Paddy RigneyJuly 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
Absolutely fabulous spot. Always a smile on the owner. Very swift service and the food, oh wow. Amazing 👏
Keep it up folks.
Café · Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Spanners Cafe Athlone
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 09:00 4.7 on Google · 102 reviews
Opening hours
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Closed now
Opens tomorrow at 09:00
| Monday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Friday today | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsInis Carraig, Golden Island, Golden Island (St. George), Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 RP74
- CuisineCafé
- Price€€
- Phone+353 90 664 4099
- Nearest stationAthlone Station · 710 m
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Spanners Cafe
Set on Inis Carraig, Golden Island, Spanners Cafe is a café in the heart of Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Drop in for coffee and a scone, an all-day breakfast or a quick lunch.
Burgess Park is around 450 m away, so it pairs well with a visit there. Public transport is handy: Athlone Station station lies roughly 710 m from the door. Athlone has 129 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. Its immediate neighbour is Coffee Haven.
Good to know: takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating and wheelchair access are available here. Doors are open daily, 9am to 5pm. Diners rate it 4.7/5 on Google across 102 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning tasty food, 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 | 4.7 / 5 from 102 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Parking | Yes |
| Address | Inis Carraig, Golden Island, Golden Island (St. George), Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 RP74 |
| Eircode | N37 RP74 |
| Phone | +353 90 664 4099 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 56 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Athlone Station (710 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Burgess Park (450 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 111 km |
| Coordinates | 53.42127, -7.93062 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Spanners Cafe
Service
- Outdoor seating
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Dining
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
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 Spanners Cafe
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€11
Avocado Toast
Sourdough, chilli, poached egg
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€4
Cappuccino
Regular
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€4.50
Fresh Orange Juice
Glass
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€10.50
Seafood Chowder
Brown bread
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€8
Granola Bowl
Greek yoghurt, berries, honey
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€8.50
Toasted Special
Ham, cheese, tomato, onion
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 – 17:00
- Sunset in Athlone today: 19:06
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
- One of 129 places to eat in Athlone
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Tasty foodGood valueFriendly staffBreakfast
DAVE FERRARI FANOctober 2025 · via Google
★★★★★
Had a brunch here Sunday. Food excellent. Staff lovely and very reasonably priced! 6 people full meals Oj and teas/ coffees less than €90. We got lucky got a table straight away.
Anita FogartyJuly 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
Love this place - great atmosphere, fab decor. Staff so very friendly. And the best thing - a v tasty gluten-free all day breakfast, and also GF pancakes! Didn't have the pancakes, means I'm to have to go and try them!
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Where is Spanners Cafe?
Spanners Cafe is located at Inis Carraig, Golden Island, Golden Island (St. George), Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 RP74. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Spanners Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 09:00 – 17:00.
What time does Spanners Cafe close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 09:00.
Does Spanners Cafe do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is Spanners Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Spanners Cafe?
The closest alternatives are Coffee Haven (10 m), Apache Pizza (10 m) and Indian Bites (10 m).
How is Spanners Cafe rated?
Spanners Cafe has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 102 public reviews. Reviewers often mention tasty food, good value and friendly staff.
How much does a meal at Spanners Cafe cost?
Most diners report spending about €10–20 per person.
Is Spanners Cafe good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.
What is the nearest train station?
Athlone Station is about 710 m away, roughly 9 minutes on foot.
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