The Food&Wine Restaurant of the Year Awards celebrate the very best of Ireland’s hospitality industry — recognising the restaurants, chefs and teams setting the standard for excellence across the country.

From neighbourhood gems to destination dining, these awards honour outstanding food, service, creativity and consistency, while spotlighting the talent shaping Ireland’s dynamic restaurant landscape.

Judged through a panel of industry experts, the awards are designed to recognise genuine excellence and celebrate those delivering exceptional dining experiences.

At a time when the hospitality sector continues to evolve, the Food&Wine Restaurant of the Year Awards remain a trusted benchmark of quality — championing the people and places defining how Ireland eats now.

The 2026 Restaurant of the Year Awards takes place on Sunday, November 8, at The Shelbourne, Dublin

For ticket or sponsorship enquiries, please contact nryan@businesspost.ie

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