Charming cafes and tearooms scattered all over Donegal are often best-kept local secrets - is there somewhere you think is worth sharing?
It’s time to celebrate the best places and the people who work hard to make them so special.
From excellent coffee, quirky cups and mouth-wateringly Instagram worthy cakes – we are spoiled for choice when it comes to an afternoon treat.
Funny wall signs, twee table covers and great views or books to browse make for great cafes. If there is somewhere you always rave about, tell us below.
Donegal Woman will be presenting a top list of cute cafes in Donegal to help you select a pretty place for your next catch up with friends. It will be a guide for everyone to discover new hideaways that deserve attention.
NOTE: Survey is now closed. Thank you to all who voted.
If you need inspiration, here are some suggestions from the best of Instagram:
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August 12, 2017
I enter the Glebe Tea rooms in Churchill as the cutest tea rooms with the best food the best coffee and the best staff
August 12, 2017
Coffeetime!!
August 13, 2017
The buttercup tea room , vintage area, a step back in time and the food and treats u could sit all day !!
August 14, 2017
The Buttercup Tearoom in ballybofey is beautiful.
August 14, 2017
The Buttrecup Tearoom is my choice because all the food and baking is freshly cooked every day
Fresh veg and salad taken from the community garden by Kerry every morning.
You couldn’t get any fresher..
The staff is very friendly .
August 14, 2017
The Buttrecup Tearoom is my choice because all the food and baking is freshly cooked every day
Fresh veg and salad taken from the community garden by Kerry every morning.
You couldn’t get any fresher..
The staff is very friendly .
August 14, 2017
The shack marble hill totally outstanding coffee craic and scenery !!
August 15, 2017
The Hatter Tearoom in Stranorlar serve the Best Coffee and Food, the Staff are attentive and polite. The atmosphere is simply wonderful. Should be top of the list for a visit.
August 15, 2017
Thanks so much Yvonne for your lovely comment and support as always.
August 15, 2017
Coffee go Leor. Wonderful coffee and lovely treats. I’m never disappointed ??
August 15, 2017
The Beach Hut Coffee Shop in Bundoran takes some beating. Lovely family feel good place ran by Mum and her 2 young girls. Cake to die for. Well worth a visit.
August 15, 2017
Buttercup tearoom in Ballybofey. Once u open the door you have that vintage feeling … wonderful coffee and tea .great home baking all fresh on daily basis .. Lovely atmosphere and great staff …
August 16, 2017
The Beach hut bundoran beautiful little spot cosy wee place I luv a wee family feel place . No better feeling in beautiful bundoran ☘
August 16, 2017
Maddy’s Sweet Treats, Rossnowlagh is fantastic.
August 16, 2017
Maddys Sweet Treats in Rossnowlagh! It’s newly opened and is opposite the friary. The food is all home baked and the home made sausage rolls are heaven! !
August 16, 2017
Found this little treasure Maddy’s sweet treats when on a day trip to Rossnowlagh with
Mother and sister- warm welcome delicious home baking, lovely atmosphere with a vintage touch and great that it is wheelchair accessible
August 16, 2017
Maddys sweet treats is a hidden Gem, freshly baked pastry and home made lunches. Plus it’s just a stones throw from the beach. A must try when in Rossnowlagh
August 16, 2017
Maddy’s Sweet Treats, Rossnowlagh is super cute – food is fab and staff are great – it’s a little gem of a place – well worth a visit.
August 16, 2017
Tinas teacakes coffeehouse in Newtowncunningham. Excellent coffee, warm friendly staff and food is delicious. Well worth a visit!
August 16, 2017
Has to be Tinas teacakes coffee house monfad newtoncunningham has a superb setting and beautiful decor old fashioned cosy & comfortable excellent staff always make you feel at home and the unbelivebale amount of homemade fresh cakes are Devine and the cheesecakes are a must they also have a fantastic range of gluten free items so when me & my friends visit they can also have the scrumptious treats too would highly recommend them.
August 16, 2017
Amazing coffee and lovely fresh food daily. Warm staff and warm feel to the place and just want the area needed. Well worth a call in for the desserts alone
August 16, 2017
Has to be The Lily Rose coffee shop in Buncrana, from the quaint decor to the delicious cakes and buns and the staff know you by name and are so friendly and hilariously funny
August 16, 2017
Honeypot coffee house letterkenny . It’s a vintage style cafe with the best coffee and amazing pancakes!!!! …?
August 16, 2017
Tina’s tea cakes coffee house in Newtown Cunningham is just lovely! Beautifuly and tastefully decorated, the loveliest staff and wonderful food. It’s a welcome stop off on the road to Derry or too letterkenny for that matter. What more could you possibly ask for.
August 17, 2017
Honeypot Coffee House, Letterkenny. No trip to Letterkenny complete until had visit here. Relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff. Colleens lovely fresh made cheesecakes and wee coffee.
August 17, 2017
Maddys Sweet Treats in rossnowlagh? ah -maze-ing- this girl can do no wrong!! I crave her cupcakes when I go home but love to have an excuse to go back. So friendly and right beside a beautiful beach n walkway.. Perfect for all ages!! Xx
August 17, 2017
The Coffee Cup at Fort Dunree, fabulous coffee with breathtaking views ?
August 18, 2017
The lily rose coffee shop and sandwiche bar Buncrana?
Great service ? Excellent food ? Cakes to die for ?
What more can a girl want in her life ?