The Hazel House Travel Guide

Free Guide: Rustic mountain café with farm-fresh eats, wood-fired pizzas, petting farm, and woodwork classes in Dublin's Tibradden hills—a cozy family haven blending food, craft, and nature.

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The Hazel House

A brief summary of The Hazel House

Rustic mountain café with farm-fresh eats, wood-fired pizzas, petting farm, and woodwork classes in Dublin's Tibradden hills—a cozy family haven blending food, craft, and nature.

Nestled in the Dublin Mountains at Blackberry Lodge, The Hazel House is a rustic café, woodwork school, and petting farm offering farm-fresh breakfasts, wood-fired pizzas, and hands-on workshops. Enjoy organic produce from their polytunnels, a cozy courtyard terrace, kids' birthday parties, and scenic mountain views in Tibradden. Open daily from 10am with pizza nights on Fridays.

1–3 hrsTime to spend
$$Mid-range
Indoor & outdoorSetting
4 / 5Mobile signal

On-site amenities

  • Restrooms
  • Food options
  • Drink options
  • Seating areas
  • Sheltered areas
  • Picnic areas
4.5 Excellent · 966 Google reviews
Plan your visit

Opening hours

  • Mon10 am–4 pm
  • Tue10 am–4 pm
  • Wed10 am–4 pm
  • Thu10 am–4 pm
  • Fri10 am–9 pm
  • Sat10 am–5 pm
  • Sun10 am–5 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

Address
Blackberry Lodge, Mutton Ln, Tibradden, Co. Dublin, D16 NY78
Phone
Website

Getting there

Driving

20-min drive from Dublin city center via M50; ample free parking on site. Scenic mountain route.

Bus

Bus 16 from Dundrum to Edmondstown (30-40 min, €2-3), then 15-min uphill walk.

Taxi

€25-35 from city center (20-30 min); taxis available for pizza nights.

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Café & Farm-Fresh Dining

Perched on Mutton Lane in Tibradden's wooded embrace, The Hazel House embodies rustic Irish hospitality. The café serves seasonal menus featuring organic ingredients from onsite polytunnels and bakery—think full Irish breakfasts with Clonakilty sausages, avocado smash on sourdough, fluffy pancakes, and savory sandwiches. Wood-fired pizzas headline Friday evenings, paired with wines in the courtyard. Gluten-free and vegan options abound, with afternoon tea showcasing homemade scones, cakes, and prosecco. No reservations needed for daytime; arrive early on weekends.

Woodwork School & Creative Workshops

Beyond dining, the venue shines as a woodwork haven led by artisan Niall. Adults and children craft fairy doors, medieval weapons, milking stools, or pizza paddles in a refurbished workshop. These sessions blend skill-building with relaxation amid mountain air. The space hosts events like movie nights, craft demos, and fun days, fostering community in this mountain retreat.

Kids' Parties & Petting Farm

Families flock here for unique birthday parties: kids woodwork then roll personal pizzas for wood-fired baking, topped with cake and party bags at €25 per child (8-30 kids, weekends 11am-1pm or 3-5pm). A petting farm delights with animal interactions—feeding goats and chickens in the free-access animal area. Picnic tables invite lingering, blending education, play, and nature.

Outdoor Courtyard & Mountain Setting

Dublin Mountains' fresh air enhances every visit. The terrace buzzes in spring-summer for al fresco meals; pets welcome. Proximity to Marlay Park pairs café stops with walks and playgrounds. Shop handmade crafts, jams, preserves, smoked meats, seasonal plants, and sourdough. Ample parking eases access to this hideaway, 20 minutes from Dublin city.

Seasonal Events & Sustainability

Friday pizza-and-wine nights (6-9pm) draw groups; book ahead. Organic farming practices shine through polytunnel produce and low-impact ethos. Cosy interiors mix eclectic tables with homely charm, perfect for brunch escapes or relaxed lunches. Whether recharging solo or celebrating with loved ones, The Hazel House delivers wholesome mountain magic.

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Best time to go

Quietest: Jan, Feb & Dec · before 9am or at 5pm or from 10pm

How busy it gets, month by month Estimated
  1. Jan: 40% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  2. Feb: 40% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  3. Mar: 50% of the busiest month
  4. Apr: 60% of the busiest month
  5. May: 70% of the busiest month
  6. Jun: 90% of the busiest month
  7. Jul: 100% of the busiest month
  8. Aug: 100% of the busiest month
  9. Sep: 80% of the busiest month
  10. Oct: 70% of the busiest month
  11. Nov: 50% of the busiest month
  12. Dec: 40% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
How busy it gets, hour by hour Estimated
  1. 8am: 11% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  2. 9am: 33% of the busiest hour
  3. 10am: 78% of the busiest hour
  4. 11am: 89% of the busiest hour
  5. 12pm: 100% of the busiest hour
  6. 1pm: 100% of the busiest hour
  7. 2pm: 89% of the busiest hour
  8. 3pm: 78% of the busiest hour
  9. 4pm: 56% of the busiest hour
  10. 5pm: 22% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  11. 6pm: 67% of the busiest hour
  12. 7pm: 89% of the busiest hour
  13. 8pm: 78% of the busiest hour
  14. 9pm: 44% of the busiest hour
  15. 10pm: 11% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest

Busy times are Evendo estimates for a typical year, to help you plan. Actual crowds vary with events, school holidays and the weather.

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