Launch of Irish Pub Awards 2019
The Irish Pub Awards 2019 were launched in Dublin, at The Bankers Bar, Trinity Street, Dublin. The Irish Pubs Awards are jointly presented by Licenced Vintners Association (LVA) and Vintners’ Federation Ireland (VFI). Entries are now open and judging will take place during the summer and The National Pub of the Year Award, including category awards, will be announced at a gala ceremony in Dublin on November 20th.
This is the third year of the Irish Pub Awards, which acknowledge and recognise excellence and innovation across various categories in the pub sector. The Glyde Inn, Annagassan, Co Louth won the Irish Pub of the Year title in 2018, while a further nine category winners reflected the high standard of pubs around the country.
The Irish Pub Awards 2019 are open to all members of VFI and LVA. Entry to the awards is free and straightforward – anyone interested in entering can do so on the dedicated website: www.irishpubawards.ie. The closing date for entries is Wednesday, May 29th.
The nine categories are: Best Food Pub; Best Tourist Pub; Innovative Pub of the Year; Best Local Pub; Best Outstanding Customer Service; Best Music Pub; Best Newcomer; Best Outdoor Space and, new for 2019, Best Late Night Bar.