Our Story

A little gem,
Welcome to restaurant 1826 Adare. One of Ireland’s most notable, independent, family-owned restaurants. 1826 Adare is run by the exceptionally experienced husband and wife team, Wade & Elaine Murphy.

A food destination since opening in 2013 in Elaine’s native Co. Limerick. Located in a pretty little thatched cottage that feels right at home in the picture-postcard village of Adare, a village with brightly painted shops and rows of thatched roofs. Inside, there’s a characterful feel to the place, with a cosy, homely and warm atmosphere from the moment you walk through the door.

Wade is a distinguished chef, restaurateur and proud Wexford native. Having spent many years honing his skills around the world in places such as London, Chicago & New York, he has a devoted passion for all things food and is a prominent member of many industry organisations such as Euro-toques Ireland and the Restaurant Association of Ireland.

Wade has been a regular contributor to the RTE Today show food segment for over a decade and is often heard on many local and national radio stations too discussing relevant topics on Irish food and hospitality.

Elaine’s managerial hospitality background perfectly complements Wade’s culinary talents and is the ideal marriage for the success of 1826 Adare. A dedication to hard work and a love of travelling has led Elaine’s career down a very international path. Majoring her managerial trade around the globe in places such as Germany, Australia and the United States, Elaine is proud to be applying her knowledge and skill in her home county of Limerick.

The interesting, attractively presented dishes proudly spotlight fine Irish produce. Since 1826 Adare’s inception in 2013 it has been on the receiving end of numerous awards including a Bib Gourmand from the MICHELIN Guide to Great Britain & Ireland, McKenna’s Guide 100 Best, Restaurant Association of Ireland Best Restaurant & Best Chef, to name but a few.