SuzanneApril 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
Great place tucked away in an industrial estate.
Great food, coffee and vibe
Porridge was very tasty + full fry for my partner
Only feedback is that pots of tea should be available!
Café · Ballysimon, Co. Limerick
Workshop Café Ballysimon
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 08:30 4.8 on Google · 255 reviews
Opening hours
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Closed now
Opens tomorrow at 08:30
| Monday | 08:30 – 16:30 |
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| Tuesday | 08:30 – 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 – 16:30 |
| Thursday today | 08:30 – 16:30 |
| Friday | 08:30 – 16:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsEastway Business Park, Unit H5, Ballysimon Rd, Limerick
- CuisineCafé
- Price€€
- Phone+353 61 294 318
- Nearest stationLimerick Colbert Station · 2.7 km
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Workshop
Workshop is a café on Eastway Business Park, Unit H5, Ballysimon Rd in Ballysimon, Co. Limerick. It is the kind of café locals rely on for a morning coffee, a light lunch or a slice of cake.
Public transport is handy: Limerick Colbert Station station lies roughly 2.7 km from the door. Our Ballysimon guide currently covers 29 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. Nearby, Cars 'n Coffee Limerick is only 40 m down the road.
Good to know: takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating and wheelchair access are available here. Diners with dietary needs will be pleased to see vegetarian options noted. It opens 5 days a week from 8:30am to 4:30pm and is closed on Saturday and Sunday. On Google it holds 4.8 out of 5 from 255 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning tasty food, coffee and atmosphere. 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 255 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Parking | Yes |
| Address | Eastway Business Park, Unit H5, Ballysimon Rd, Limerick |
| Phone | +353 61 294 318 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Vegetarian options | Yes |
| Open | 5 days a week · 40 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Limerick Colbert Station (2.7 km) |
| From Dublin city centre | 174 km |
| Coordinates | 52.64844, -8.58859 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Workshop
Service
- Outdoor seating
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Dining
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
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 Workshop
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€15
Full Irish Breakfast
Rashers, sausages, black & white pudding, egg, beans, toast
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€11.50
Avocado Toast
Sourdough, chilli, poached egg
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€10
Seafood Chowder
Brown bread
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€3.50
Flat White
Double shot
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€11.50
Shakshuka
Baked eggs, spiced tomato, feta
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€4
Hot Chocolate
Marshmallows
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 Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for café venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 08:30 – 16:30
- Sunset in Ballysimon today: 19:12
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
- One of 29 places to eat in Ballysimon
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Tasty foodCoffeeAtmosphereFriendly staffBreakfast
Max SalasJuly 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
Nice place. The only part that is strange is that it is in an industrial park. But the restaurant is nice, the food great, service better.
Bite & WriteApril 2026 · via Google
★★★★★
A lovely spacious place , food was lovely and coffee was nice loved the mug , staff very friendly too
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is Workshop?
Workshop is located at Eastway Business Park, Unit H5, Ballysimon Rd, Limerick. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Workshop open on Sunday?
No — Sunday is listed as a closing day.
What time does Workshop close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 08:30.
Does Workshop do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is Workshop wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Workshop?
The closest alternatives are Cars 'n Coffee Limerick (40 m), La Cucina (550 m) and Carnival Asia Food (550 m).
How is Workshop rated?
Workshop has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 on Google, based on 255 public reviews. Reviewers often mention tasty food, coffee and atmosphere.
How much does a meal at Workshop cost?
Most diners report spending about €10–20 per person.
Is Workshop good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly.
What is the nearest train station?
Limerick Colbert Station is about 2.7 km away, around 5 minutes by car.
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