Kyteler's Inn is a traditional irish restaurant in Medieval Mile, Kilkenny.
Editorially verified May 29, 2026 by Elliot Marsh, TableJourney editor. Source.
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Address: St Kieran's Street, Kilkenny
Stathams at the Pembroke Hotel serves seasonal modern Irish sharing plates in a smart room with a heated outdoor courtyard off Patrick Street.
OrderSeasonal sharing plates sourced from local Co. Kilkenny producers; the wine list is short and well-chosen.
TipThe heated outdoor courtyard is the place to be on a clear evening in the city. Book ahead for weekend dinner.
The Gourmet Store on High Street has been Kilkenny's best deli since 1997, with farmhouse cheese, locally sourced meats, and sandwiches on artisan bread.
OrderFreshly made sandwich on sourdough baguette with the local farmhouse cheese of the day.
TipOpens at 08:00 daily, closes around 16:00. The cheese counter rivals anything in the city at a fraction of restaurant prices.
The Fig Tree on High Street serves a full Irish breakfast and handmade local beef burgers in a casual space with an outdoor terrace, open seven days.
OrderFull Irish breakfast; the handmade burger with local beef is the best in its price range in Kilkenny.
TipOpen seven days. Outdoor terrace with greenery is the place to sit in summer. Good gluten-free options.
Cafe La Coco is a small, independent Kilkenny cafe serving in-house baked goods, specialty coffee, and a seasonal superfood salad, open Monday to Saturday.
OrderBasque cheesecake; the seasonal vegan salad or the chai latte with oat milk.
TipOpen Monday to Saturday 08:00-16:00. Walk-in only; the room is small and fills quickly at lunch.
Stathams at the Pembroke Hotel serves seasonal modern Irish sharing plates in a smart room with a heated outdoor courtyard off Patrick Street.
OrderSeasonal sharing plates sourced from local Co. Kilkenny producers; the wine list is short and well-chosen.
TipThe heated outdoor courtyard is the place to be on a clear evening in the city. Book ahead for weekend dinner.
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.
Billy Byrnes on John Street Upper is a Kilkenny social institution serving locals since the 1980s, a gastro bar with food, pints, live music, plus sport.
OrderFresh fish and chips; the seasonal daily specials built from local suppliers are consistently strong.
TipArts Festival dining spot from 7-17 August 2025; book ahead during festival weeks when the city fills rapidly.
The Gourmet Store on High Street has been Kilkenny's best deli since 1997, with farmhouse cheese, locally sourced meats, and sandwiches on artisan bread.
OrderFreshly made sandwich on sourdough baguette with the local farmhouse cheese of the day.
TipOpens at 08:00 daily, closes around 16:00. The cheese counter rivals anything in the city at a fraction of restaurant prices.
The Fig Tree on High Street serves a full Irish breakfast and handmade local beef burgers in a casual space with an outdoor terrace, open seven days.
OrderFull Irish breakfast; the handmade burger with local beef is the best in its price range in Kilkenny.
TipOpen seven days. Outdoor terrace with greenery is the place to sit in summer. Good gluten-free options.
Cafe La Coco is a small, independent Kilkenny cafe serving in-house baked goods, specialty coffee, and a seasonal superfood salad, open Monday to Saturday.
OrderBasque cheesecake; the seasonal vegan salad or the chai latte with oat milk.
TipOpen Monday to Saturday 08:00-16:00. Walk-in only; the room is small and fills quickly at lunch.
