Opening hours
--:-- Irish time ·
| Monday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Friday today | 08:00 – 14:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsMay Lane, Smithfield, Co. Dublin
- CuisineCafé
- Price€
- Nearest stationDublin Heuston Station · 1.2 km
About The Dock
Set on May Lane, The Dock is a café in the heart of Smithfield, Co. Dublin. It is the kind of café locals rely on for a morning coffee, a light lunch or a slice of cake.
Old Jameson Distillery is around 120 m away, so it pairs well with a visit there. By rail, Dublin Heuston Station is the closest station at 1.2 km. Our Smithfield guide currently covers 38 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. If you want to compare, Brentwood Coffee is a short 80 m away.
It is open 5 days a week and closed on Saturday and Sunday. The earliest start is 8am on Monday, and the latest close is 5pm on Monday.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Café |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Address | May Lane, Smithfield, Co. Dublin |
| Wheelchair access | No |
| Open | 5 days a week · 42 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Dublin Heuston Station (1.2 km) |
| Nearby landmark | Old Jameson Distillery (120 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 1.0 km (city centre) |
| Coordinates | 53.34810, -6.27523 |
Menu highlights
What to order at The Dock
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€10
Eggs Benedict
Ham, poached eggs, hollandaise, muffin
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€3.50
Fresh Orange Juice
Glass
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€9
Soup & Sandwich
Soup of the day with half a sandwich
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€8.50
Quiche of the Day
Side salad
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€3
Flat White
Double shot
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€4.50
Carrot Cake
Cream cheese frosting
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 Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for café venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 08:00 – 14:00
- Sunset in Smithfield today: 19:00
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 2pm
- One of 38 places to eat in Smithfield
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Where is The Dock?
The Dock is located at May Lane, Smithfield, Co. Dublin. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is The Dock open on Sunday?
No — Sunday is listed as a closing day.
What time does The Dock close tonight?
It is open right now and closes at 14:00 (Irish time).
Is The Dock wheelchair accessible?
It is recorded as not wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near The Dock?
The closest alternatives are Brentwood Coffee (80 m), Jo'burger (120 m) and Christophe's (130 m).
What is the nearest train station?
Dublin Heuston Station is about 1.2 km away, roughly 15 minutes on foot.
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