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Local winners Munster Restaurant Awards
Five Killarney-based businesses have been recognised for their excellence at the Munster Regional Irish Restaurant Awards 2025.
The awards, which celebrate the best of the region's food and hospitality industry, were announced at a ceremony in Cork on Tuesday.
The Irish Restaurant Awards, now in its 16th year, received an impressive 165,000 public nominations, highlighting the strong support for local eateries.
Over 700 people attended the regional final at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa in Little Island.
The five successful Killarney establishments are:
Danú at The Brehon: Awarded ‘Best Use of Social Media’ in Kerry.
J.M. Reidy's: Named as Kerry's ‘Best Gastro Pub’
LUNA Kenmare Place: Named Kerry's ‘Best Café’
Willow Café Milltown: Won Kerry's ‘Best Newcomer’
Tango Street Food Muckross Road: Received the award for Kerry's ‘Best World Cuisine.’
Seán Collender, President of the Restaurants Association of Ireland said: “The Munster Regional Awards highlight the outstanding talent that makes this region a vital part of Ireland’s food culture. I want to extend my sincere congratulations to all the winners and nominees. Your commitment and perseverance are what keep this industry alive."
The Munster winners will now look forward to the All-Ireland Awards Gala Dinner, scheduled for May 19, at the Clayton Hotel in Dublin.
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