Saffron Willetts2025 · via Google
★★★★★
This is a really lovely cafe with friendly staff, the food and cakes are great as are the prices. You know it's good when all the locals go there!
Café · Kenmare, Co. Kerry
James Cafe Kenmare
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 08:00 5.0 on Google · 11 reviews
Opening hours
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Closed now
Opens tomorrow at 08:00
| Monday | 08:00 – 16:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00 – 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 – 16:30 |
| Thursday today | 08:00 – 16:30 |
| Friday | 08:00 – 16:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00 – 16:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsRailway Rd, Killowen, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, V93 Y05C
- CuisineCafé
- Price€€
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About James Cafe
You will find James Cafe, a café, on Railway Rd in Kenmare, Co. Kerry. It is the kind of café locals rely on for a morning coffee, a light lunch or a slice of cake.
Our Kenmare guide currently covers 49 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. The closest neighbouring restaurant is Bean & Batch Kenmare, 510 m away.
According to the listing data we hold, it offers takeaway, delivery and wheelchair access. It opens 6 days a week from 8am to 4:30pm and is closed on Sunday. On Google it holds 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff. A typical bill comes to roughly €10–20 a head.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Café |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Typical spend | €10–20 per person |
| Google rating | 5.0 / 5 from 11 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Dogs welcome | Yes |
| Parking | Yes |
| Address | Railway Rd, Killowen, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, V93 Y05C |
| Eircode | V93 Y05C |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 6 days a week · 51 hours in total |
| From Dublin city centre | 277 km |
| Coordinates | 51.88501, -9.58043 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at James Cafe
Service
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Dining
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
On the menu
- Coffee
- Quick bite
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
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free multi-storey car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
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 James Cafe
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€13
Club Sandwich
Chicken, bacon, egg, fries
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€12
Eggs Benedict
Ham, poached eggs, hollandaise, muffin
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€14
Full Irish Breakfast
Rashers, sausages, black & white pudding, egg, beans, toast
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€11
Soup & Sandwich
Soup of the day with half a sandwich
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€12
Shakshuka
Baked eggs, spiced tomato, feta
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€10.50
Seafood Chowder
Brown bread
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of café. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around noon on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for café venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 08:00 – 16:30
- Sunset in Kenmare today: 19:16
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 2pm
- One of 49 places to eat in Kenmare
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Friendly staff
Julie O'Shea2025 · via Google
★★★★★
This is such a fabulous coffee shop/restaurant! No matter what I get, it just gorgeous! Staff are lovely, always a great buzz! Well worth a visit if in Kenmare.
Stefano Minghelli2025 · via Google
★★★★★
absolutely delicious food !! i do love James Cafe !! every time i come to Kenmare i definitively pop in this lovely Cafe. James himself and the staff are the most gentle people you can come across .
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is James Cafe?
James Cafe is located at Railway Rd, Killowen, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, V93 Y05C. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is James Cafe open on Sunday?
No — Sunday is listed as a closing day.
What time does James Cafe close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 08:00.
Does James Cafe do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is James Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near James Cafe?
The closest alternatives are Bean & Batch Kenmare (510 m), KBM Cafe On The Square (560 m) and The Horseshoe Restaurant & Bar (580 m).
How is James Cafe rated?
James Cafe has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 on Google, based on 11 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff.
How much does a meal at James Cafe cost?
Most diners report spending about €10–20 per person.
Is James Cafe good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly.
Are dogs allowed at James Cafe?
Yes, dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables.
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