'Our story is rooted in West Cork': Popular Michelin star restaurant announces final dinner season

After eight years of putting Ballydehob on the international dining map, Rob Krawczyk and Elaine Fleming at Restaurant Chestnut have decided to shake things up
Rob Krawczyk and Elaine Fleming pictured at Restaurant Chestnut. Picture: Kate Bean.

Rob Krawczyk and Elaine Fleming pictured at Restaurant Chestnut. Picture: Kate Bean.

Tue, 12 May, 2026 - 15:59
Breda Graham

A popular Michelin star restaurant in West Cork has announced that it will be “doing things differently” after the busy summer season.

Restaurant Chestnut, which is nestled in a small former pub, received its Michelin star in October 2018, just six months after it opened in March 2018.

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