One of the best value Michelin-starred meals in Ireland can be found in Cork
Planning to splash out on a truly special meal?
A bevvy of Cork restaurants retained their Michelin star status at the annual awards this week and one of them happens to boast one of the best-value Michelin-starred meals in Ireland.
While the average cost of a Michelin-starred tasting menu for two is €285, if you’re fancy but frugal, Rob Krawczyk’s Restaurant Chestnut in the village of Ballydehob, West Cork comes in a good €45 cheaper at €240.
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Ahead of Valentine’s Day, experts from restaurant and bar suppliers, Alliance Online Ireland analysed the menus of Ireland’s 21 starred restaurants to gather the price of a tasting menu for two.
At €190 per couple, Dublin’s Variety Jones was revealed to be the most affordable option. Established in 2018 by brothers Keelan and Aaron the family-style eatery uses local, organic and seasonal ingredients and has held its Michelin star since 2019.
Dublin is also home to Bastible which came in second at €210 for two for its tasting menu. Since gaining its Michelin star in 2022 the vibrant restaurant has wowed guests with its laid back approach to modern fine dining.
Homestead Cottage in Doolin, County Clare, waves the flag for fine dining in the heart of the countryside at €218 per couple, while Restaurant Chestnut shared fourth spot alongside one of the newest additions to Ireland’s Michelin-starred restaurants, Ballyfin situated in Ballyfin Demesne hotel in County Laois.
