Ristorante Rinuccini in Kilkenny

We really wanted to love this restaurant, but both times we've eaten here the service was inconsistent. This visit we were seated by the same gentleman as the last time we ate here, and unfortunately he made it feel like he was doing us a huge favor taking us to our table (we made our reservation a month in advance). There was no friendly greeting or any hint of a smile. Once seated, our waiter, another gentleman, was stern and abrupt the entire time. We wondered if they didn't want Americans to eat here. The other staff, who were younger, were perfectly fine, but having two people be dismissive spoiled the experience. The food and ambiance were very good.

Decor and service were on point.

Generally underwhelming. Ordered 2-course "special" of the day which turned out to be bland altogether. Main dish - veal stuffed ravioli was undercooked! Small portions and expensive ... Distant resemblance of true Italian food. Disappointing.

Very nice dinner with attentive service. Excellent food. It was just really loud. And I know it was because we were in a small room with 2 large parties (8+ people) so it unfair to criticize but it was extremely loud and difficult to have a normal conversation.

Excellent Italian restaurant where everything is homemade, a delight. A cozy welcome in a warm room. They serve quite late in the evening, which is appreciated in Ireland.

Excellent menu, has really good early bird option. Great service too.

Delightful, charming, and great Italian food.

The food here is absolutely delicious! I enjoyed everything, the staff were very friendly. My server Richard was attentive and knowledgeable. A good experience all around. Will definitely be back my next time in Ireland! Loved loved loved!

¿Es justo escribir una crítica de los clientes en lugar del restaurante? En una reciente visita a mitad de semana a Rinuccini, la comida y Servicio - como siempre - eran excelentes, pero la experiencia fue arruinada por la gente ruidosa en la mesa de al lado. He estado en Rinuccini en varias ocasiones con diferentes amigos y siempre ha sido un punto culminante de una visita a Kilkenny. Esta vez fue diferente. Un grupo de siete personas, cinco hombres y dos mujeres, en la mesa de al lado actuaron como si estuvieran en un pub en lugar de un buen restaurante. Sus charlas y risas eran tan fuertes que hacían la conversación muy difícil para todos los demás en la sala. Puedo entender la renuencia del personal a intervenir, pero estoy seguro de que notaron la tensión en la habitación. Las personas que estaban en las otras tres mesas cercanas quedaron apagadas por el ruido, pero lamentablemente, el grupo parecía desconocer que su comportamiento era inapropiado. No me detendrá volver, y recomendaría este restaurante, pero solo tenía que compartir mi decepción con la experiencia general en esta ocasión.

Un restaurante absolutamente perfecto para una noche romántica o especial. Gran comida, Servicio excepcional y un ambiente encantador.