In the heart of cork city

78 SOUTHMALL, CORK CITY

IN 2012, THE ORIGINAL BOOKSHELF FIRST OPENED ITS DOORS IN THE CONVERTED OLD CORK LIBRARY, SOUTH MALL. THIS CHARACTERFUL VENUE IS STILL BELOVED BY LOCALS AND STILL SERVES THE BEST COFFEE IN THE AREA, SOURCED BY THE AWARD-WINNING THE BARN, BERLIN.

BUZZY AND PACKED WITH QUIRKY LOCAL ART, IT'S ALWAYS WELCOMING WHETHER YOU'RE GRABBING A QUICK TAKEAWAY, ENJOYING A BITE WITH FRIENDS OR CURLING UP BY THE WINDOW WITH A GOOD COFFEE AND A BOOK.

OPENING HOURS:

Monday - Friday 7:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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“A great place to relax and enjoy a great selection of the finest coffees, tea's and good food in a pleasant atmosphere served by courteous and professional staff.”

— Tony Cogan on Google Reviews