From artisan makers selling uniquely Irish homewares to neighbourhood wine joints and wellness spaces, our writers have compiled their hotlist of the small shops worth a visit this summer

Independent shops 2025

Katy McGuinness, Aoife Carrigy, Orla Dempsey, Nicola Brady, Orla Neligan and Alex Meehan

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For the fourth year of our 100 best independent shops list, we asked our writers to pick their favourite small retailers around the country, with a particular focus on new ventures knocking it out of the park and established businesses doing something new or innovative. From farmers selling their produce directly to customers, to clothing stores championing sustainability, and even a baked goods vending machine, the result is an eclectic list that celebrates all that is great about Ireland’s small shops…

Glenageary Dart Station, Station Road, Glenageary, Dublin