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Campagne holds one Michelin star in the 2026 guide. Garrett Byrne has cooked with classical French technique at this level since opening in 2008.
OrderSeasonal tasting menu; the midweek earlybird lunch brings the same kitchen at reduced cost.
TipBook three to four weeks ahead for Friday and Saturday dinner sittings. Walk-in at the bar occasionally possible.
Lady Helen has held one Michelin star since 2013, chef John Kelly cooking modern Irish tasting menus at Mount Juliet Estate, 18km south of Kilkenny.
OrderSeasonal tasting menu drawing on the estate's produce and local Co. Kilkenny suppliers.
TipOvernight stays on the estate complete the experience; the house grounds and river walks are reward enough the next morning.
Arán on Barrack Street is the most-awarded brunch address in Kilkenny, winner of Ireland's Best Brunch at the Georgina Campbell Irish Breakfast Awards.
OrderStone-baked sourdough; the seasonal brunch plates that change with what the farm.
TipClosed Tuesday. Last brunch orders at 15:15. Private evening dining available with advance notice.
Knockdrinna's farm cafe in Stoneyford, 12km out, serves lunch built on Helen Finnegan's Supreme Champion cheeses and Goatsbridge trout, worth every kilometre.
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