- Overall: Zucchini’s Restaurant, Navan, A long-established favourite in Navan town centre, renowned for its modern Irish cuisine using seasonal local ingredients and warm, professional service after 20 years of excellence.
- Chef: Mahipal Singh of Cinnamon Garden Restaurant, location in County Meath, An acclaimed chef recognised for his expert preparation of authentic Indian dishes and creative flavours in this popular venue.
- Restaurant Manager: Cal Donoghue of Fifty50, Navan, An outstanding manager honoured for exceptional leadership and contribution to outstanding service in this vibrant eatery.
- Hotel and Guesthouse Restaurant: Brabazon Restaurant at Tankardstown House, Slane, An elegant fine-dining restaurant within the historic country house hotel, celebrated for its refined seasonal cuisine and luxurious estate setting.
- Café: The Happy Cup, location in County Meath, A charming café known for its excellent coffee, fresh bakes, and welcoming, relaxed atmosphere.
- Casual Dining: Tribe Restaurant, Duleek, A modern casual spot specialising in high-quality, approachable meals with a focus on fresh ingredients and innovative twists (also recognised as Innovator of the Year for creative contributions).
- World Cuisine: Cinnamon Garden Restaurant, location in County Meath, Awarded for its outstanding authentic Indian and South Asian offerings, blending traditional techniques with local produce.
- Customer Service: Inside Out, Slane, A welcoming venue praised for its exceptional friendly and attentive hospitality.
Georgina Campbell Awards
- Business Hotel of the Year: Johnstown Estate, Enfield, A premier business-oriented hotel recognised for its excellent facilities, hospitality, and dining options in a convenient location.
- Natural Food Award (prior recognition, ongoing relevance): Rock Farm Slane, Slane, A sustainable venue celebrated for its commitment to natural, ethical food production and farm-to-table ethos.
Good Food Ireland Awards
- Meat Producer Finalist: Brogans Butchers, location in County Meath, Shortlisted for excellence in high-quality, locally sourced meats supporting the county’s food scene (though not a restaurant, it underpins many dining experiences).
Restaurants Association winners full list
- Overall; Zucchini’s Restaurant, Navan
- Café: The Happy Cup
- Casual Dining: Tribe Restaurant Duleek
- Chef: Mahipal Singh, Cinnamon Garden Restaurant
- Contemporary Irish Cuisine: The Vanilla Pod Restaurant at Headfort Arms Hotel
- Customer Service: Hogan’s Farm Shop & Cafe
- Employee Excellence Award: Laura Jenkins, La Bucca Ratoath
- Gastro Pub: The Central Navan
- Hotel and Guesthouse Restaurant: Brabazon Restaurant at Tankardstown House
- Innovator: Tribe Restaurant Duleek
- Local Food Hero: The Flaherty Family of What’s for Pudding
- Newcomer: Stonewall Coffee
- Pub: Swan’s Bar
- Restaurant Manager: Christopher White, The Pigeon House Restaurant
- Sustainable Practices: Headfort Arms Hotel
- Use of Social Media: WTF Burgers
- Wine Experience: Brabazon Restaurant at Tankardstown House
- World Cuisine: Cinnamon Garden Restaurant
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 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
2024 Restaurants Association 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
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Meath is steeped in Ireland’s ancient past, with the Hill of Tara offering a glimpse into royal history and panoramic views. The UNESCO-listed Brú na Bóinne complex, including Newgrange and Knowth, showcases intricate Neolithic tombs, while Trim Castle provides medieval grandeur. Other attractions include the Boyne River’s scenic walks and historic Slane Castle. Meath is Ireland’s 14th largest county by size (2,336 square km) and eighth largest by population (220,826). Population previously peaked at 183,828 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 62,969 in 1926. In terms of hospitality, Meath is Ireland’s 19th most visited tourist county with around 122,000 international visitors per year.
