Trails Café at Ticknock

Trails Café at Ticknock sits in the Dublin mountains on the southern edge of County Dublin, beside the walking and mountain-biking trails that give the spot its name. It serves coffee, hot drinks and casual food to walkers, cyclists and families heading out on the forest paths.

Expect a relaxed, outdoors-first setting rather than formal dining, with counter service and seating suited to muddy boots. Vegetarian options are usually available, and it makes a handy start or finish point for a day on the Ticknock trails.