An award-winning restaurant is taking over the former Sage spot in Midleton

It opens just in time for Paddy’s Day.
Michelin Guide-listed Cush, which has been in operation in the seaside village of Ballycotton in East Cork since 2020, is to relocate to a bigger premises in Midleton next month.
With renovations already underway, the restaurant will reopen to the public on March 15th at the site of the former Sage restaurant in the middle of the town.
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This move marks an expansion of the Flynn Cush Group’s offering, with Cush Ballycotton remaining in the village as a guesthouse and bar, while popular entertainment venue and restaurant, Sea Church, will continue to offer an array of concerts and festivals for visitors to the village.
“We’ve been on an incredible journey with Cush for the last five years, with so many milestones, including receiving the esteemed Michelin Bib Gourmand and being recognised by industry peers on several occasions.” said Head Chef Dan Guerin, who builds his menus on high quality meat and sustainably sourced fish, seasonal vegetables and fruit.

Dan Guerin
Photo. Darragh Kane
“But what’s always mattered most to us is delivering a top quality dining experience to our loyal customers in East Cork and beyond, so it’s a fantastic opportunity to bring Cush to Midleton, where we can expand on our offering in a beautiful premises.”

