WHETHER it is a morning coffee on the commute or a quick stop while exploring the county, Clare has several coffee hatches, coffee boxes and drive-throughs offering hot drinks, iced coffees and food to take away.
From Ennis and Lissycasey to Inagh, Lahinch and Shannon, here are some options for coffee on the go:
Coffee Rush Drive Thru, Ennis and Lissycasey
Coffee Rush has outlets on Tulla Road in Ennis and on the N68 at Lissycasey, providing drive-through options for commuters and motorists travelling through the county. They also have locations at Coonagh Cross/Clondrinagh on the Ennis Road and Chadwick’s on Childers Road in Limerick.
The Ennis outlet is listed as opening from 7am to 7pm Monday to Saturday and from 8am to 7pm on Sundays. Clare County Council lists bank holiday hours as 9am to 7pm. The Lissycasey outlet has similar listed hours.
The menu includes hot and iced coffees, frappes, flat whites and food options such as wraps, toasties, sausage rolls and sweet treats.
1848 Coffee Box, Ennis
Located at the Halfway House on Clare Road in Ennis, 1848 Coffee Box is a takeaway-focused coffee stand for those looking for a quick stop outside the town centre.
Published listings give its opening hours as 7.30am to 3pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 2pm at weekends. Its listed drinks include espresso-based coffees such as lattes, cappuccinos and mochas, as well as hot chocolate.
Route 85 Coffee Drive Thru, Inagh
Route 85, on Main Street in Inagh along the N85 between Ennis and North Clare, is a family-run coffee stop with an on-site bakery.
The business uses coffee supplied by Old Barracks Roasters, while its bakery prepares sweet and savoury items. Food options include scones, croissants, paninis, toasted sandwiches and sausage rolls, alongside cakes and other treats. Ice cream and sundaes are also available, with outdoor seating for customers who want to take a break from the road.
Its listed opening hours are 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm on Saturdays and 9am to 5pm on Sundays.
Coffee Hatch, Lahinch
For those heading to the coast, Coffee Hatch is located on the Promenade in Lahinch, close to the beach. It is a predominantly takeaway coffee stop, with an outdoor bench providing a place to pause in the seaside village.
Alongside hot and iced coffee, the offering includes tea, alternative milks and baked treats. The business has also highlighted locally sourced products.
Its listed opening hours are 7am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 7.30am to 6pm at weekends, although opening may be affected by weather or seasonal changes.
Starbucks Drive Thru, Shannon
Located at Shannon Free Zone West, Starbucks offers a drive-through as well as a café option. Its menu includes hot and iced coffees, blended drinks, teas and accompanying snacks.
The store’s listed hours are 7am to 7.30pm Monday to Friday and 8.30am to 7.30pm at weekends.
From a quick coffee before work to a stop on the drive to the coast, these outlets offer takeaway options across Clare.
Opening hours and menus may change, particularly on bank holidays and during quieter seasons, so check directly with each business before travelling.
