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15+

Years in business

50K+

Monthly products

100+

Employees

about

Grade Holdings

Celebrating 15 years in business.

 

Grade Holdings is a vibrant collective of established and emerging Irish businesses. From award-winning festivals and a full-service live experience agency, to a Michelin Guide restaurant and boutique retail experiences, our past and present portfolio is united by a shared belief in the timeless Aristotelian idea: “We are what we repeatedly do.”

 

For us, excellence is not a single act, but a habit - woven into everything we build. This philosophy shapes our approach to partnerships, working with like-minded stakeholders to grow sustainable ventures that enrich the local economy and contribute to lasting prosperity.

Our Approach

In filmmaking, the final step in the production process is known as the grade - a stage where each scene is refined and colour-matched to create a cohesive tone and visual identity. It’s this process that gives a film its stylistic integrity and emotional resonance.

 

We see Grade Holdings in a similar light: a unifying force that brings consistency, character, and excellence to a diverse portfolio. Across every brand, in every sector, our ambition is the same - to deliver a high-calibre experience that reflects our shared values and enduring commitment to quality.

Partnership

Collaboration is at the heart of how we grow and sustain our portfolio. It sparks creativity, unlocks specialist expertise, and allows us to thrive across diverse markets. As part of our growth strategy, we continually form key partnerships - alliances that not only bring exciting new brands to market, but also foster meaningful cross-pollination across our categories. Looking ahead, we’re committed to building relationships with partners who share our standards of excellence and bring a competitive edge to everything we do.

Our Story

Our journey began with a single idea and grew into a diverse group of spaces, people, and stories. Each step shaped the identity of our holding

ELM-Epicurean ILLUSTRATION

2021

Elm Epicurean

Offering a thoughtful blend of in-house produce, Irish and European goods, and warm counter service. Combining café charm with refined retail.

LON ILLUSTRATION

2024

Lón

Lón crafts premium wholesale sandwiches using the finest ingredients, delivering daily with precision and care. Trusted by Ireland’s leading hospitality and food brands.

GVK ILLUSTRATION

2024

GVK

A partnership between Central Kitchen and Greenville Deli, this wholesale sandwich venture combined scale with chef-led quality to raise the bar for cafés and retailers.

ANAM ILLUSTRATION

2024

Anam

Anam is a modern patisserie studio creating refined wholesale cakes and desserts for hospitality, retail, and events.

CFG ILLUSTRATION

2020

Central Food Group

CFG brings together Margadh, Central Kitchen, Lón, and Anam under a shared commitment to quality, consistency, excellence. Serving hospitality, retail, and foodservice partners with innovative, high-standard food solutions.

CENTRAL KITCHEN ILLUSTRATION

2020

Central Kitchen

Central Kitchen develops and produces premium own label food products for select B2B clients. Trusted for its integrity, precision, and discretion by some of Ireland’s most respected names in food and hospitality.

MAMO ILLUSTRATION

2019

Mamó

A modern Irish restaurant that quickly rose to national acclaim for its seasonal cooking and genuine hospitality.

Margadh ILLUSTRATION

2020

Margadh

An award winning hospitality service at the heart of Dublin City, fuelling businesses and private functions across the Leinster region.

COPPA ILLUSTRATION

2017

Coppa

An elegant yet relaxed cafe and wine bar, Coppa served classic bàcari snacks in a welcoming setting, enjoying a vibrant decade before evolving into Margadh RHA, a fresh chapter in the space’s culinary journey.

Pines ILLUSTRATION

2018

Pines & Co

Pines & Co began with a vision to elevate the holiday season, and now delivers premium trees, flowers, and foliage year-round, bringing elegance and creativity to homes, offices, and events nationwide.

ANNIES ILLUSTRATION

2017

Annie’s

Our first neighbourhood café, known for good food and warm hospitality, widely featured in national press.

WAH WAH ILLUSTRATION

2017

Wah Wah Club

A fresh addition to Dublin’s music scene, this venue featured a curated local and international lineup, immersive lighting, and a custom Funktion-One setup. Welcoming standout acts like Levon Vincent and Kiasmos.

DIGISTRAT ILLUSTRATION

2016

Digistrat

Digistrat crafts precise digital strategy, empowering brands like Bang & Olufsen to grow with clarity and confidence.

MazraaFarm ILLUSTRATION

2016

Mazraa Farm

In partnership with Dubai-based collaborators, Mazraa is a 3,400m² farm-to-table concept combining hydroponics, solar energy, and closed-loop systems, pioneering sustainable food and resource integration in arid environments.

BD Production ILLUSTRATION

2015

BD Productions

BD Productions produced and programmed large-scale festivals welcoming up to 15,000 attendees per day, shaping some of Ireland’s longest-running music events for over a decade

EASY EATS ILLUSTRATION

2016

Easy Eats

Easy Eats was created to fuel driven lives with performance-focused meals, earning athlete trust and strong market traction.

OPIUM ROOMS ILLUSTRATION

2014

Opium Rooms

Opium Rooms was a leading 1500 capacity music venue in Dublin City centre. Notable programming included Run The Jewels, Hot Chip & DJ Koze.

SOUTH WILLIAM ILLUSTRATION

2015

South William

A modern four storey bar embodying Irish conviviality, in the heart of Dublin’s creative quarter. Ancillary to the main business was 2000 square foot of office space, a retail shop, and a music studio.

ABSTRACT ILLUSTRATION

2011

Abstract

Abstract is a multidisciplinary creative agency, spanning immersive experiences, brand consultancy, and cultural programming.

growth partners

Conde Nast Traveler

20 of the Best Restaurants in Dublin

Georgina Campbell

Best Casual Dining

Opentable

Diner's Choice

Tripadvisor

Traveler's Choice

Irish Times

Best Places to Eat

The Times

Ireland's Top 100 Restaurants

Food & Wine Restaurant of The Year

Best Restaurant, Highly Commended

Food & Wine Restaurant of The Year

Best Casual Dining

Featured Awards

Awards and Accolades

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