Great visit to this cafe during the Hinterland Festival. Was busy but staff were excellent and attentive, particularly Rosie. Generous portions and a definite recommendation.
Thanks Paul, it was a bit mental! Glad we didn't disappoint!
Café · Kells, Co. Meath
Closed now Opens today at 09:00 4.8 on Google · 276 reviews
--:-- Irish time ·
| Monday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Friday today | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsMarket Street, Kells, Co. Meath
On Market Street in Kells, The Book Market is a café serving locals and visitors alike. It is the kind of café locals rely on for a morning coffee, a light lunch or a slice of cake.
Kells Round Tower is around 190 m away, so it pairs well with a visit there. Our Kells guide currently covers 39 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. Domino's is right next door if you want to compare.
According to the listing data we hold, it offers wheelchair access. It opens 6 days a week from 9am to 4pm and is closed on Sunday. On Google it holds 4.8 out of 5 from 276 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff.
| Cuisine | Café |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Google rating | 4.8 / 5 from 276 reviews |
| Address | Market Street, Kells, Co. Meath |
| Eircode | A82 YR84 |
| Phone | +353 46 924 1650 |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 6 days a week · 42 hours in total |
| Nearby landmark | Kells Round Tower (190 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 59 km |
| Coordinates | 53.72719, -6.87727 |
At a glance
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
Parmesan, cos
Brown bread
Double shot
Glass
Rashers, sausages, black & white pudding, egg, beans, toast
Side salad
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of café. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Usually busiest around noon on Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for café venues — not live data.




What recent reviewers mention most:
Friendly staff
Great visit to this cafe during the Hinterland Festival. Was busy but staff were excellent and attentive, particularly Rosie. Generous portions and a definite recommendation.
Thanks Paul, it was a bit mental! Glad we didn't disappoint!
What a delightful cafe in the heart of Kells! The staff are so kind, especially Annie who became my long lost cousin by the end of our meal. We enjoyed countless laughs and stories about the area. Our meals were sensational, full of traditional Irish pride! This is a must stop while visiting Kells!! 💖
Annie is one of a kind! Lovely to meet you all!
Myself and my friend stumbled upon this gorgeous little place this morning and im so glad we did. Ive recently just moved here to kells and still finding my feet. This place was so welcoming and warm. It was like just sitting at home 😊 we had two breakfasts and the kiddies had a lovely time too, we will definitely be back again. You've gained two new customers. Highly recommend if passing through.
Thank you much much. Lovely to meet you both and the babies!
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Write the first reviewThe Book Market is located at Market Street, Kells, Co. Meath. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
No — Sunday is listed as a closing day.
It is currently closed. Opens today at 09:00.
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
The closest alternatives are Domino's (20 m), Kells Pizza and Kebab Takeaway (30 m) and Apache Pizza (40 m).
The Book Market has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 on Google, based on 276 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff.
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