One of my favourite places on the planet! Simply the kindest, most adorable and welcoming owners Rebecca and Tony. No matter the weather, these two will be sure to warm your soul. The panini, cakes, and espressos are out of this world. All freshly made with perfectly balanced flavours. Thank you both for the many hours of exceptional hospitality and for always making me feel at home!
Italian · Bray, Co. Wicklow
Carpe Diem Restaurant Bray
Closed now Opens tomorrow at 10:00 4.9 on Google · 367 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday today | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions5a Albert Ave, Bray, Co. Wicklow
- CuisineItalian
- Price€€
- Phone+353 1 276 2697
- Nearest stationBray Daly Station · 170 m
About Carpe Diem
Carpe Diem brings an Italian restaurant experience to 5a Albert Ave, Bray. Expect Italian comfort food — think fresh pasta, antipasti and classic desserts like tiramisù.
Public transport is handy: Bray Daly Station station lies roughly 170 m from the door. Bray has 127 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. The closest neighbouring restaurant is The Dough Box, 70 m away.
It opens 6 days a week from 10am to 6pm and is closed on Tuesday. Its public Google rating stands at 4.9 stars (367 reviews), with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff, tasty food and desserts & cakes.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Italian |
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| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Google rating | 4.9 / 5 from 367 reviews |
| Address | 5a Albert Ave, Bray, Co. Wicklow |
| Phone | +353 1 276 2697 |
| Open | 6 days a week · 48 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Bray Daly Station (170 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 20 km |
| Coordinates | 53.20312, -6.09921 |
Menu highlights
What to order at Carpe Diem
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€15.50
Quattro Formaggi
Mozzarella, gorgonzola, fontina, parmesan
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€14
Burrata
Creamy burrata, heritage tomatoes, basil pesto
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€8.50
Arancini
Crispy saffron risotto balls with mozzarella and tomato sugo
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€17
Prosciutto e Rucola
Parma ham, rocket, parmesan shavings
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€21
Linguine ai Frutti di Mare
Mussels, prawns, clams and squid, white wine, cherry tomatoes
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€11
Calamari Fritti
Lightly fried squid, lemon and garlic aioli
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 1pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for italian venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 10:00 – 18:00
- Sunset in Bray today: 19:01
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
- One of 127 places to eat in Bray
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Friendly staffTasty foodDesserts & cakes
Loved this place. A very nice restauant close to the Seafront in Bray. Great location.
A very nice lady took my order. Very friendly. A good selection. I noticed a wine menu available but l am reasonably sure l didnt notice beer on sale.
A small premises with a great athmosphere. I am not 100% sure wheelechair friendly, as l already mentioned a small premises, but please do not let that put you of, please check for yourself.
Paid street parking available.
Great value.
Well worth a visit.
This restaurant is a real hidden gem! The focaccia was fantastic, and the meaty lasagna and the desserts were equally delicious. You could really taste the high quality of the ingredients used – it's clear that the owner cares deeply about maintaining a high standard.
The staff and owner were also very friendly. We will certainly be back.
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Where is Carpe Diem?
Carpe Diem is located at 5a Albert Ave, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Carpe Diem open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 10:00 – 18:00.
What time does Carpe Diem close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens tomorrow at 10:00.
What other restaurants are near Carpe Diem?
The closest alternatives are The Dough Box (70 m), Butler & Barry (80 m) and Finnbees (90 m).
How is Carpe Diem rated?
Carpe Diem has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 on Google, based on 367 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, tasty food and desserts & cakes.
What is the nearest train station?
Bray Daly Station is about 170 m away, roughly 2 minutes on foot.
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