In the heart of Glengarriff lies a small café that instantly wins you over with its unpretentious warmth. The incredibly kind owner greets every guest with genuine friendliness and runs the place with a calm that's contagious.
Many consider the cappuccino the best around: creamy, aromatic, and carefully prepared. They also offer fresh breakfasts that are simple and delicious, and that's precisely why they're so good. And for those with a sweet tooth, there are homemade cakes that taste of freshly baked goods, craftsmanship, and time.
This makes the café a place you'll want to return to—for the coffee, the food, the lovely people, and above all, the atmosphere, which isn't contrived but simply there. We'll definitely be back. ❤️
In the heart of Glengarriff lies a small café that immediately wins you over with its unpretentious warmth. The incredibly kind owner greets every guest with genuine friendliness and runs the place with a calm that's infectious.
... The cappuccino is considered by many to be the best far and wide: creamy, aromatic, carefully prepared. In addition, there is a fresh breakfast that does not require any frills and is just that good. And if you like sweets, you will find homemade cakes that taste like cuisine, crafts and time.
This makes the café a place you like to return to - because of the coffee, the food, the loved ones and above all because of the atmosphere that cannot be staged, but is simply there. We are happy to come back.
Thomas Rieder
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14 December 2025
10.0
We stopped in glengarriff for some breakfast and checked out a few different spots that we saw on Google maps. A few of them were closed so it came down to Sugarloaf Cafe or the lough afoul inn. A quick look at the lough inn's prices made us slowly back away, and as we were doing so the owner came out and called out some incoherent ramblings about soup and breakfast in quite a confrontational way. This, needless to say, converted our backing away into a swift shuffle into Sugarloaf Cafe. Best decision of the day! The lovely, cozy, friendly atmosphere made our morning. The service and food were outstanding but the star of the experience was the warm and welcoming owner who had us smiling and laughing throughout our meal! Despite having 3 tables to serve when we were there, she made time to make conversation with everyone and made us all feel comfortable. Combined with the far more reasonable pricing than the establishment over the road and this experience confirmed 2 repeat customers. If you're looking for a friendly relaxing dining experience in glengarriff the Sugarloaf Cafe is a must try!
McKenzie
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13 December 2025
10.0
Fantastic little cafe with a beautiful scone with clotted cream. The delightful woman (owner?) was a dose of sunshine. Stop in!!
Margaret Miller
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10 December 2025
10.0
Lovely place, Lovely staff and the food was absolutely delicious!!! She was so kind
MeGuzinski
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25 November 2025
10.0
I loved everything about the place: amazing sandwiches, cozy atmosphere, lovely people and delicious desserts ❤️
Laura Spirea
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25 November 2025
10.0
The Sugarloaf Cafe is a must visit, the full Irish breakfast and toasted sandwiches are delicious. The cafe itself is lovely, cosy and homely. I highly recommend if you’re in the area or just passing through. Can’t wait for my next visit.
Jade Sheehan
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24 November 2025
10.0
Absolutely lovely place! 💛
This coffee shop has become one of my favourite spots for breakfast and lunch, everything is always fresh, delicious, and made with so much care.
But the real magic comes from the owner, she is simply amazing! So kind, warm, and welcoming that you instantly feel at home. Today she made us the most incredible hot chocolate… honestly, it was heavenly! ☕🍫
Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves good food and genuinely good people.
Ojars Vejins
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23 November 2025
10.0
We stopped by this charming cafe for a brief coffee and some sweet treats. The proprietor of the shop was one of the most charming people I’ve ever met. She even sat down with us for a quick selfie. The coffee was excellent and the treats delicious. Hello again from Canada.
Bruce Peters
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23 October 2025
10.0
We stopped in Glengarriff looking for coffee and a bite to eat, we were so lucky to find the Sugarloaf Cafe. The best BLT I ever tasted, the lady even gave me maple syrup all the way from
Canada on the side, very tasty. Can highly recommend the cappuccino. It was excellent. If you are passing through Glengarriff the Sugarloaf is a must stop, I'll be back soon.
David Brophy
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14 October 2025
10.0
Great coffee, delicious full Irish, lovely friendly staff! The cakes looked unbelievable as well 🤙 highly recommend for a feed if you’re in the area!
Jack Heneberry
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27 September 2025
10.0