One of Kilkenny's most respected venues, Cleere's has been playing host to intimate theater performances and traditional music sessions for as long as anyone can remember. Its Monday night trad session has assumed almost legendary status, and guest musicians and singers are always very welcome. Attracting mainly a younger crowd, Cleere's is also a great place for a pint of Guinness. So sit back with a tall one and enjoy the show.
Langton's House Hotel has a variety of restaurants with different menus and ambiances, for various events, occasions, or simply fine dine. With the Langton Room that serves a scrumptious Irish and international menu, there's the Tea and Wine room, and also an Al Fresco that's refreshing in warm days of Irish summer. Starters include global specialties such as the Atlantic Seafood Chowder and Salmon Filled Mushroom Caps, whereas main courses recreate Irish magic with specialties like Traditional Irish Stew and Traditional Battered Cod & Chips.
There was a time in Ireland when it was commonplace for pubs and groceries to be housed in the same place. One stop shopping, if you will, although it probably prolonged the process. Tynan's has cleverly maintained the layout from when this attractive pub was such a place. Culinary ingredients are no longer served, but there is no question as to the quality of the liquor on offer. If you need an excuse to nip out for a pint, Tynan's inherent historical value might well suffice.
You won't have to be a drinker to be tempted to enter the Marble City, and the magnificent exterior might well be familiar from the plethora of Irish pub front posters that have appeared of late. Once lured inside you won't be disappointed, as the interior décor is of a like standard. Bar food is available, but the emphasis is on quality liquor and lively discourse. A charming and marvelous pub!
Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant is located in the center of Kilkenny, right next to Lanigan's Hostel. An ideal getaway for those looking for an entertaining night out on a budget, this bar offers delectable blend of Continental and local Irish cuisine, as well as a range of beers and other drinks to help wash down the meal. Besides the food and drinks, Lanigan’s also plays host to live music, featuring Irish folk music on Thursdays and Sunday, and on other days playing host to local as well as traveling bands and DJs. Call for further information.
Kyteler's Inn is an excellent example of a medieval tavern and dates back to 1324. The pub takes its name from a local Kilkenny woman, Dame Alice Kyteler, who married four times and was convicted of practicing witchcraft in the same year. Tastefully restored, the pub's traditional interior with timber floors, wooden tables and an open fire makes for an excellent atmosphere. The Irish stew comes highly recommended.
One of Kilkenny's most respected venues, Cleere's has been playing host to intimate theater performances and traditional music sessions for as long as anyone can remember. Its Monday night trad session has assumed almost legendary status, and guest musicians and singers are always very welcome. Attracting mainly a younger crowd, Cleere's is also a great place for a pint of Guinness. So sit back with a tall one and enjoy the show.
O'Riada's Bar and its interior are clearly that of an old-style grocery bar with the groceries now removed. Sporting motifs dominate the wall decorations and the shelves, which once would have been stocked with provisions now house a motley selection of old clocks, bottles, tube radios and even an antique Remington typewriter. O'Riada's proudly does without live or piped music and thus stakes its claim as one of Kilkenny's premier talking- shops. The talking does, however, come to a complete stop for hurling on the television, as is customary in Kilkenny.
For a taste of Ireland's authentic whiskey culture, the rustic setting with leather-clad furniture, Irish coffees and whiskey poured in dazzling glasses, Dylan Whisky Bar is just the place to go. They have over 200 whiskeys that are amongst the world's finest, so if you're a connoisseur, you're in for some amazing delight. They also have an astounding variety of gins, wines, beers and cocktails.
Relish local and international craft brews at the Brewery Corner. Not only does the brewpub have a variety of local craft brews on tap, but Brewery Corner also hosts live music events by local artists. The nights where there are no performances scheduled, the energy level of this pub is still kept high by the in-house or visiting DJs. There is also a wide-ranging variety of food served throughout the day for patrons who begin to feel the hunger pangs after a while. If you are looking for a fun-filled night, head to Brewery Corner for a great time.
When it comes to a creative gastronomy, Rive Gauche brings an eclectic menu. All the ingredients are locally sourced and passionately cooked to serve the most flavourful dishes, with impeccable presentation. What's more, French and Irish kitchens combine to create delicious food-the Coquille St Jacques, Cote de Beouf, Poached Chicken Breast and Apricot Stuffed Half Duckling, to name a few. There's an elaborate wine menu to go with the food. The ambiance is classy and the service is recommendable.
Billy Byrnes brings an intimate, cozy ambience that was an essence of Irish pubs traditionally. The rustic but flamboyant decor is amazing to enjoy the local craft beers and some finger food. They also serve coffee, hot drinks and beers from around the world. There's also an innovative bus-turned-restaurant called the Bula Bus, that gets a street food vibe and serves fast food cuisines of the world. Billy Byrnes has got a beautiful beer garden seating where smoking is allowed and there's a fireplace.