Egg sandwiches and brunch favourites are at the heart of the latest food news Ireland story, as Mad Yolks has confirmed the closure of its popular Rathmines café. The Dublin breakfast spot served its final customers on Sunday, bringing an end to its time in the neighbourhood.
The café shared the announcement on Instagram, thanking customers and staff for their support while explaining that the business will now refocus its attention on its Smithfield headquarters.
Mad Yolks Rathmines closes after years of Dublin brunch service
Mad Yolks said the decision to close the Rathmines branch had not been easy. In its statement, the team expressed gratitude to past and present employees, as well as the customers who helped the café reach this point.
The Rathmines location became known for its relaxed breakfast and brunch offering, particularly its egg-focused sandwiches served on toasted brioche. The closure will be disappointing news for local residents and regular visitors searching for familiar places to eat Dublin, but the brand has confirmed that its Smithfield location remains open.
A café built around creative egg sandwiches
Founded by brothers Hugh and Eoin O’Reilly in 2018, Mad Yolks developed a distinctive place in Dublin’s busy café scene. Its menu centred on generously filled sandwiches, with eggs providing the signature ingredient.
The classic Mad Yolk combined scrambled eggs with fresh chilli, chives, caramelised onion, Applewood cheddar, rocket and sriracha mayonnaise, all served in toasted brioche. The combination helped make the café a popular choice for Dublin brunch and informal breakfast dining.
For anyone looking for the best brunch Dublin has to offer, the brand’s Smithfield café is now the remaining destination to visit. Customers should check the business’s own social channels for current opening details and menu information before travelling.
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What happens next for Mad Yolks?
Mad Yolks has not announced that the wider business is ending. Instead, the Rathmines closure allows the team to concentrate on its Smithfield base, where the café continues to welcome customers.
The key takeaway for fans is simple: Mad Yolks Rathmines is now closed, but the Smithfield location remains available for those craving the brand’s signature egg sandwiches and brunch-style food. It is another reminder of how quickly the Dublin café landscape can change, even for well-known local favourites.
For current opening hours, availability and updates, customers should contact Mad Yolks or consult its official social media channels.
