Aldridge Lodge

Duncannon, New Ross, Co Wexford.

Hidden within this charming country guesthouse, overlooking the picturesque fishing village of Duncannon, Euro-toques Chef Billy Whitty and his partner Joanne Harding run this amazing contemporay gem of a restaurant. The imaginative use of excellent, honest, organic, home grown ingredients in their restaurant combined with the charming ambience of the relaxing bedrooms makes you wish you did not have to leave!

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Aqua Restaurant

1 West Pier, Howth, Co Dublin.

Charlie Smith and Richard Clery's Aqua restaurant located in the picturesque North Dublin fishing village of Howth, has the most spectacular views overlooking Howth Sound it’s neighbouring islands. Aqua is the perfect destination for visitors and locals alike to enjoy delicious simple cooking with an emphasis on fish and seafood, as fresh as it could possibly be.

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Ard Bia and Nimmos

Spanish Arch, Galway City.

Aoibheann McNamara’s Ard Bia and Nimmo’s Restaurant, located at the Spanish Arch at the historical heart of the vibrant city of Galway, overlooking the Claddagh Basin, on the River Corrib is real a little gem. Offering a myriad of rustic Irish, New Zealand and Middle Eastern cuisine, with dishes to delight every palate, from seasonal meats to fresh fish complimented by the local artisan produce you’ve come to love with all our Good Food Ireland members.

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Arlington Lodge Country House Hotel

John’s Hill, Waterford.

Maurice Keller is Arlington Lodge, his presence and his greeting transcends this elegant country house with its antique furniture and Georgian architecture into a home. Individually decorated bedrooms are furnished with antiques, all feature king-or queen-sized beds, and some have four-posters and fireplaces. Great emphasis is placed on fresh, local produce in the stylish Robert Paul restaurant and the beguiling atmosphere of this luxurious country house exudes tranquility and charm.

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Ashford Castle

Cong, Co Mayo.

Staying at Ashford Castle is not a hotel experience; one has a sense of visiting an estate. With over 350 acres of personal tranquillity to explore, you will find plenty to entertain you with Ireland’s School of Falconry, Fishing on Lough Corrib, 9-hole Golf Course, Tennis, Lake Cruising, Clay Shooting, an Equestrian Centre, Health & Beauty Rooms and the most beautiful gardens. And combine all of this with a superb selection of dining experiences to choose from all embracing and utilising the fruits of the land and the nearby Atlantic Ocean.

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Ballymaloe Country House & Restaurant

Shanagarry, Co Cork.

Welcome to the home of real Irish food, this renowned Irish Country House Hotel and Restaurant owned and run by the Allen family for over 40 years, is at the heart of what is great about Irish food. Nestled in a 400-acre estate in rural East Cork, Ballymaloe offers a warm family welcome, luxurious accommodation and award-winning cuisine, which celebrates the best of local, seasonal produce.

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Bay Tree Holywood (The)

118 High Street, Holywood, Co Down, BT18 9HW.

For the best part of 20 years, The Bay Tree Coffee House in Holywood has been attracting customers from far and wide. It is a food lover’s paradise, as Sue Farmer uses the best of local ingredients on her inventive menu. Sue prepares all her homemade fresh tasty food with tender care and her famous, secret recipe, Cinnamon Scones are worth the trip alone!

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Bellinter House

Navan, Co Meath.

Bellinter House, less than an hour from Dublin City, presides on 12 acres of lush woodland on the banks of the River Boyne, with 3 miles of fishing beats, in site of the majestic Hill of Tara. This opulent Country House Hotel exudes period glamour and invites you to indulge in the Bathhouse Spa, unwind in your luxurious elegantly styled bedroom, relax in the impressive Drawing Room, Games Room or Library and delight your culinary senses at the exquisite Eden Restaurant in the vaulted cellar.

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Bó Bós

22 Wexford Street, Dublin 2.

Despite the apparent fast-food associations of burger joints, here, at last, is a place that manages to retain a food ethos that is anything but fast. Situated in Dublin’s ever more hip Wexford/Camden street area,Stephen McCusker and Jay Burke's Bó Bós is a retro burger bar with a difference.

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Boyles of Dromore

8-12 Castle Street, Dromore, Co Down

Idyllically situated beside the ruins of the Old Castle in the Historical town of Dromore on the River Lagan Boyles is one of the most welcoming places you’re likely to come across. With award winning Chef Raymond Murray in the kitchen and Martin Darwin at front of house there’s no doubting the food and service is of the highest quality and you are in for a real culinary treat.

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