Independent coffee shops across Cork City are brewing up something special for Coffee House Lates – a citywide after-hours celebration happening Thursday, 27th November and Friday, 28th November.
This unique Cork Night Time Economy Initiative, supported by the Cork Business Association, will see your favourite cafés transform into buzzing, late-night social hubs. Think cosy vibes, great chats, creative events, and Cork’s famous coffee culture… just after dark!
Coffee House Lates gives local cafés a chance to show off their pe19rsonality, attract new customers, test the night-time market, and build community in a warm, inclusive, non-alcoholic setting.
Shops are signing up fast — and we’re loving the list so far!
Check out the participating coffee spots below.
GREENWICH — The Foxford Café Cookbook Launch
Greenwich Café, Caroline Street
6pm–7pm, Friday 28th — OPEN
For over 130 years, Foxford has been weaving handcrafted wool in County Mayo, and their café has now become a destination in its own right.
Join Head Chef Kathleen Flavin for the launch of the Foxford Café Cookbook as part of Coffee House Lates.
Enjoy a talk with Chef Kathleen, a complimentary mug of Irish Bean & Goose hot chocolate, recipes to try, and signed copies of the cookbook available to purchase.
BUTTER BUBBLE — Coffee House Lates on Oliver Plunkett Street
Friday, November 28 – Open until 9pm
The Black Friday buzz will be high, so take a breather at Butter Bubble!
Every purchase comes with a free Marshmallow Pop and Christmas Cookie.
Drop in before 9pm for some sweet holiday cheer.
GUJI COFFEE BAR — Winter Special Night with Cosy Tunes
Friday, November 28th — Open until 9pm
Join GUJI at The Fifth Quarter on Friday, November 28th to celebrate the launch of their Winter Special Drink – the Winter Spiced Latte and Winter Spiced Matcha. Warm up with their homemade toasted-marshmallow–topped hot chocolates, the perfect festive treat.
Enjoy a cosy, festive atmosphere with live music from Jade Star Murphy and Cian Harris, and make the most of the extended opening hours until 9pm.
Warm drinks, great tunes, and winter vibes await!
DUKES — Swing into Christmas
Dukes Coffee Company, Careys Lane
6.30pm, Friday November 28th
Get festive with coffee, mulled wine, treats, and free sweet & savoury canapés.
Live music from Ivy Favier as Dukes kicks off the Christmas season.
THE GRUMPY BAKERS — Coffee House Lates with Potteria
Washington Street
Thursday, November 27th — SOLD OUT
A festive creative night in collaboration with Potteria.
Guests will paint their own Christmas decoration while enjoying seasonal treats.
Drop in to join the Waitlist!
BONAME PATISSERIE — Paint & Coffee: Sip, Paint, Sleigh!
North Main Street
9pm–10.30pm, Friday November 28th — SOLD OUT
A cosy, creative paint night featuring a canvas, paints, snacks, drinks, and Boname’s signature pastries — the perfect festive evening. Drop in to join the Waitlist!
BRIGHTSIDE CAFÉ — Crumb Cookies Pop-up
Washington Street
5pm–9pm, Friday
Indulge in warm, gooey cookies in a variety of flavours, served with vanilla ice cream. Create your own favourite flavour!
Full coffee and hot chocolate menu available.
The perfect Black Friday escape!
BAKESTONE — Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony Experience
Bakestone Café, Perry Street
Thursday, Nov 27th — SOLD OUT
A guided Matcha & Mindfulness ceremony led by Soko, a certified tea master from Japan.
An immersive experience exploring the traditional art of preparing matcha.
OLD TOWN TAQUIERIA — Origins & Aromas: An Evening with Maher’s Coffee
Pembroke Street
7pm–8.30pm, Thursday November 27th
Taste coffees from a variety of origins and roast profiles, brewed using different methods.
Learn how flavours change and get tips for making great coffee at home.
A relaxed, flavour-filled evening for coffee lovers of all levels.
THE LOUGH CAFÉ — Christmas Wreath Workshop with Verd Houseplants
Thursday, November 28th — 7pm
Create your own festive wreath with expert guidance from Verd Houseplants, with all materials supplied.
Enjoy mulled wine and coffee throughout the workshop.
Tickets available via Verd’s Instagram or website.
CAFÉ 115 — Open Jazz Session
115 Café | 8pm–10pm, Thursday 27th November — OPEN
An open-stage jazz jam featuring 115’s house band and surprise guest musicians.
Players welcome—bring your instrument and sign up on the night!
CAFÉ 115 — Bleeps & Bloops
115 Café | 9pm–2am
In collaboration with Cork City Council & the Electronic Music Council.
A late-night space for electronic music creation, collaboration, and experimentation.
Stay on afterward for an informal social with local producers and DJs, late-night coffee, and great vibes.
FILTER ESPRESSO AND BREW BAR — Art Exhibition with Éist
Friday, November 28th — 7pm -9pm
A night of coffee, art and cosy vibes! In partnership with Éist, come down for a unique art exhibition featuring local Cork artists. Have a first taste of their new winter menu, hang out, and escape the cold with a hot drink in hand!
NÁDÚR DELI — Get Festive At Nádúr Deli
Thursday, November 27th — 6pm -9pm
Step into the festive spirt at Nádúr Deli, nestled in a charming 18th century building on the plaza of Nano Nagle Place. For one special evening, they are staying open late to host a festive experience with live music, art prints by Riki Mats + Zine + books by In The Fold. They’ll be serving up warmth with special toasties, natural wines, mulled apple, speciality pastries + organic coffee.
Stroll through the Nano Nagle Place Shop for unique and thoughtful gifts, soak up the festive atmosphere with live music by the plaza’s towering Christmas tree, and savour the season with an enchanting evening to kick off the holiday season!