | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Vegetarian options | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 63 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Carlow Station (760 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Carlow County Museum (120 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 73 km |
| Coordinates | 52.83620, -6.92998 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Brooks
Service
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Dining
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at Brooks
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€23
Chicken Supreme
Wild mushrooms, tarragon cream
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€10.50
Beetroot & Goat's Cheese
Candied walnuts
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€10
Chicken Wings
Korean glaze
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€8.50
Lemon Posset
Shortbread
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€34
Sirloin Steak
Café de Paris butter
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€30
Irish Lamb Rump
Pea purée, fondant potato
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 1pm on Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for international venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 08:00 – 17:00
- Sunset in Carlow today: 19:03
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
- One of 107 places to eat in Carlow
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Friendly staffCoffeeBreakfast
Great place and fantastic food and selection. The coffee was also speciality coffee level in taste. We went for brunch so naturally some of us wanted lunch and others wanted breakfast and there were plenty of options for both. I got the Acai bowl which was delicious and very good value given its size! Staff were absolutely lovely and very tentative. 100% will be back.
Have been to Brooks in the past and always found the accommodating with allergy requirements. After visiting with my family, hoping that this would still be the case, to find only 2 items were available for me to order on the menu, the Sunday Grill or chicken wings. To say I was disappointed is an understatement.
I would have recommended to others in the past, but going forward I won't be.
If you have any kind of intolerance or allergies, this is not the place for you!
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is Brooks?
Brooks is located at 21 Tullow St, Carlow, R93 TW86. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Brooks open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 08:00 – 17:00.
What time does Brooks close tonight?
It is open right now and closes at 17:00 (Irish time).
Does Brooks do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is Brooks wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
Can I book a table at Brooks?
Yes. Reservations are accepted — call +353 59 913 3111 to book.
What other restaurants are near Brooks?
The closest alternatives are Ayla grill (20 m), Waterlilies Café (30 m) and Subway (40 m).
How is Brooks rated?
Brooks has a rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Google, based on 193 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, coffee and breakfast.
How much does a meal at Brooks cost?
Most diners report spending about €10–20 per person.
Is Brooks good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.
What is the nearest train station?
Carlow Station is about 760 m away, roughly 9 minutes on foot.
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