Found this place by chance, and even though we were there on a busy Saturday lunch time they still managed to cater to us all. We were a group of 5 so our orders were huge so, something was hit and miss but they were quick to rectify. The outdoor seating was lovely on a clear sunny day, just the crows and seagulls trying to fetch the leftovers scared us a little. Otherwise food was great as was the location and the history around it. Definitely recommend.
Breakfast & Brunch and Café · Wicklow
The Jailers Rest Café Wicklow
Temporarily closed Listed as temporarily closed — check before travelling 4.6 on Google · 427 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| Friday today | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 – 16:00 |
Temporarily closed according to the venue's listing. The hours below are its usual hours.
Full hours & directionsGaol Ln, Kilmantin Hill, Corporation Lands, Wicklow
- CuisineBreakfast & Brunch and Café
- Price€
- Nearest stationWicklow Station · 1.4 km
About The Jailers Rest
On Gaol Ln, Kilmantin Hill in Wicklow, The Jailers Rest is a breakfast & brunch café serving locals and visitors alike. Breakfast and brunch are big here, from full Irish fry-ups to pancakes.
The nearest well-known landmark is Black Castle, approximately 500 m on foot (6 min). Arriving by train? Wicklow Station is 1.4 km away, about 18 minutes on foot. It is one of 51 places to eat we list in Wicklow. Nearby, The Fish Bowl is only 60 m down the road.
On Google it holds 4.6 out of 5 from 427 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning generous portions.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Breakfast & Brunch and Café |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Google rating | 4.6 / 5 from 427 reviews |
| Address | Gaol Ln, Kilmantin Hill, Corporation Lands, Wicklow |
| Nearest station | Wicklow Station (1.4 km) |
| Nearby landmark | Black Castle (500 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 44 km |
| Coordinates | 52.97906, -6.03741 |
Menu highlights
What to order at The Jailers Rest
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€7
Granola Bowl
Greek yoghurt, berries, honey
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€9.50
Soup & Sandwich
Soup of the day with half a sandwich
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€3
Scone
Butter and jam
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€11.50
Club Sandwich
Chicken, bacon, egg, fries
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€7
Toasted Special
Ham, cheese, tomato, onion
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€12
Full Irish Breakfast
Rashers, sausages, black & white pudding, egg, beans, toast
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 Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for breakfast & brunch and café venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 08:30 – 17:00
- Sunset in Wicklow today: 18:59
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
- One of 51 places to eat in Wicklow
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Generous portions
1hr waiting for food to arrive. Old and Chipped dishes. Cold Draft from door. Door through to toilets constantly banging from opening and closing Cheap beans used in irish breakfast dish. Staff not closing door each time. Plug in Fan heaters being provided for heating. No fire lighting. Old cutlery, properly stained from years of use. Chipped teapot lids. Overall about 3-4 out of 10. Hope it improves as its great meeting location. Customers arriving and seated well before staff and business owner arriving. Made it feel like a lifestyle business…
The full Irish breakfast here was outstanding. Also the largest breakfast with great value. Plenty of tea with it to included. I will travel from Dublin back to here on occasion for this breakfast alone 👌 10/10 Freshly cooked too. I highly recommend this place for food 🤩
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Where is The Jailers Rest?
The Jailers Rest is located at Gaol Ln, Kilmantin Hill, Corporation Lands, Wicklow. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Jailers Rest?
Verified opening hours have not been published for this venue yet, so we show typical hours for similar restaurants in the area. Please phone ahead before travelling.
What other restaurants are near The Jailers Rest?
The closest alternatives are The Fish Bowl (60 m), Pepe's Ristorante (70 m) and Lina's Take Away (80 m).
How is The Jailers Rest rated?
The Jailers Rest has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Google, based on 427 public reviews. Reviewers often mention generous portions.
What is the nearest train station?
Wicklow Station is about 1.4 km away, roughly 18 minutes on foot.
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