A rich mix of well-known Donegal restaurants have been announced as finalists in the 2022 Food Ireland Awards.
The Food Awards Ireland 2022 are back for another year to celebrate the best in the food industry; from the excellent restaurants, chefs and servers, to the specialists and suppliers.
The black-tie ceremony will take place at Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport on August 8, 2022.
The event will welcome top professionals of the country’s food sector that provide delicious dishes, the freshest of products and rich menus.
It will also showcase food suppliers, servers and manufacturers that take our taste buds around the world while in the comfort of Ireland.
Among the local businesses shortlisted are:
Restaurant of the Year (Ulster):
- Chandpur Indian Restaurant (Donegal)
- The Harbour Restaurant (Donegal)
- Biddy’s O’Barnes (Barnesmore)
- Wheelhouse Restaurant Burtonport (Co. Donegal)
Cafe/Bistro of the Year (Ulster):
- Thyme Out Café/ Tearooms (Letterkenny)
- The Wheelhouse Café (Burtonport)
- Johnny’s Ranch (Ramelton)
- Tank & Skinny’s Number 6 Sandwich & Coffee Shop (Letterkenny)
- Kitty Joe’s (Donegal)
- Honeypot Coffee House (Letterkenny)
- Waterfront Hotel Dungloe (Dungloe)
- Mickalene’s (Ardara)
Takeaway of the Year
- AJ’S Filling Station (Ballyshannon)
- An Capall Mara (Killybegs)
- Castle Café (Raphoe)
- Chandpur Indian Restaurant (Donegal town)
Gastro Pub of the Year
- Biddys O Barnes (Donegal)
- The House Gastro Pub (now closed) (Donegal Town)
- Rosatos Bar (Moville)
- McGettigan’s Pub (Letterkenny)
- Thatch Bar and Restaurant (Glenties)
- Mickalene’s (Ardara)
- The Rusty Mackerel (Teelin)
Hotel Restaurant of the Year
- McGettigan’s Bar (Letterkenny)
Best Fish N’ Chips Establishment
- Biddys O’Barnes (Donegal)
- Bridge Inn (Dungloe)
- Only Food and Sauces (now closed) (Letterkenny)
- Castle cafe (Raphoe)
- Johnny’s Ranch (Ramelton)
- Mr Chippie (Letterkenny)
Caterer of the Year
- Yes Chef Catering (Raphoe)
- The Wheelhouse (Burtonport)
- The Wooden Brew (Donegal)
Best Indian Establishment
- Chandpur Indian Restaurant (Donegal Town)
Best World Cuisine
- Only Food and Sauces (now closed) (Letterkenny)
Best Vegetarian Establishment
- Chandpur Indian Restaurant (Donegal Town)
- Only Food and Sauces (now closed) (Letterkenny)
- Honeypot Coffee House (Letterkenny)
Best Seafood Establishment
- Fusion Bistro (Killybegs)
- Only Food and Sauces (now closed) (Letterkenny)
- The Lobster Pot (Burtonport)
- The Rusty Mackerel (Teelin)
Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year
- Bridge Inn (Dungloe)
- Blas @ the gateway (Donegal Town)
- Sean ógs (Gweedore)
Dessert Outlet of the Year
- Pretty Baked (Donegal)
- Rusty Mackerel (Teelin)
- Biddys O Barnes (Donegal)
- Lattea Da (Letterkenny)
Best Street Food
- Johnny’s Ranch Ramelton (Donegal)
- Lattea Da (Letterkenny)
- Only Food and Sauces (now closed) (Letterkenny)
- Proper Street Food (Donegal)
- The Wooden Brew (Donegal)
Best Irish Cuisine
- Chefs C&C @ Biddy’s O’Barnes (Donegal)
- Honeypot Coffee House High Road (Letterkenny)
- The Rusty Mackerel (Teelin)
Chef of the Year
- The Harbour Restaurant (Donegal)
- Matt’s Diner (Donegal)
Outstanding Restaurant of the Year
- Rusty Mackerel (Teelin)
- Chandpur Indian Restaurant ( Donegal Town)
- The Church at Rockhill House Estate (Letterkenny)
Best Mexican Establishment
- La Fiesta Donegal Town (now closed) (Donegal)
A spokesperson for The Food Awards Ireland said: “Ireland offers a wide range of places that serve world cuisines. The finalists were voted for by the public for providing authentic recipes and unique dishes to their diners, creating memorable experiences for both residents and visitors.
“Undoubtedly, there are some amazing specialists around the country, who know how to offer great service, delicious food and meet the expectations of their diners. These are the professionals that we aim to reward at The Food Awards Ireland 2022.”
