Scallop, kimchi, calamansi and oscietra caviar offer a tantalising glimpse of what awaits when Glovers Alley reopens in Dublin on 9 September 2026. The acclaimed restaurant is returning after a short closure with a new head chef and a fresh chapter for its city-centre dining room.
The reopening is one of the most anticipated developments in food Ireland this year, particularly for diners following food news Ireland and the evolving Dublin food scene.
Glovers Alley reopening with new head chef Adam Nevin
Glovers Alley closed after Andy McFadden announced his departure in May. McFadden had led the restaurant through four consecutive years of Michelin-starred recognition, establishing it as a major name in Dublin restaurants and contemporary Irish cuisine.
The restaurant has now confirmed that Adam Nevin will take over as head chef when Glovers Alley reopens. A native of Maynooth, County Kildare, Nevin joins from the Morrison Room at Carton House, where he served as executive chef during the period in which the restaurant received its first Michelin star.
Nevin brings an impressive background to the role. He began his career as a kitchen porter before studying at Ballymaloe Cookery School. In 2017, he moved to London, working at The Westbury, the two-Michelin-starred pub The Hand and Flowers, and The Dorchester Hotel.
He has described the opportunity as a chance to create something special with the Glovers Alley team, highlighting the restaurant’s setting in the heart of Dublin and its significant potential.
What diners can expect from the new menus
Although the full offering has not been detailed, Glovers Alley has previewed two menus online. The Discovery Menu includes refined combinations that reflect the restaurant’s modern, ingredient-led approach.
- Scallop with kimchi, calamansi and oscietra caviar
- Clogherhead lobster with yuzu, coriander and satay
The preview suggests a menu built around Irish produce while drawing on international flavours and techniques. That balance should appeal to diners searching for best fine dining Dublin, Michelin restaurants Ireland and modern Irish food.
For anyone planning where to eat Dublin after the summer, the reopening offers a notable new option. Glovers Alley’s location, ambitious tasting menus and Michelin-starred history make it a strong addition to any Dublin dining guide or Ireland restaurant guide.
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When does Glovers Alley reopen?
Glovers Alley officially reopens on 9 September 2026. With Adam Nevin at the helm and preview dishes showcasing seafood, citrus, spice and caviar, the restaurant’s return is set to attract both loyal guests and curious newcomers.
For food lovers tracking the best restaurants Ireland has to offer, this relaunch is one to watch. The key takeaway is simple: Glovers Alley reopens with a new creative leader, a Michelin-starred legacy and an exciting promise for Dublin’s dining scene.
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