We have a number of cafés in the Mater Hospital. They offer a variety of breakfast and lunch options, a range of snacks available all day as well as hot and cold drinks. There is also a newsagent and a Meagher's Pharmacy available.


Londis

The shop sells newspapers, magazines, greeting cards, gifts, toiletries, stationery, confectionery, ice cream and National Lottery tickets. Snacks, sandwiches and hot drinks are also available.

Located in the Whitty Wing, Level 0 - just inside the North Circular Road entrance.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 8:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am - 7:45pm
Sunday: 9:00am - 7.45pm


Café Sol

There are two of these cafes in the hospital.

Café​ Sol, Level 1, McGivney Wing

This Café​ Sol is located inside the McGivney entrance on Eccles Street. It has seating for 60 people inside with additional seating in the lobby area and a small outdoor area. It serves hot and cold drinks and pastries. There is also a range of breakfast options served from 7am-11am (cereals, porridge, toast) and lunch options from 11am to 3pm (pre-made sandwiches, salads, soups and stews/curries). 

Opening hours

Monday - Saturday: 7:00am - 7.30pm
Sundays and bank holidays: 9:00am - 4:00pm

T: (01) 803 4183

Café​ Sol, Level 3, McGivney Wing

This is a larger cafe with seating for over 150 people. It serves hot and cold drinks, pastries, continental breakfast and a wide selection of lunches. Sandwiches are made to order, and the lunch menu includes quiches, salads, soups, stews/curries and a range of pre-made lunches.

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Weekends and bank holiday: closed

T: (01) 803 4380


Starbucks

A large café with indoor and outdoor seating facilities offers hot and cold drinks, pastries, sandwiches and cakes.

Located in the Whitty Wing, Level 1.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday: 6:00am - 6:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm


Londis newsagent and café

Newsagent shop is currently closed for refurbishment and will reopen in the near future.


Meagher's pharmacy

Meagher’s Pharmacy offers a large range of gifts, skincare products, health & Wellbeing products and makeup/cosmetics.

Located in the Whitty Wing, Level 0 – just inside the North Circular Road entrance.

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Weekends: Closed

T: (01) 811 7781

F: (01) 811 7781 


Vending machines

Vending machines are located throughout the hospital.