Eala Bhan

Behind the smoothly functioning surface of every successful restaurant, there is a restless restaurateur who is endlessly tweaking, refining and improving the offer.

That is how Anthony Gray works, and that’s why Eala Bhan continues to flourish in the ever-improving culinary landscape of Sligo town. Mr Gray refines, rewrites, adapts and changes with the seasons to make sure that the menus at Eala Bhan are always on point, offering diners the tastes of the county, from Sherlock’s superlative steaks to Feeney’s slow-braised pork belly to the freshness of North Atlantic seafood. And, like every great professional, Mr Gray makes it look easy, makes it look effortless, which is why it is so effortless and enjoyable for diners to enjoy the cooking and the clubby comfort of this signature Sligo institution.

First three photos credit Julia Dunin