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Silk Road Cafe

Middle Eastern, Vegan Moussaka

4.1food Very vegan-friendly

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Top tips

For the Wednesday set dinner, book online in advance; it includes a vegan or vegetarian main, salads, dessert, and wine for €20.
Enjoy the museum courtyard or outdoor garden seating when taking a break from the Chester Beatty collection.

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Try the vegan moussaka with rice and two salads; reviewers mention generous plates and Middle Eastern spices.
Ask what vegan hot dishes and salads are available that day, since the menu changes.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention salad, moussaka and beet and watermelon salad.

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Also carrot couscous salad, hummus, baklava, falafel, sandwich, stuffed pepper and stuffed peppers.

Good for

The vibe: families

Praised for good value, generous portions and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for friendly service.

Good to know

Gluten-free options
Outdoor seating
Breakfast, lunch, takeout, quick bites
Cards and mobile pay

About

Inside the Chester Beatty museum, this café serves Middle Eastern-inspired hot dishes such as vegan moussaka with rice and salad, alongside falafel sandwiches and daily-changing sides. Lunch is often described as good value, with indoor courtyard and outdoor garden seating; note that some dishes are reheated to order and portions can vary.