Licensing World - Bar Awards 2010
Stylish Cork Bar Wins National Pub Title
The Elm Tree in Glounthaune, Co Cork, was named Ireland’s number one pub at the national Licensing World Bar Awards in Dublin last night.
Situated just 10 minutes from Cork city, The Elm Tree was named Licensing World Bar of the Year 2010 after also claiming the Campari Style Bar Award earlier in the night.
The landmark premises was chosen from hundreds of bars to claim the top accolade at the fifth Licensing World Bar Awards, a gala annual banquet in The Four Seasons Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.
Over 300 members of the Irish pub trade attended the black tie event that saw publican Derek Walshe accept the Bar of the Year 2010 trophy from Nigel Tynan, Editor of Licensing World magazine and chairman of the Bar Awards.
The Elm Tree is a family-run bar which, according to Nigel Tynan, is an exceptionally well-run premises and a worthy winner of the national bar title.
‘The bar trade is under intense economic pressure so it is great to see people, such as Derek and Lorraine Walshe, who are willing to invest in their pub business.
‘The Elm Tree is testament to the fact that the great Irish bar is very much alive and well and this bar is a credit to proprietors Derek and Lorraine Walshe. The Elm Tree’s success is based upon providing a luxurious environment backed up by professional service, excellent food and a friendly atmosphere – all the hallmarks of a great bar experience.’
(Photography of the presentation is available – call Nigel Tynan at 086 226 7736)
The Licensing World Bar Awards announced 12 category winners in total chosen from 65 Finalists. (details below)
The Elm Tree in Cork scored a double victory as it was also named the country’s most stylish premises earlier in the evening when it won the Campari Style Bar Award.
Derek Walshe accepted the Campari Style Bar Award from John Ralph, managing director of Brinkman Beverages, distributor of Campari in Ireland.
A SECOND CORK WINNER
The Bulman Bar in Kinsale, Co Cork, was named Ireland’s leading tourist pub, after it claimed the hotly contested Fáilte Ireland Tourist Bar Award – a pub with rich local heritage and an idyllic location, it rests just 10 metres from the Atlantic Ocean and overlooks Charles Fort at the sourthern end of the Village of Summer Cove.
DUBLIN WINNERS:
Dublin pubs claimed 7 awards at the Licensing World Bar Awards:
Solas Bar of Dublin’s Wexford Street was named Ireland’s number one city bar when it claimed the Bulmers Original Irish Cider City Bar Award.
Solas Bar was highlighted for its ‘contemporary design, excellent atmosphere and service and quality food and cocktail menu.’
Proprietor Bernard Molloy collected the Award from Bulmers on trade manager Brian Magennis. (photography available)
Venu Brasserie & Bar, Anne’s Lane, Dublin 2, emerged as Ireland’s leading cocktail destination when it claimed the BOLS Cocktail Bar Award.
Venu Brasserie & Bar was highlighted for its use of fresh ingredients, in-house cocktail training programme and excellent service – making it a must visit cocktail destination on a par with New York and London.
Venue Brasserie & Bar manager Gareth Lambe accepted the BOLS Cocktail bar Award from Brian McGuinness, Barry & Fitzwilliam, distributor of BOLS in Ireland. (photography available)
The Wright Venue, Airside Retail Park, Swords, Co Dublin continues its meteoric rise after winning the Corona Extra Nightclub Award.
The brainchild of Wright Group owner Michael Wright, the nightclub, which can accommodate over 2,000 revelers, is a state-of-the-art premises that is modeled on similar operations in Las Vegas and London.
A second win for the Wright Group came when Wrights Angler’s Rest in Chalepizod, Dublin 20, was named winner of Gilbey’s of Ireland Bar Food Award while Ely Bar & Brasserie in the IFSC, Dublin 1, took home the Gilbeys Of Ireland Wine Award.
The Mint Bar at The Westin Hotel, Dublin 2, was named the country’s leading hotel bar, after winning the hotly contested Edward Dillon Hotel Bar Award.
Finally Gibney’s Off Licence of Malahide, Co Dublin, was named Ireland’s best pub off licence when it was awarded the Off Licence Magazine Off Licence Award.
OUTSIDE DUBLIN
Ryan’s Bar of Navan, Co Meath, was named Ireland’s best local pub when it won the Molson Coors Local Bar Award at the Licensing World Bar Awards 2010 – particular attention was drawn to the friendly customer service, homemade food, and beautifully maintained surroundings in this well known local bar.
Dessie O’Brien’s Pub in Kilrickle, Co Galway, was named Ireland’s best country pub after scooping the Fáilte Ireland Country Bar Award while The Quays Bar in Galway was awarded the Corona Extra Music Bar Award.
ABOUT BAR AWARDS
All premises that enter the Licensing World Bar Awards are visited by an expert panel of judges. Visits take place during April and May. Each entry is assessed on a lengthy series of relevant criteria including welcome, customer service, ambience, staff training, hygiene, décor, product range and customer appeal.
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‘The Licensing World Bar Awards are Ireland’s only awards programme dedicated solely to the licensed trade. Winning a Bar Award highlights to customers that your premises rates amongst the best bars in the country and communicates that, as a publican, you are dedicated to service, staff training, ambience, the best in food and drink and provide an excellent customer-focused destination,’ explains Nigel Tynan, editor of Licensing World and Bar Awards chairman.
ABOUT The Elm Tree, Licensing World Bar of the Year 2010
Originally opened in 1947 as a Beamish tied house, The Elm Tree was officially re-opened earlier this year by Billy Kelleher, TD Minister for Trade & Commerce after extensive renovation by Derek and Lorraine Walshe.
Situated within the heart of the East Cork area, just off the main Cork to Midleton road, The Elm Tree is located within minutes of Fota Wildlife Park, Cobh Heritage Centre, The Irish Distillery in Midleton and a number of Cork’s most popular golf courses.
ENDS
For further information and photography from the Awards please contact:
Nigel Tynan
Licensing World
T: 01 764 2700
M: 086 226 7736
E: n.tynan@jemma.ie
Notes to Editors:
First published in 1942, Licensing World has an unrivalled reputation for and track record of delivering news, comment, technical articles and features to the trade.
Published monthly by Jemma Publications, Licensing World has continuously been in the lead of providing worthwhile information that enables bar owners to keep up to date with a very challenging and fast changing drinks industry. The editorial team, led by Nigel Tynan, has unparalleled experience and grass roots knowledge of the licensed trade and work to ensure that they maintain a close and relevant relationship with their readers.
Local Bar Award
Finalists:
* Ryan’s Bar, Navan, Co Meath
* Eden House, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14
* The Vevay Inn, Bray, Co Wicklow
* Skehans, Thurles, Co Tipperary
* South County Bar & Café, Douglas, Cork
* Bakers Corner, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin
WINNER: Ryan’s Bar, Navan, Co Meath
Download Licensing World Local Bar Award Press Release here
Style Bar Award
Finalists:
* Revolution, John St, Waterford
* Gilbert & Wright, Malahide, Co Dublin
* Tierney’s, Clonmel, Co Tipperary
* The Elm Tree, Glounthaune, Co Cork
* Ely HQ, Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2
* The Exchequer Bar, Exchequer St, Dublin 2
WINNER: The Elm Tree, Glounthaune, Co Cork
Download Licensing World Style Bar Award Press Release here
Wine Award
Finalists:
* Bar Pinxto, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
* The Cornstore, Thomas St, Limerick
* The Cornstore, Cornmarket St, Cork
* Ely Bar & Brasserie, IFSC, Dublin 1
WINNER: Ely Bar & Brasserie, IFSC, Dublin 1
Download Licensing World Wine Award Press Release here
Hotel Bar Award
Finalists:
* Iveagh Bar, Ashling Hotel, Parkgate St, Dublin 8
* Sure Bar, Radisson Blu Royal, Golden Lane, Dublin 8
* Preachers Pub, Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis, Co Clare
* Mint Bar, Westin Hotel, Westmoreland St, Dublin 2
* Crystal Bar, Beacon Hotel, Sandyford, Dublin 18
* Blue Haven Hotel, Kinsale, Co Cork
* No 27, Shelbourne Hotel, St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2
WINNER: Mint Bar, Westin Hotel, Westmoreland St, Dublin 2
Download Licensing World Hotel Bar Award Press Release here
Nightclub Award
Finalists:
* Club V Nightclub, Virginia, Co Cavan
* Central Park Club, Upper Abbeygate St, Galway
* Wrights Venue, Airside Business Park, Swords, Co Dublin
* Eclectic Garden, Bray, Co Wicklow
* Alchemy, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
WINNER: Wrights Venue, Airside Business Park, Swords, Co Dublin
Download Licensing World Nightclub Award Press Release here
Cocktail Bar Award
Finalists:
* Venu Brasserie & Bar, Anne’s Lane, Dublin 2
* Leopardstown Inn, Brewery Road, Stillorgan, Co Dublin
* The Long Island Bar, Washington St, Cork
* Koh Cocktail Lounge, Millennium Walkway, Dublin 1
WINNER: Venu Brasserie & Bar, Anne’s Lane, Dublin 2
Download Licensing World Cocktail Bar Award Press Release here
City Bar Award
Finalists:
* Le Chateau, St Patrick Street, Cork
* The Flowing Tide, Lr Abbey Street, Dublin 1
* Winters Bar, Dundrum Town Centre, Dublin 14
* The Gin Palace, Middle Abbey St, Dublin 1
* Solas Bar, Wexford Street, Dublin 2
* Kehoes, St Anne St, Dublin 2
WINNER: Solas Bar, Wexford Street, Dublin 2
Download Licensing World City Bar Award Press Release here
Music Bar Award
Finalists:
* The Porter House, Westport, Co Mayo
* Kytelers Inn, Kieran’s Street, Kilkenny.
* O’Keeffe’s, Clonmel, Co Tipperary
* Quays Bar, Quay St, Galway
WINNER: Quays Bar, Quay St, Galway
Download Licensing World Music Bar Award Press Release here
Off Licence Award
Finalists:
* Corcoran’s Next Door, New Ross, Co Wexford
* Lohan’s Off Licence, Salthill, Co Galway
* Gibney’s Off Licence, Malahide, Co Dublin
* Holland’s Off Licence, Bray, Co Wicklow
* Dicey Reilly’s Off Licence, Ballyshannon, Co Donegal
WINNER: Gibney’s Off Licence, Malahide, Co Dublin
Download Licensing World Off Licence Award Press Release here
Country Bar Award
Finalists:
* The Bodhran, Castlewarren, Co Kilkenny
* Fairways Bar, Kilruane, Co. Tipperary
* Dessie O’Brien’s Pub, Kilrickle, Co Galway
* Murphy’s Bar, Bolteens, Co Kerry
* Bill Chawke’s Bar, Adare, Co Limerick
* Glann Bar, Kilcogy, Co Cavan.
WINNER: Dessie O’Brien’s Pub, Kilrickle, Co Galway
Download Licensing World Country Bar Award Press Release here
Bar Food Award
Finalists:
* The Poachers Inn, Bandon, Cork
* Wrights Anglers Rest, Chapelizod, Dublin 20
* Hargadons’s Bar O’Connell St, Sligo
* Lohan’s Café Bar, Upper Salthill Road, Galway
* The Harbour Bar, Rush, Co Dublin
* Smugglers Inn, Waterville, Co Kerry
WINNER: Wrights Anglers Rest, Chapelizod, Dublin 20
Download Licensing World Bar Food Award Press Release here
Tourist Bar Award
Finalists:
* Fitzpaticks, Jenkinstown, Co Louth
* The Sheebeen Pub, Westport, Co Mayo
* Crotty’s Pub, Kilrush, Co Clare
* Larkin’s Bar, Garykennedy Co Tipperary
* The Bulman Bar, Kinsale, Co Cork
* Mickey Finn’s Pub, Redcross, Co Wicklow
WINNER: The Bulman Bar, Kinsale, Co Cork
Download Licensing World Tourist Bar Award Press Release here
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - THE BAR AWARDS ENTRY PROCESS(FAQ'S)
Am I eligible?
All licensed premises on the island of Ireland may enter the Bar Awards – each entrant will be visited at least once by a member of the Bar Awards judging panel.
How do I enter?
Simply fill out the attached entry form, send it back to us and we’ll do the rest. Alternatively visit our website – www.licensingworld.ie – and follow the Bar Awards link. If your bar is chosen as a finalist you will be contacted by Licensing World in ample time to book your place at the gala awards night at the Four Seasons Hotel, Dublin.
Why are these Awards important?
Now entering its fifth year, the Licensing World Bar Awards are dedicated to raising the profile of the licensed trade and reminding consumers of the excellent service and quality that exists within the licensed trade today. Each year the awards receive considerable national media coverage and in many cases we have received evidence of winning bars experiencing a major turnover boost.
As a finalist what do I get?
All finalists are invited to attend a gala banquet at the Four Seasons Hotel in Dublin and are provided with a specially created certificate to commemorate the occasion. This framed certificate can be displayed in your bar, acknowledging your status among Ireland’s leading licensed premises.
And if I win?
Each category winner is presented on stage with a specially commissioned trophy. Press releases and images are provided for your convenience and we at Licensing World will assist in highlighting your bar’s premier position among Ireland’s elite licensed premises.
Who are the judges?
We have compiled an expert panel of judges who are themselves former industry people, training and service experts and food and tourism representatives. Professionalism in the judging process is our utmost concern and every premises that enters the awards will be visited on at least one occasion. The judge’s decision and experiences are confidential and no correspondence will be entered into.
How do I book my place?
A detailed list of all finalists will be published in the May issue of Licensing World. Category winners will only be announced at the actual Bar Awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on 21 June at the Four Seasons Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. For information on how to book your place at the Bar Awards ceremony, you can contact our events team on 01 764 2700. Places are limited however so do book early.
What's the Judging Criteria
In assessing each entry the judges will have regard to the following criteria:
1. Welcome
2. Customer Service
3. Ambience
4. Staff Training
5. Hygiene
6. Product Knowledge
7. Food Offering (where applicable)
8. Safety/Security
9. Décor
10. Product/Wine Range
11. Entertainment/Music Facilities
12. Outdoor/Smoking Facilities
How to Impress The Judges:
• A friendly greeting goes a long way
• In a service industry, service is everything
• Product understanding is always important
• Professional staff should dress accordingly
• Menus, food or drink can be attractive sales tools
• Hygienic toilets are always a consideration
• Fresh ingredients make great cocktails
• Safety and security are issues that matter.
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Faustino Local Bar Award
Finalist: The Bird Flanagan, South Circular Rd, Rialto, Dublin 8
Finalist: P. Heddigan ‘The Brian Boru’, Glasnevin, Dublin 9
Finalist: The Goat Pub, Goatstown Cross, Dublin 14
Finalist: Hiney’s, Crossmolina, Co Mayo
Finalist: Powers, Clarecastle, Co Clare
Finalist: Corcoran’s, New Ross, Co Wexford
Finalist: The Halfway House, Walkinstown Rd, Dublin 12
WINNER: The Halfway House
Baltika Style Bar Award
Finalist: The Marble City Bar, ‘Langtons’, High Street, Kilkenny
Finalist: The Leopardstown Inn, Stillorgan, Dublin 18
Finalist: The Barracks Bar, Tullow St, Carlow
Finalist: The Lotts Café Bar, Lwr Liffey St, Dublin 1
WINNER: The Leopardstown Inn
Edward Dillon & Co Hotel Bar Award
Finalist: The Vintage Crop, The K Club, Co Kildare
Finalist: Meadow Court Hotel, Loughrea, Co Galway
Finalist: The Blue Haven, Kinsale, Co Cork
Finalist: No 27 Bar & Lounge, The Shelbourne Hotel, Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2
Finalist: The Thirteenth Bar, Marriott Druids Glen, Newtownmountkennedy, Co Wicklow
Finalist: The Mint Bar, Westin Hotel, Westin Hotel, Dublin 2
Finalist: The Terrace Bar, Ballymascanlon House Hotel, Dundalk, Co Louth
WINNER: No 27 Bar & Lounge, The Shelbourne Hotel
Corona Extra - Nightclub Award
Finalist: Velvet Room Nightclub, Kempten Promenade, Sligo
Finalist: Lillie’s Bordello, Grafton St, Dublin 2
Finalist: Club 92, Foxrock, Dublin 18
Finalist: Suite 54, Blackrock, Co Dublin
Finalist: The Foundry, Tullow St, Carlow
WINNER: Velvet Room Nightclub
Bols - Cocktail Bar Award
Finalist: Solas, Wexford Street, Dublin 2
Finalist: Long Island Bar, Washington St, Cork
Finalist: Venu, Annes Lane, Dublin 2
WINNER: Long Island Bar
Corona Extra - Music Bar Award
Finalist: Kytelers Inn, Kieran St, Kilkenny
Finalist: The Old Oak, Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork
Finalist: O’Keeffe’s, Clonmel, Co Tipperary
Finalist: Kavanagh’s, Portlaoise, Co Laoise
WINNER: O’Keeffe’s
Bulmers City Bar Award
Finalist: The Porterhouse Temple Bar, Dublin 2
Finalist: The Waterloo Bar, Uppr Baggot St, Dublin 2
Finalist: Doheny & Nesbitt, Lwr Baggot St, Dublin 2
Finalist: The Bank on College Green, Dublin 2
Finalist: Reidy’s Wine Vaults, Lancaster Quay, Cork
Finalist: The Grand Central, O’Connell St, Dublin 1
WINNER: The Grand Central
Failte Ireland Tourist Bar Award
Finalist: Fitzpatricks Bar & Restaurant, Jenkinstown, Co Louth
Finalist: Johnnie Fox’s, Glencullen, Co Dublin
Finalist: The Bulman Bar, Summercove, Kinsale, Co Cork
Finalist: The Brewery Bar, Guinness Storehouse, St James’s Gate, Dublin 8
Finalist: Hargadon’s Pub, O’Connell St, Sligo
Finalist: Crotty’s Pub, Kilrush, Co Clare
WINNER: Crotty’s Pub
Failte Ireland Bar Food Award
Finalist: The Wolftrap Bar, Tullamore, Co Offaly
Finalist: Lohans Bar, Salthill, Galway
Finalist: Aubars Bar, Thomas St, Limerick
Finalist: JJ Gannon's, Ballinrobe, Co Mayo
Finalist: Smugglers Inn, Waterville, Co Kerry
Finalist: Cronin’s Pub, Crosshaven, Co Cork
WINNER: Smugglers Inn
Gilbey's of Ireland Wine Award
Finalist: Gilbert & Wright, Malahide, Co Dublin
Finalist: JJ Gannon's, Ballinrobe, Co Mayo
Finalist: The Cornstore, Cornmarket St, Cork
WINNER: JJ Gannon’s
Sobieski Bar Off Licence Award
Finalist: Lohans, Salthill, Co Galway
Finalist: Corcoran’s, New Ross, Co Wexford
Finalist: Holland’s, Bray, Co Wicklow
Finalist: Next Door Off Licence, Clonakilty, West Cork
WINNER: Next Door Off Licence
Bulmers Country Bar Award
Finalist: McKeon’s Bar, Keshcarrigan, Co Leitrim
Finalist: Larkin’ Bars, Garrykennedy, Co Tipperary
Finalist: Dessie O'Brien’s, Kilrickle, Co Galway
Finalist: Coyles’ Pub, Newtowncunningham, Co Donegal
Finalist: Paddy’s Pub, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
Finalist: Glánn Bar, Mullahoran, Co Cavan
WINNER: Paddy’s Pub
Licensing World Bar of the Year 2009: The Grand Central
Stylish Cork Bar Wins National Pub Title
The Elm Tree in Glounthaune, Co Cork, was named Ireland’s number one pub at the national Licensing World Bar Awards in Dublin last night.
Situated just 10 minutes from Cork city, The Elm Tree was named Licensing World Bar of the Year 2010 after also claiming the Campari Style Bar Award earlier in the night.
The landmark premises was chosen from hundreds of bars to claim the top accolade at the fifth Licensing World Bar Awards, a gala annual banquet in The Four Seasons Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.
Over 300 members of the Irish pub trade attended the black tie event that saw publican Derek Walshe accept the Bar of the Year 2010 trophy from Nigel Tynan, Editor of Licensing World magazine and chairman of the Bar Awards.
The Elm Tree is a family-run bar which, according to Nigel Tynan, is an exceptionally well-run premises and a worthy winner of the national bar title.
‘The bar trade is under intense economic pressure so it is great to see people, such as Derek and Lorraine Walshe, who are willing to invest in their pub business.
‘The Elm Tree is testament to the fact that the great Irish bar is very much alive and well and this bar is a credit to proprietors Derek and Lorraine Walshe. The Elm Tree’s success is based upon providing a luxurious environment backed up by professional service, excellent food and a friendly atmosphere – all the hallmarks of a great bar experience.’
(Photography of the presentation is available – call Nigel Tynan at 086 226 7736)
The Licensing World Bar Awards announced 12 category winners in total chosen from 65 Finalists. (details below)
The Elm Tree in Cork scored a double victory as it was also named the country’s most stylish premises earlier in the evening when it won the Campari Style Bar Award.
Derek Walshe accepted the Campari Style Bar Award from John Ralph, managing director of Brinkman Beverages, distributor of Campari in Ireland.
A SECOND CORK WINNER
The Bulman Bar in Kinsale, Co Cork, was named Ireland’s leading tourist pub, after it claimed the hotly contested Fáilte Ireland Tourist Bar Award – a pub with rich local heritage and an idyllic location, it rests just 10 metres from the Atlantic Ocean and overlooks Charles Fort at the sourthern end of the Village of Summer Cove.
DUBLIN WINNERS:
Dublin pubs claimed 7 awards at the Licensing World Bar Awards:
Solas Bar of Dublin’s Wexford Street was named Ireland’s number one city bar when it claimed the Bulmers Original Irish Cider City Bar Award.
Solas Bar was highlighted for its ‘contemporary design, excellent atmosphere and service and quality food and cocktail menu.’
Proprietor Bernard Molloy collected the Award from Bulmers on trade manager Brian Magennis. (photography available)
Venu Brasserie & Bar, Anne’s Lane, Dublin 2, emerged as Ireland’s leading cocktail destination when it claimed the BOLS Cocktail Bar Award.
Venu Brasserie & Bar was highlighted for its use of fresh ingredients, in-house cocktail training programme and excellent service – making it a must visit cocktail destination on a par with New York and London.
Venue Brasserie & Bar manager Gareth Lambe accepted the BOLS Cocktail bar Award from Brian McGuinness, Barry & Fitzwilliam, distributor of BOLS in Ireland. (photography available)
The Wright Venue, Airside Retail Park, Swords, Co Dublin continues its meteoric rise after winning the Corona Extra Nightclub Award.
The brainchild of Wright Group owner Michael Wright, the nightclub, which can accommodate over 2,000 revelers, is a state-of-the-art premises that is modeled on similar operations in Las Vegas and London.
A second win for the Wright Group came when Wrights Angler’s Rest in Chalepizod, Dublin 20, was named winner of Gilbey’s of Ireland Bar Food Award while Ely Bar & Brasserie in the IFSC, Dublin 1, took home the Gilbeys Of Ireland Wine Award.
The Mint Bar at The Westin Hotel, Dublin 2, was named the country’s leading hotel bar, after winning the hotly contested Edward Dillon Hotel Bar Award.
Finally Gibney’s Off Licence of Malahide, Co Dublin, was named Ireland’s best pub off licence when it was awarded the Off Licence Magazine Off Licence Award.
OUTSIDE DUBLIN
Ryan’s Bar of Navan, Co Meath, was named Ireland’s best local pub when it won the Molson Coors Local Bar Award at the Licensing World Bar Awards 2010 – particular attention was drawn to the friendly customer service, homemade food, and beautifully maintained surroundings in this well known local bar.
Dessie O’Brien’s Pub in Kilrickle, Co Galway, was named Ireland’s best country pub after scooping the Fáilte Ireland Country Bar Award while The Quays Bar in Galway was awarded the Corona Extra Music Bar Award.
ABOUT BAR AWARDS
All premises that enter the Licensing World Bar Awards are visited by an expert panel of judges. Visits take place during April and May. Each entry is assessed on a lengthy series of relevant criteria including welcome, customer service, ambience, staff training, hygiene, décor, product range and customer appeal.
Quote:
‘The Licensing World Bar Awards are Ireland’s only awards programme dedicated solely to the licensed trade. Winning a Bar Award highlights to customers that your premises rates amongst the best bars in the country and communicates that, as a publican, you are dedicated to service, staff training, ambience, the best in food and drink and provide an excellent customer-focused destination,’ explains Nigel Tynan, editor of Licensing World and Bar Awards chairman.
ABOUT The Elm Tree, Licensing World Bar of the Year 2010
Originally opened in 1947 as a Beamish tied house, The Elm Tree was officially re-opened earlier this year by Billy Kelleher, TD Minister for Trade & Commerce after extensive renovation by Derek and Lorraine Walshe.
Situated within the heart of the East Cork area, just off the main Cork to Midleton road, The Elm Tree is located within minutes of Fota Wildlife Park, Cobh Heritage Centre, The Irish Distillery in Midleton and a number of Cork’s most popular golf courses.
ENDS
For further information and photography from the Awards please contact:
Nigel Tynan
Licensing World
T: 01 764 2700
M: 086 226 7736
E: n.tynan@jemma.ie
Notes to Editors:
First published in 1942, Licensing World has an unrivalled reputation for and track record of delivering news, comment, technical articles and features to the trade.
Published monthly by Jemma Publications, Licensing World has continuously been in the lead of providing worthwhile information that enables bar owners to keep up to date with a very challenging and fast changing drinks industry. The editorial team, led by Nigel Tynan, has unparalleled experience and grass roots knowledge of the licensed trade and work to ensure that they maintain a close and relevant relationship with their readers.
PRESS RELEASE - The 2010 Licensing World Bar Awards Category Finalists
Local Bar Award
Finalists:
* Ryan’s Bar, Navan, Co Meath
* Eden House, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14
* The Vevay Inn, Bray, Co Wicklow
* Skehans, Thurles, Co Tipperary
* South County Bar & Café, Douglas, Cork
* Bakers Corner, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin
WINNER: Ryan’s Bar, Navan, Co Meath
Download Licensing World Local Bar Award Press Release here
Style Bar Award
Finalists:
* Revolution, John St, Waterford
* Gilbert & Wright, Malahide, Co Dublin
* Tierney’s, Clonmel, Co Tipperary
* The Elm Tree, Glounthaune, Co Cork
* Ely HQ, Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2
* The Exchequer Bar, Exchequer St, Dublin 2
WINNER: The Elm Tree, Glounthaune, Co Cork
Download Licensing World Style Bar Award Press Release here
Wine Award
Finalists:
* Bar Pinxto, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
* The Cornstore, Thomas St, Limerick
* The Cornstore, Cornmarket St, Cork
* Ely Bar & Brasserie, IFSC, Dublin 1
WINNER: Ely Bar & Brasserie, IFSC, Dublin 1
Download Licensing World Wine Award Press Release here
Hotel Bar Award
Finalists:
* Iveagh Bar, Ashling Hotel, Parkgate St, Dublin 8
* Sure Bar, Radisson Blu Royal, Golden Lane, Dublin 8
* Preachers Pub, Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis, Co Clare
* Mint Bar, Westin Hotel, Westmoreland St, Dublin 2
* Crystal Bar, Beacon Hotel, Sandyford, Dublin 18
* Blue Haven Hotel, Kinsale, Co Cork
* No 27, Shelbourne Hotel, St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2
WINNER: Mint Bar, Westin Hotel, Westmoreland St, Dublin 2
Download Licensing World Hotel Bar Award Press Release here
Nightclub Award
Finalists:
* Club V Nightclub, Virginia, Co Cavan
* Central Park Club, Upper Abbeygate St, Galway
* Wrights Venue, Airside Business Park, Swords, Co Dublin
* Eclectic Garden, Bray, Co Wicklow
* Alchemy, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
WINNER: Wrights Venue, Airside Business Park, Swords, Co Dublin
Download Licensing World Nightclub Award Press Release here
Cocktail Bar Award
Finalists:
* Venu Brasserie & Bar, Anne’s Lane, Dublin 2
* Leopardstown Inn, Brewery Road, Stillorgan, Co Dublin
* The Long Island Bar, Washington St, Cork
* Koh Cocktail Lounge, Millennium Walkway, Dublin 1
WINNER: Venu Brasserie & Bar, Anne’s Lane, Dublin 2
Download Licensing World Cocktail Bar Award Press Release here
City Bar Award
Finalists:
* Le Chateau, St Patrick Street, Cork
* The Flowing Tide, Lr Abbey Street, Dublin 1
* Winters Bar, Dundrum Town Centre, Dublin 14
* The Gin Palace, Middle Abbey St, Dublin 1
* Solas Bar, Wexford Street, Dublin 2
* Kehoes, St Anne St, Dublin 2
WINNER: Solas Bar, Wexford Street, Dublin 2
Download Licensing World City Bar Award Press Release here
Music Bar Award
Finalists:
* The Porter House, Westport, Co Mayo
* Kytelers Inn, Kieran’s Street, Kilkenny.
* O’Keeffe’s, Clonmel, Co Tipperary
* Quays Bar, Quay St, Galway
WINNER: Quays Bar, Quay St, Galway
Download Licensing World Music Bar Award Press Release here
Off Licence Award
Finalists:
* Corcoran’s Next Door, New Ross, Co Wexford
* Lohan’s Off Licence, Salthill, Co Galway
* Gibney’s Off Licence, Malahide, Co Dublin
* Holland’s Off Licence, Bray, Co Wicklow
* Dicey Reilly’s Off Licence, Ballyshannon, Co Donegal
WINNER: Gibney’s Off Licence, Malahide, Co Dublin
Download Licensing World Off Licence Award Press Release here
Country Bar Award
Finalists:
* The Bodhran, Castlewarren, Co Kilkenny
* Fairways Bar, Kilruane, Co. Tipperary
* Dessie O’Brien’s Pub, Kilrickle, Co Galway
* Murphy’s Bar, Bolteens, Co Kerry
* Bill Chawke’s Bar, Adare, Co Limerick
* Glann Bar, Kilcogy, Co Cavan.
WINNER: Dessie O’Brien’s Pub, Kilrickle, Co Galway
Download Licensing World Country Bar Award Press Release here
Bar Food Award
Finalists:
* The Poachers Inn, Bandon, Cork
* Wrights Anglers Rest, Chapelizod, Dublin 20
* Hargadons’s Bar O’Connell St, Sligo
* Lohan’s Café Bar, Upper Salthill Road, Galway
* The Harbour Bar, Rush, Co Dublin
* Smugglers Inn, Waterville, Co Kerry
WINNER: Wrights Anglers Rest, Chapelizod, Dublin 20
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Tourist Bar Award
Finalists:
* Fitzpaticks, Jenkinstown, Co Louth
* The Sheebeen Pub, Westport, Co Mayo
* Crotty’s Pub, Kilrush, Co Clare
* Larkin’s Bar, Garykennedy Co Tipperary
* The Bulman Bar, Kinsale, Co Cork
* Mickey Finn’s Pub, Redcross, Co Wicklow
WINNER: The Bulman Bar, Kinsale, Co Cork
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - THE BAR AWARDS ENTRY PROCESS(FAQ'S)
Am I eligible?
All licensed premises on the island of Ireland may enter the Bar Awards – each entrant will be visited at least once by a member of the Bar Awards judging panel.
How do I enter?
Simply fill out the attached entry form, send it back to us and we’ll do the rest. Alternatively visit our website – www.licensingworld.ie – and follow the Bar Awards link. If your bar is chosen as a finalist you will be contacted by Licensing World in ample time to book your place at the gala awards night at the Four Seasons Hotel, Dublin.
Why are these Awards important?
Now entering its fifth year, the Licensing World Bar Awards are dedicated to raising the profile of the licensed trade and reminding consumers of the excellent service and quality that exists within the licensed trade today. Each year the awards receive considerable national media coverage and in many cases we have received evidence of winning bars experiencing a major turnover boost.
As a finalist what do I get?
All finalists are invited to attend a gala banquet at the Four Seasons Hotel in Dublin and are provided with a specially created certificate to commemorate the occasion. This framed certificate can be displayed in your bar, acknowledging your status among Ireland’s leading licensed premises.
And if I win?
Each category winner is presented on stage with a specially commissioned trophy. Press releases and images are provided for your convenience and we at Licensing World will assist in highlighting your bar’s premier position among Ireland’s elite licensed premises.
Who are the judges?
We have compiled an expert panel of judges who are themselves former industry people, training and service experts and food and tourism representatives. Professionalism in the judging process is our utmost concern and every premises that enters the awards will be visited on at least one occasion. The judge’s decision and experiences are confidential and no correspondence will be entered into.
How do I book my place?
A detailed list of all finalists will be published in the May issue of Licensing World. Category winners will only be announced at the actual Bar Awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on 21 June at the Four Seasons Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. For information on how to book your place at the Bar Awards ceremony, you can contact our events team on 01 764 2700. Places are limited however so do book early.
What's the Judging Criteria
In assessing each entry the judges will have regard to the following criteria:
1. Welcome
2. Customer Service
3. Ambience
4. Staff Training
5. Hygiene
6. Product Knowledge
7. Food Offering (where applicable)
8. Safety/Security
9. Décor
10. Product/Wine Range
11. Entertainment/Music Facilities
12. Outdoor/Smoking Facilities
How to Impress The Judges:
• A friendly greeting goes a long way
• In a service industry, service is everything
• Product understanding is always important
• Professional staff should dress accordingly
• Menus, food or drink can be attractive sales tools
• Hygienic toilets are always a consideration
• Fresh ingredients make great cocktails
• Safety and security are issues that matter.
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LICENSING WORLD BAR AWARDS 2009 - WINNERS & FINALISTS
Faustino Local Bar Award
Finalist: The Bird Flanagan, South Circular Rd, Rialto, Dublin 8
Finalist: P. Heddigan ‘The Brian Boru’, Glasnevin, Dublin 9
Finalist: The Goat Pub, Goatstown Cross, Dublin 14
Finalist: Hiney’s, Crossmolina, Co Mayo
Finalist: Powers, Clarecastle, Co Clare
Finalist: Corcoran’s, New Ross, Co Wexford
Finalist: The Halfway House, Walkinstown Rd, Dublin 12
WINNER: The Halfway House
Baltika Style Bar Award
Finalist: The Marble City Bar, ‘Langtons’, High Street, Kilkenny
Finalist: The Leopardstown Inn, Stillorgan, Dublin 18
Finalist: The Barracks Bar, Tullow St, Carlow
Finalist: The Lotts Café Bar, Lwr Liffey St, Dublin 1
WINNER: The Leopardstown Inn
Edward Dillon & Co Hotel Bar Award
Finalist: The Vintage Crop, The K Club, Co Kildare
Finalist: Meadow Court Hotel, Loughrea, Co Galway
Finalist: The Blue Haven, Kinsale, Co Cork
Finalist: No 27 Bar & Lounge, The Shelbourne Hotel, Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2
Finalist: The Thirteenth Bar, Marriott Druids Glen, Newtownmountkennedy, Co Wicklow
Finalist: The Mint Bar, Westin Hotel, Westin Hotel, Dublin 2
Finalist: The Terrace Bar, Ballymascanlon House Hotel, Dundalk, Co Louth
WINNER: No 27 Bar & Lounge, The Shelbourne Hotel
Corona Extra - Nightclub Award
Finalist: Velvet Room Nightclub, Kempten Promenade, Sligo
Finalist: Lillie’s Bordello, Grafton St, Dublin 2
Finalist: Club 92, Foxrock, Dublin 18
Finalist: Suite 54, Blackrock, Co Dublin
Finalist: The Foundry, Tullow St, Carlow
WINNER: Velvet Room Nightclub
Bols - Cocktail Bar Award
Finalist: Solas, Wexford Street, Dublin 2
Finalist: Long Island Bar, Washington St, Cork
Finalist: Venu, Annes Lane, Dublin 2
WINNER: Long Island Bar
Corona Extra - Music Bar Award
Finalist: Kytelers Inn, Kieran St, Kilkenny
Finalist: The Old Oak, Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork
Finalist: O’Keeffe’s, Clonmel, Co Tipperary
Finalist: Kavanagh’s, Portlaoise, Co Laoise
WINNER: O’Keeffe’s
Bulmers City Bar Award
Finalist: The Porterhouse Temple Bar, Dublin 2
Finalist: The Waterloo Bar, Uppr Baggot St, Dublin 2
Finalist: Doheny & Nesbitt, Lwr Baggot St, Dublin 2
Finalist: The Bank on College Green, Dublin 2
Finalist: Reidy’s Wine Vaults, Lancaster Quay, Cork
Finalist: The Grand Central, O’Connell St, Dublin 1
WINNER: The Grand Central
Failte Ireland Tourist Bar Award
Finalist: Fitzpatricks Bar & Restaurant, Jenkinstown, Co Louth
Finalist: Johnnie Fox’s, Glencullen, Co Dublin
Finalist: The Bulman Bar, Summercove, Kinsale, Co Cork
Finalist: The Brewery Bar, Guinness Storehouse, St James’s Gate, Dublin 8
Finalist: Hargadon’s Pub, O’Connell St, Sligo
Finalist: Crotty’s Pub, Kilrush, Co Clare
WINNER: Crotty’s Pub
Failte Ireland Bar Food Award
Finalist: The Wolftrap Bar, Tullamore, Co Offaly
Finalist: Lohans Bar, Salthill, Galway
Finalist: Aubars Bar, Thomas St, Limerick
Finalist: JJ Gannon's, Ballinrobe, Co Mayo
Finalist: Smugglers Inn, Waterville, Co Kerry
Finalist: Cronin’s Pub, Crosshaven, Co Cork
WINNER: Smugglers Inn
Gilbey's of Ireland Wine Award
Finalist: Gilbert & Wright, Malahide, Co Dublin
Finalist: JJ Gannon's, Ballinrobe, Co Mayo
Finalist: The Cornstore, Cornmarket St, Cork
WINNER: JJ Gannon’s
Sobieski Bar Off Licence Award
Finalist: Lohans, Salthill, Co Galway
Finalist: Corcoran’s, New Ross, Co Wexford
Finalist: Holland’s, Bray, Co Wicklow
Finalist: Next Door Off Licence, Clonakilty, West Cork
WINNER: Next Door Off Licence
Bulmers Country Bar Award
Finalist: McKeon’s Bar, Keshcarrigan, Co Leitrim
Finalist: Larkin’ Bars, Garrykennedy, Co Tipperary
Finalist: Dessie O'Brien’s, Kilrickle, Co Galway
Finalist: Coyles’ Pub, Newtowncunningham, Co Donegal
Finalist: Paddy’s Pub, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
Finalist: Glánn Bar, Mullahoran, Co Cavan
WINNER: Paddy’s Pub
Licensing World Bar of the Year 2009: The Grand Central