The Michelin circus rolls into Dublin next week – from pre-ceremony pub crawls to new stars, here’s what to expect...Will Ireland finally get its first three-star restaurant – or has it all been one big cruel tease? Our food critic shares her predictionsMickael Viljanen of Chapter One, which could be in line for a coveted third star. Photo: Nina ValKaty McGuinness Today at 06:30The Michelin circus rolls into town on Monday, with the announcement of the 2026 awards for Great Britain and Ireland taking place in the Convention Centre in Dublin. It’s the first time the ceremony has been held in Ireland, inevitably giving rise to speculation – feverish in the predictable quarters – that Ireland might be about to get its first three-star (‘exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey’) restaurant.

Source: Irish Independent February 07, 2026 17:31 UTC