Caffè Nero

You know what you're getting when you walk into this Docklands outpost – reliable Italian-style coffee, toasties that won't disappoint, and tables you can actually spread out at without feeling rushed. The location on Excise Walk makes it a proper lifesaver for anyone working around the IFSC or just wandering the quays. The coffee's grand – not spectacular, but miles better than some of the tourist traps you'll find closer to Temple Bar. They do a decent flat white and their pastries are fresh enough. It's the kind of place where you can park yourself for a few hours with your laptop, grab a quick breakfast meeting, or just escape the office chaos. The staff move with purpose and the WiFi actually works, which puts it ahead of half the cafés in town.