The best restaurants in Kilkenny
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8,9
1148 Reviews |
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La Rivista
Kilkenny
06/09/2025: Vegetarian & Normal Friendly. Soup was excellent. Burger, yes the burger, was outstanding. Carbonara & Risotto very very good.
My wife, who is a pizza-lover and profoundly particular, said that this is one of the best pizzas that she has ever had. Pizza was the perfect balance of thin crust & artisanal with the ‘correct’ amount of cheese & savory sauce.
Overall, strongly suggest this place for a celebration with the vegetarian in your life.
28/08/2025: Food was phenomenal, feather blade in particular. Coffee at the end of the night was scorching hot which was the only mark against the venue
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8,8
678 Reviews |
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Cafe La Coco
Kilkenny
10/08/2025: We went with three children for a snack, and it's a small but charming place. The pastries were delicious, as was the coffee. Highly recommended.
09/08/2025: Great location for breakfast !!!!
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8,8
1033 Reviews |
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Petronella
Kilkenny
06/09/2025: Spectacular good service and attention
31/08/2025: Lovely place to eat, food was delicious. Table was not ready, so a drink art the bar was the offered. Few minutes of chatting to bar man and up we went. Small area upstairs but we'll laid out, felt like we had space. Starter was the pulled pork croquettes, very tasty. Main course 10oz rib eye and a delicious chocolate and raspberry brownie with a nice cup of tea.!! Definitely recommended!
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8,7
3393 Reviews |
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Ristorante Rinuccini
Kilkenny
13/09/2025: 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.
31/08/2025: Excellent menu, has really good early bird option. Great service too.
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8,7
1031 Reviews |
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Rive Gauche
Kilkenny
23/09/2025: We live in Kilkenny and this is our favourite restaurant. We have had family dinners (with teens), meeting friends and meals just as a couple - all wonderful. The food is lovely, great wine selection. The decor makes me feel like I am in Paris but it’s the fabulous service that keeps us coming back time and time again. Everyone there is so attentive, friendly and professional. Tvrtko (hoping I spelled this correctly) in particular is a gentleman and looks after us so well every time we are there. Highly recommend.
14/09/2025: I looooved this restaurant a lot. Wasn't expecting to find a jewel in Kilkenny from the get go. It was a random choice and such a lucky one. The food was a delight. Not only tasty, but artistically arranged. The staff is helpful, attentive and at the same time not distracting you from enjoying the food - nice balance here. And atmosphere is a separate joy. If I could, I would have given 6 stars😁. Fancy, darkish, stylish, tasteful.
Pricing a bit on a high-medium side (about 50€ per person), but you expect that from a good restaurant.
Lovely evening in a lovely place. And a definite recommendation for those, who visit Kilkenny.
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8,6
1292 Reviews |
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Eddie Rocket's
Kilkenny
29/07/2025: Went in hungry
Came out hungrier
03/07/2025: Don’t like making fuss (and didn’t) but was really surprised from one rude and ableist individual on the staff team who humiliated someone from our table about using the disabled toilet and apparently taking too long (a couple minutes) . Couldn’t fault the rest of them as they were all super friendly and were working really hard . But even just one lets things down. We swiftly walked out after just getting drinks so I can’t rate the food.
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8,6
194 Reviews |
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Fragola Cafe
Kilkenny
16/09/2025: Such a beautiful quaint coffee shop off the Main Street. Server was super nice and attentive and great coffee to boot. Would 100% recommend for coffee and a little sweet treat.
08/09/2025: cute café with a lovely and attentive owner! We stopped for a coffee break and tried the selfmade pastries, which were delicious! There's also tables for sitting outside in the backyard
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8,6
5257 Reviews |
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Matt The Millers Bar & Restaurant
Kilkenny
22/09/2025: Can't at 6pm on a Monday night. Not to hungry do I got the chowder and it was absolutely delicious, and a2 person band playing authentic Irish music so this place gets a 5.0
20/09/2025: Staff 100%. Racist, homophonic bouncers. I will never recommend this place. People on the door disgraceful. Bouncers saw me and my boyfriend holding hands and said we were drunk to get in.
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8,6
554 Reviews |
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Foodworks
Kilkenny
17/08/2025: Friendly and helpful staff.
Excellent homemade high quality food.
Would strongly recommend.
Excellent location in the centre of Kilkenny.
17/08/2025: A highly recommended restaurant
With excellent cuisine
Beautifully presented
The fish was cooked to perfection (nicely translucent)
with an interesting topping
Superb and delicious dessert
We highly recommend it
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8,5
385 Reviews |
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James Lenehan
Kilkenny
04/09/2025: It's always a good sign when mostly locals frequent a place and this is no exception - very friendly staff, great food, great drinks, lovely atmosphere. If we ever come back to Kilkenny, we'll definitely come here again. Highly recommended!
15/08/2025: Lovely old world pub. Comfortable and nice atmosphere. Good food and great staff!
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8,5
341 Reviews |
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Syd Harkin
Kilkenny
16/08/2025: Favorite stop in Ireland! David is super knowledgeable about the area, gave great recommendations on things to do, and the drinks he recommended and made were 10/10!
14/08/2025: Lovely place looking forward to going again
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8,5
504 Reviews |
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Christy's Bar
Kilkenny
19/06/2025: Exceptional bar, you go to the corner and smoke, you feel like you're smoking a cigarette in your aunt's garden. The pool table is free, just don't mention it to the waitress.
15/06/2025: Small independent cafe that served more traditional Irish food, in particular the breakfasts. I would highly recommend the breakfast boxty - it was delicious! It appeared noticeably loved by locals and I always think this is a good sign!
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8,5
1391 Reviews |
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The Field
Kilkenny
09/09/2025: First pint of Guinness in Ireland, here at The Field Bar & Restaurant, did not dissappoint. Live music to boot as well. The bar staff was friendly, and locals were easy to talk to as well.
08/09/2025: This place was Fantastic. Had live music and a great crowd. When I came from the USA, this is the place we were looking for. A laid back pub with live music, happy crowd, great atmosphere and a wide selection of beer.
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8,5
79 Reviews |
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La Bottega Italian Grocery & Coffee Shop
Kilkenny
01/09/2025: If you’re looking for authentic Sicilian flavors, this place is a gem! The sandwiches are amazing with fresh bread, quality ingredients and great combinations. The Italian owners from Sicily are very friendly. Highly recommended!
15/08/2025: Best Italian espresso and cannoli in Kilkenny served with a smile. And while there discover some of other great authentic products.
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8,4
2079 Reviews |
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Zuni Restaurant
Kilkenny
09/09/2025: Great food and a lovely atmosphere - excellent for dinner with friends and colleagues
20/07/2025: Great service and friendly staff, excellent food, Will be back