There was lots of Kerry success at the 2026 YesChef Awards.
The awards celebrate and honour excellence in the Irish hospitality industry by recognising outstanding chefs, restaurants and hospitality venues.
O’Carroll’s Cove won Best Seafood Restaurant in all of Ireland, and its chef Maria O’Carroll was crowned best chef in Munster.
Druids Restaurant at the Killarney Avenue Hotel was named Best Country House Restaurant in Munster, and The Brasserie at the Lake Hotel was named Best Luxury Hotel Restaurant in Munster.
O’Donoghue Public House in Killarney was crowned Best Gastro Pub in Munster, and Café du Parc won Best Vegetarian Menu in Munster.
The Killarney Park was named Best Hotel Restaurant in Munster, and its chef Damaris Rosinel was named Best Young Chef in the province.
