Mary's Cottage Kitchen in Ballycastle

We were looking for somewhere to have coffee and found a great deal more! Superb coffee (Bewley’s filter) and fantastic Egg Muffins and Potato Cake! I was very sad not to have room for the other baked delights on offer! Highly recommended.

Delicious scones, potato cakes, bread. Lovely lady.

I had the pleasure of meeting Mary and trying her delicious assortment of baked goods. I arrived with a large, slightly rowdy group, and Mary was incredibly sweet and welcoming to every one of us. Locals passing through kept recommending her chocolate fingers, but I personally couldn’t get enough of the potato pancakes! Everything was homemade and made with care, and Mary’s kindness made the experience even more memorable. Definitely worth a stop!

Amazing home baking and jams. Mary is a treasure.

Wonderful little place in Ballycastle. The vegan rolls and egg muffins were tasty. The fruit scone was lovely as was the Chocolate ganache tart( enhanced with the addition of their homemade jam! ) Fantastic hosts, both Mary and Geraldine.

A wide range of lovely baked goods. We bought potato cakes, egg muffins, scones, brown bread, jam and chutney. All were delicious. Mary and her daughter were friendly and helpful. Not to be missed if you're in the Ballycastle area.

The best things I've eaten during my bike ride in Ireland. A pity I didn't have a picture...they were also nice to see. 😍😂

A chance discovery, and what a surprise! We stepped into this little cottage and Mary's world opened up to us! Succulent carrot cake, magnificent cheese and raisin scones, and all the cakes—like the chocolate cake, cheesecake, cookies, and shortbread—were divine. Just like her jams. My only regret is not having tried the lemon meringue pie, and not being able to go back from time to time!

The nicest bacon sandwich ever, perfect for a Sunday morning!

During our stay at Ceide Glamping, the manager recommended that we visit Mary’s Bakery for breakfast, as it wasn't included in our reservation, assuring us we would find great options there. That’s how we met Mary. She is a charming, ageless lady with kind eyes, a warm smile, and a gentle voice full of cheerfulness and amiability. Her products—fresh, flavorful, and made with a lot of love—far exceeded our expectations. The quality was exquisite. We ate from Mary's bakery for two days, and before leaving Ballycastle, we stopped by to take a photo with her, to bring her memory back home, and to share her story. She is a delightful, friendly lady who brings immense joy to everyone who steps through her door. Thank you, Mary, for your wonderful treats and for your kindness. You must not miss this little bakery when you pass through Ballycastle.