The Victorian Tea Rooms
This beautiful landmark building, constructed in 1896 for the princely sum of three hundred and forty pounds, has captured the imagination of numerous artists and film makers. An outdoor seating area is provided which is ideal for those lazy summer days.
The Victorian Tea Rooms are open from 9.30am all year round. From April to October, they close at 5.30pm, and from November to March they close at 4.30pm. Please contact the Tea Rooms by phone on 01 671 9376 with any further queries.
The Phoenix Park Café
Please note that the Phoenix Park Café will close at 3.00pm on Tues, 8th December 2025.
The Phoenix Park Café opens at 9.30am all year round. From March to September (summer hours), the café closes at 5pm midweek, and 5.30pm at the weekend. From October to February (winter hours), the café closes at 4pm midweek, and 5pm at the weekend.
The Phoenix Park Cafe is located in the grounds of the Visitor Centre adjoining The Walled Garden and Ashtown Castle. The café serves a wide range of delicious dishes using locally sourced ingredients, with a welcoming ambiance for all guests. From hearty soups to decadent desserts, each item on the menu is crafted with care and attention to detail. Please contact the Phoenix Park Cafe by phone on 01 255 4445 with any further queries.
This café is set in the heart of Ashtown Demesne and is surrounded by beautiful trees with a large outdoor courtyard perfect for al fresco dining. There is car parking nearby, a wonderful children’s playground and of course the free-to-visit Phoenix Park Visitor Centre itself.
The Office of Public Works has installed a new free water filling station in the courtyard of the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre. You can now fill your reusable bottle for free, avoiding unnecessary single use plastic drinking bottles while helping the environment.
