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Got a roaring appetite? Head to one of our restaurants or cafes around Dublin Zoo, we wouldn’t want the cubs to go hungry.
Restaurants & Facilities
Got a roaring appetite? Head to one of our restaurants or cafes around Dublin Zoo, we wouldn’t want the cubs to go hungry.
Meerkat Restaurant
The Meerkat Restaurant has plenty to ward off even the hungriest of beasts. And best of all, watch the mischievous meerkats while you munch.
Opening times:
Monday – Sunday – 9.30am – 4pm for hot food (open until 4.30pm for hot drinks and light refreshments).
Picnic Bench
Picnic Bench at Dublin Zoo is closed. Please keep an eye on our website and social media for updates.
Why not take a break from all of your exploring at the Picnic Bench? Located beside the historic Robert’s House which is now Zoorassic world and overlooks the great lawn where you can often watch the resident peafowl roam!
WUUF Dogs
Wolf down a deliciously loaded WUUF hotdog before or after you explore the Kaziranga Forest Trail!
Opening times:
Saturday – Sunday – 11am – 4pm.
The Cove - Chicken Hut
Located in Sea Lion Cove, Chicken Hut is the perfect pitstop for the peckish. With burgers, chips, cold drinks and plenty more on offer, it’s the ideal place to re-energise before you continue to explore!
Opening times:
Monday – Sunday – 10.30am – 4.30pm.
Nakuru café – Starbucks
With signature Starbucks roasted coffee, ice-creams and a range of snacks to keep your little monkeys fed and watered, why not kick back lakeside with a well-deserved barista brew in Nakuru Cafe – Starbucks in the African Plains.
Opening times:
Monday – Sunday – 10am – 4pm.
Sophia's Ice Cream Parlour
There is always time for ice cream! Chill out with a stop to Sophia’s Ice Cream Parlour.
Opening times:
Saturday – Sunday – 11:30am – 4.30pm
Kiosks
Kiosks at Dublin Zoo will reopen at Easter.
Snack time!
Seasonal kiosks and vending machines to keep you and the cubs going all day.
Water Stations
Water refill stations have been installed at a number of locations around Dublin Zoo. SSE Airtricity and Dublin Zoo are encouraging all visitors to the Zoo to make use of these stations as much as possible. By taking your own reusable water bottle, you’re reducing the amount of plastic, single-use bottles and cups that are thrown away, and making the right choice for a greener, healthier planet.
Visitors can find the Water Refill Stations at the following locations:
- At the entrance to the South American House
- Beside the Nocturnal House
- Beside the Hippo House in the African Plains
- Beside the white-naped mangabey house in the African Plains
Zoovenir Shops
Stock up on zoovenirs and snacks in one of the two gift shops on site, with all profits going back into Dublin Zoo.
Located at the main entrance and beside the Nakuru Cafe – Starbucks in the African Plains.
We ask visitors to wear a face-covering or mask when visiting the indoor animal habitats, gift shops or indoor dining areas.
Toilets & Baby Changing
There are baby changing and feeding facilities by the Meerkat Restaurant, click the link below to locate it on a map.
Find your closest toilet on our map.
Luggage Storage
There are lockers available at the entrance. The lockers cost €5. Once you pay, you can operate the lockers via the key.
Kid’s Scooters
Kid’s scooters are not allowed in Dublin Zoo due to the volume of visitors and child safety.
