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Oh! Donuts

Oh Donuts 1

47 High Street, Kilkenny city, R95C6PN

Tel:

info@ohdonuts.ie

Handmade Artisan Donuts, fine coffee & ice-cream.

Ted’s Coffee House

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Ted's Coffee House is conveniently located in the reception of Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel opposite St. Luke's Hospital. Serving barista coffees, specialty teas, sweet treats, soup, sandwiches, lunches, pizzas and desserts. Call in and experience our excellent service in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere.

Open 7 days a week.

 

Opening hours

Mon - Thu: 7:30am - 3pm

Fri: 7:30am - 4pm

Sat: 8:30am - 4pm

Sun: 8:30am - 3pm

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Opening hours

Tuesday - Saturday

9:30am - 4pm

 

Serving Breakfasts, light lunches, soup and sandwiches, sweet treats, barista coffees and teas.

Langtons Bar & Nightclub Kilkenny

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Langtons Ballroom & Garden Bar

Every Saturday Langtons Ballroom & Garden Bar are transformed into a full-on night club. Serving fabulous cocktails and an extensive drinks menu our DJ’s smash out the tunes to super-charge Langtons into a great nightclub experience.

Being a nightclub since the 80’s Langtons nightclub has seen changes over the years, but it has remained the destination of fun in Kilkenny. There is no reason needed to partake in a fun night out but if you do have a special occasion and would like to reserve an area, they cater for hen parties, birthdays and any other excuse you can find for a night out.

 Langtons Nightclub offers you comfort, and style spread over a large dance floors with 20 ft high ceilings, 3 indoor bars, 1 outdoor Garden bar & a large Garden terrace.   At Langtons Nightclub you can enjoy your surroundings while sipping delicious colorful cocktails and soaking up the lovely atmosphere together with your friends.    

Why not party all night on the most stunning dance floor in Kilkenny!

Nóinín

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3 John's Bridge, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 CF65

Tel: +353 87 4025353

Nóinín is the newest addition to the Kilkenny food scene. Looking out onto scenic John’s Bridge in the heart of Kilkenny city, this cosy and intimate restaurant serves up an eclectic range of dishes on its regularly changing menu. While the menu draws its influences from around the world, the focus is firmly on showcasing Kilkenny’s fantastic local produce. Complementing the food menu is a small well-curated wine list from Kilkenny’s own Le Caveau.

Nóinín is open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch (12 - 3.30 p.m.) with dinner also being served Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings (6 - 9 p.m.) Lunch service is walk- in only. Reservations can be made for evening service by ringing/texting 087-4025353 or through the DishCult website.

The Lady Helen Restaurant at Mount Juliet Estate

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Mount Juliet Estate, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny

Tel: +353 56 777 3000

reservations@mountjuliet.ie

https://www.ladyhelen.ie/

PURE. INDULGENT. JOYFUL.

Lady Helen is one of Ireland’s most unique dining experiences.

Serving outstanding modern Irish cuisine in a magnificent 260-year-old country manor, John Kelly’s menus champion the finest of Irish natural produce.

Guided by the seasons and bounty from the estate, each dish is a celebration of its ingredients, elegantly pared back to deliver extraordinary flavour.

Lady Helen’s impressive wine cellar offers access to the world’s finest wines, each carefully selected to complement John’s vibrant Irish cuisine. The exceptional collection includes more than 130 wines and champagnes, from small-batch organic vineyards to iconic Old World classics.

Lady Helen McCalmont’s parties at Mount Juliet Estate were legendary and her spirit of fun and generosity underpins everything we do. Awarded 1 Michelin star since 2013 and 4 AA rosettes, Lady Helen promises an unforgettable dining experience in Kilkenny. Take a seat in the historic Mount Juliet Estate dining room and discover wonderful service, dazzling wine and food that brings pure joy.

The Book & Coffee Shop

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The Book & Coffee Shop is located on William Street in the heart of Kilkenny City. They specialise in quality second hand books, literary gifts, home made cakes and coffee. The look forward to welcoming visitors to browse through their selection of books and gifts for sale.

They accept online payment by credit, debit card or Paypal. They also have a call and collect service.

Book and Coffee shop tokens available for any amount. Valid for all time. Can be exchanged for books, gifts, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cakes etc. 

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Rafters Accommodation

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Rafters Gastro Pub & Accommodation is Kilkenny Business Awards winner for 2021. It is based in the heart of Kilkenny City, 2 minutes walk from Kilkenny Castle. Combining old world charm with a modern elegance, this award winning bar offers a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Rafters offers great food with an extensive menu available 7 days a week. Boasting 14 ensuite bedrooms and a rooftop beer garden it can accommodate all your needs in Kilkenny. 

14 Ensuite modern bedrooms styled with great flair, taste & attention to detail. The bedrooms are quiet & relaxing with full modern conveniences such as televisions hair dryers’ iron and ironing boards. Complimentary tea or coffee available on request. Most of the bedrooms are spacious doubles/twins and the remaining ones are a mixture of triple and family rooms.

From €120 total stay

To enquire about B&B accommodation at The Rafter’s Gastro Pub Kilkenny please send an email to gerryrafter@gmail.com or call 056 7722970.

Alternatively you can secure your reservation via their online booking engine.

 

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Statham’s by Pembroke Kilkenny

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Experience the best of Kilkenny's local food producers at Statham's by Pembroke Kilkenny. Located in the heart of Kilkenny City and just a short stroll from Kilkenny Castle and Kilkenny Design Centre, this Kilkenny restaurant brings their customers the very best food experience which has always been at the heart of what they do. Statham's have tasted, debated and carefully chosen some sensational food for you. They seek out quality producers, locally in Kilkenny and Ireland, all of whom they trust and are proud to support.

Enjoy their delicious farm-to-fork food, sweet treats, organic wines, cocktails and amazing coffee in their cosy, well-ventilated indoor spaces or their outdoor courtyard. All menus are also available for takeaway.

 

Opening Hours:

Breakfast 7.30am - 10.30am Mon- Fri | 8am - 11am Sat & Sun

Brunch 12pm - 4pm Sat & Sun (and Bank Holiday Mondays)

Lunch 12pm - 4pm Mon- Fri

Dinner 5pm - 9pm Sun - Thurs / 5pm - 9.30pm Fri & Sat

Early Bird 5pm - 7pm Sun - Thur

Drinks 12pm - 11.30pm

 

 

John Street Tea Rooms

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The John Street Tea Rooms at Langtons Hotel Kilkenny is inspired by the famous Alice in Wonderland. The Viennese Style Room is a delicate David Collins designed eatery. Open from 9am daily it serves barista coffees, fresh pastries, breakfast, brunch, lunch & Afternoon Tea.

The Pastry Chefs freshly prepare many decadent pastries and treats. Langtons macarons, financiers and delicious scones are the perfect accompaniment when enjoying a barista coffee or one of their specialty teas.

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny Tearooms extends into its very own covered and heated courtyard. It is also the perfect place to dine alfresco or to enjoy some Afternoon Tea. They have a wide range of Afternoon Teas to choose from including Classic Afternoon Tea, Alice in Wonderland themed Afternoon Tea and Kiddies Afternoon Tea.

 

“Would you like an adventure now or should we have tea first?”

– Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll

Bridies Bar & General Store

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Bridies is an old-world bar, pub and general store with a charming walled garden to the rear. It is very popular with locals, and serves the best pint of Guinness. Hidden in the middle of Kilkenny's Medieval City, it's charm and old world style make this small bar the perfect place to meet your friends or to maybe make some new ones. It is part of Langton's Hotel Kilkenny and is named after one of the original founders of Langton’s, Bridie Langton.  Bridie’s Bar & General Store is certainly not one to be missed. 

The General Store is located at the front and has a beautiful old-world charm. The shop which is stocked with a mix of old quarter sweet jars, cards, gifts and pastries, is one of Kilkenny’s most photographed buildings. Bridies Store offers high quality specialty coffee produced by skilled baristas together with a large selection of homemade pastries, sauces, oils and treats, prepared daily on-site.

It also serves as a gift shop, boasting Irish made goods, like our large Voya range, Chunky Knits by Lisa, Soah Flowers & so much more.Entered through saloon doors reminiscent of a speak easy. The chat is always plentiful and only on big match days is a TV allowed into the Bar.To the back there is a long-walled Garden. Dotted down the garden are bus shelters where you can sit and enjoy the outdoors with a beer in hand, maybe even in the sunshine!  It is an escape from the hustle and bustle.If you are any way curious, then why not discover the charm of Bridies Bar & General Store.

Bridies Award winning garden is found by passing through the quirky sweet & gift shop and the snug old wold bar. When the sun shines, Bridies Garden is the perfect place to unwind. Enjoy the walled Gardens, bus shelters and the colourful blooms and planting whilst listening to some music. Why not join us for a beer in Bridies Garden and soak up the sun with friends and escape from the hustle and bustle of Kilkenny City.

 Bridies Bar and General Store is part of Langtons Hotel in Kilkenny City, renowned particularly for its impeccable customer service, good wholesome cuisine and genuine welcome. Visit www.langtons.ie.

Biddy Earlys Kilkenny

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Biddy Earlys Kilkenny

Kilkenny's best Cocktail and Party Bar has been slinging shots, mixing drinks and giving nights to remember since 1996. Visit Biddy Early's and we'll get your party going - you won't want to leave. You will find them on John Street in the center of Kilkenny's nightlife.


COCKTAIL HAPPY HOUR
Monday - Thursday: 12 noon - till 8pm
Friday - Sunday: 12 noon - till 6pm

What's on

There's always something on with nightly entertainment including: Karaoke, Live Bands, DJ sets, Private Cocktail Classes, Whisky Tasting and Sipping Masterclasses.

 

Find out more about What's On in Biddy Earlys or check out their Facebook page.

 

Lenehan’s Bar

Lenehans

Barrack Street, Kilkenny

Tel: 056 7721621

One of the oldest pubs in Kilkenny City which has retained its character for over 150 years!

Lenehan's – one of the oldest pubs in Kilkenny city – and with the addition of the new “yard” in 2020 – one of the most modern spaces in the city.  The bar which was sold by the Lenehan family in 2019 has remained largely untouched and is still one of the most authentic old bars remaining in Ireland with some of the original features like the snug, the remenants of the old grocery and the brandy and port casketts.

 

The yard is modern and boasts individual booths and ample covered seating.  Food is served Monday through Saturday from 12.30 daily until 7.30…come visit us in Lenehan's when you visit Kilkenny for a bite to eat or just a tipple where you will be offered a warm welcome by our efficient and friendly staff.

 

 

The Black Cat Café

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The Black Cat Café, Top Floor Parliament Street, Kilkenny, R95 X8NN

Tel: 0894807010

hello@theblackcat.ie

www.theblackcat.ie

The Black Cat Café is a venue with a huge south-facing outdoor terrace that overlooks the medieval rooftops of Kilkenny City. Couple the amazing views with the very best local and national produce and you have the perfect spot for a late breakfast, lunch or lite bite.

 

While away the afternoon with great barista coffee or some freshly prepared food with the sun on your face, all served in an informal laid back atmosphere.

 

Located right in the heart of the medieval mile on the top floor of the large Intersport Elverys building, it offers great food, coffee and the unique views of 2 of Kilkennys most famous landmarks, Kilkenny Castle and Saint Canices Cathedral.

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

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The Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is a multi-award winning four star hotel with 118 well appointed guestrooms, HOBAN Bar & Brasserie, Leisure Club and a host of versatile meeting and banqueting spaces.

The Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is Kilkenny’s premier, four star city centre hotel; with accessible car parking and free WiFi. It is located next to Kilkenny City landmarks such as the magical Kilkenny Castle, the intriguing St. Canice’s Cathedral, Medieval Rothe House and just a few steps away from the finest boutiques, theatres, bars and restaurants, not to mention the hotels own restaurant, bar and lounge, leisure club with the city's only gym and 21m pool, conference, wedding and private function facilities.

The inviting atmosphere of Savour Restaurant provides the perfect setting to start the day. And over a wholesome or even a hearty breakfast, guests discover homemade breads, scones and preserves from Chef David Oulton and his team; including the brown soda and sourdough breads from the bakery that also makes the signature homemade Madeira cake
that guests so enjoy.

HOBAN Bar & Brasserie is fabulously glamorous with a distinctly Art Deco feel. A cosy snug and warm fire provides the perfect backdrop to an extensive Cocktail and drinks list. A palette of rich peacock blue and russet orange combine with soft leathers, velvet and brass to give a warm ambiance to this contemporary brasserie – the perfect spot to relax after a busy day's sightseeing or to treat yourself after stressful week at work.

The Ormonde Leisure Club set out comfortably over two floors offers a friendly service with guest needs at the centre of its operations. Get moving on the broad range of gym equipment or be invigorated with our Fitness Classes, or perhaps, for a more relaxed mood, take time our in out 21m deck level pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi or Steam Room.

Set spaciously over two floors, all 10 meeting and conference rooms offer natural daylight, complimentary WiFi access, air conditioning and inclusive audio visual equipment. The ideal choice of conference venues in Kilkenny.

Facilities: Sauna, Fitness centre, Golf course (within 3 km), Jacuzzi, Indoor pool, Bicycle rental, Water sports facilities, Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar, Special diet menus, Free! WiFi, 24-hour front desk, Luggage storage, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Business centre, Laundry, Dry cleaning, VIP room facilities, Ironing service, Bridal suite, Currency exchange, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/Photocopying, Trouser press, Vending machine, Non-Smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests and heating.

Visit KilkennyOrmonde.com and book your stay today!

 

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Lyrath Estate Kilkenny

Lyrath Estate - Manor House - Kilkenny 5 Luxury Hotel

Paulstown Road, Kilkenny, R95 F685

Tel: 056 7760088

sales@lyrath.com

https://www.lyrath.com

The luxury, sophistication and style of Lyrath Estate are unsurpassed among Kilkenny hotels. Lyrath Estate is a multi-award winning hotel, spa and luxury wedding venue offering some of the finest accommodation, dining, and conference facilities in Ireland. Located amidst 170 acres of mature parkland, the Estate is home to a host of native wildlife including ducks, rabbits, hares, and squirrels. Lyrath Estate is a family-friendly hotel, boasting a leisure centre with a 17m swimming pool, 22 seater private screening room, outdoor playground and Reilly’s Fun Club. Guests can also avail of activities such as archery, falconry, cycling and walks throughout the Estate.

Escape and unwind with romantic breaks at Lyrath Estate – enjoy fine dining at our Two AA Rosette winning Yew Restaurant, rejuvenate with an Oasis Spa signature treatment, such as the award-winning Neroli Blossom Ritual, enjoy afternoon tea in The Atrium and catch up over cocktails in Tupper’s Bar! Try a tomahawk steak or lobster in the casual chic Grill & Bar.

The historic setting, exceptional facilities and exquisite food, mean Lyrath Estate is the ultimate wedding venue in Kilkenny. The award-winning Oasis spa voted 'Irish Tatler Hotel Spa of the year' is a popular destination for spa days & pamper breaks in Ireland not to mention among Kilkenny hotels.  The Kilkenny Convention Centre, part of Lyrath Estate, is the largest convention/conference venue in Kilkenny, with state of the art facilities, natural daylight and ample free parking we can cater for up to 1500 delegates theatre style, or 850 for a gala dinner.

Book your stay today in this top class hotel www.lyrath.com

 

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Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

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The 46 newly renovated bedrooms provide all the luxury and comforts you need when travelling for business or pleasure to Kilkenny City.  The central hotel location in Kilkenny City makes the Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel the perfect base for travelers exploring this charming Irish Medieval city.  The hotel rooms are spacious with a wonderful boutique charm and feel, coupled with 4 star hotel facilities and amenities including complimentary WiFi, bottled water, coffee making machines and flat screen TVs.

The new Brasserie restaurant combines casual dining with stylish interiors and to ensure all guests are given an unforgettable dining experience, the talented chefs only use the best seasonal ingredients from trusted local suppliers.  The Brasserie is your go-to destination for a lunch date with friends, family meal or a romantic dinner.

The Hibernian Bar is a perfect friendly and cosy place to enjoy an informal bite or pre-dinner drinks.

Book your stay today www.kilkennyhibernianhotel.com

 

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Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

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Langtons Hotel in Kilkenny City is renowned particularly for its impeccable customer service, good wholesome cuisine and genuine welcome. This Kilkenny hotel is designed to a modern and stylish four-star standard. It is considered in fact, one of the jewels in Kilkenny's Medieval City. The hotel is centrally located on the bustling John Street at the heart of Kilkenny City. It is an easy stroll to the High Street and surrounding shopping and tourist attractions such as Kilkenny Castle & St. Canice's Cathedral and Tower.  Langtons Hotel is home to award winning bars specifically known for introducing show stopping performances and gigs. In fact, it is known for Kilkenny's most trendy, modern and dynamic nightclub where you can dance the night away and most importantly catch your beauty sleep all under the same roof.

Langtons Kilkenny have designed the accommodation to give guests a relaxed yet memorable stay. The 34 bedrooms range in size from the intimate main house to the larger townhouse suites.  All are luxuriously appointed with bespoke furniture, large and sublimely comfortable beds. The Bar, Restaurant and Tearoom offer dining throughout the day serving Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Early Bird and Dinner. Langton’s executive chef has carefully designed considered seasonal menus for the many dining areas throughout the hotel. Weekly Entertainment includes Late Bar, Nightclub, Traditional Irish Music, Comedy, Theatre and DJs.

As a proud member of the Kilkenny Whiskey Guild, the bars offer bespoke cocktail menus and consequently stock over 90 Irish whiskies. We offer a whiskey tasting experience led by one of our in-house Whiskey Experts. Langtons was established in 1938 and has a long tradition with Irish Whiskey throughout its history. Indeed the last whiskey distillery in Kilkenny City was on the site of Langtons Set Theatre. For more information on the Whiskey Tasting Experience, please contact Nicole at nicola@langtons.ie or phone (056) 776 5133.

This Kilkenny hotel's facilities include free wifi, car park, air conditioning, penthouse and suites. Langtons Hotel Kilkenny has a very unique charm and consequently is the ideal choice for your holiday stay, dining experience, meeting or event. Book today and visit www.langtons.ie.

 

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Butler House and Garden

Butler House & Garden

16 Patrick Street, Co. Kilkenny

Tel: 056 7722828

res@butler.ie

https://www.butler.ie/

Butler House and Garden is the charming Dower House of Kilkenny Castle since 1786. This unique four-star guest house in Kilkenny brings history, charm, romance and a warm welcome to all who visit. Sleep, dine or celebrate those milestones in life in timeless and unique surroundings.

The superb location of Butler House offers visitors the very best of Kilkenny City. Through the front door, you will find Patrick Street, a two-minute walk to the centre. Through the back door, you will find the internationally renowned Butler House Walled Garden. This charming Georgian Garden was restored to its former glory in 1999, and boasts its own private entrance to the Castle yard and the iconic Kilkenny Castle.

Butler House and Garden is also a member of Ireland's Blue Book, a prestigious collection of Ireland's most charming and stylish hideaways.

The Brasserie at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

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The Brasserie at Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel has a modern chic setting in a historic Georgian building, serving the finest local ingredients with a famous French twist. While the rich tones, quirky touches and spectacular service are what drives people to this fine-dining restaurant, it’s the quality of food that comes from our kitchen that keeps them coming back time and time again.

A treat for the senses and a reward for the soul, Head Chef Cormac Vesey’s award-winning dishes are made from the best seasonal ingredients sourced directly from local suppliers he knows and trusts. While behind the bar, their unforgettable cocktails are made from the finest internationally renowned spirits and served in style by highly-trained mixologists.

From coffee catch-ups and leisurely lunches, to elegant Afternoon Tea, the sumptuous surroundings of The Brasserie are perfect for a luxurious rendezvous, no matter what time of day. However, to avoid disappointment, we highly recommend making reservations for your preferred dining time. The highly-skilled chefs can accommodate any special requests or dietary requirements.

Opening Times

Coffee: Monday to Sunday – 8.00am to 12.30

Brunch: Monday to Sunday- 10.30am to 12.30

Friday: Lunch 12.30pm to 3.30pm and dinner from 5.30pm until 10.30pm

Saturday & Sunday: All day dining from 12.30pm until 9.30pm

Afternoon Tea: Friday to Sunday from 12.30pm until 5.00pm, served in Hibernian Bar Monday to Thursday

MUSE Coffee + Food

Musefood

Butler Gallery, John’s Quay, Kilkenny, Ireland

Tel: 056 7741169

hello@musecoffeefood.ie

https://musecoffeefood.ie

MUSE is the perfect place to enjoy their inspired food and specialty coffee, celebrating the best of local, seasonal, homemade produce. A destination in itself or the perfect start or end to an exploration of Butler Gallery’s magnificent collection of Irish art and visiting exhibitions.

Lunch in their café or garden courtyard against the backdrop of this magnificently restored building with a history spanning 800 years and enjoy views of the monastic site of St John’s Priory. Delight in the perfect weekend Brunch in their outdoor seating area. Parents can unwind while the kids explore our children’s garden and gallery workshops.

Riverview Bar & Terrace

Riverview Bar and Terrace Kilkenny River Court Hotel

Kilkenny River Court Hotel, The Bridge John Street, Kilkenny, R95 Y104

Tel: 056 7723388

events@rivercourthotel.com

https://www.rivercourthotel.com/bar-terrace.html

The Riverview Bar & Terrace has picture-perfect views, delicious home-cooked food & friendly service.

The Riverview Bar & Terrace at the Kilkenny Rivercourt Hotel is a place of friendliness and warmth in the heart of Kilkenny City. It is the ideal setting for a coffee, dining or few drinks with friends whilst enjoying the picture-perfect views of Kilkenny Castle and the River Nore. The Riverview Bar is also an ideal setting for small parties such as birthdays, family occasions or work gatherings. A private area can be reserved for groups on request providing you with the wonderful atmosphere of the Riverview Bar whilst enjoying your own private space.

They serve a delicious array of Bistro food throughout the day and evening, from salads, steaks, burgers, sandwiches and lots more not forgetting our tempting desserts and coffees. During the warmer days the outdoor Terrace area is alive with both residents and locals alike due to its stunning location on the water's edge. Locally the Terrace is known as the ultimate al fresco wining and dining area in Kilkenny and is the place to be. 

Riverside Restaurant

Riverside Restaurant at the Kilkenny River Court Hotel

Kilkenny River Court Hotel, The Bridge John Street, Kilkenny, R95 Y104, Ireland

Tel: 056 7723388

reception@rivercourthotel.com

https://www.rivercourthotel.com/riverside-restaurant.html

The ambience of the award-winning Riverside Restaurant in the Kilkenny River Court Hotel exudes warmth and friendliness. A truly magical setting, the restaurant provides diners with an exquisite array of authentic cuisine to create a truly magnificent dining experience. Popular with locals and visitors to Kilkenny this restaurant is beautifully set with stunning views of the Nore River and the majestic Kilkenny Castle. 

The newly refurbished Riverside Restaurant at the Kilkenny River Court Hotel is open daily for both breakfast and dinner. Groups can also be accommodated in the Restaurant for dinner or lunch upon request - ideal for a group of family or friends who want to get together in a warm and friendly atmosphere.  The Riverside Restaurant caters for all occasions and celebrations and all group sizes and menus can be tailored to suit your group and occasion. Pre-dinner drinks can be served from the Terrace area or the Riverview bar. Live entertainment every weekend in the Riverview Bar so you can continue the nights celebrations.

 

For Dining Reservations & Enquiries please contact Dining Enquiries

 

Restuarant Opening Hours 

Breakfast 7am to 10.30am - Monday to Friday 

8am to 11am to Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays (no pre booking required for breakfast) 

Dinner Sunday to Saturday 6pm to 9pm - Pre Booking is essential

HOBAN Bar & Brasserie at Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

HOBAN Bar & Brasserie at Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel in Kilkenny

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel, Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, R95 Y5CX, Ireland

Tel: 056 7750200

reservations@kilkennyormonde.com

https://www.kilkennyormonde.com/hoban-bar-brasserie.html

HOBAN Bar & Brasserie at Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel in Kilkenny City Centre is where a relaxed atmosphere, excellent food and a genuine welcome awaits you. The bar is fabulously glamorous with a distinctly Art Deco feel and a cosy snug and warm fire providing the perfect backdrop to an extensive and impressive Cocktail and Drinks List.

A palette of rich peacock blue and russet orange combines with soft leathers, velvet and brass to give a warm ambience to this contemporary brasserie – the perfect spot to relax in after a busy day's sightseeing or to treat yourself after stressful week at work.

Opening Daily: Bar from 12.30pm (and 4.30pm from Monday to Thursday) and the Brasserie Serves from opening till 9pm 

HOBAN Sunday Brunch is served from 11am - 3 pm House DJ from 11.30 -1.30pm. Enjoy great classic brunch dishes in a buzzing brasserie atmosphere. The art deco glamour of the bar & brasserie is matched with soft mood lighting to soothe and our resident DJ will ease you into your Sunday with funky, easy listening music vibes.

Signature brunch cocktails like Bellini, Mimosa and Bloody Mary’s as well as non-alcoholic detox and kick-start cocktails to set you up for the day. Great for getting together with family or a group of friends or for the day after a celebration or night out.

See the HOBAN Brunch Menu here

HOBAN Evening Menu 

HOBAN Day Menu

HOBAN Brunch Menu

Pure Bar at Hotel Kilkenny

Pure Bar Hotel Kilkenny

This chic bar offers an inviting interior, a mix of old and new world styles. This stylish Kilkenny bar is a haven of designer luxury and is renowned for its great service, fantastic quality food & easy going atmosphere. Pure offers an extensive drinks, wine and cocktail list including some specialist drinks carefully assembled by the Pure team.  The Pure Bar food menu has been crafted to offer a great variety of dishes to suit all needs; Pure Bar Menu.

Cafe la Coco

Cafe la coco is a small, cozy family run cafe in the heart of Kilkenny city.  Within walking distance to some of Kilkenny's top tourist attractions including Kilkenny Castle, Medieval Mile Museum and Rothe House . Loved by the locals and tourists visiting Kilkenny. 
 
We love our coffee. We brew every cup with precision and commitment and with the same mission statement: Make It Awesome!
 
We don't just do coffee. We've become Kilkenny's No 1 wholefood cafe by caring deeply about the quality of the ingredients from the best local artisan producers. Our food is made fresh to order, every morning with a strong emphasis on good quality. Starting from blueberry pancakes and smashed avocado toast to mouthwatering sourdough sandwiches, organic salads and baked goods. We are vegan and gluten free friendly.
 
Cafe la coco focus on bringing love of design, food, baking, coffee and great service in relaxed and welcoming environment. ''Everyone is always welcome at our table"
 

Butcher Restaurant

Butcher Restaurant

The Butterslip, Kieran Street, Kilkenny

Tel: 0567790655

info@butcherrestaurant.ie

www.butcherrestaurant.ie

Redefine your Steak-House experience at Butcher Restaurant in the Heart of Kilkenny. Quality contemporary food & Cocktails are served in their relaxed and intimate restaurant. Enjoy the finest cuts in the best company!​

When visiting Butcher Restaurant guests are sitting just nine miles from Summerhill Farm, Thomastown, where they rear their own traditional breeds including purebred Hereford, Galloway and Aberdeen Angus. These cows are born and raised at Summerhill and are grass fed for 10 months of the year. The restaurant host, Mark Williams is a 6th generation beef farmer at Summerhill Farm. Mark has been supplying beef to top restaurants around Ireland since the 1990's which is how he met their Head Chef James Dewberry and was inspired to open this restaurant, Butcher in the heart of this medieval city.

Arán Bakery & Bistro

Aran Bakery and Bistro

Artisanal Bakery and Bistro

Artisanal Bakery and Bistro in the heart of Kilkenny city. The Bistro serves delicious brunches and dinners made from seasonal local produce, showcasing their house-made stone baked breads made with natural Irish ingredient. The Bakery & Deli offers take-away house-made sourdough, sweet and savoury pastries and coffee.

All of our breads are stone-baked daily in our bread oven and contain nothing but salt, water, flour and natural leaven or a fresh yeast culture. No preservatives. no chemicals. just nature. All our flours are grown and milled by our friends at The Little Mill built on the River Nore in Bennettsbridge Co. Kilkenny. We work closely with local producers from Kilkenny, Carlow and beyond. Because we are big believers and advocates of seasonality and local produce, our menus are like the weather - they can change from day-to-day.

For brunch, we work on a walk-in basis - tables are first come, first served - but if you have any special needs, a larger group or would like to sit in the dog-friendly area give us a shout and we'll try and accommodate you.

Dinner reservations can be made on our website. If you have a large group, please don't hesitate to contact us.

We are dog friendly.

Opening Hours

Arán Bistro Open: Monday, Wednesday - Sunday
Arán Deli & Bakery Open: Wednesday - Sunday

Avalon House Hotel

Avalon House Hotel

Idyllically located in the picturesque Irish countryside, just a short drive from Kilkenny City, Avalon House Hotel is an historic manor dating back to the 19th century which has been delicately and beautifully restored. Featuring both old and new world influences, this wonderful and unique food haven is a fabulous option for a quiet getaway or a more elaborate celebration.

This superb Castlecomer venue contains a host of luxurious outlets from the relaxing Lark’s Bar, the gracious splendour of our casual fine dining Lil's restaurant right through to the stunning backdrop of our elegant 250 capacity ballroom. Their ethos is simple. Providing exquisite food in an elegant setting by the vastly experienced team the hotel ensures your visit will be memorable forever. The jewel in the crown of Avalon House Hotel is undoubtedly Lil’s Restaurant.

Situated on the first floor with natural light flooding through the original windows and views of the woodland estate. The eternally cosy, stove-lit, Lark’s bar enjoys a very strong lunch and supper. This comfy backdrop is awash with decorative trinkets and unique features and is a huge hit with both local patrons and in-house guests. Both can often be seen mingling throughout the evening especially on Friday nights when there is live music.

The boutique style lends itself ideally to weddings and Avalon House Hotel is delighted to present both Á La Carte offerings & 3 enticing package options. Wedding couples are encouraged to impose their individuality on their magical day so this Kilkenny hotel have provided opportunities to tailor a bespoke menu as required. 

 

For reservations and more information visit: www.avalonhousehotel.ie

 

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Malzards Pub & Hurling Experience

Malzards

19 Main St, Ballycoam, Stoneyford, Co. Kilkenny

Tel: 0879715304

fmalzard@yahoo.com

https://www.malzards.com/

A great pub located in Stoneyford, Kilkenny just a short distance from Mount Juliet, that offers the best craic and great music. Malzards offers a traditional Irish Pub experience, with traditional Irish instruments available for you to play, or sing along with the local musicians in the bar.
Learn how to hurl: in a relaxed, fun environment, learn all about Ireland's ancient Gaelic game of hurling with neighbours, young and old will love it!

Goatsbridge Trout Farm

At Goatsbridge Fish Farm, trout is their passion. Their knowledge and experience farming rainbow trout has been passed down through three generations. Each catch comes daily from the crystal clear waters of The Little Arrigle River, giving their trout unique taste and texture. They love trout, and they know if you give it a try you will too! Goatsbridge Trout is available from their online shop, all major supermarkets in Ireland as well as specialist shops, or directly from their farm gate. Visitors are welcome to look around their trout farm at any time during opening hours.

Come and see Goatsbridge visitor center and shop, where you can sample and buy our products. The center is located beside the trout ponds, and you can organise single or group tours around the farm where you will learn all about Goatsbridge Trout Farm, it’s herritage and business history. Visit https://goatsbridgetrout.ie

Helen Costelloe Food Producer

” The Cutting Vedge” in Unit 4, Ormonde St., Kilkenny

Tel:

helen.costelloe@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/chefhelencostelloe

Helen Costelloe creates a dining experience with a difference. With food as delicious as it is healthy, you can eat out at Helen Costelloe’s without feeling a single pang of guilt! Diners of all descriptions come from far and wide to sample Helen’s seasonal, wholefood, vegetarian cuisine, which proves once and for all that healthy food can be ‘just too tasty to describe’. Using seasonal vegetables, nuts, grains, pulses and the very best of original spices, Helen creates menus that cater for all tastes including allergies and intolerances, with no compromise to taste. Each occasion provides a chance to socialise in an enjoyable setting, without breaking the bank or your promises to yourself!

Highbank Orchards

Highbank Orchards

Farmley, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny

Tel: 086 8172132

sales@highbank.ie

highbankorchards.com

Highbank Organic Farm in Co. Kilkenny was a 17th century farmyard and the present farm house was built by our family in the 19th Century. The first apple orchards were planted by the family, in 1969, to compliment the hop gardens.

The varieties of apples are specially chosen for their juicing properties which are uniquely complex and full of health giving vitamins and minerals.

Highbank Orchards is home to the original and innovative and multi award winning HIGHBANK orchard syrup. They also produce several delicious Apple juices, including their acclaimed Christmas organic mulling apple juice and new Highbank Apple Wine. 

The Little Mill Company

The Little Mill Company, Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny

Tel: 056 772 7399

info@kellswholemeal.ie

http://thelittlemill.ie/

The Little Mill is owned and managed by the Mosse Family. Stretching back seven generations, the family have been milling on the banks of the River Nore in Co. Kilkenny. When you have been handling, milling and selecting wheat for that long, you’re not only knowledgeable but passionate about it, and that passion is evident not only in their milling but when creating their baking mixes. We produce our Stoneground Wholemeals at the Little Mill in Bennettsbridge. The mill has a long history and is the only commercial mill of its kind still in operation.

The Truffle Fairy

Chapel Ln, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny

Tel: 087 2862634

info@trufflefairy.ie

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The Truffle Fairy was set up in 2005 by award winning chef Mary Teehan. After years of cooking and travel experience Mary brings a uniquely fresh approach to chocolate truffle making. Drawing on her experience and love of natural fresh ingredients, The Truffle Fairy stays true to taste and quality. Truffle Fairy hand makes high quality chocolate truffles, fudge, bars, chocolate eggs and cakes. Carefully chosen fine flavour couverture is paired with fresh spices and quality liquors to create some wonderfully unique and tasty chocolates. We only use the highest quality, locally sourced and organic ingredients when available to make our products.

Zwartbles Ireland

The Zwartbles Ireland Blankets & Travel Rugs are woven to a traditional weight and have four white stripes which represent the Zwartbles sheep distinctive white markings. The twin narrow stripes represent the legs white socks which stop before their knees or hocks. The one broad stripe represents the distinctive white face blaze from poll to muzzle. The single white stripe represents the tip of the Zwartbles undocked tail.

 

To visit Zwartbles please email: info@zwartblesireland.com to make an appointment. 

Kilkenny Design Centre

Kilkenny Design Centre

Kilkenny Design Craft Centre offers an unrivalled selection of Irish handcrafted gifts. While it has many imitators, the Centre remains Ireland’s most prestigious source of Irish gifts of exceptional quality, all chosen with a discerning eye for quality, uniqueness and style.

The Centre’s unequalled supplier list, drawn from Ireland’s most eminent craftspeople and designers, gives visitors a uniquely special shopping experience, allowing them to purchase the best of Irish crafts and design under one roof. Visitors from outside of the EU can avail of highly attractive tax free shopping.

Ballykeefe Distillery

Kyle, Ballykeefe, Cuffsgrange, County Kilkenny

Tel: 0877004538

info@ballykeefedistillery.ie

ballykeefedistillery.ie

Set-up in 2017 by Morgan Ging & his wife Anne, Ballykeefe Distillery is an eco-friendly, Single Estate Irish Family Farm Whiskey Distillery, located in picturesque countryside, just 15 minutes out-side the medieval city of Kilkenny, producing a range of premium spirits. A ‘field to glass’ family operation, every grain of barley in our Whiskey is sown, grown, harvested, milled and distilled on our family farm. Located in the area where the birth of Irish Whiskey was first recorded in 1324, Ballykeefe Distillery is a multiple award winner for quality and sustainability.

A tour of Ballykeefe Distillery is a must for anyone with an interest in Kilkenny’s historical association with Irish Whiskey. Our guided tour enables guests to explore our distillery and discover the ancient art of Irish Whiskey making and the craftmanship that goes into each of our casks. Guests will experience first-hand the sound, smell and feel of a fully operational distillery, with a behind-the-scenes tour visiting each stage of the brewing and distilling process. Guests will sample the spirits in the repurposed horse stable which now serves as the tasting room, with its high ceilings, exposed brick and reclaimed wood tables and bar, fresh with knowledge of their history and the craftsmanship devoted to their making. The duration of the tour is approx. 1 hour.

Guided Distillery Tours are offered on a request basis. Tours may be arranged, Monday to Friday (excl. Bank Holiday Mondays), subject to availability, from April to October.

For all tour enquiries, please contact us on +353 87 700 4538 / info@ballykeefedistillery.ie

Edward Hayden Cookery School

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Mill Road, Graiguenamanagh, Co. Kilkenny

Tel: 087 776 3312

info@edwardhayden.ie

https://edwardhayden.ie/

Edward will be doing cookery demonstrations over the weekend as well as giving hands-on tuition.

Boasting private dining facilities, he will also be doing children’s cookery workshops and corporate team building events.

The cookery school, with Brandon Hill in the background, boasts a large kitchen suitable for both demonstration and hands-on classes with an adjoining dining room and stylish utility room area.

Ryeland House Cookery School

Ryeland House Cookery School first open its doors in Kilkenny in 1991 to provide cooking classes and has been run ever since by the proprietor Mrs. Anne Neary.

When it comes to food the ethos of Anne and the Ryeland House Cookery School has always been one of using locally sourced, great quality ingredients. Much of the food used at Ryeland House is grown on the home farm, our neighbours farms or is produced locally by skilled artisan food makers. All the eggs used in our cooking come from our own free range hens, which guests and students are encouraged to visit during their time at Ryeland.

Waterside Restaurant & Guest House

Irish & Continental cuisine featuring game in season, local specialties such as smoked eel and an extensive international wine list. If you are feeling a bit peckish? The team in the kitchen at Waterside know their craft. Having honed their skills and developed their own style during fifteen years as a team their work has resulted in consistently favourable reports. The restaurant at Waterside, Graiguenamanagh, Kilkenny, has earned a reputation for excellence over many years. The room itself, with its riverfront location, sets the scene for a wonderful intimate evening with great food and fine wines. The atmosphere in the dining room is relaxed and comfortable. The food is good, the wine list is delicious with over 40 wines from right around the globe.

Zuni Restaurant & Hotel

26 Patrick Street, Kilkenny

Tel: 056 7723999

paulbyrne@zuni.ie

http://zuni.ie/

Zuni Restaurant Bar & Boutique Hotel, situated on Patrick Street, in Kilkenny's City Centre. Serving great food for lunch or dinner seven days a week since 2000. Arrive early for a cocktail in our chic new cocktail bar. Zuni restaurant is highly regarded as one of Kilkennys top restaurants. From our award-winning kitchen you can enjoy breakfast daily from 8am,  Lunch from 12 noon with early bird and full a la carte evening service from 5.30pm.

 

Kytelers Inn

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Kyteler's Inn is a truly historic Kilkenny bar and venue dating back to 1324 with an intriguing background - but you will have to visit to hear the whole story of witches & poisoned husbands! The building houses four bars over three floors with a great tradition for Music and is an IRISH MUSIC BAR award winner.

The Menu in Kyteler's reflects local, Irish produce and fare served with local beers.  Music is a huge part of Ireland's history and Traditional Irish music has a home right here in Kyteler's Inn. Enjoy a fun Trad session with a talented duo, every Monday to Thursday evening in the Main bar.

Visitors from all over the world join a local clientele for Bacon and Cabbage, Irish Stew, prime Steaks and our famous 'Vol au Vents' washed down with local Kilkenny beers, Harp lager and Guinness. This Kilkenny bar has catered for many tour groups over the years and would be very happy to look after any group in this great medieval building.  Kytelers Inn, Kilkenny offers the perfect surroundings for special occasions, communions, birthdays, Christmas parties, office parties & private parties.

NEW! The Witches Brew. Officially called “Kytelers Inn Irish Red”, we've nicknamed it “The Witches Brew” after Alice Kyteler - the former owner of Kytelers who was accused of witchcraft, heresy and murder. Brewed locally by O’Haras, this creamy red ale comes on draught at 3.8% ABV and has a distinctive ale finish.

Lanigan’s Bar & Restaurant

Lanigans Kilkenny Bar

Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant is a family run Traditional Kilkenny Bar located in the heart of the medieval city. Live Music is on offer 7 nights a week and Irish Cuisine served until 9pm each evening. Famed for its Hooly nights Live Trad with Cu Chulainn with World renowned Irish Dancer Ger Hayes and dancers from Evelyn White school of dance every Mon, Tues, Wed & Thur 9 till late. It also boasts the largest LCD video wall in Ireland for all your sporting events.

Adjacent to this famous Kilkenny bar is a brand new 40 bed Tourist Hostel offering visitors accommodation on a budget. Voted the number one on things to do in Kilkenny on Trip Advisor, The Kilkenny Way Hurling Experience brings you down a unique sporting experience into the world's oldest & Fastest Field Game. Located close to top Kilkenny attractions such as Kilkenny Castle, the newly added addition of Kilkenny Ghost Tours is a must when visiting the Medieval capital of Ireland. A warm and Friendly welcome will always greet you at Lanigan's.

Left Bank Bar

Left Bank popular Kilkenny bar for couples, friends, groups and parties

Left Bank has been transformed into one of Kilkenny's most popular bars and venues. A recently renovated Bank of Ireland Branch, this Kilkennt bar features a beautifully designed main bar with lively atmosphere, friendly staff and Louie's Backyard and outdoor area is a fully heated and covered smoking area featuring its own fireplace and both an indoor and outdoor bar.

Rive Gauche restaurant serves a beautiful Gourmet Lunch daily from 12pm – 4.30pm. Groups and parties of all needs are invited to this Kilkenny bar to soak up the atmosphere in our historic and impressive bar.

Sams Kilkenny is the latest addition to The Left Bank.  The brand new Sams Kilkenny offers gourmet food delivered to you, in the comfort of your own home or you have the option to call and collect. They deliver within an 2km radius of Kilkenny City to ensure the quality and standard of their food. Specialising in pizzas, pastas, house dips and house desserts that are prepared daily by their professional kitchen team. Order and prepay over the phone or website and organise delivery or collection. ​Opening hours Monday to Sunday 1pm to 10pm. Call: 056 7818022.

Marble City Bar & Tea Rooms

Marble City Tearooms

Situated within walking distance from Langton House Hotel, The Marble City Bar & Tea Rooms is one the oldest public houses in the County it has still retained many of the original features and exsudes a warm & friendly atmosphere. MCB is a favourite with locals and residents alike, visitors will experience and savour an atmosphere made tangible by the aroma of International coffees, freshly baked breads and extensive menus boasting the very best in fresh local Irish produce and service.

Downstairs and situated on a bustling pedestrianised shopping street is the new addition to the Langton family Marble City Tea Rooms. An ideal meeting spot with both indoor and outdoor seating area's it is the perfect setting in which to experience a varied selection of coffees, teas, cakes, and pastries along with a full & comprehensive menu.

Matt the Millers

Matt The Millers Exterior

Matt the Millers is arguably one of the most popular pubs in Kilkenny. The energetic bar features four floors with a bar on each and with an expanse of ground space to dance the night away under the sparkling disco ball and warm atmosphere. Customers are spoilt for choice with great food, a lively bar and music venue in a pub that has maintained its true Medieval Character. So come on down and soak up the atmosphere for yourself!

McDonalds Restaurant

High quality is one of our top priorities. From our meats to our cheeses, from our fresh produce to our eggs, we’re committed to serving you the very best.

Open 24 hours a week, 7 days a week with a Drive Thru also

Paris Texas Bar & Restaurant

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The leading Gastro pub in the South East of Ireland. Our newly refurbished pub in the heart of Kilkenny city is now known as one of the leading Gastro pubs in the South East and is home to a wood smoking oven offering a fusion of traditional American South West favourites with the sophistication of New Orleans French Quarter.

Paris Texas has an extensive range of beers on tap and in bottle to meet and challenge your tastes – just as our food does. We also pride ourselves on our range of spirits, particularly whiskeys, rums, gins and vodkas. All these spirits encourage experimentation so we probably have a cocktail with your name on it. Some even use our home-made lemonade. We also offer all our wines, including prosecco, by the glass as well as bottle.

We deliver quality food at affordable prices ensuring its popularity with locals and visitors alike. American Barbeque food is perfect for sharing with friends or a beer and for casual dining. Our smoked meats, often dry-rubbed or marinated result in some of our dishes being both smoky and spicy. Not all our meats are smoked, there is something for everyone!

So if you want to experience ‘real deal’ American southwest cuisine and a genuine Irish welcome we think you have made the right choice. Our team are always on hand to help you with menu choices and suggestions that will suit your mood today.

Petronella Restaurant

Butterslip Lane (Off High Street), Kilkenny

Tel: 056 7761899

info@petronella.ie

http://www.petronella.ie/

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Petronella restaurant and café combines medieval Kilkenny with what is best in our city's dining and evening entertainment today. Petronella's unique location on the Butterslip , one of the busiest tourist routes in the city and its modern Irish and European cuisine, create an irresistible welcome that you are sure to return to time and again. A charming dining experience, whether over a brisk lunch, leisurely evening meal or time set aside for an all important coffee, will always be guaranteed by our friendly and attentive staff.

Petronella's welcome extends to the tourist in a very special way in its presentation of music and storytelling evenings while all the while honouring all that is uniquely Irish. We will always celebrate what is classic and best in Irish food and realise that we intertwine with our history every time we serve dishes like the humble baked potato but most of all when we chat about Petronella herself. Look forward to dipping into the archives with us on her remarkable history as the first woman to be burnt at the stake in Europe and take a stroll around the corner when you leave to stand where Petronella met her end on the site of Kilkenny's town hall.

Rafters Gastro Pub & Accommodation

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Rafters Gastro Pub & Accommodation is Kilkenny Business Awards winner for 2021. It is based in the heart of Kilkenny City, 2-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle. Combining old world charm with a modern elegance, this award winning bar offers a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Rafters offers great food with an extensive menu available 7 days a week. Boasting 14 bedrooms and a rooftop beer garden it can accommodate all your need.

Rafter's has a new outdoor al fresco dining area to enjoy this summer. The ultimate spot to soak up the atmosphere of the city and enjoy afternoon or evening drinks and lunch in the summer sunshine.

Live music is available on weekends and all major sporting occasions are shown on their 3 giant screens. Rafters is renowned as a sports venue and is complemented by a pool table and darts board. Saturday nights are very lively at Rafter Dempsey's, as they always have one of the best bands in Kilkenny belting out their tunes! If you are looking for a great entertainment venue, with a terrific atmosphere, good company and an old world charm all mixed together to give the right blend for your night, look no further.

Ristorante Rinuccini

Ristorante Rinuccini is a family owned and run multi award-winning Italian restaurant located in the heart of Kilkenny City for over 25 years. Specialising in classic Italian cuisine, Ristorante Rinuccini boasts an extensive menu selection, catering for lunch, dinner, group bookings and private dining in our city-centre restaurant.

Sullivans Taproom & Brewing Co

Soak up the atmosphere and savour the ancient craft of independent, artisan brewing at Sullivan’s Taproom, located at 15 John Street Kilkenny.

Combine internationally award winning craft beer with a delicious daily menu containing items such as wood fired pizzas, burgers, tacos, wings and more! Established in 1702 at The Malting’s on James's Street, Kilkenny, the brewery survived a fire in 1880 and was lost on horse bet in 1918 before being revived in 2016 by members of the Sullivan and Smithwick families.

Sullivan’s Brewing Company is now back stronger than ever producing award winning beer – The Malting’s Red Ale was voted Best Draught Ale in the world, 2017/18! Sullivan’s Taproom also boasts rotational taps allowing you to sample a variety of craft beer each time you visit, as well as a new and improved heated outdoor dining area, including the extremely popular 8 person outdoor pods!

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The Pantry

The Pantry Country Kitchen is a busy Kilkenny City centre café offering an all-day, value for money casual dining experience. Famous for their Breakfast Special, The Pantry prepares freshly cooked food. An in-house bakery and confectionary ensures that freshly made breads, pastries and desserts are always available.

The Pantry now features a heated outdoor area on pedestrian friendly Kieran Street, where customers can sit with friends, relax and watch the world go by.

The in-house bakery makes cake,desserts, breads, scones & pastries to take home with you also.

Aroi Kilkenny

Delicious Asian street food at this Kilkenny Restaurant

Aroi is a casual dining Kilkenny restaurant that offers a single course dining experience and service with the minimum of fuss. Aroi (pronounced Aroy) is associated with the eating experience in Asia and means delicious or tasty.

This Kilkenny restaurant's ethos is to serve market fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This healthy cuisine avoids the obscure chemicals and additives so common in today's food. View our Kilkenny menu today

Billy Byrnes Bar

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Billy Byrnes is one of Kilkenny’s most famous public houses located in the heart of this medieval city. This Kilkenny bar is a popular meeting place for locals young and old with a reputation for good beer, good food and a warm welcome. In this relaxed and informal environment visitors can enjoy a bit of local colour, some top quality live music, or just a quiet corner to read the paper.

Billy Byrnes main bar is a big, bright, welcoming space where guests can eat breakfast and lunch, check e-mail, or just meet friends and linger over coffee during the day. At night, the bar fills up with a mixture of locals and visitors, hipsters and sports stars.  A wide selection of craft beers and spirits from Kilkenny and further afield is served. There is a dedicated live music room at the back of the bar not to mention a funky beer garden furnished with rescued sofas and home-made tables, like a beach bar in the middle of the city! There’s even an old double-decker bus, converted to a kitchen, serving tasty street food from around the world and a real wood-fired oven turning out fresh, authentic pizzas.

Situated above a renovated 19th Century townhouse bar and restaurant, popular with locals and visitors alike, Billy Byrnes is a comfortable family-run bed & breakfast just a five minute stroll from the heart of historic Kilkenny city. Visit Billy Byrne's today and experience what this great Kilkenny bar has to offer.

Cakeface Patisserie

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Cakeface Patisserie is the brainchild of pastry chef duo Laura & Rory Gannon. Returning home after years working with some of the best pastry teams in France and London, namely The Savoy and Café Royal, Laura & Rory wanted to create their own special brand in Ireland.

Located on the ‘medieval mile’ between St. Canice’s Cathedral and High St., the patisserie offers savoury or sweet options, catering for vegetarians and vegans alike. It offers unique and quirky range of sweet treats and desserts, all handmade by Laura & Rory. A constantly changing lunch menu guarantees fresh and interesting gourmet salads, soups and sambos on sourdough baguettes or artisan loaves. Choose to eat in or take a selection box home. Perfect to take back to work for an afternoon treat.

The Lab is where the magic happens, located two doors down from the patisserie. The Lab is where Laura and Rory are constantly developing and improving their range of desserts, pastries and other goodies. Feel free to peak in our windows to see what’s cookin’. We are fanatical about coffee. Constantly sourcing speciality coffee roasters to partner with to make sure that each cup brewed is an exceptional experience. We always have two different beans on giving you a choice to suit your taste. If you are unsure what your taste is our talented barista team are happy to advise.

Our cookery school is a state of the art contemporary spaced designed to inspire the ‘Wille Wonka’ in us all. Classes are hands-on and relaxed but expect to be challenged whatever your level. Perfect for a special birthday, hens or stags, family gathering, corporate team building or staff day or night out, we can build an event that suits your team.

Christy’s Bar

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Situated in an area known as "the Village" is Christy’s Bar, a family run business. This Kilkenny bar offers customers the chance to enjoy the traditional Irish society along with all the trappings of modern technology. Located close to Kilkenny Castle and the National Design and Craft Gallery this is the perfect spot to enjoy a sunny afternoon while visiting Kilkenny. At Christy's Bar they provide for all major sporting and non sporting events, with a keen eye for horse racing. Christy’s Bar is the Kilkenny bar that boasts one of the largest beer gardens in the county, complete with barbeque facilities and a customer car park. We also offer catering services for events.

The Dylan Whisky Bar

The Dylan Whisky Bar is an old victorian style bar that specialises in fine whiskies. Our Whisky Library now contains nearly 200 of the worlds finest whiskies, 40 premium gins & is continually growing. With comfortable leather seating, private snugs, an open turf fire & walls adorned with whiskey mirrors, old advertising and Bob Dylan memorabilia; this bar provides a warm cosy atmosphere in which to chat with friends while enjoying your dram. If whiskey's not your thing, we also have a great selection of beers, wines cocktails and other choice spirits.

Pembroke Kilkenny Hotel

4 Star Boutique Hotel in the heart of Kilkenny

Pembroke Kilkenny Hotel

Pembroke Kilkenny is a 4-star boutique hotel located in the heart of Kilkenny city. With spacious rooms and a peaceful charm, Pembroke is a welcoming hotel that excels at stylish comfort. It is surrounded by Kilkenny’s most famous landmarks including Kilkenny Castle and Kilkenny Design Centre. The hotel is a 2-minute walk to the town centre with quick access to shopping, nightlife and tourist attractions. National bus transport departs right across the street from the hotel, and McDonagh train station is 1km away. Private and secure complimentary car parking is available for all guests.

 

The wide range of rooms feature king-sized beds, air conditioning, modern ensuites, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffeemaking facilities and free Wifi is available throughout the hotel. Upgraded rooms have views overlooking Kilkenny Castle. All rooms have triple glazed windows to eliminate noise.

 

Breakfast at Pembroke is a real treat, with an award-winning menu freshly cooked to order every morning. The hotel won Ireland’s Best Breakfast 2022 at the Georgina Campbell Food & Hospitality Awards

 

Enjoy a laid back style and great food and cocktails in Statham’s Bar and Restaurant. Whether you’re popping in for a coffee and a homemade scone, brunch after a lazy morning, catching up with friends over lunch or a casual evening dining, celebrating a special occasion with dinner or a party, or just looking for a great night out, Statham’s has just the spot for you. Vegan and gluten-free diets are catered for.

 

Mint Medispa offers a range of massage, laser, facial and beauty treatments. Perfect to relax after a long flight, or to look after your skin on a regular basis.

 

Pembroke’s corporate and event facilities include meeting spaces for up to 80 people.

 

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Kilkenny River Court Hotel

Breathtaking View On A Bank Of The River Nore In Kilkenny, One Of The Most Beautiful Town In Ireland.

The Bridge, John Street, Kilkenny City. R95 Y104

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The Kilkenny River Court Hotel is a stylish 4 star Kilkenny hotel located right in the heart of this beautiful medieval city. It is located in a quiet secluded courtyard just off the main tourist area, yet only a stroll from all major attractions such as Kilkenny Castle and St. Canice's Cathedral. Each of the 102 guest rooms are stylishly decorated with splendid fine furnishings, crisp white linens and soft neutral tones, ensuring a restful night’s sleep every night. Most guest rooms overlook the River Nore with sensational views of Kilkenny Castle. FREE Wi-Fi is offered throughout this Kilkenny Hotel and complimentary car parking for hotel residents and patrons.

Guests can dine at the award winning Riverside Restaurant or Terrace Kitchen both offering stunning views of Kilkenny Castle, exceptional service and delicious food.  The Riverview Bar is comfortable and friendly with an extensive food menu that is served all day, every day! Guests also have the option of dining outdoors in the summer. The Kilkenny River Court Hotel are experts in Weddings, special occasions & family celebrations, conferences and meetings and everything in between!

We now have 121 guest bedrooms including our new addition “The Townhouse at The Kilkenny River Court Hotel”. The Townhouse is the latest addition to the Kilkenny River Court Hotel. Located directly on to bustling John Street, the Townhouse boasts 13 individually sized bedrooms with a mix of double and triple bedrooms to a four-star standard. The design is chic and contemporary with modern light tones. The Townhouse is a true city centre front facing house perfect for guests to enjoy the entertainment that Kilkenny city offers, indeed many would regard John Street as the late-night centre of Kilkenny City. See more at The Townhouse (rivercourthotel.com).

Book your stay in Kilkenny city today. Visit Rivercourthotel.com.

 

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Croan Cottages Kilkenny

Croan Cottages Self Catering Kilkenny

Set on the ground of an eighteenth century Irish Manor House, Croan Cottages are 5 recently built, traditional style cottages offering self catering accommodation in Kilkenny. These are available to to guests for full week, weekend or midweek breaks throughout the year. Croan Cottages are fully furnished to an exceptionally high standard and include three bedroom and two bedroom spacious detached holiday cottages. Each holiday home has an open fire, a private furnished patio and barbeque area. The cottages are set around a charming courtyard, surrounded by beautifully mature Lime trees, with a duck pond, boules court and games area close by. Visitors will appreciate the extreme comfort, relaxing nature and high end facilities Croan Cottages has to offer. Relax and enjoy splendid surroundings with Castle Morres demesne just next door, an impressive forest park of almost 2,000 acres, walled gardens and Orchards providing plenty of fresh produce for guests to enjoy during their stay. All of the cottages are designated as 'No Smoking'. Smoking is permittted outside. Pets are permitted to stay with their owners in some of the cottages.

 

Croan Cottages Courses

Each year a small number of residential courses are run at Croan Cottages in Kilkenny.

These courses include:
• Residential Cookery Courses
• Foraging Courses
• Smallholding Courses
• Butchery Courses
• Beekeeping Courses
• Fly Fishing Courses

As well as delivering some of the courses themselves, they invite very special tutors to deliver the courses. Guest tutors have included:

• Steven Lamb from River Cottage
• Gill Mellor, Group Head Chef of River Cottage
• Tim Maddams, Wild Food expert & Former Head Chef at River Cottage
• John Wright, Natural History expert and River Cottage’s mushroom expert.

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