Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Kilkenny

We've collected top 10 mentioned must try restaurants in Kilkenny from other articles such as The Irish Road Trip, Taste Kilkenny, Sidewalk Safari | Part-time Travel Blog, including seafood, with a view, and different cuisines.

Top Best Restaurants in Kilkenny

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
4.4 (2076 ratings)
Modern rooms and suites featuring sophisticated dining, an elegant theatre and an intimate tea room.
67-69 John Street Lower, Kilkenny, R95 XN44, Ireland
HotelBarRestaurantWedding venue
La Rivista
La Rivista
4.6 (383 ratings)
22 Parliament St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 FH29, Ireland
Italian restaurantDelivery serviceFamily restaurantTakeout RestaurantPizza TakeoutRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Take Out Guide to Kilkenny
"Located on Kilkenny’s historic Parliament Street, just a short walk from Kilkenny Castle, La Rivista offers fine contemporary, Italian & Irish fusion cooking to suit all tastes & budgets. They are to open for Take Away & Weekend Catering every Tuesday to Sunday from 5.00pm to 7.30pm. Choose from a wide range of Pizzas, Pastas, Lasagnes, Burgers and Wings, Kids Meals, Sides and their famous desserts!"
Mentioned by Ireland-Guide.com
Restaurants in Kilkenny | Georgina Campbell Guides
"Easy to spot with its smart black exterior and gold lettering above the welcoming big windows, there' s always a buzz at this charming Italian restaurant which is run with warmth and professionalism by owners Therese Maguire (head chef) and Jenny Quinn ..."
Zuni Restaurant, Bar & Boutique Hotel
Zuni Restaurant, Bar & Boutique Hotel
4.6 (539 ratings)
Stylish high-end hotel offering minimalist rooms & suites, plus upscale Irish fare & free breakfast.
26 Patrick St, Kilkenny, R95 A897, Ireland
RestaurantCocktail barHotel
Kilkenny River Court Hotel
Kilkenny River Court Hotel
4.3 (1451 ratings)
Upscale choice offering classically-styled rooms and suites, plus a casual bar and refined dining.
The Bridge, John Street, Collegepark, Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
HotelBarRestaurantWedding venue
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Beer Gardens, Best Beer Gardens Kilkenny
"If you fancy a view with your favourite tipple, then the Terrace Bar in Kilkenny’s River Court hotel offers you river and castle views, where you can soak up the sun and take in some of Kilkenny’s most iconic sites!. Visit:Riverview Bar & Terrace Kilkenny | River Court Hotel"
Sullivan's Taproom
Sullivan's Taproom
4.5 (118 ratings)
15 John Street Lower, Collegepark, Kilkenny, R95 H2CE, Ireland
BarBeer storeBreweryBrewpubCoffee shopPizza restaurantPubRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Beer Gardens, Best Beer Gardens Kilkenny
"Enjoy sharing a few ‘catch up’ drinks in one of the colourful huts in Sullivan’s Taproom. Fun and casual is the order of the day here, and coupled with tasteful outdoor lighting, Sullivan’s will strike just the right note for those who want to escape to the outdoors this Summer!!. Visit: www.sullivanstaproom.com"
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Take Out Guide to Kilkenny
"All outdoor pods are now fully heated allowing you to stay warm & cosy while you dine outdoors. As we are currently operating within the level 3 COVID guidelines please book ahead. Open daily from 1pm for lunch and dinner."
Mentioned by Sidewalk Safari | Part-time Travel Blog
The Best Things to Do on a Weekend in Kilkenny
"Sullivan’s is thought to be the oldest known brewery in Kilkenny. Founded in 1706, Sullivan’s even predates Smithwicks’s. Stop for a nightcap at Sullivan's Taproom for a pint of craft beer."
Aroi - Asian Fusion restaurant
Aroi - Asian Fusion restaurant
4.6 (679 ratings)
Friary St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
Asian fusion restaurantAsian restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Things To Do
Where to eat Asian food in Kilkenny: The Best Restaurants and Bars
"Friary Strret, Kilkenny IrelandThai, Asian, Street FoodLunch, Dinner, DrinksDelivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service[email protected]+353 56 770 3644http://www.aroi.eu"
Mentioned by Taste Kilkenny
Take-OUT
"Really popular spot in Kilkenny for Asian street food that is divine!. If it’s something sweet and saucy your after!"
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
4.3 (1279 ratings)
Unassuming rooms and suites featuring refined dining, a chic bar and a sprawling fitness centre.
Ormonde St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
HotelBarBeauty salonIndoor swimming poolRestaurantSpa and health clubWedding venue
Syd Harkin's Pub
Syd Harkin's Pub
4.4 (141 ratings)
25 Rose Inn St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 VK02, Ireland
PubBarBed & breakfastLive music barLive music venueRestaurant
Arán Artisan Bakery & Bistro
Arán Artisan Bakery & Bistro
4.7 (208 ratings)
8, The Arches, Barrack St, Kilkenny, R95 YF30, Ireland
RestaurantBakeryCafeTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Kilkenny Food Guide 2021, Best Places To Eat
"When it comes to brunch the key essential is the bread on any plate. Aran Artisan Bakery & Bistro serves delicious brunches served with seasonal local produce and stone baked breads with natural Irish ingredients. Combine that with the very best of local produce from bacon, eggs, freshly made pastries and you have the perfect Brunch compliments of the folk at Aran!"
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Take Out Guide to Kilkenny
"Aran Artisan Bakery & Bistro in the heart of Kilkenny city serves delicious brunches with seasonal local produce and natural Irish ingredients. All breads are stone-baked daily in the bread oven and contain nothing but salt, water, flour and natural leaven or a fresh yeast culture. No preservatives, no chemicals, just nature."
Rafter's Gastro Pub & Accommodation
Rafter's Gastro Pub & Accommodation
4.2 (291 ratings)
Simple rooms in a buzzy pub serving casual fare, plus live music, pool tables and a beer garden.
4 Friary St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 VY62, Ireland
BarRestaurant
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Al Fresco Dining, Best Places in Kilkenny
"As one of Kilkenny’s leading pubs, Rafter’s Gastro Pub serves superb food in a friendly atmosphere. The beer garden is a great place to relax and nourish your appetite and has a tv for all the live sporting events taking place this summer. When a place like Rafter’s has a great reputation as a local go-to place to eat and drink, you know it’ll be good!"
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Top 5 Outdoor Cocktail Bars in Kilkenny
"Rafter’s is a great place to chill after exploring the Medieval City. You will love the relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. On their new rooftop garden, they’ve got food coming from their sizzling stone and a reputation as a local go-to spot for live music and sports events."

Top Best Italian Restaurants in Kilkenny

Italian Connection
Italian Connection
4.4 (424 ratings)
38 Parliament St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 Y966, Ireland
Italian restaurant
Mentioned by Things To Do
Best Italian food near Kilkenny, Province of Leinster, Ireland
"38 Parliament Street, Kilkenny IrelandItalianLunch, Dinner, Late NightTakeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service[email protected]+353 56 776 4225http://www.italianconnection.ie"
Mentioned by ArrivalGuides.com
Kilkenny - Dining
"Located in the heart of medieval Kilkenny City, Italian Connection is renowned for providing quality Italian cuisine at great value for money."
La Trattoria
La Trattoria
4.4 (74 ratings)
84 John Street Lower, Collegepark, Kilkenny, R95 DX25, Ireland
Italian restaurantSouthern Italian restaurant
Mentioned by ArrivalGuides.com
Kilkenny - Dining
"La Trattoria is a genuine piece of Italy in Kilkenny City centre. Located on John Street, La Trattoria serves the finest authentic Italian food using only the best ingredients."
La Rivista
La Rivista
4.6 (383 ratings)
22 Parliament St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 FH29, Ireland
Italian restaurantDelivery serviceFamily restaurantTakeout RestaurantPizza TakeoutRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Take Out Guide to Kilkenny
"Located on Kilkenny’s historic Parliament Street, just a short walk from Kilkenny Castle, La Rivista offers fine contemporary, Italian & Irish fusion cooking to suit all tastes & budgets. They are to open for Take Away & Weekend Catering every Tuesday to Sunday from 5.00pm to 7.30pm. Choose from a wide range of Pizzas, Pastas, Lasagnes, Burgers and Wings, Kids Meals, Sides and their famous desserts!"
Mentioned by Ireland-Guide.com
Restaurants in Kilkenny | Georgina Campbell Guides
"Easy to spot with its smart black exterior and gold lettering above the welcoming big windows, there' s always a buzz at this charming Italian restaurant which is run with warmth and professionalism by owners Therese Maguire (head chef) and Jenny Quinn ..."

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Kilkenny

Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral
Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral
4.5 (566 ratings)4 (203 ratings)
Completed in 1857, this grand cathedral on the town's most elevated point offers Catholic services.
James's St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
Catholic cathedralSights & LandmarksCathedralChurches & Cathedrals
Kells Priory
Kells Priory
4.7 (62 ratings)4.5 (197 ratings)
Extensive ruins of an Augustinian priory built in the 12th century & surrounded by military walls.
Kellsborough, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksMonuments & Statues
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"This fortified Augustinian monastery is the best sort of ruin, where you can amble around whenever you like, with no tour guides, set hours or fees. Most days you stand a chance of exploring the site alone (apart from some nosy sheep); at dusk with a clear sky the old priory is simply beautiful. The ruins are 500m east of Kells on the Stoneyford road; from the car park, head to the right of the walls to find the main entrance."
Cathedral Church of St Canice & Round Tower
Cathedral Church of St Canice & Round Tower
4.5 (1305 ratings)4.5 (1433 ratings)
13th-century Catholic cathedral, plus a 121-step, 9th-century round tower with panoramic city views.
Coach Rd, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurchPlace of worshipSacred & Religious SitesPoints of Interest & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by JJ Kavanagh
6 FREE things to do in Kilkenny City
"Ireland’s second-largest medieval cathedral (after St Patrick’s in Dublin) has a long and fascinating history. The first monastery was built here in the 6th century by St Canice, Kilkenny’s patron saint. The present structure dates from the 13th to 16th centuries, with extensive 19th-century reconstruction, it’s interior housing ancient grave slabs and the tombs of Kilkenny Castle’s Butler dynasty."
Mentioned by tourlane.com
Plan a Kilkenny Vacation | Tourlane
"St. Canice's Cathedral is one of Kilkenny’s most famous attractions and is one of the most important medieval churches in Ireland. Its founding history goes back to the 6th century, but the building as we know it today was only built in the 13th century. Admire the round stained glass windows, marble floors and a number of fascinating 17th century tombstones."
Mentioned by butler.ie
Kilkenny Festivals | Festivals in Kilkenny Ireland
"Built between 1202 and 1285, St Canice's has been preserved in its original style and form. Worship has taken place here for over 800 years. See the wonderful stained glass and the largest collection of ancient monuments."

Best & Cool Bars in Kilkenny

Kilkenny River Court Hotel
Kilkenny River Court Hotel
4.3 (1451 ratings)
Upscale choice offering classically-styled rooms and suites, plus a casual bar and refined dining.
The Bridge, John Street, Collegepark, Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
HotelBarRestaurantWedding venue
Mentioned by Visit Kilkenny
Beer Gardens, Best Beer Gardens Kilkenny
"If you fancy a view with your favourite tipple, then the Terrace Bar in Kilkenny’s River Court hotel offers you river and castle views, where you can soak up the sun and take in some of Kilkenny’s most iconic sites!. Visit:Riverview Bar & Terrace Kilkenny | River Court Hotel"
The Club House Hotel
The Club House Hotel
4 (385 ratings)
Classic choice featuring free breakfast, plus a casual bar with stained-glass accents and a terrace.
Patrick St, Kilkenny, Ireland
HotelBarConference centerRestaurantWedding venue
Mentioned by Taylor's Tracks
Where to Stay in Kilkenny, Ireland (For All Budgets)
"An excellent choice if you want to be in the heart of Kilkenny, this 200-year-old hotel built in the 1800s still keeps its old-world charm but with updated, modern amenities. With Kilkenny’s top shops on your doorstep and a bar on-site with live music on Saturday’s, there’s no shortage of entertainment in and around this prime hotel."
Mentioned by irelandhotels.com
Kilkenny Hotels | Hotel Kilkenny
"Welcome to The Club House Hotel Kilkenny As Kilkenny's oldest hotel, The Club House boasts 220 years of service. Our mission is for your comfort and enjoyment. The Hotel is situated on Patrick's Street in Kilkenny City Centre in a wonderfully restored Georgian building."
Hole in the Wall
Hole in the Wall
4.6 (25 ratings)
17 High St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 TY30, Ireland
Bar

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Kilkenny

4.3 (1288 reviews)
Kilkenny Inn
Hotel
$88.56 /night
View deal
4.5 (9 reviews)
Wellington House
Apartment
$194.34 /night
View deal
4.5 (651 reviews)
JBs Bar & Guest Accommodation
Guest house
$50.02 /night
View deal
* The displayed nightly rate may be estimated based on a future travel date. Narrow down your search with checkin and checkout dates to see the exact price.