A humble and quaint French inspired cafe with fantastic, personal service by Eddie. A hidden gem of a cafe spot in Waterford City, along the Quays. Would highly recommend!
French · Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford
Rendezvous Café & Bistro Waterford City Centre
Hours unconfirmed Typical hours shown — call ahead 4.8 on Google · 83 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Thursday today | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 – 16:00 |
Unconfirmed: these are typical hours for similar french venues in Waterford City Centre. Please phone ahead.
Full hours & directionsMeagher's Quay, Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford
- CuisineFrench
- Price€€
- Phone+353 85 234 7036
- Nearest stationWaterford Plunkett Station · 460 m
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Rendezvous Café & Bistro
Set on Meagher's Quay, Rendezvous Café & Bistro is a French café in the heart of Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford. The cooking follows the French tradition with a nod to Irish ingredients.
If you are sightseeing, Beach Tower is only 190 m away. By rail, Waterford Plunkett Station is the closest station at 460 m. Our Waterford City Centre guide currently covers 242 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. It shares the spot with Red Chilli, which is just next door.
According to the listing data we hold, it offers takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating and wheelchair access. Its public Google rating stands at 4.8 stars (83 reviews), with recent reviewers most often mentioning coffee and tasty food. Expect to spend around €10–20 per person.
Key facts
| Cuisine | French |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Typical spend | €10–20 per person |
| Google rating | 4.8 / 5 from 83 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Address | Meagher's Quay, Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford |
| Eircode | X91 CY2H |
| Phone | +353 85 234 7036 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Nearest station | Waterford Plunkett Station (460 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Beach Tower (190 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 134 km |
| Coordinates | 52.26270, -7.11475 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Rendezvous Café & Bistro
Service
- Outdoor seating
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Dining
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
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 Rendezvous Café & Bistro
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€26
Boeuf Bourguignon
Slow-cooked beef, pomme purée
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€10.50
Chicken Liver Parfait
Brioche, onion marmalade
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€10
Tarte Tatin
Crème fraîche
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€25
Coq au Vin
Braised chicken, red wine, lardons
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€10
French Onion Soup
Gruyère croûton
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€14.50
Cheese Selection
French and Irish farmhouse
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of café. 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 french venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 08:00 – 17:00
- Sunset in Waterford City Centre today: 19:06
- Best time for a quieter table: noon or after 3pm
- One of 242 places to eat in Waterford City Centre
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
CoffeeTasty food
Humble cafe on the Waterford Main Street. Owner was kind enough to make us the most delicious chicken panini to start our morning. If you’re looking for some good coffee and sandwiches this is the place.Segafredo has an acquired taste. This cafe is soulful and brightens your day.
Thanks so much 😊making food with love is aways delicious 👌 frenchcafe Waterford by segafredo 🇨🇵 …
A charming and atmospheric little cafe. Owner very hospitable, willing to talk and very polite. We ate the best crocque madame in southern Ireland here, with the owner sharing some of his other wares with us on his own initiative. The cakes and coffee were also very good. Definitely a place to recommend and worth a visit while in Waterford.
Amazing food with all my heart
Thanks so much for you visit @rodril voyer
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Where is Rendezvous Café & Bistro?
Rendezvous Café & Bistro is located at Meagher's Quay, Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Rendezvous Café & Bistro?
Verified opening hours have not been published for this venue yet, so we show typical hours for similar restaurants in the area. Please phone ahead before travelling.
Does Rendezvous Café & Bistro do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is Rendezvous Café & Bistro wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Rendezvous Café & Bistro?
The closest alternatives are Red Chilli (10 m), Little Italy Waterford (20 m) and Chingon Badass Burritos & More... (50 m).
How is Rendezvous Café & Bistro rated?
Rendezvous Café & Bistro has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 on Google, based on 83 public reviews. Reviewers often mention coffee and tasty food.
How much does a meal at Rendezvous Café & Bistro cost?
Most diners report spending about €10–20 per person.
Is Rendezvous Café & Bistro good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly.
What is the nearest train station?
Waterford Plunkett Station is about 460 m away, roughly 6 minutes on foot.
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