Stathams by Pembroke is an irish fine-dining restaurant in Medieval Mile, Kilkenny.
Editorially verified May 29, 2026 by Elliot Marsh, TableJourney editor. Source.
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Address: Patrick Street, Kilkenny
Campagne in Kilkenny holds one Michelin star in the 2026 guide, Garrett Byrne earning the recognition every year since 2014 with exemplary French technique.
OrderTasting menu showcasing seasonal Irish produce with French technique and precise saucing.
Book2-4 weeks ahead
TipBook the Friday or Saturday dinner sitting at least three weeks ahead; the midweek early-bird lunch offers the same kitchen at a gentler price.
Ristorante Rinuccini has anchored The Parade since 1989, the Cavaliere family importing Italian ingredients and building a cellar of over 12,000 bottles.
OrderHomemade pasta with seasonal sauce; the wine cellar holds over 12,000 bottles from Italian vineyards.
Book1-2 weeks ahead
TipThe Sunday set lunch runs until 17:00 and is among the best-value fine-dining options in the city.
Zuni on Patrick Street is Kilkenny's most consistent hotel dining room since 2000, chef Michael Thomas building modern Irish menus on local produce.
OrderSeasonal fish or lamb; the earlybird menu until 19:30 delivers the full kitchen at a lower price.
Book3-7 days ahead
TipHotel rooms upstairs are a practical overnight; the restaurant closes at 20:45 Monday to Thursday, 21:15 at weekends.
Rive Gauche on The Parade delivers French-inflected seasonal Irish cooking in a room of exposed brick, with natural wines and hearty sharing plates.
OrderSeasonal sharing plates; the wine list leans natural and European with careful by-the-glass selection.
Book1-2 weeks ahead
TipOpen Monday through Friday from 17:00, Saturday and Sunday from noon; the covered terrace faces the castle gates.
Campagne in Kilkenny holds one Michelin star in the 2026 guide, Garrett Byrne earning the recognition every year since 2014 with exemplary French technique.
OrderTasting menu showcasing seasonal Irish produce with French technique and precise saucing.
Book2-4 weeks ahead
TipBook the Friday or Saturday dinner sitting at least three weeks ahead; the midweek early-bird lunch offers the same kitchen at a gentler price.
Lady Helen at Mount Juliet Estate has held one Michelin star since 2013, chef John Kelly serving modern Irish tasting menus 18km south of Kilkenny.
OrderSeasonal tasting menu built entirely on Irish produce from the estate and local suppliers.
Book3-6 weeks ahead
TipStaying on the estate makes the dinner experience complete; room rates include access to the grounds and morning walks by the river.
Ristorante Rinuccini has anchored The Parade since 1989, the Cavaliere family importing Italian ingredients and building a cellar of over 12,000 bottles.
OrderHomemade pasta with seasonal sauce; the wine cellar holds over 12,000 bottles from Italian vineyards.
Book1-2 weeks ahead
TipThe Sunday set lunch runs until 17:00 and is among the best-value fine-dining options in the city.
Zuni on Patrick Street is Kilkenny's most consistent hotel dining room since 2000, chef Michael Thomas building modern Irish menus on local produce.
OrderSeasonal fish or lamb; the earlybird menu until 19:30 delivers the full kitchen at a lower price.
Book3-7 days ahead
TipHotel rooms upstairs are a practical overnight; the restaurant closes at 20:45 Monday to Thursday, 21:15 at weekends.
Rive Gauche on The Parade delivers French-inflected seasonal Irish cooking in a room of exposed brick, with natural wines and hearty sharing plates.
OrderSeasonal sharing plates; the wine list leans natural and European with careful by-the-glass selection.
Book1-2 weeks ahead
TipOpen Monday through Friday from 17:00, Saturday and Sunday from noon; the covered terrace faces the castle gates.
Petronella sits in a 1602 building on Kilkenny's medieval Butterslip Lane, serving seasonal Irish cuisine sourced from Mountain View's own farm.
OrderSeasonal menu from Mountain View farm supply; the kitchen prioritises local artisan suppliers.
Book3-7 days ahead
TipTuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; Sunday lunch only. Book dinner at weekends, walk-in at lunch most weekdays.
