The Square · Oldcastle · Co. Meath

Start the day happy.

Speciality coffee and fresh food, made in-house in the heart of Oldcastle. Small, cosy, and hard to leave.

4.9★ on Tripadvisor · #1 of 8 in Oldcastle · Travellers’ Choice award

Flat white with latte art in a stoneware cup at The Happy Cup Cafe Glossy homemade chocolate desserts

Stay for the food.

Sourdough, pancakes, and other hot dishes.

The full Irish breakfast, plated
The full Irish
Today’s hot special, plated
Today’s special
Homemade granola bars
House granola

The vibe

Small room. Big welcome.

The Happy Cup is cosy and buzzing, the kind of place where people stay for a second cup. Same faces behind the counter, same care in every flat white, and a kitchen that never sends out yesterday's baking. Sit in, or take it away — either way, you’ll leave happy.

Inside The Happy Cup Cafe — warm, busy and cosy
Homemade pastries on the glass stand at the counter
A full view of the cafe interior
“There was a queue out the door on a Tuesday. Now I know why.”
“Possibly the best cafe in Ireland.”

Reviews

Don’t take our word for it.

#1 of 8 restaurants in Oldcastle · Travellers’ Choice award

  • “Best coffee I have tasted in Ireland.”

    — Tripadvisor review
  • “One of the best cafes around. We’ve driven a couple of times from Dublin to have a brunch here. The food is delicious, atmosphere is great, good lighting and decor. Staff is friendly and courteous.”

    — Google review
  • “Excellent food and service have been here a good few times and it’s consistently good. Menu is varied and baked goods are delicious. Staff are lovely and friendly.”

    — Tripadvisor review
  • “Omg absolutely delicious food. We had breakfast and I can't fault it.”

    — Google review
  • “The food was outstanding, beautifully presented and full of flavour. The service was spot on. Everyone was on the ball and clearly enjoying work, with big smiles all around.”

    — Google review
  • “The food was absolutely stunning; I had the steak sandwich, and the staff radiated excellence and friendliness. This place truly embodies its name, The Happy Cup.”

    — Tripadvisor review

Find us

Right on The Square.

2 Oliver Plunkett Street, The Square,
Oldcastle, Co. Meath, A82 EP62

+353 87 257 6866
thehappycupcafe@gmail.com

☀️ Takeaway & comfortable seating, high chairs too.

Opening hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 9:30 – 17:00
Wednesday 9:30 – 17:00
Thursday 9:30 – 17:00
Friday 9:30 – 17:00
Saturday 9:30 – 17:00
Sunday 9:30 – 17:00
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