Where Landscape, People & Passion meet on the Plate
Ireland’s culinary reputation has never been stronger. For 2026, the island continues to shine on the global stage with an exceptional collection of Michelin-starred restaurants, each rooted deeply in place, season, and story.
Dining in Ireland is not simply about fine food — it is about connection. From Atlantic seafood pulled from cold, clean waters to heritage vegetables grown in fertile green fields, chefs across the country are transforming local ingredients into world-class cuisine. The result? Dining experiences that feel both refined and deeply authentic.
Below is a selection of Michelin-awarded restaurants across Ireland for 2026 — perfect additions to a bespoke Ireland Chauffeur Travel itinerary.
Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen ⭐⭐
18–19 Parnell Square North, Dublin 1
A cornerstone of Irish fine dining, Chapter One blends classical technique with modern Irish ingredients. Expect elegant tasting menus, impeccable service, and a refined city-centre setting overlooking Dublin’s historic Georgian square.
Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud ⭐⭐
21 Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2
Ireland’s longest-standing Michelin-starred restaurant, Patrick Guilbaud is synonymous with excellence. French haute cuisine meets the finest Irish produce in an atmosphere of timeless sophistication.
Terre ⭐⭐
Castlemartyr Resort, Cork
Set within the elegant surroundings of Castlemartyr Resort, Terre delivers a distinctive fine dining experience inspired by modern French technique and Asian influences. The tasting menu highlights exceptional Irish produce, prepared with precision and depth of flavour. Refined yet welcoming, Terre offers a memorable culinary experience in the heart of Ireland’s lush countryside.
Dede at the Customs House ⭐⭐
Baltimore, West Cork
Overlooking Baltimore Harbour, Dede brings bold Anatolian flavours to West Cork’s pristine produce. It is a remarkable marriage of Irish land and sea with Turkish culinary heritage.
Liath, Dublin⭐⭐
Blackrock, Dublin
Liath offers one of Ireland’s most intimate and immersive Michelin-starred experiences. Located in Blackrock Market, this small, chef-led restaurant presents a highly seasonal tasting menu shaped daily by the finest Irish ingredients. With just a handful of seats, dining here feels personal and theatrical — a refined, creative journey where craftsmanship and storytelling unfold with every course.
⭐ New Michelin Stars
Forest Avenue
8 Sussex Terrace, Dublin 4
The Pullman at Glenlo Abbey
Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate, Bushypark, Galway
⭐ Retaining Michelin Stars
Aniar
53 Lower Dominick Street, Galway
Ballyfin Demesne
Ballyfin, Co. Laois
Bastible
111 South Circular Road, Dublin 8
Bastion
Market Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork
Chestnut
Lower O’Connell Street, Ballydehob, Co. Cork
Campagne
5 The Arches, Gas House Lane, Kilkenny
D’Olier Street
3 D’Olier Street, Dublin 2
Glovers Alley
The Fitzwilliam Hotel, St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2
Homestead Cottage
Ballyvaughan Road, Doolin, Co. Clare
Lady Helen
Mount Juliet Estate, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny
Lignum
Bullaun, Loughrea, Co. Galway
The Bishop’s Buttery
Cashel Palace Hotel, Cashel, Co. Tipperary
The Morrison Room at Carton House
Carton House, Maynooth, Co. Kildare
The Oak Room
Adare Manor, Adare, Co. Limerick
Variety Jones
78 Thomas Street, Dublin 8
Ireland’s Michelin success is no coincidence. It begins in the fields, the fishing boats, the dairies, and the artisan smokehouses. It is shaped by farmers who have worked the land for generations, oyster growers tending Atlantic bays, cheesemakers refining family recipes, and chefs who honour both tradition and innovation.
Food in Ireland is not manufactured — it is nurtured.
Through our bespoke private journeys, Ireland Chauffeur Travel can arrange:
- Private chef’s table experiences
- Behind-the-scenes kitchen tours
- Farm and producer visits
- Oyster tastings by the shore
- Whiskey and wine pairings
- Foraging experiences along the Wild Atlantic Way
Dining becomes more than a reservation — it becomes part of your story.
Experience Ireland Through Its Flavours
From Dublin’s refined dining rooms to coastal restaurants perched above the Atlantic, Ireland offers some of Europe’s most memorable culinary experiences.
Allow us to design a custom itinerary that weaves Michelin-starred dining seamlessly into your journey — paired with luxury accommodation, private touring, and authentic local encounters.
Contact our team today or complete our enquiry form to begin crafting your bespoke culinary journey in Ireland.
