Smashbird in Galway has risen above fierce competition from across Ireland to claim a national award, as passionate food enthusiasts cast their votes to support their favourite neighbourhood eateries.
Following over 160,000 votes being cast, Deliveroo reveals winners of its 2025 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the best and most loved local restaurants across Ireland and the UK.
The popular Galway restaurant was named the Irish national winner in the Best Burger & American category. Smashbird saw off competition from burger restaurants across Ireland to claim the top prize.
Smashbird triumphed against some of Ireland’s best known burger bars, including Bunsen in Dublin, Belfast and Cork, Sambros in Limerick and Dacent Munch in Cork.
Orla and Fraser Scott from Smashbird said, “We can’t believe it — we actually did it! The team here at Smashbird Galway are absolutely buzzing to have won Deliveroo’s award for Best Burgers & American in Ireland!”
“Huge love and thanks to every legend who voted for us — your support means the world. We’re proud to be reppin’ Galway with our award-winning burgers, and we can’t wait to keep smashing it for years to come!”
Created by the team behind Galway’s famous Birdhouse, Smashbird is one of the leading lights in Galway’s fast food scene. The restaurant offers hungry diners burgers, chicken and vegan food.
Over 160,000 votes were cast by loyal Deliveroo fans over three weeks to crown no less than 50 regional cuisine-led winners from Best Pizza to Best Chinese, Best Salad, Best Chicken and beyond.
Votes were cast across Ireland by food lovers keen to show their support for their favourite local restaurants.
Helen Maher, Regional Director, Deliveroo Ireland, added, “Congratulations to all the winning restaurants recognised as the best local favourites across Ireland. A heartfelt thank you to Deliveroo’s loyal customers, whose overwhelming support helped shine a spotlight on their top picks.”
