The winners of the Georgina Campbell Awards 2026 have been announced, highlighting Ireland’s leading fine dining restaurant, chef, hotels, and other hospitality venues.
Annual Awards Recognize Excellence in Irish Hospitality
The Georgina Campbell Awards, now in their 26th year, are among the longest-running independent hospitality awards in Ireland. The awards celebrate outstanding achievements across the country’s food and hospitality sector, including restaurants, hotels, guesthouses, and cafés.
Best Fine Dining Restaurant and Chef of the Year
This year, the title of Best Fine Dining Restaurant went to Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen in Dublin. The restaurant is recognized for its innovative cuisine and exceptional service. Chef Mickael Viljanen was also named Chef of the Year, praised for his creativity and leadership in the kitchen.
Hotel and Accommodation Winners
The award for Hotel of the Year was presented to The Europe Hotel & Resort in Killarney, County Kerry. The property was commended for its luxurious facilities and high standards of hospitality. The Guesthouse of the Year accolade went to Number 31 in Dublin, noted for its unique character and welcoming atmosphere.
Other Notable Winners
- Café of the Year: The Fumbally, Dublin
- Pub of the Year: Blair’s Inn, County Cork
- Seafood Restaurant of the Year: Osteria Lucio, Dublin
Commitment to Quality and Sustainability
The Georgina Campbell Awards place a strong emphasis on quality, hospitality, and sustainability. Winners are selected based on anonymous inspections and ongoing assessments, ensuring that only venues maintaining high standards are recognized.
Further Information
For a full list of winners and more details about the Georgina Campbell Awards 2026, visit the official announcement at this link.
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