Kennedys Craft Butchers is proud to announce an outstanding achievement at the National Irish Steak Challenge 2025, where our premium Striploin, Fillet and Ribeye Steaks were each awarded Gold.
Receiving three Gold Awards in one of Ireland’s most respected steak competitions is a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality, craftsmanship and providing customers with the very finest Irish beef. These awards recognise the exceptional standard of our steaks and the expertise of our skilled team of craft butchers.
Three Award-Winning Steaks
At Kennedys Craft Butchers, we take great pride in selecting only premium-quality Irish beef before expertly preparing every cut to the highest standard. Our award-winning steaks include:
- Gold Award – Striploin Steak
- Gold Award – Fillet Steak
- Gold Award – Ribeye Steak
Each steak was judged on key quality criteria, including appearance, marbling, texture, tenderness and flavour, with our entries achieving Gold Award status across all three categories.
A Commitment to Premium Irish Beef
Our award-winning steaks are sourced from carefully selected Irish beef suppliers and expertly prepared by our experienced butchers to ensure outstanding quality and consistency. Whether you’re looking for the tenderness of a fillet, the rich marbling of a ribeye or the perfect balance of flavour in a striploin, every steak reflects the high standards that Kennedys Craft Butchers is known for.
Winning Gold across three premium steak categories demonstrates our dedication to traditional craft butchery, exceptional customer service and delivering products that consistently exceed expectations.
Recognising Excellence in Irish Butchery
The National Irish Steak Challenge celebrates the very best beef produced by craft butchers throughout Ireland. With entries judged by experienced industry professionals, earning a Gold Award is a significant achievement that recognises excellence in quality, preparation and presentation.
To receive three Gold Awards in a single competition is a proud moment for our entire team and reinforces our reputation as one of Ireland’s leading independent craft butchers.
Thank You to Our Customers
We would like to thank our loyal customers for their continued support and trust in Kennedys Craft Butchers. Your support motivates us to continue producing award-winning products and maintaining the highest standards in everything we do.
If you’re looking to enjoy some of Ireland’s finest award-winning steaks, visit Kennedys Craft Butchers and experience our Gold Award-winning Striploin, Fillet and Ribeye for yourself.