Where to Eat

Ristorante Rinuccini

Multi Award Winning Ristorante Rinuccini is owned and run by Antonio and Marion Cavaliere and is Ireland's premier Italian restaurant, specialising in the best of Irish seafood, delivered fresh daily including prawns, lobster, crab, sole and Irish salmon. At Ristorante Rinuccini we also serve locally produced steaks, veal, poultry, game and of course a full range of homemade pasta along with other specialties from our homeland of Lazio, Italy.

Open Lunch & Dinner 7 Days

Early Evening Menu 7 Days €27.50
Sun-Fri 5-7pm; Sat 5-6.30pm

Lunch: Mon-Sat 12 noon - 3pm; Sun 12 noon - 3.30pm
Dinner: Mon-Sat 5-10pm; Sun 5-9.30pm

No. 1 The Parade, Kilkenny City (Opposite Kilkenny Castle)
Telephone: +353 (0)56 7761575
Email: info@rinuccini.com
www.rinuccini.ie

The Grapevine

Situated on historic Rose Inn Street (opposite the tourist office) and just a few paces from The Parade. The Grapevine Cafe, Wine & Tapas bar offers visitors to Kilkenny something completely unique. Relax on our sofas with the best cup of coffee in town and watch the world go by or enjoy wine and beers from around the world with our delicious antipasti & tapas menu. The Grapevine has been described as 'The most welcome addition to Kilkenny nightlife in years'! Visit us during the day too and sample our great new 'Crepe Menu'. Always great service, atmosphere and value.
 
The Grapevine's Opening Hours:  
7 days 12pm till late
Evening menu till 11pm
 
6 Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7712956
Email: thegrapevinekilkenny@gmail.com
www.thegrapevinekilkenny.ie

Maison Deux

"MAISON DEUX", Kilkenny's newest French Restaurant,is to be found in the romantic old Stone House building(dating from 1609), on The Butterslip, connecting High Street & Kieran Street, in Kilkenny's city centre. With the menu inspired by chef Pierre Schneider of Chez Pierre's,
Maison Deux provides traditional French Country cuisine at very reasonable prices, with a strong emphasis on seafood. The interior, designed by Shayne Gordon, is very sympathetic to the age of the building and provides the perfect atmosphere for enjoying Pierre's Gallic style fare.

Butterslip Lane (off Kieran St), Kilkenny City
For bookings, contact Carol on 056 7770660.

Restaurant Café Sol

Café Sol Restaurant is an intimate bistro restaurant located 30 metres from City Hall which offers quality food, wine and service in a warm and inviting atmosphere. “Arguably the best place to eat in Kilkenny, whether you want a quick lunch or a leisurely evening meal.” – Rough Guide to Ireland

Open every day for Lunch and Dinner, 12 noon to 10pm.

William Street, Kilkenny City
Telephone : 056 7764987
www.cafesolkilkenny.com

Fleva Restaurant

This is a delightful upstairs restaurant with six large beautiful Georgian windows overlooking medieval Kilkenny. Warm, dedicated staff lead you past paintings by local artists to one of the three eclectic dining rooms. Here you can relax and enjoy an award winning restaurant with creative Irish twists on international cuisine. Also experience true love for the art of good cooking & dining with a passion for renowned local produce & slow food as you watch the world go by!

Open Daily for during festival.

Early Bird Menu 2 course 22.50 3 course 26.50

84 High St Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7770021, Email: info@fleva.ie
www.fleva.ie

La Rivista

Still only in its first year of operation, “La Rivista” has already attracted a large following drawn to the superb value, family friendly style & excellent service. Open 7 days a week this foodie heaven specialises in freshly made Pastas, Pizzas and salads as well as serving top class steaks & seafood dishes with gluten free & vegetarian options. Please leave room for the homemade deserts & peruse the speciality coffee/after dinner drinks menu.

For only €50 per couple, the now famous “Wine & Dine” offer (3 course Meal for 2 plus a bottle of wine) is available every Mon to Thurs. For full details including reviews & menus click here.

Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 5pm-10pm
Sunday & Bank Holidays 12.20pm-10pm

22 Parliament Street, Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7771666
www.larivista.ie

Lautrecs Brasserie

City centre brasserie with varied menu and all dishes cooked to order, relax in intimate surroundings and enjoy the ambience. Weekly specials with emphasis on fresh fish, Bon appetit!!!!!!!!!!

Special menu available Mon-Sun excl Sat, from 5-7pm. 2 course meal €20.50, 3 course meal €25.

9 St Kieran Street, Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7762720
www.lautrecs.com

Ripley's Steak House

Ripley's Steak House is Kilkenny's newest restaurant. Located in the centre of Kilkenny on the corner of the Butterslip Lane & Keiran Street. While the main focus is on good value steaks, Ripley's also offers a wide range of other dishes, from traditional Irish stew to Creole red chicken. Vegetarian options are also available.

Opening Hours: Saturday and Sunday, Lunch 1-5pm, Dinner 5-11pm; Monday - Friday, Dinner 5-10pm, Early Bird 5-7pm

2 Course €17.95, 3 Course €21.95

Butterslip Lane, Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7770699
ripleys@eircom.net

Zuni Restaurant & Townhouse

Image Magazine , Most stylish Restaurant 2006
Bridgestone’s Top 100 Restaurants last 6 years
Georgina Campbell Recommended
Award Winning Food by Eurotogue Chef Maria Raftery

Open For Lunch & Dinner Daily
Reservations Advisable
Luxury Accommodation Available

26 Patrick Street, Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7723999
www.zuni.ie

Paris Texas

Paris Texas is a spacious bar and has seating for over 150. Extensive day time menu served from 11am until 6pm and in the evening there is an early bird and A La Carte menu until 9 pm. Paul and his team are looking forward to welcoming you.

A great place to relax from a hard day's festival going or to discuss the finer points of the event you have just been to, you never know who you might bump into.....

23/24 Upper John Street, Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7764084

Eddie Rocket’s Diner

Drop into Eddie Rocket’s at McDonagh Junction for the classic American Diner experience. Relax in our comfy red leather Dining Booths, bop to tunes on our Table Jukeboxes & enjoy our American style menu.

Our food is always fresh, never frozen. Made from quality ingredients, our tasty food is cooked to order & served straight up. Enjoy our all day Breakfast, selection of Hamburgers, Salads, Sandwiches, Shakes & Desserts. So what are you waiting for? Get in here!

Food served all day every day.

Eddie Rocket’s, McDonagh Junction (beside the train station), Kilkenny City.
Telephone: 056 7786871
www.EddieRockets.ie

Langtons

Offering a unique dining experience with the ambience reflecting sophisticated charm and character. This elegant restaurant exudes warmth and friendliness providing our patrons with an eclectic array of cuisine and myriad of worldly wines and drinks each being selected to complement your meal.

67 John Street, Kilkenny, Ireland.
Telephone: 056 7765133
www.langtons.ie