Cork City newcomer Paladar is Bar of the Year!

 

2023 Bar of the Year Awards Winners Announced!

Paladar in Co. Cork was named Bar of the Year at this year's prestigious Bar of The Year Awards ceremony which took place in the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road. Celebration time for Paladar and Cask

Amongst the galaxy of contenders, the most exceptional bars have been recognized and celebrated for their extraordinary contributions to the hospitality industry. These establishments have elevated the art of mixology, ambiance, and service, captivating patrons with unforgettable experiences.

After rigorous evaluation and deliberation by an esteemed panel of industry experts only the best in the industry were crowned winners. Amongst many other winners on the night, Bar No 23. at The Merrion Hotel in Co.Dublin took home Gold for "Five Star Hotel Bar of the Year" Sponsored by London Essence, while BAR 1661 took home Gold for "Innovative Bar of the Year", Sponsored by Istil 38.

The winners were announced on Monday, the 21st of August at a gala awards ceremony hosted by Anton Savage at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road. Montenotte's Ray Kelleher has an even bigger smile than usual!

Bar of the Year 2023 Winners

5 Star Hotel Bar of the Year Gold Winner - Bar No 23. at The Merrion Hotel, Co.Dublin Silver Winner - The Courtyard Bar at Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, Co.Kildare Bronze Winner - The Sidecar Bar at The Westbury, Co.Dublin Sponsored by London Essence Bar Food of the Year Gold Winner - Blake's Bar Galway, Co.Galway Silver Winner- The Blue Haven Kinsale, Co.Cork Bronze Winner - The Hideout, Co. Kildare Best Bar To Watch The Match Gold Winner - Woolshed Baa & Grill Cork, Co.Cork Silver Winner - Dignam’s Bar, Co. Monaghan Bronze Winner - Buskers On The Ball, Co. Dublin Sponsored by Sky Business Best Designed Bar / Inside Space Gold Winner - The Montenotte Hotel, Co. Cork Silver Winner - The Gables, Co. Dublin Bronze Winner - Paladar, Co. Cork Best Live Entertainment Bar Gold Winner - The Porter House, Co. Mayo Silver Winner - The Blue Haven Kinsale, Co. Cork Bronze Winner - O’Donoghue Public House, Co. Kerry Best Newcomer Gold Winner - Paladar, Co. Cork Silver Winner - Kodiak, Co. Dublin Bronze Winner - The Gables, Co. Dublin Best Value Pub Gold Winner - Oasis Bar, Co. Donegal Silver Winner - The Black Forge Inn, Co. Dublin City Bar of the Year Gold Winner - Left Bank, Co. Kilkenny Silver Winner - Lemon & Duke, Co. Dublin Bronze Winner - The Front Door Pub, Co. Galway Sponsored by Schweppes Cocktail Bar of the Year Gold Winner - BAR 1661, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - Paladar, Co. Cork Bronze Winner - 9 Below, Co. Dublin Sponsored by Maker's Mark Craft Bar of the Year Gold Winner - Caribou, Co. Galway Silver Winner - Lock 13 Brewpub, Co. Kildare Bronze Winner - Impala, Co. Cork Gastro Bar of the Year Gold Winner - The Dew Drop Inn & Brewhouse, Co. Kildare Silver Winner - Monks, Co. Clare Bronze Winner - Russells Seafood Bar, Doolin, Co. Clare Sponsored by Classic Drinks Gin Bar of the Year Gold Winner - Andy’s Bar Monaghan, Co. Monaghan Silver Winner - Tigh Nora, Co. Galway Bronze Winner - HYDE Bar & Gin Parlour, Co. Galway Sponsored by Xin Gin Hotel Bar of the Year Gold Winner - HYDE Bar, Co. Galway Silver Winner - The Montenotte Hotel, Co. Cork Bronze Winner - Dunes Bar & Bistro at Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa, Co. Cork Sponsored by Tia Maria Innovative Bar of the Year Gold Winner - BAR 1661, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - Nevins Newfield Inn, Co. Mayo Bronze Winner - Cask, Co. Cork Sponsored by Istil 38 Late Bar / Nightclub of the Year Gold Winner - 37 Dawson Street, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - r.i.o.t. Dublin, Co. Dublin Bronze Winner - 1314 at Jerry Flannerys, Co. Limerick Local Bar of the Year Gold Winner - Dignam’s Bar, Co. Monaghan Silver Winner - Peadars Bar Moate, Co. Westmeath Bronze Winner - The Railway Tavern, Fahan, Co. Donegal Sponsored by New Payment Innovation Limited Outside Space of the Year Gold Winner - House Dublin, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - Kenny’s of Lucan, Co. Dublin Bronze Winner - Nevins Newfield Inn, Co. Mayo Outstanding Customer Service Award Gold Winner - The Landmark, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - Russell’s Saloon Gin Emporium, Co. Louth Bronze Winner - Harrigan’s Bar & Grill, Co. Kildare Sponsored by Cointreau Restaurant Bar of the Year Gold Winner - FIRE Steakhouse & Bar, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - The Club At Goffs, Co. Kildare Bronze Winner - Mama Yo, Co. Dublin Sponsored by Coole Swan Tourist Bar of the Year Gold Winner - The Brazen Head, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - The Locke, Co. Limerick Bronze Winner - Brass Fox Wicklow, Co. Wicklow Sponsored by QuickTips Traditional Bar of the Year Gold Winner - The Stag’s Head, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - Gracie’s Bar, Co. Sligo Bronze Winner - The Brazen Head, Co. Dublin Visitor Attraction of the Year Gold Winner - Roe & Co Distillery, Co. Dublin Silver Winner - Lock 13 Brewpub, Co. Kildare Bronze Winner - The Black Forge Inn, Co. Dublin Sponsored by Excel Recruitment Whiskey Bar Of The Year Gold Winner - The Shelbourne Bar Cork, Co. Cork Silver Winner - Sonny Molloy’s Irish Whiskey Bar, Co. Galway Bronze Winner - Costigan’s Pub, Co. Cork Sponsored by Roe & Co Pub Group of the Year Gold Winner - Nola Clan Sponsored by Alliance Ireland Staff Personality of the Year Ian Murray Bar Manager of the Year Conor Moloney People's Choice Award Dublin - The Black Forge, Co.Dublin Leinster - The Hideout, Co.Kildare Munster - The Locke, Co.Limerick Connacht / Ulster - McHughs Bar, Co.Leitrim Overall Winner - The Locke, Co.Limerick Judges Choice Winner - Jimmy Rabbittes Gail Cotter Special Recognition Award Winner - Mary Kerrigan, Clayton Hotel Burlington Road Bar of the Year Winner - Paladar Sponsored by Licensing World