Kyteler's Inn ★ 4.0
Kyteler's Inn on St Kieran's Street serves over 90 Irish whiskeys with live trad music in a medieval building that stays open until 00:30 most nights.
Make it at home
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Tip from the editors. Use a small amount of roasted barley (around 5% of grain bill) for the copper-red colour without heavy roast flavour.
This is the TableJourney editorial recipe, modelled on the canonical bistro / counter version. The first place to try the dish in its city of origin is below.
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Signature: Seafood chowder, Kilkenny steak
Order: Hearty seafood chowder or the Angus beef steak; the Guinness here is poured with care.
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Billy Byrnes Gastro Bar ★ 3.9
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Signature: Fresh fish and chips, Daily specials
Order: Fresh fish and chips; the daily specials built from local seasonal produce consistently impress.
Tip: Featured in Kilkenny Arts Festival 2025 dining listings. Book ahead during festival weeks in August.
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