Independent

Boru

◷ Brian Boru Bridge, Victorian Quarter, Cork, Ireland · ££ · Independent
Ratings refresh from Google Places

What's behind the bar

Roaster
Red Strand Coffee
Espresso machine
Not yet confirmed
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

Small cafe near Kent Station pouring Red Strand Coffee from Clonakilty, with vegan and gluten-free pastry options and a patio. Pours Red Strand Coffee.

Brew methods

Espresso Batch brewV60 / pour-overAeroPressCold brewProper decaf

The cake cabinet

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Coffee & cake

Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.

Good to know

☀ Outdoor seating⬡ Sells beans to take home

Boru: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does Boru use?

Boru pours Red Strand Coffee.

What espresso machine does Boru use?

Boru has not had its espresso machine confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. We list the machine and grinder for every cafe that tells us.

Is Boru independent?

Yes. Boru is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.

Does Boru have cake?

Yes. Boru serves coffee and cake.

On the Cork trail

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