Kilkenny has an excellent selection of some of the finest restaurants around, including many luxury and traditional places to eat.
Café Sol, William Street, Kilkenny, ☎ 056 7764987, . 11.30AM-10PM M-Sa, noon-9PM Su. One of Kilkenny's favourite places to dine for lunch and dinner. Located just off the bustling High Street, its lively atmosphere and delicious international menu are not to be missed. �
The Grapevine Café/ Winebar, 6 Rose Inn Street (30 seconds from The Parade on the right.), ☎ 056 7712956, . 12PM till late. Serving wine, world beers and great tapas in a wonderful old world meets contemporary setting. Live music most weekends. �
Jacobs Cottage, 1 Ormonde Street, Kilkenny (Found in the Hibernian Hotel), ☎ 056 7791220. Two menus, Table d'Hôte and A la Carte. This splendid restaurant is open from 6.30 to 10 Monday to Saturday for dinner, and till 9 on Sundays. Lunch times are as expected. �
Kilkenny Design Centre, Castle Yard, Kilkenny, ☎ 056 7722118. Beautiful setting, opposite the castle and in the old stables of the Castle. This is the perfect café for a lunch during the day. �
Kytelers Inn, Kieran Street, Kilkenny. Probably Kilkenny's most famous pub and restaurant, this place is steeped in history and is the centre of Kilkenny's ancient witchcraft scene. The food is wholesome Irish food and with a pint of Guinness is an experience in itself. �
Rinuccini, 1 The Parade, Kilkenny, ☎ 056 7761575. Authentic Italian restaurant opposit the castle. Can be very busy. Lunch from 12 - 2.30 and dinner from 6 to 10.30. �
The Two Dames Coffee Boutique, 80 John Street, ☎ +353 (0)56 7756841, +353 (0)85 1755005 (fax: (056)7756841). 8.30AM-5PM M-F, 10AM-4.30PM Sa. New cafe, offering breakfast, lunch, scones, soups and breads, slices and cakes. Gluten-free and low-fat options. �
Zuni, 26 Patrick Street, ☎ +353 (0)56 7723999, . Stunning 'boutique' restaurant on Kilkenny's Edwardian Street, Zuni offers fine attention to detail on all their food. �
Other notable restaurants include Chez Pierre, Marble City Bar and Italian Affair, a wonderful Italian restaurant in Bennettsbridge where Italy surely comes to you.
la rivista italian restaurant near high street and vindees thai restaurant on john street
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