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What to order at Low Lane
- Must order
- Filter coffee or espresso with the all-day breakfast bap; the seasonal lunch plates are consistently strong.
- Signature dishes
- 3fe filter coffee, All-day breakfast bap
- Editor tip
- Walk-in only. Opens around 08:30. Arrives fast to a queue on weekend mornings so plan accordingly.
CuisineCafe
Price€
Neighborhoodst-kierans-street
HoursTue-Fri 08:30-16:00, Sat 09:00-17:00, closed Sun-Mon
Phone+353567816160
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Signature dishes: 3fe filter coffee, All-day breakfast bap
Must order: Filter coffee or espresso with the all-day breakfast bap; the seasonal lunch plates are consistently strong.
Tip: Walk-in only. Opens around 08:30. Arrives fast to a queue on weekend mornings so plan accordingly.
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Location
Address: 45 Saint Kieran's Street, Kilkenny
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