Corinna Hardgrave’s 2025 food awards, including her restaurant of the year
From west Cork to Belfast and Athlone to Dublin, these are our restaurant critic’s standout experiences of the year
Restaurant guides
Patrick Freyne’s quest for the best Christmas sandwich in Dublin: ‘I give it five Santas out of five’
Warning: please bear in mind that our food-critic-for-a-day has the taste buds of a junkyard dog and finds almost all food delicious
Lacklustre response to Michelin awards coming to Dublin reflects wider State indifference to restaurant sector
Lack of joined-up agency thinking in relation to Michelin is symptomatic of wider State indifference to restaurant sector
Destination dining: 14 Irish restaurants well worth a journey
Sometimes, the time it takes to get to a great spot just enhances the pleasure that awaits
Restaurants to book for the week between Christmas and new year
Some restaurants take very justified breaks at this time of year, while others are offering special treats
Twelve of the buzziest restaurants in Ireland right now
Get in the queue for a reservation immediately – none of these stylish spots will disappoint
Ten Irish restaurants where you’ll have a great time with friends
From Kerry to Clare and Cork to Dublin, you’ll struggle to have a bad meal in these special spots
Irish restaurants to visit for special occasions: From Chapter One in Dublin to Lignum in Galway
When you’re treating yourself or others, do it properly in one of these very fine spots
You don’t like tasting menus? Try these restaurants for a wider choice
You won’t find a tasting menu in any of these wonderful spots, just loads of options and plenty of clever flavours
Christmas restaurant bookings: Here are some last-minute options for your festive get-together
Consider lunch or afternoon tea if dinner reservations prove elusive
Ireland’s new fast casual food: 10 top dishes to grab and go
From Berlin-style kebabs to a new generation of fish and chips and salad bowls, our grab and go market is looking healthier than ever
How supper clubs are bringing people together: ‘We get a lot of guests who come alone. We really encourage it’
If you enjoy meeting people in a foodie setting but like leaving the organising and guest list to someone else, a ticketed event could be for you
Tim Magee’s pick of restaurants for great meals in England and continental Europe
I’ve repeatedly eaten for Ireland over the past 12 months and these are the places where I had my best meals
Small but mighty cafes and restaurants for breakfast, brunch or a quick bite
Pat yourself on the back if you manage to get a reservation in one of these clever spots
The hottest trends in London food and drink: mini cocktails, Italian confections and curry from Londis
Plus, the ultimate in nose-to-tail dining and a Greek restaurant that wants the adults to draw pictures
100 great restaurants, cafes and places to eat around Ireland for winter 2025
From Michelin dining to casual bites and new openings to beloved classics, this is a list to bookmark
Gourmet getaways: The best places to eat and drink in Clare
In the Burren, cattle graze limestone hills, kombucha ferments upstairs in a pub, and a Michelin star restaurant gives a quiet sense of what defines the region
Georgina Campbell Awards 2025: Ireland’s best fine dining restaurant, chef, hotels and more revealed
Eminent food writer appealed for Government support for the food and hospitality sector in next week’s budget
Corinna Hardgrave’s favourite takeaways in Ireland: From pizza in Dublin to crab rolls in Galway
Tried and tested over three years, these are the takeaways that stood out for our expert restaurant critic
Six good value restaurants across Ireland: From ‘bustling’ Dublin eatery to seaside fish and chips
Inventive restaurants that offer great food at affordable prices
Fifteen restaurants where adults and kids will eat happily and well
It doesn’t have to be all about the chicken nuggets when you bring kids out for dinner
Dublin Horse Show 2025: The best places to eat and drink at the RDS
Yes, there’s world-class showjumping and dazzling dressage, but the real draw to this five-day event is often edible
Eight Irish restaurants where it pays to book ahead
High demand and limited space can make it harder to get a booking. With these places, it pays to persevere
The best restaurants around Ireland for a long, leisurely lunch
From modern Irish cooking to Asian fusion, here are the best spots for a lovely lunch
Ten great places for coffee, lunch and sweet treats
From ‘daycent’ coffee in the city to a sandwich by the sea or fresh pizza in beautiful garden surroundings
The best restaurants around Ireland worth travelling to
Sensational sea views or a Michelin-starred stone-wall cottage? These places offer something more than just great food
Eat your way across Mayo: From garden to grill, the county is fast becoming a food destination
A quiet food movement is taking hold in the west – grown, caught, cooked and served without shortcuts
Restaurants in Ireland where you can save money by bringing your own bottle
Eating out is an expensive pursuit these days so it’s worth seeking value when you can
Irish pubs with a view: 14 of the best seaside bars for a sunny day
Fourteen go-to spots for the finest outdoor pints - nothing beats old-school pubs perched in stunning coastal areas
Let’s celebrate: Nine top restaurants for your next special occasion
A special occasion calls for great food and memorable surroundings; these places deliver the goods any time
Summer 2025: 100 great restaurants, cafes and places to eat around Ireland
Some of the best restaurants in Dublin, Cork, Galway and around Ireland from brand new places to classic favourites
Great places for sunny outdoor dining around Dublin
From markets and cafes to restaurants and rooftop bars, follow our guide for the best outdoor dining spots in the capital
‘People don’t just want dinner – they want an occasion’: Restaurants share their secrets to survival
In a notoriously tough industry, some restaurants manage to ride out recessions, pandemics and cost-of-living crises. What’s their secret sauce?
Food on campus: Greasy college grub makes way for smart student-led initiatives
From the Galway pantry tackling food waste to breakfast clubs and training restaurants, campus dining is having a moment
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
The GlossOpens in new window
Read the digital edition of The Gloss magazine now
Family NoticesOpens in new window
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices