Welcome to Chestnut, a Michelin-starred restaurant located in the charming town of Ballydehob in West Cork, Ireland. Our intimate restaurant has only 18 seats, providing a unique and personalized dining experience. Led by award-winning chef Rob Krawczyk, our menu is inspired by nature and features ever-evolving dishes constructed around the best ingredients of the season.

Our chef Rob Krawczyk is passionate about sourcing locally and organically, and engages with local gardeners and farmers to create amazing meals. Our dishes are a feast for both the eyes and the palate, with specialties including deliciously prepared mussels with caviar and dill, and exquisitely fine lamb with roast aubergine and preserved ramson seed caper sauce. The friendly and welcoming service led by Rob's partner Elaine perfectly complements the outstanding food.

At Chestnut, we're committed to working with nature and minimizing waste in our kitchen. Our story is one rooted in tradition, creativity, and family, with Rob's Polish heritage and culinary history influencing his cooking. We're proud to showcase the best of West Cork's rich larder and the island of Ireland's finest ingredients.

Located in the coastal village of Ballydehob, our restaurant is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with many hiking and cycle routes along the coastline offering breathtaking views of the islands and the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse. The city of Cork is just 93 kilometers away, with many interesting sights to explore, including the National Monument and the historic Cork City Gaol. Booking highly recommended.