- Overall: 1826 Adare, Adare A highly acclaimed, independent fine-dining restaurant in the charming village of Adare, run by chef Wade Murphy and Elaine Hourigan. Housed in a historic building, it delivers elegant, seasonal modern Irish cuisine spotlighting premium local produce like Skeaghanore duck and fresh seafood, with consistent praise for refined presentation, warm service, and accolades including a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
- Café: Café Rosé, Limerick city A stylish, popular café in Limerick City, loved for its excellent coffee, fresh pastries, light bites, salads, and vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, making it a go-to spot for casual, high-quality café experiences.
- Casual Dining: The French Table Restaurant, Limerick city A longstanding favourite in Limerick City offering approachable, French-inspired casual dining with classic dishes, excellent value, generous portions, and a friendly, unpretentious setting that draws locals regularly.
- Chef: Michael Tweedie, The Oak Room at Adare Manor, Adare Head chef Mike Tweedie at the Michelin-starred Oak Room, honoured for his luxurious, precise contemporary cooking, featuring premium Irish ingredients with innovative techniques in one of Ireland’s most opulent hotel restaurants.
- Contemporary Irish Cuisine: The East Room Restaurant, Limerick city A sophisticated venue in Limerick City specialising in modern Irish fare, creatively interpreting seasonal local produce with elegant, flavour-driven dishes in a stylish, contemporary environment.
- Customer Service: The Bedford Restaurant at The Bedford Townhouse, Limerick city Recognised for its exceptional, warm, and highly attentive hospitality at this charming townhouse restaurant in Limerick City, where personalised service elevates every dining experience.
- Employee Excellence Award: Chelsea Cahill, Savoy Bar, Limerick city Honouring Chelsea Cahill for her remarkable dedication, professionalism, and outstanding contributions as an employee at the historic Savoy Bar in Limerick City.
- Gastro Pub: The Curragower Bar and Kitchen, Limerick city A scenic riverside gastro pub in Limerick City, celebrated for its quality pub classics, seasonal local ingredients, craft beers, and lively yet comfortable atmosphere overlooking the River Shannon.
- Hotel and Guesthouse Restaurant: The Oak Room at Adare Manor, Adare The lavish, Michelin-starred restaurant within the iconic Adare Manor hotel, renowned for its grand fine dining, impeccable service, wood-panelled elegance, and showcase of top-tier Irish ingredients in a historic estate setting.
- Innovator of the Year: The Olive Tree, Limerick city Praised for creative innovation in dining, menu development, or hospitality concepts at this Limerick City establishment, bringing fresh ideas to the local scene.
- Local Food Hero: John Edwards Joyce, The Mustard Seed Country House & Restaurant, Echo Lodge, Ballingarry Recognising John Edwards Joyce for his passionate advocacy of local, seasonal produce and sustainable practices at this acclaimed rural country house restaurant near Ballingarry, a longstanding champion of Limerick’s food heritage.
- Newcomer: Eleven 14 Coffee Roasters, Limerick city A promising new artisanal coffee roastery and café in Limerick City, awarded for its high-quality roasts, fresh brews, and strong early contributions to the city’s coffee culture.
- Pub of the Year: Tom Collins’ Bar, Limerick city A classic, welcoming pub in Limerick City, honoured for its authentic atmosphere, excellent drinks selection, lively vibe, and solid pub food in a traditional Irish setting.
- Restaurant Manager: Elaine Hourigan, 1826 Adare, Adare Commending Elaine Hourigan for her exemplary leadership, seamless operations, and outstanding management at the multi-award-winning 1826 Adare.
- Sustainable Practices: Woodlands House Hotel & Spa, Adare Honoured for its commitment to eco-friendly initiatives, ethical sourcing, waste reduction, and green operations at this popular hotel and spa near Adare.
- Use of Social Media: 101 Limerick, O’Connell Street, Limerick city Recognised for its creative, engaging social media strategy that effectively promotes its offerings, events, and vibrant energy on O’Connell Street in Limerick City.
- Wine Experience: The Copper Room, Limerick city Celebrated for its curated wine selection, knowledgeable service, thoughtful pairings, and refined wine-focused dining experience in Limerick City.
- World Cuisine: Jasmine Palace Restaurant, Limerick city A popular Limerick City restaurant specialising in authentic Asian (primarily Chinese-inspired) world cuisine, offering flavourful, high-quality dishes in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.
Michelin Star
- The Oak Room, Adare Manor, Adare, A grand, elegant restaurant under executive chef Mike Tweedie, praised for refined, well-balanced modern cuisine, exceptional Irish ingredients, great attention to detail, and an outstanding wine list.
Recommended:
- East Room Restaurant, Limerick City (Plassey House), A modern cuisine venue offering creative, high-quality dishes in a sophisticated setting.
Georgina Campbell Awards
- Irish Bread Award: The Mustard Seed, Ballingarry, A renowned restaurant celebrated for its exceptional house-baked brown bread, showcasing quality local ingredients and baking excellence.
Good Food Ireland Awards
- Host of the Year (National Winner): Louis Murphy of The Dunraven Arms Hotel, Adare, A dedicated host recognised for outstanding hospitality and leadership in this historic hotel’s dining experiences.
- 4-Star Hotel Finalist: Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel & Spa, Adare, Shortlisted for excellence in hospitality and dining within this family-run spa hotel.
- 4-Star Hotel Finalist: The Dunraven Adare, Adare, Recognised as a finalist for top-tier hotel hospitality and food offerings.
- County Limerick’s awards scene is dominated by luxury estate and manor dining in Adare (notably The Oak Room and 1826 Adare), alongside strong rural performers like The Mustard Seed, reflecting exceptional fine dining, hospitality, and use of local produce in a county renowned for its historic and high-end culinary experiences. No additional major Bib Gourmand or other national awards were prominently listed for Limerick beyond these in.
Restaurant awards
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow – Overall – County winners – Good Food Ireland – Michelin Star
2025 Restaurants Association of Ireland Awards by county
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
2024 Restaurants Association of Ireland Awards by county
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
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Limerick combines historic landmarks with riverside charm, with Limerick City’s King John’s Castle offering insights into medieval history along the Shannon. The Hunt Museum showcases an eclectic art collection, while Adare’s thatched cottages and historic manor add picturesque appeal. Other attractions include the nearby Ballyhoura Mountains’ cycling trails. Limerick is Ireland’s tenth largest county by size (2,686 sq km), and ninth largest by population (209,536). Population peaked at 330,029 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 133,339 in 1971. In terms of hospitality, Limerick is Ireland’s seventh most visited tourist county with around 420,000 international visitors per year.
