Badger & Dodo is my favourite coffee ever. Although they’re based in Cork, they have a café in Galway I’ve wanted to visit since finding out about it.
Last time we were in Galway we arrived after it had closed, but this time as we spent the night there we got to go both days, although the first day we only just made it with enough time to get a coffee to-go (I appreciate that their takeaway cups are compostable) and look around for a minute. They close pretty early compared to other cafes who tend to stay open until 6pm.
Conveniently located by the bus station station, the café should be a first stop for anyone arriving in the city.
The Badger & Dodo Café

What To drink
The first day, I got an oat latte. For anyone vegan or dairy free, oat milk (especially Oatly) is by far the best alternative to milk in coffee. It froths better than other dairy alternatives and has a very mild flavour so it doesn’t overpower the coffee. Badger & Dodo has a stronger, richer flavour than other beans so the latte was the perfect wake-me-up after a long bus ride that felt like being trapped in Satan’s armpits.
The next day I got a mocha, also made with oat milk, as a throw back to my old favourite café which is where I originally discovered them. Due to their stronger flavour, Badger and Dodo makes the best mochas as the coffee and chocolate perfectly complement each other without either flavour being too overpowering. It was like a throwback to being 17 again where I drank so many I’m surprised I didn’t OD on caffeine.

Final Thoughts On The Badger & Dodo Café
The café is a little smaller than I expected, but the fact that most of the building is glass means that it doesn’t feel cramped. The orange colour scheme and décor of coffee bags was a nice touch.
I impulse bought a handmade flower pot they were selling, and it’s made a cute home for my new cactus.

The staff were also really nice, and they had a great selection of food available too. I really liked all the unique scone variations they had like apple and coconut. Overall, I’ll definitely be visiting again next time I’m in Galway.
You can read about my experience in a Tim Horton’s café and the time I tried the strongest coffee in the world.

Ooh their items sound so nice!
I love finding cute little coffee shops! Especially when they have a good selection of food too! 😊
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An absolutely wonderful read for an coffee lover! I will be looking into Oatly as I have never tried it, but am always looking for dairy substitutes in my morning cup of coffee. Thanks for the recommendation!
Thank you, as far as oat milk goes Oatly is the best brand!
So nice!!! Thanks for the pic and the beautiful description. I will have to go back and read more of your posts. I just found you today
Thank you!
This is a great post! I always love to know about cafes because I am a big fan of hot drinks! 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing. x
Love this especially for a coffee lover like me. Awesome post. Hoping to visit soon ❤