Café · Howth, Co. Dublin
Insomnia Café Howth
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 09:00
Opening hours
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| Monday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday today | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsHarbour Road, Howth, Co. Dublin
- CuisineCafé
- Price€
- Nearest stationHowth Station · 220 m
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- ServiceTakeaway
About Insomnia
Insomnia is a café on Harbour Road in Howth, Co. Dublin. It is the kind of café locals rely on for a morning coffee, a light lunch or a slice of cake.
The nearest well-known landmark is The Old Courthouse, approximately 50 m on foot (1 min). Arriving by train? Howth Station is 220 m away, about 3 minutes on foot. Our Howth guide currently covers 33 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. If you want to compare, Wright’s Findlater is a short 80 m away.
Facilities recorded for this venue include takeaway and outdoor seating. It opens 5 days a week from 9am to 6pm and is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Café |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Address | Harbour Road, Howth, Co. Dublin |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Open | 5 days a week · 45 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Howth Station (220 m) |
| Nearby landmark | The Old Courthouse (50 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 13 km |
| Coordinates | 53.38828, -6.07134 |
Menu highlights
What to order at Insomnia
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€3.50
Hot Chocolate
Marshmallows
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€9
Quiche of the Day
Side salad
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€9.50
Avocado Toast
Sourdough, chilli, poached egg
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€4
Carrot Cake
Cream cheese frosting
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€9.50
Eggs Benedict
Ham, poached eggs, hollandaise, muffin
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€7
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 Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for café venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 09:00 – 18:00
- Sunset in Howth today: 19:01
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
- One of 33 places to eat in Howth
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Where is Insomnia?
Insomnia is located at Harbour Road, Howth, Co. Dublin. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Insomnia open on Sunday?
No — Sunday is listed as a closing day.
What time does Insomnia close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 09:00.
Does Insomnia do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
What other restaurants are near Insomnia?
The closest alternatives are Wright’s Findlater (80 m), Bodega (100 m) and Dragon Boat (130 m).
What is the nearest train station?
Howth Station is about 220 m away, roughly 3 minutes on foot.
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