Café · Cork City Centre, Co. Cork
The Bookshelf Café Cork City Centre
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 07:30
Opening hours
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| Monday | 07:30 – 16:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 07:30 – 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 – 16:00 |
| Thursday today | 07:30 – 16:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 – 16:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 16:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions13 Pembroke Street, Cork City Centre, Co. Cork
- CuisineCafé
- Price€
- Phone+353 21 239 2576
- Nearest stationCork Kent Station · 930 m
About The Bookshelf
On Pembroke Street in Cork City Centre, The Bookshelf is a café serving locals and visitors alike. Drop in for coffee and a scone, an all-day breakfast or a quick lunch.
If you are sightseeing, Terence MacSwiney Statue is only 270 m away. Public transport is handy: Cork Kent Station station lies roughly 930 m from the door. Our Cork City Centre guide currently covers 205 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. Its immediate neighbour is Helena's Restaurant.
You can eat here any day of the week. The earliest start is 7:30am on Monday, and the latest close is 4pm on Monday.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Café |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Address | 13 Pembroke Street, Cork City Centre, Co. Cork |
| Phone | +353 21 239 2576 |
| Wheelchair access | No |
| Open | 7 days a week · 56 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Cork Kent Station (930 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Terence MacSwiney Statue (270 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 220 km |
| Coordinates | 51.89732, -8.46976 |
Menu highlights
What to order at The Bookshelf
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€3
Cappuccino
Regular
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€10.50
Club Sandwich
Chicken, bacon, egg, fries
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€10.50
Eggs Benedict
Ham, poached eggs, hollandaise, muffin
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€3.50
Flat White
Double shot
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€8.50
Soup & Sandwich
Soup of the day with half a sandwich
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€9
Avocado Toast
Sourdough, chilli, poached egg
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: 07:30 – 16:00
- Sunset in Cork City Centre today: 19:12
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 2pm
- One of 205 places to eat in Cork City Centre
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Where is The Bookshelf?
The Bookshelf is located at 13 Pembroke Street, Cork City Centre, Co. Cork. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is The Bookshelf open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 10:00 – 16:00.
What time does The Bookshelf close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 07:30.
Is The Bookshelf wheelchair accessible?
It is recorded as not wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near The Bookshelf?
The closest alternatives are Helena's Restaurant (10 m), Lafayette's Brasserie (20 m) and Orso Kithchen and Bar (30 m).
What is the nearest train station?
Cork Kent Station is about 930 m away, roughly 12 minutes on foot.
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