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Smith's Diner, Cavan
American food typical of Smith's Diner
American food typical of Smith's Diner
American food typical of Smith's Diner
Cavan, County Cavan

American and Burger · Cavan

Smith's Diner Cavan

Open now Closes at 22:00 4.3 on Google · 767 reviews

Opening hours

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Open now Closes at 22:00
Weekly opening hours for Smith's Diner
Monday12:00 – 22:00
Tuesday12:00 – 22:00
Wednesday12:00 – 22:00
Thursday12:00 – 22:00
Friday today12:00 – 22:00
Saturday12:00 – 22:00
Sunday12:00 – 22:00

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

Full hours & directions
  • CuisineAmerican and Burger
  • Price€€
  • Phone+353 49 436 5080
  • ServiceTakeaway
  • AccessWheelchair friendly

About Smith's Diner

On Cootehill Rd in Cavan, Smith's Diner is an American restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. American-style comfort food — burgers, wings and ribs — dominates the menu.

The nearest well-known landmark is Abbey Land, approximately 1.2 km on foot (15 min). It is one of 64 places to eat we list in Cavan. The closest neighbouring restaurant is The Orchard, 80 m away.

Good to know: takeaway, delivery and wheelchair access are available here. Diners with dietary needs will be pleased to see vegetarian options noted. It opens every day from noon to 10pm. Diners rate it 4.3/5 on Google across 767 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff, tasty food and good for families. Expect to spend around €10–20 per person.

Key facts

CuisineAmerican and Burger
TypeRestaurant
Price guide€€ (mid-range)
Typical spend€10–20 per person
Google rating4.3 / 5 from 767 reviews
Good for kidsYes
ParkingYes
AddressCootehill Rd, Drumalee, Cavan
Phone+353 49 436 5080
TakeawayYes
DeliveryYes
Wheelchair accessYes
Vegetarian optionsYes
Wi-FiYes
Open7 days a week · 70 hours in total
Nearby landmarkAbbey Land (1.2 km)
From Dublin city centre102 km
Coordinates54.00082, -7.35495

At a glance

Services & amenities at Smith's Diner

Service

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

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

On the menu

  • Alcohol
  • Coffee
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • University students

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street 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 Smith's Diner

Full menu
  • Bacon Cheeseburger

    Smoked bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato

    €14.50
  • Crispy Chicken Burger

    Buttermilk chicken, slaw, hot honey

    S

    €12.50
  • Mozzarella Sticks

    Marinara dip

    V

    €8
  • Onion Rings

    Beer-battered, chipotle mayo

    V

    €6
  • BBQ Burger

    Onion ring, BBQ sauce, smoked cheddar

    €15
  • BBQ Ribs

    Half rack, fries, slaw

    GF

    €22

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 6pm on Fridays.

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

Good to know

  • Today is — hours: 12:00 – 22:00
  • Sunset in Cavan today: 19:04
  • Best time for a quieter table: 4pm or after 8pm
  • One of 64 places to eat in Cavan

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Reviews

4.3/5 on Google · 767 reviews

What recent reviewers mention most:

Friendly staffTasty foodGood for families

Christina GleesonMay 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

An amazing little spot.. highly recommend. Food was great.. well fed, well.watered

Response from the owner

Thanks so much Christina for the lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the food and felt well looked after 😊
Really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you back again soon! …

Charles CummingAugust 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

Great food. Excellent staff and good atmosphere. A place easily recommended. Will be back for certain.

ee OMarch 2026 · via Google
★★★★★

Nice family restaurant with American dinner vibes. Plenty of food choices for everyone.Food was delicious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Free parking space😊

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Questions & answers

Where is Smith's Diner?

Smith's Diner is located at Cootehill Rd, Drumalee, Cavan. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

Is Smith's Diner open on Sunday?

Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 12:00 – 22:00.

What time does Smith's Diner close tonight?

It is open right now and closes at 22:00 (Irish time).

Does Smith's Diner do takeaway?

Yes, takeaway is available.

Is Smith's Diner wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.

What other restaurants are near Smith's Diner?

The closest alternatives are The Orchard (80 m), The Side Door Restaurant (100 m) and Indian Spice (960 m).

How is Smith's Diner rated?

Smith's Diner has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Google, based on 767 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, tasty food and good for families.

How much does a meal at Smith's Diner cost?

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

Is Smith's Diner good for children?

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

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