Best Gastropubs in Ireland

In total, there are 6 award winning gastropubs in Ireland, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in Ireland? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list gastropubs in the UK and Ireland holding an award from a major UK restaurant guide; less than 3% of the total restaurants in the UK and Ireland currently hold such an award, and the proportion of award winning gastropubs is likely even lower than this.

The best gastropub in Ireland is Spitalfields in Dublin (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning Traditional Cuisine. Spitalfields currently holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand.

There are currently no gastropubs holding a Michelin Star in Ireland, however there is 1 gastropub holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 5 gastropubs holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

At present, there are no gastropubs holding an AA Rosette in Ireland; maybe the AA Guide inspectors will visit in the near future!

Nestled in the heart of the North Atlantic, Ireland gigantically famous for its sumptuous cuisine, steeped in rich history, and brimming hospitably with delightful pubs. These public houses, as their fuller name suggests, aren't just watering holes; they form the cultural backbone of Ireland. The country's food history abounds with surprisingly varied gastro-pub staples. For example, the exquisite Irish stew, originally a humble 'pot au feu', has been transformed over centuries into a warming, comforting gourmet experience that encapsulates Ireland's pastoral and maritime bounty. Another symbolic meal is the hearty black pudding, a sausage made from pig's blood, oatmeal, and spices. It's a culinary tradition that harks back to Ireland's agricultural past when nothing from the butchered pig went to waste. If you're joining us on this Irish culinary journey, we won't be forgiven if we skip the highlight reel: the food pubs! The English Market in Cork City, apart from being a cornucopia of fresh produce, houses the Farmgate Cafe, a fantastic spot for traditional Irish fare. Dublin, the capital city, is not to be left out of the gastronomic adventure with its renowned pubs such as The Winding Stair and The Woollen Mills, serving up a modern take on traditional dishes with the freshest of local ingredients. Venturing to the southwest coastline, Morans Oyster Cottage in County Galway is a must for seafood lovers. And for a truly immersive experience, one can visit Gastro Pub of the Year 2018 multiple times winner, The Legal Eagle in Dublin, for their admirably sincere approach to traditional Irish cuisine. A trip to Ireland, veined with vibrant culinary scenes, is indeed a gustatory journey into a beautiful tapestry of history and flavours.