Great little builders cafe. A hidden gem with not only your traditional full Irish breakfast but also something different. My daughter had the breakfast burrito and I had the breakfast hash and they were delicious. I can definitely recommend this cafe for a great value hearty breakfast.
Café · Sligo
The Works Café Sligo
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 09:00 4.8 on Google · 37 reviews
Opening hours
--:-- Irish time ·
| Monday | 09:00 – 14:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 14:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 14:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 14:30 |
| Friday today | 09:00 – 14:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 14:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions- CuisineCafé
- Price€€
- Phone+353 71 916 2027
- Nearest stationSligo Mac Diarmada Station · 740 m
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About The Works
The Works is a café in Sligo. It is the kind of café locals rely on for a morning coffee, a light lunch or a slice of cake.
If you are sightseeing, Model Niland Gallery is only 1.3 km away. Public transport is handy: Sligo Mac Diarmada Station station lies roughly 740 m from the door. It is one of 124 places to eat we list in Sligo. If you want to compare, M Cafe is a short 120 m away.
Good to know: takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating and wheelchair access are available here. It is open 6 days a week and closed on Sunday. The earliest start is 9am on Monday, and the latest close is 2:30pm on Monday. On Google it holds 4.8 out of 5 from 37 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning breakfast, good value and 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 | 4.8 / 5 from 37 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Address | Sligo |
| Eircode | F91 DY20 |
| Phone | +353 71 916 2027 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 6 days a week · 33 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Sligo Mac Diarmada Station (740 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Model Niland Gallery (1.3 km) |
| From Dublin city centre | 179 km |
| Coordinates | 54.27813, -8.48669 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at The Works
Service
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Dining
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
On the menu
- Coffee
- Quick bite
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
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 The Works
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€14
Full Irish Breakfast
Rashers, sausages, black & white pudding, egg, beans, toast
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€8.50
Toasted Special
Ham, cheese, tomato, onion
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€11.50
Shakshuka
Baked eggs, spiced tomato, feta
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€8.50
Granola Bowl
Greek yoghurt, berries, honey
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€3.50
Cappuccino
Regular
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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 1pm on Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for café venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 09:00 – 14:30
- Sunset in Sligo today: 19:08
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
- One of 124 places to eat in Sligo
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
BreakfastGood valueFriendly staff
Wow fabulous place to eat especially their breakfast. My husband and son in law both had full breakfast, my daughter had small breakfast and I had poached egg on toast, the eggs were PERFECT 💯%.
A busy spot for breakfast. The staff are lovely and friendly. They have a proper builder's breakfast, and you won't leave hungry. They also do lunch, and I believe they have started delivery's.
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Where is The Works?
The Works is located at Sligo. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is The Works open on Sunday?
No — Sunday is listed as a closing day.
What time does The Works close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 09:00.
Does The Works do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is The Works wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near The Works?
The closest alternatives are M Cafe (120 m), Tank and Skinny's (410 m) and Dock84 (580 m).
How is The Works rated?
The Works has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 on Google, based on 37 public reviews. Reviewers often mention breakfast, good value and friendly staff.
How much does a meal at The Works cost?
Most diners report spending about €10–20 per person.
Is The Works good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.
What is the nearest train station?
Sligo Mac Diarmada Station is about 740 m away, roughly 9 minutes on foot.
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