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Franklins Restaurant, Dooradoyle
Irish food typical of Franklins Restaurant
Irish food typical of Franklins Restaurant

Irish · Dooradoyle, Co. Limerick

Franklins Restaurant Dooradoyle

Open now Closes at 18:00 4.2 on Google · 165 reviews

Opening hours

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Open now Closes at 18:00
Weekly opening hours for Franklins Restaurant
Monday09:30 – 18:00
Tuesday09:30 – 18:00
Wednesday09:30 – 18:00
Thursday09:30 – 18:00
Friday today09:30 – 18:00
Saturday09:30 – 18:00
Sunday12:00 – 18:00

Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.

Full hours & directions

Units 6/7 Crescent Shopping Centre, Dooradoyle, Limerick

  • CuisineIrish
  • Price€€
  • Phone+353 61 484 545
  • Nearest stationLimerick Colbert Station · 2.5 km
  • ServiceTakeaway
  • AccessWheelchair friendly

About Franklins Restaurant

Franklins Restaurant brings an Irish restaurant experience to Units 6/7 Crescent Shopping Centre, Dooradoyle. The cooking is proudly Irish: hearty stews, fresh seafood and quality local beef.

Public transport is handy: Limerick Colbert Station station lies roughly 2.5 km from the door. It is one of 29 places to eat we list in Dooradoyle. Nearby, BB's Coffee and Muffins is only 30 m down the road.

Good to know: takeaway, delivery and wheelchair access are available here. It is listed as catering for vegetarian diets. You can eat here any day of the week. The earliest start is 9:30am on Monday, and the latest close is 6pm on Monday. On Google it holds 4.2 out of 5 from 165 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff, coffee and atmosphere. A typical bill comes to roughly €10–20 a head.

Key facts

CuisineIrish
TypeRestaurant
Price guide€€ (mid-range)
Typical spend€10–20 per person
Google rating4.2 / 5 from 165 reviews
Good for kidsYes
ParkingYes
AddressUnits 6/7 Crescent Shopping Centre, Dooradoyle, Limerick
Phone+353 61 484 545
TakeawayYes
DeliveryYes
Wheelchair accessYes
Vegetarian optionsYes
Open7 days a week · 57 hours in total
Nearest stationLimerick Colbert Station (2.5 km)
From Dublin city centre178 km
Coordinates52.63991, -8.64520

At a glance

Services & amenities at Franklins Restaurant

Service

  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

On the menu

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
  • Salad bar
  • Vegetarian options

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot

Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.

Menu highlights

What to order at Franklins Restaurant

Full menu
  • Vegetable Curry

    Mild coconut curry of seasonal vegetables with basmati rice

    VG

    €16.50
  • Traditional Bacon & Cabbage

    Boiled loin of bacon, buttered cabbage, parsley sauce, mash

    €19
  • Chicken Wings

    Crispy wings tossed in house hot sauce with blue cheese dip

    S

    €10.50
  • Fish & Chips

    Beer-battered cod, hand-cut chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce

    €20
  • Black Pudding Salad

    Clonakilty black pudding, poached egg, apple and mustard dressing

    €10.50
  • Lamb Shank

    Braised Wicklow lamb shank, rosemary jus, champ

    GF

    €28

Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.

Estimated busy times

Usually busiest around noon on Fridays.

Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for irish venues — not live data.

Good to know

  • Today is — hours: 09:30 – 18:00
  • Sunset in Dooradoyle today: 19:10
  • Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 2pm
  • One of 29 places to eat in Dooradoyle

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Reviews

4.2/5 on Google · 165 reviews

What recent reviewers mention most:

Friendly staffCoffeeAtmosphere

Maja BiernatDecember 2025 · via Google
★★★★★

The food is amazing and the chai latte I get there every morning just gets my day started. The service there is top notch, won’t find it anywhere else. Go to Franklin’s if you still haven’t and you’ll fall in love.

Mariana MJune 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

Amazing food and a great atmosphere. I also want to give a special mention to Jorge and Osvaldo — they were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back!

Ashish2025 · via Google
★★★★★

Franklin Restaurant promises a delightful dining experience with mouthwatering dishes at every meal. Their sandwiches, paninis, and coffee at lunchtime are standout favorites, making it an ideal spot to gather with family and friends. The warm and welcoming hospitality of the manager and staff adds a personal touch, ensuring every visit feels special.

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Questions & answers

Where is Franklins Restaurant?

Franklins Restaurant is located at Units 6/7 Crescent Shopping Centre, Dooradoyle, Limerick. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

Is Franklins Restaurant open on Sunday?

Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 12:00 – 18:00.

What time does Franklins Restaurant close tonight?

It is open right now and closes at 18:00 (Irish time).

Does Franklins Restaurant do takeaway?

Yes, takeaway is available.

Is Franklins Restaurant wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.

What other restaurants are near Franklins Restaurant?

The closest alternatives are BB's Coffee and Muffins (30 m), KFC (30 m) and Chatime (30 m).

How is Franklins Restaurant rated?

Franklins Restaurant has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 on Google, based on 165 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, coffee and atmosphere.

How much does a meal at Franklins Restaurant cost?

Most diners report spending about €10–20 per person.

Is Franklins Restaurant good for children?

Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.

What is the nearest train station?

Limerick Colbert Station is about 2.5 km away, around 5 minutes by car.

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