FOOD AND WINE'S 2019 Guide To Ireland's Best Chefs And Restaurants

The all-new FOOD AND WINE Awards in association with Rémy Martin were announced at a fabulous luncheon on Sunday, August 25th in The Shelbourne, Dublin. This is the complete list of Top 10s for each category, a veritable who's who of Ireland's hospitality industry and a guide for where to eat and drink across the country. 

Top chefs and restaurateurs from all over Ireland, as well as culinary talent from across the globe, were in attendance at the 2019 FOOD AND WINE awards in association with Rémy Martin, where editor Dee Laffan and editorial director Ellie Balfe hosted and presented an array of awards. Attendees were treated to a delicious three-course meal created by The Shelbourne's Executive Head Chef Garry Hughes alongside perfectly matched wines courtesy of O'Briens Wines and Gérard Bertrand. This year, several new categories, including industry-nominated awards, were introduced to showcase how Ireland's culinary scene is constantly changing.

OX in Belfast was awarded the top prize, taking home Best Restaurant in Ireland, as well as Best Restaurant Ulster, and Best Chef Ulster for Stephen Toman. Mickael Viljanen of The Greenhouse in Dublin was named Best Chef in Ireland 2019, as well as Best Chef Dublin.

The Hall of Fame award, which salutes those who have been part of the fabric of the Irish food and drink industry throughout their career, was given to John and Sally McKenna of McKenna's Guides. The McKenna's are two of Ireland's most respected food journalists who highlight the best of the best around the whole country. 

This is the ultimate guide to Ireland's best...

NATIONAL RESTAURANT AWARDS

Hotel Restaurant of the Year

WINNER: The Oak Room @ Adare Manor, Limerick

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Taylor & Clay, Bullit Hotel, Limerick

COMMENDED: The Lady Helen, Mount Juliet Estate, Kilkenny

Top 10 Hotel Restaurants In Ireland

1. The Oak Room, Adare Manor, Limerick
2. Taylor & Clay, Bullit Hotel, Belfast
3. The Lady Helen, Mount Juliet, Kilkenny 
4. The Garden Room, The Merrion Hotel, D2
5. Catalina Restaurant, Lough Erne Estate, Fermanagh
6. Rusheenduff Restaurant, Renvyle House, Connemara, Galway
7. The Saddle Room, The Shelbourne, D2
8. The Owenmore, Ballynahinch Castle, Connemara, Galway
9. The Mustard Seed, Eco Lodge, Ballingarry, Limerick
10. La Fougére, Knockranny House Hotel, Westport, Mayo 

Helmed by chef Mike Tweedie, The Oak Room is one of the finest dining locations in the west, serving up contemporary menus created with local Irish ingredients, the winner of Hotel Restaurant of the Year is The Oak Room at Adare Manor #FWAwards19 @tweediesm @TheAdareManor pic.twitter.com/A9ZP635Vrv

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Casual Dining

WINNER: Assassination Custard, Dublin 8

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Forest & Marcy, Leeson Street, Dublin 4

COMMENDED: Tartare, Galway

Top 10 Casual Dining Restaurants In Ireland

1. Assassination Custard, D8
2. Forest & Marcy, D4
3. Tartare, Galway
4. Etto, D2
5. Piglet, D2
6. Miyazaki, Cork
7. Little Fox, Ennistymon, Clare
8. Pickle Restaurant, D2
9. Grow HQ, Waterford
10. Deasy's Harbour Bar & Seafood Restaurant, Ahidelake, Cork

A family-run eatery which champions local Irish produce in a tiny restaurant on Kevin Street in Dublin, the winner of our Best Casual Dining award goes to @assassinationcu #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/VzoNjRfcrh

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Farm & Sea To Plate 

WINNER: Michael’s, Dublin

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Inis Meáin Suites, Inismeáin 

COMMENDED: Longueville House, Cork

Top 10 Farm & Sea To Plate In Ireland

1. Michael’s, Mount Merrion, Dublin
2. Inis Meáin Suites, Inismeáin, Co. Galway
3. Longueville House, Cork
4. Grow HQ, Waterford
5. Sage, Midleton, Cork
6. The Strawberry Tree Restaurant, Wicklow
7. Misunderstood Heron, Leenaun, Galway 
8. Aimsir, Kildare
9. Aldridge Lodge, Wexford
10. Ballymaloe House, Cork

Run by Chef Gaz Smith, the winner of our Farm & Sea to plate award is known for its dedication to great Irish seafood, with the restaurant's ever-changing menu showcasing unusual ingredients. Congratulations to @MichaelsCoDub #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/OVk2sYPQrk

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best for Wine Lovers 

WINNER: The Black Pig, Kinsale, Cork

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Whelehan's Wines, Dublin

COMMENDED: Ely, Dublin

Top 10 For Wine Lovers In Ireland

1. The Black Pig, Kinsale, Cork
2. Whelahans wines, Dublin
3. Ely, Dublin
4. Ox, Belfast 
5. Green Man Wines, Dublin
6. Fish Shop, Benburb Street, Dublin
7. Sheridan's Wine Bar, Galway
8. Greenacres, Wexford
9. Variety Jones, Dublin
10. Loose Cannon, Dublin

Known for its extensive wine list, the winner of our next award offers hundreds of wines by the bottle and the glass, highlighting a range of unique flavours and regions. The winner of our Best for Wine Lovers awards goes to @blackpigwinebar #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/2WtfATLDrW

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Classic of the Year

WINNER: Ballymore Inn, Kildare

HIGHLY COMMENDED: The Mustard Seed, Limerick

COMMENDED: China Sichuan, Sandyford, Dublin

Top 10 Classics In Ireland

1. Ballymore Inn, Co. Kildare
2. The Mustard Seed, Limerick
3. China Sichuan, Sandyford, Dublin
4. Montys of Kathmandu, D2 
5. Renvyle House, Galway
6. Ard Bia, Galway
7. L’Ecrivain, D2
8. Cornucopia, D2
9. Cafe Paradiso, Cork
10. One Pico, D2

This family-run inn is well-known for its hospitality and homegrown produce. Open for more than 16 years, this spot is well-loved by all who visit. The winner of our Classic of the Year award goes to @TheBallymoreInn
#FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/CNDSftJbFQ

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Pub Food of the Year 

WINNER: The Oarsman, Leitrim

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Kealy's Seafood Bar & Restaurant, Greencastle, Donegal

COMMENDED: The Legal Eagle, D1

Top 10 For Pub Food In Ireland

1. The Oarsman, Leitrim
2. Kealy's Seafood Bar and Restaurant, Donegal 
3. Legal Eagle, D1 
4. L. Mulligan Grocer, D7
5. Power's Thatched Pub, Oughterard, Galway
6. The Old Spot, D4
7. Mickys Ryan's Bar and Restaurant, Tipperary
8. Fowl Play, Square Ball, D2
9. Salty Dog, Bangor, Co. Down
10. Fisk, Downings, Co. Donegal

This popular gastropub is popular with locals and visitors alike, who return again and again to try delicious housemade dishes. Congratulations to @TheOarsman - the winners of our Pub Food of the Year award #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/lUjQF0wGtD

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Café of the Year 

WINNER: Luncheonette, National College of Art & Design, Dublin 8

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Inishwallah, Inishbofin, Galway

COMMENDED: The Green Onion, Limerick

Top 10 Cafés In Ireland

1. Luncheonette @ NCAD, D8
2. Inishwallah, Inishbofin, Galway
3. The Green Onion, Limerick
4. Bread 41, D2
5. Press Cafe, D4
6. Brigid's Garden Café, Connemara
7. Two Pups, D2
8. Dook's, Fethard, Tipperary
9. ORSO, Cork
10. Rua, Mayo

Former NCAD student, Jennie Moran opened Luncheonette after the college canteen closed and ever since, she has been serving innovative, delicious food for students and the public alike. The winner of our Café of the Year award goes to @HiLuncheonette #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/fk92G7vNXR

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Start-Up of the Year

WINNER: Uno Mas, Dublin 2

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Little Fox, Ennistymon, Clare

COMMENDED: Bread 41, D2

Top 10 Start-Ups In Ireland

1. Uno Mas, D2
2. Little Fox, Ennistymon, Clare
3. Bread 41, D2
4. Everetts, Waterford 
5. 28 Darling Street, Enniskillen
6. Variety Jones, D7
7. Bia Rebel Ramen, Belfast
8. Lucky Tortoise, D2
9. Bowls by Kwanghi, D1 
10. Tiller & Grain, D2

The second restaurant from the team behind award-winning Etto, the winner of our Start-Up of the Year award has been wowing guests with its Mediterranean-style food since it opened. Congratulations to @UnoMasDublin #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/JPEr7GNQX2

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Readers’ Choice Awards 

WINNER: No. Three Old Bar & Restaurant, Collon, Louth

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Jordan Bailey, Aimsir 

COMMENDED: James Cullinane, Longueville House, Cork

Top 10 Readers' Choice In Ireland

1. No. Three Old Bar & Restaurant, Collon, Louth
2. Gather Restaurant, Tuam, Galway
3. Chameleon Restaurant, Temple Bar, Dublin
4. Berehaven Lodge Restaurant, Castletownbere, Cork 
5. Ait Eile Restaurant, Enniscrone, Sligo
6. Nine Arches Restaurant, Ballymahon, Longford
7. SOLE Seafood & Grill, South William Street, Dublin
8. Chef Collab
9. The Hidden Pearl Restaurant, Omagh, Tyrone
10. Three Leaves, Blackrock, Dublin

Founded by mother-and-son duo Martina and Wayne Fitzpatrick, this casual gastropub offers delicious food in a relaxed setting. The winner of our Reader’s Choice Award goes to @NoThreeCollon #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/musnh8gxIV

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

NATIONAL PEOPLE AWARDS

Rising Star of the Year 

WINNER: Roisin Gillen, Liath, Blackrock, Dublin

Top 10 Rising Stars In Ireland

1. Roisin Gillen, Liath
2. Jordan Bailey, Aimsir 
3. James Cullinane, Longueville 
4. Paula Stakelum, Ashford Castle
5. Talha Pasha, Michael’s 
6. Niamh Fox, Little Fox
7. Gráinne O’Keeffe, Clanbrassil House
8. Sean Gargano, The Legal Eagle
9. Daniel Desmond, Chapter One
10. Cathal Leonard, Potager

Part of the team that helped win Heron & Grey its Michelin star, our next awardee has hosted a pop-up honouring women in the industry and working at the newly-opened @LiathRestaurant. Congratulations to our Rising Star of the Year, Roisin Gillen @Fork_Awakens #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/UrWqU5o4ON

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Host of the Year 

WINNER: Stéphane Robin, Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, Dublin 2

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Majken Bech Bailey, Aimsir, Co. Kildare

COMMENDED: Jane O’Callaghan, Longueville House, Cork

Top 10 Hosts In Ireland

1. Stephane Robin, Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, D2
2. Majken Bech Bailey, Aimsir, Co. Kildare
3. Jane O’Callaghan, Longueville House, Cork
4. Danny Desmond, Chapter One, D2
5. Robert Bowe, Ashford Castle, Mayo
6. Adam Stockman, The Ivory Champagne Bar, Belfast
7. Kevin Hui, China Sichuan, Sandyford, Dublin
8. John Edward Joyce, The Mustard Seed, Limerick
9. Nicholas Faujors, La Fougere, Knockranny House, Westport, Mayo
10. Beryl Kearney, Viewmount House, Co. Longford 

Restaurant manager at Ireland's only two-starred Michelin restaurant, the winner of our next award is known for his welcoming manner and ability to put diners at ease. Congratulations to our Host of the Year, Stéphane Robin #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/ioA722PDEl

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Pastry Chef of the Year 

WINNER: Darren Hogarty, Chapter One, Dublin 1

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Lali Gonzalez, The Greenhouse, D2

COMMENDED: Nicole Crow, OX, Belfast

Top 10 Pastry Chefs In Ireland

1. Darren Hogarty Chapter One, D1
2. Lali Gonzalez, The Greenhouse, D2
3. Nicole Crow, OX, Belfast
4. John Robert (JR) Ryall, Ballymaloe House, Cork
5. Paul Kelly, Merrion Hotel, D2
6. Paula Stakelum, Ashford Castle, Mayo
7. Karen Smith China Sichuan, Sandyford, Dublin
8. Daniel C Duckett, Lazy Claire Patisserie, Belfast
9. Eoin Cluskey, Bread 41, D2
10. Graham Herterich, The Bakery by The Cupcake Bloke, D8

Working at one of Dublin's best-known Michelin-starred restaurants @chapteronedub, this chef’s creations are both delicious and beautiful, highlighting the very best of Irish produce. The winner of our Pastry Chef of the Year award goes to @StanPastry #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/oi0gToY6Xc

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Sommelier of the Year 

Sponsored by O'Briens Wines & Gérard Bertrand

WINNER: Cathryn Steunenberg, Aimsir

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Sean Gargano, The Legal Legal 

COMMENDED: Alain Kerloc'h, OX, 

Top 10 Sommeliers In Ireland

1. Cathryn Steunenberg, Aimsir
2. Sean Gargano, The Legal Legal 
3. Alain Kerloc'h, OX, 
4. Nisea Doddy Burke, The Shelbourne 
5. Talha Pasha, Michael’s 
6. Shiva Gautam, Monty’s of Kathmandu
7. Joey Scanlon, Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud
8. Thomy Sabbe, Pearl Brasserie
9. Ian Brosnan, Ely Wine Bar
10. Jurica Gojevic, Adare Manor 

As well as creating one of the country's most innovative wine lists at newly-opened @Aimsir_Rest Cathryn is welcoming & warm to each guest that walks through the door. Congratulations to the winner of the @OBriensWine @GBvins Sommelier of the Year award @C_Steunenberg #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/ilVQHoGX9f

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Restaurant Bartender of the Year

WINNER: Alan McGillivary, The Market Bar, Dublin 2

HIGHLY COMMENDED: David Somerville The Legal Eagle, D1

COMMENDED: Paul Lambert Shaker & Vine, Swords, Dublin

Top 10 Restaurant Bartenders In Ireland

1. Alan McGillivary, The Market Bar
2. David Somerville The Legal Eagle, D1
3. Paul Lambert Shaker & Vine, Swords, Dublin
4. James Huey Walled City Brewery, Derry
5. Rose O'Toole Aimsir, Kildare
6. Ivan Kordic Old Street Malahide, Dublin
7. Ariel Sanecki Tack room Adare Manor, Limerick
8. Juba Paridi Chapter One, D1
9. Traford Murphy Ballymaloe House, Cork
10. Michal Lis, The Sidecar at The Westbury, D2

One of the most experienced bartenders in the country, he has created a delicious drinks list at @MarketBardDub, ensuring there is something on offer for every palate. Congratulations to Alan McGillivary, the winner of our Restaurant Bartender of the Year #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/UZXe0YYuDe

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

International Chef of the Year 

WINNER: Anna Haugh, Myrtle Restaurant, London, England

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Robin Gill, The Dairy, Counter Culture, Sorella & Darby's, London

COMMENDED: Clare Smyth, Core, London & Madison Square Park, NYC

Top 10 International Chefs 

1. Anna Haugh, Myrtle Restaurant, London
2. Robin Gill The Dairy, Counter Culture, Sorella, Darby's, London
3. Clare Smyth Core, London & NYC
4. Richard Corrigan, Bentley's Mayfair, London
5. Shauna Froydenlund Marcus at The Berkeley, London
6. Kevin Burke, The Ninth, London
7. Chris McClurg Paul Ainsworth, No 6 restaurant, Ainsworth
8. Brian Houlihan, Bia Boston (& more), US
9. Kevin O'Donnell Kadeau, Copenhagen
10. Andrew Walsh, Cure Restaurant, Singapore

Tallaght chef Anna Haugh has worked with some of the UK's top chefs, including Gordon Ramsay and Philip Howard, before she opened her own modern Irish restaurant in London earlier this year. Congratulations to the winner of International Chef of the Year, @Anahaugh
#FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/VKmKUjEBON

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Outstanding Champion

Sponsored by Kerrygold

WINNER: Gaz Smith

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Conor Spacey

COMMENDED: Jess Murphy

Top 10 Outstanding Champions In Ireland

1. Gaz Smith
2. Conor Spacey
3. Jess Murphy
4. Darina Allen 
5. JP McMahon 
6. Daniel Hannigan
7. Derry Clarke
8. Ross Lewis 
9. Neven Maguire
10. JB Dubois

Owner and head chef at @MichaelsCoDub , our next winner helped spearhead the Seafood September initiative, while promoting amazing Irish seafood on both his menus and social media. Congratulations to the @KerrygoldIRL Outstanding Champion award, Gaz Smith #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/jJAstcUlxA

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

REGIONAL AWARDS

Best Restaurant Ulster

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: OX, Belfast

HIGHLY COMMENDED: James St. Belfast 

COMMENDED: Muddler's Club, Belfast 

Top 10 Best Restaurants In Ulster 

1. OX Belfast
2. James St
3. Muddlers Club
4. Deane’s EIPIC
5. MacNean House
6. Wine & Brine
7. Noble
8. Catalina (Lough Erne Resort)
9. Balloo House
10. 28 Darling St

Our next winner holds one Michelin-star. Known for its inventive food and warm atmosphere. The winner of Best Restaurant Ulster goes to @oxbelfast @RemyMartinUk #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/FBu5VAwkof

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Restaurant Munster

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Ichigo Ichie, Cork

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Mews, Baltimore, COrk

COMMENDED: Bastion, Kinsale, Cork

Top 10 Best Restaurants In Munster

1. Ichigo Ichie, Cork City
2. Mews, Baltimore, Cork
3. Bastion, Kinsale, Cork
4. Wild Honey Inn, Lisdoonvarna, Clare
5. Restaurant Chestnut, Ballydehob, Cork
6. Sage, Midleton, Cork
7. The Oak Room at Adare Manor, Limerick
8. The Old Convent, Tipperary
9. Longueville House, Cork
10. Pilgrim's, Roscarberry, Cork 

Newly Michelin-starred, Takashi Miyazaki's, the winner of our next award has brought Japanese fine-dining with an Irish twist to the Rebel county, wowing guests and critics alike. The Best Restaurant Munster goes to Ichigo Ichie @miyazakicork @RemyMartinUk #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/GO8KiNgvY9

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Restaurant Connacht

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Aniar, Galway

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Loam, Galway

COMMENDED: Kai, Galway

Top 10 Best Restaurants In Connacht

1. Aniar
2. Loam
3. Kai
4. La Fougére at Knockranny House Hotel
5. Tartare
6. The Owenmore at Ballynahinch Castle
7. George V at Ashford castle
8. Ard Bia
9. West at The Twelve
10. The Cottage, Jamestown

Best Restaurant Leinster

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Aimsir, Kildare

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Campagne, Kilkenny

COMMENDED: Two Cooks, Sallins

Top 10 Best Restaurants In Leinster

1. Aimsir, Kildare
2. Campagne, Kilkenny
3. Two Cooks, Sallins, Kildare
4. Aldridge Lodge, Wexford
5. The Strawberry Tree, Wicklow
6. Rinuccini, Kilkenny
7. Lady Helen - Mount Juliet, Kilkenny
8. La Cote Seafood Restaurant, Wexford
9. Canteen, Kildare
10. Thyme, Westmeath

Opened by Jordan Bailey and Majken Bech-Bailey earlier this year, the menu at @Aimsir_Rest is an ever-changing celebration of Irish food. The winner of our Best Restaurant Leinster award goes to Aimsir @RemyMartinUk #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/hRy5dnfvGn

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Restaurant Dublin 

WINNER: The Greenhouse

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Chapter One

COMMENDED: Liath

Top 10 Best Restaurants In Dublin

1. The Greenhouse
2. Chapter One
3. Liath
4. Dax
5. Forest Avenue
6. Michael's
7. Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud
8. L'Ecrivain
9. Bastible
10. Ananda

This Michelin-starred restaurant on Dublin's Dawson Street currently offers some of the most exciting food in the country. Congratulations to @_the_GREENHOUSE , the winner of our Best Restaurant Dublin award @RemyMartinUk #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/dDVTNCkn8n

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Chef Connacht

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Enda McEvoy, Loam

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Jess Murphy, Kai

COMMENDED: Seamus Commons, La Fougére

Top 10 Best Chefs In Connacht

1. Enda McEvoy, Loam
2. Jess Murphy, Kai
3. Seamus Commons, La Fougére
4. Jp McMahon, Aniar
5. Shamzuri Hanifa, The Cottage
6. Michael O'Meara, Oscar’s 
7. Phillippe Farineau, Ashford Castle 
8. Ruari De Blacan, Inis Mean Suites
9. Claudio Schiano di Cola, Cava Bodega 
10. Frankie Mallon, An Port Mór 

Owner and chef at Michelin-starred @GalwayLoam, our next awardee is a champion of Irish food and flavours. Congratulations to the winner of our Best Chef Connacht award @endamcevoy @RemyMartinUK
#FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/NM7LQAx3gA

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Chef Munster

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Takashi Miyasaki, Ichigo Ichie 

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Ahmet Dede, Mews

COMMENDED: Mike Tweedy, The Oak Room, Adare Manor

Top 10 Best Chefs In Munster

1. Takashi Miyasaki, Ichigo Ichie
2. Ahmet Dede, Mews
3. Mike Tweedy, The Oak Room, Adare Manor
4. Paul McDonald, Bastion
5. Martijn Kajuiter, The Cliff House
6. Wade Murphy, Adare Manor
7. Niamh Fox, Little Fox
8. Rob Krawczyk, Restaurant Chestnut
9. Richard Gleeson, Dooks
10. Aidan McGrath, Wild Honey Inn

Earning his first Michelin star last year, Takashi is the owner of Miyazaki and Ichigo Ichie in Cork, which is known for serving Japanese food with an Irish twist. Congratulations to Takashi Miyasaki, the winner of the Best Chef Munster award @RemyMartinUK #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/EGOiqB3Oeq

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Chef Leinster

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Jordan Bailey, Aimsir

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Garrett Byrne, Campagne

COMMENDED: Billy Whitty, Aldridge Lodge

Top 10 Best Chefs In Leinster

1. Jordan Bailey, Aimsir
2. Garrett Byrne, Campagne
3. Billy Whitty, Aldridge lodge
4. Paul Hynes, La Cote
5. Ken Harker, Mount Juliet Estate
6. James Sheridan, Canteen
7. Barry Liscombe, Hartes Kildare
8. James Kavanagh, The Strawberry Tree
9. Fergal Dempsey, Wild and Native Seafood Restaurant
10. Antonio Cavaliere, Rinuccini

The former chef at three Michelin-starred Maaemo in Norway, @_Jordan_Bailey_ opened @Aimsir_Rest earlier this year and has been wowing visitors with his unique take on Irish food ever since. The award for Best Chef Leinster goes to Jordan Bailey @RemyMartinUK #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/sTorPkcZQ9

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Chef Ulster

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Stephen Toman, OX

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Carmel McGirr, MacNean House

COMMENDED: Niall McKenna, James St

Top 10 Best Chefs In Ulster

1. Stephen Toman, OX
2. Carmel McGirr, MacNean House 
3. Niall McKenna, James St 
4. Noel McMeel, Catalina  
5. Alex Greene, EIPIC
6. Danni Barry, Balloo House
7. Chris Molloy, The Lemon Tree
8. Chris McGowan, Wine & Brine
9. Gearoid Lynch, The Olde Post Inn
10. Tony Davidson, Fisk

Head chef at Michelin-starred restaurant @oxbelfast , Stephen is known for creating some of the country's very best food. Congratulations to the winner of our Best Chef Ulster award, Stephen Toman @RemyMartinUK #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/PYXyOtWNsp

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Chef Dublin

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Mickael Viljanen, The Greenhouse

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Damien Grey, Liath

COMMENDED: Graham Neville, DAX

Top 10 Best Chefs In Dublin

1. Mickael Viljanen, The Greenhouse
2. Damien Grey, Liath 
3. Graham Neville, DAX
4. Gráinne O’Keefe, Clanbrassil House
5. John Wyer, Forest Avenue
6. Gareth (Gaz) Smith, Michael’s 
7. Karan Mittal, Ananda
8. Keelan Higgs, Variety Jones
9. Paul McNamara, Uno Mas
10. Sunil Ghai, Pickle 

Head chef at Dublin's @_the_GREENHOUSE, @stove28 has helped the restaurant to achieve its one Michelin star status while serving unique and innovative food. The award for Best Chef Dublin goes to Mickael Viljanen @RemyMartinUK #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/PcWGIOP4wp

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

INDUSTRY AWARDS 

Best Under 30

Sponsored by S.Pellegrino

WINNER: Gráinne O'Keefe, Clanbrassil House, Dublin 2

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Karan Mittal, Ananda, Dundrum 

COMMENDED: Django Getsee, Farnham Estate, Cavan

Well-known in Dublin, @Grainne43 is head chef at @ClanbrassilH. She has had an amazing year, which has seen her take part in Guinness X MEATOPIA, the Peroni series and a variety of pop-ups. The winner of the @SanPellegrino Best Under 30 award goes to Grainne O’Keefe #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/dzwzbEqIid

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Producer

Sponsored by IFSA Chef Network

WINNER: Mike Thomson, Young Buck Cheese, Down

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Imbibe Coffee, Dublin

COMMENDED: Crawford’s Farm, Tipperary

Founded in 2014, Mike Thomson's Young Buck is Northern Ireland's first blue cheese created with local raw milk. The award for @ChefNetworkIRL Best Producer of the Year award goes to Mike Thomson @fancycheeseco #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/4IQmYRCAkx

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Workplace

WINNER: Caisleain Óir, Annagry, Donegal

HIGHLY COMMENDED: The Pig’s Ear, Dublin 2

COMMENDED: Balloo Inns Group, Antrim

Founded by the McDevitt family in 1978, this hotel is known for treating staff with courtesy and understanding, as well as keeping staff on a long-term basis due to its positive environment. The award for Best Workplace goes to @CaisleainOirHot #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/Dx0Xw17NgB

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

OVERALL WINNERS

Hall of Fame

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

John & Sally McKenna, McKenna’s Guides

Best Restaurant

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: OX, Belfast

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Chapter One, Dublin 

COMMENDED: Ichigo Ichie, Cork

1. 1. OX, Belfast
2. 2. Chapter One, D1
3. Ichigo Ichie, Cork
4. DAX, D2
5. Kai, Galway
6. Restaurant Patrick Guibauld
7. The Greenhouse, D2
8. Aimsir, Kildare
9. Mews, Baltimore
10. ­Aniar, Galway

Another award for Michelin-starred @oxbelfast, which is known for its inventive food and inviting atmosphere. The Overall winner for Best Restaurant goes to OX, Belfast #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/2hCICV1beU

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019

Best Chef 

Sponsored by Rémy Martin

WINNER: Mickael Viljanen, The Greenhouse

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Stephen Toman, OX

COMMENDED: John Wyer, Forest Avenue

Top 10 Best Chef

1. Mickael Viljanen, The Greenhouse

2. Stephen Toman, OX

3. John Wyer, Forest Avenue

4. Takashi Miyazaki, Ichigo Ichie

5. Jess Murphy, Kai

6. Gareth Smith, Michael’s

7. Graham Neville, DAX

8. Jordan Bailey, Aimsir

9. Ahmet Dede, Mews

10. Damien Grey, Liath

 

Last but not least, our final award goes to Mickael Viljanen of Dublin's Michelin-starred restaurant The Greenhouse. Known for creating some of the most inventive and delicious food in the country. The @RemyMartinUK Best Chef of the Year award goes to @stove28 #FWAwards19 pic.twitter.com/yFKg7im7T0

— FOOD AND WINE Ireland (@foodandwineIE) August 25, 2019