Cafe cuisine: the best places to taste it in Kilkenny

45 restaurant menus in Ireland, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Bosco's Cafe
Bosco's Cafe
100/100 (238 ratings)
Restaurants
French
Vegetarian Friendly
French
Vegan Options
Cafe
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Café
French
Café
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free Wifi
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Cash Only
Validated Parking
Reservations
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Cheap Eats
"Rich in culture and ambience - for fine dining and suave company it has to be Boscos, nestled in lower Parliament St. Kilkenny in the town's lively..."
Rian Coulter
"The food is just unreal in a lovely relaxed atmosphere. As an avid meat eater, they make vegetarian food very tasty. Also very handy for the baby...."
Linda Freer
"It's just great, excellent coffee and food, a creative atmosphere and lovely staff, I'd give it 5 coffees instead of stars if I..."
Petey OM
"Awesome lil hole in wall zone in Kilkenny! Great music/art and events!!! Support..."
Franchezska Zamora
"Great guys, great coffee, great food, great vibe, great place.. only place to go in..."
Nick Seymour
"Amazing place... Great vibe, great music and great people. So much culture and character in such a cozy..."
Megan Lange
"Loved this place! Fantastic vegan food and a very toddler friendly cafe! Felt like I was at home having lunch, love the vibe.. Cheers guys..."
Louise McKenna
"Having Turkish coffee on a Saturday afternoon in Bosco,s cafe .What a fav little..."
Pat Dowling
"So cosy with a fabulous menu and great for a small..."
Kairen Waloch
"Best cappuccino in..."
Emily Fitzgerald
"Love it..."
Laura Aurora Palmer
Beaujolais Wine Bar
100/100 (1 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Wine Bar
Cafe
Wine Bar
Cafe
Sit down
Wine Bar
Café
Fragola Cafe
Fragola Cafe
99/100 (443 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Cafe
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Salad
Cakes
Sit down
Irish
Café
European
Seating
Table Service
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Street Parking
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"Discovered this absolutely gem of a beautiful coffee shop �� I'm hooked. Gorgeous coffee, tea, cakes, yummy treats and..."
Maire Ni'Tirial
"Fab little cafe with quirky vintage decor and a lovely menu. Nice to see different types of coffee on the menu too. Very welcoming and lovely staff..."
Christina Wilkinson
"Visited for the first time today, definitely not last. Great menu so many healthy options and excellent friendly service. Strawberry latte was so..."
Kasia Wilczynska
"Fragola is wonderful! The coffees and teas are terrific and so are the lunch options. Definitely worth stopping by and trying some of the many..."
Aedin Brennan
"Amazing service from their super friendly staff and lovely food. What more could you ask for..."
Sam Walsh
"Probably the best coffee in Kilkenny! And really lovely..."
Roisin O'Shea
"Visited for the first time today, definitely not last. This is a lovely spot, where you can enjoy a cuppa and have lunch, on quiet street so either..."
Nina Stuczyñska-Jaster
"Staff are lovely food is yummy I would highly recommed to try here..."
Loretta Brennan
"Beautiful cafe, attentive lovely staff and most importantly - yummy cakes and coffee ... will be back soon..."
Áine Costello
"First visit today , Black Forest Gateaux hot chocolate was..."
Fiona Denise Wall
Market Deli
Market Deli
97/100 (15 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast Food
Cafe
Lunch
Brunch
Salad
"Such a lovely place! I enjoyed a tropical smoothie and a delicious sandwich there. The atmosphere is very..."
Kaylin Elizabeth
"Best coffee in the city..."
Nathan Owens
Tess's Homestyle Baking
Tess's Homestyle Baking
96/100 (184 ratings)
Restaurants
Street Food
Cafe
Irish
Cafe
Deli
Irish
Street Food
Deli
Lunch
Breakfast
Sandwiches
Café
Street Food
Irish
Deli
Breakfast
Lunch
"Fabulous soup today!! Winter veg with apple. It as really..."
Dawn Nally
"Top of the range cookies and cakes best in..."
James McGuinness
Aran Artisan Bakery & Bistro
Aran Artisan Bakery & Bistro
96/100 (600 ratings)
Restaurants
Irish
International
Polish
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Irish
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
French Toast
Toasts
International
Café
Irish
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Reservations
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Takeout
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Live Music
Gift Cards Available
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
Cutting Vedge
Cutting Vedge
96/100 (377 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Healthy
Healthy
Vegan Options
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Breakfast
Salad
Café
Healthy
Gift Cards Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Seating
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
Gourmet Store
Gourmet Store
94/100 (489 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Vegan Options
Irish
Cafe
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Sandwiches
Cakes
Paninis
Sit down
Irish
Café
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Just bought Christmas mince pies with a crumble top here today. They are the most amazing mince pies we’ve ever eaten. Absolutely gorgeous. Pity we..."
Richard Bates
"Delicious lunch, Great Coffee & fantastic friendly service . Definitely worth a pitstop if you are visiting Kilkenny..."
Lorna Doogue
"Lovely produce and the nougat the best we have..."
Thomas Clarke
"Best food in town! I'd say the staff just know me as "the verona..."
Conchobhar Mac An Rí
"Gorgeous food and friendly service :)..."
Rebecca McGrath
Pennefeather Cafe
Pennefeather Cafe
93/100 (688 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Toasts
Mullins Mill Cafe
Mullins Mill Cafe
93/100 (307 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Cafe
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Café
Italian
Parking Available
Family style
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"What a beautiful place. Pity caffe was closed. Well reason to come..."
Zdenka Maksimova Vesela
"come to see the scenic view � shop full of craft and gifts , for all ocassions..."
Vilma Archila
"Amazing scentic location. The craft shop is like a magical cove filled with lots of treasures made by amazingly talented people. And excellent value..."
Tanya Tatten
"HandcraftedcardsbyEileen. Beautiful venue and an intriguing shop.Delighted to have my work there. Looking forward to the next market 7th and 14 of..."
Eileen Mbila
"Wonderful. Well worth a..."
Pauline O'Brien Flynn
Cathedral Cafe Kilkenny
Cathedral Cafe Kilkenny
93/100 (160 ratings)
Restaurants
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Soups
Healthy
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Quiche
Sandwiches
Salad
"Just had the best seafood chowder here fantastic .....soo worth a..."
Majella Sherwood
"Fabulous food - lovely location and great for..."
Mary Connolly
Studio And Press
Studio And Press
92/100 (14 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Healthy
Cafe
Deli
Irish
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
"Gorgeous products for sale, delicious food and lovely..."
Jackie TaraKate McGrath
A Slice Of Heaven
A Slice Of Heaven
92/100 (67 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Dessert
Bakeries
Restaurants
Cafe
Cupcakes
Macarons
Macaroons
Cakes
Sit down
The Thatch Cottage Cafe
The Thatch Cottage Cafe
92/100 (1066 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Irish
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Cafe
Gluten Free Options
Irish
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
French Toast
Sandwiches
Toasts
Burger
Cakes
Fish
Pancakes
Salad
Curry
Sit down
Irish
Café
European
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
Cakeface Patisserie
Cakeface Patisserie
91/100 (1106 ratings)
Dessert
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Sandwiches
Cakes
Salad
Café
Café
Accepts Visa
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Mocha's Vintage Tea Room & Restaurant
Mocha's Vintage Tea Room & Restaurant
91/100 (1468 ratings)
Restaurants
Irish
Cafe
European
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
European
Vegan Options
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Toasts
Sandwiches
Burger
Lasagne
Hake
Bagels
Quiche
Cakes
Salad
Fish
Salmon
Fish & Chips
Fish & chips
Sit down
Café
Irish
European
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Reservations
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"This place makes a nice change from all others for either breakfast, lunch or just some good afternoon tea. Always like a place where the love in the..."
Adrian Watts
"Amazing place for Afternoon Tea, typically vintage which definately adds to the experience! Best Afternoon Tea I have had to date, really made my..."
Aisling Brady
"Lovely place to go with my baby girl for breakfast or lunch relaxing music which makes my little one sleep so quick � waitress werry friendly and..."
Líga Kanáne
"What a lovely place to seek out in Kilkenny for a really enjoyable "time out" experience - great tea and treats, ever changing savoury menu, staff..."
Theresa Bourke
"This is a really lovely place to go. The food is delicious (smoked salmon quiche in particular) and very generous with portions too! They make a fab..."
Denise Tynan
"Honestly it's the nicest cafe I've been in for a long time. It's just fabulous. Kilkennys hidden gem � decor is stunning, the staff are so friendly..."
Karen McEvoy
"Had breakfast here while staying in Kilkenny, and it was an absolute treat. The scone and tea were so delicious. My husband had the full breakfast..."
Kara Bailey
"The decor and Staff were lovely and the food was amazing, very good value for money, would highly..."
Eliana Jean
"Perfect spot to get breakfast and coffee before heading out to explore Kilkenny and the Irish..."
Shane Hall
"What a beautiful place to start our day out. Lovely food, great service and gorgeous..."
Dolores Moore
"The style, the staff and the Thai fish cake with carrot salad yum, really lovely..."
Martina Cheasty
"The staff were AMAZING especially the guy who was fun and had such a fantastic manner. They made a great effort for us as we had a baby and nothing..."
Noiren Carrigg Brady
"Absolutely love this place will be back in October, love the decor love everything about this place..."
Elaine Guerin
"Lovely place to go anytime of the day, food is fab especially the lemon drizzle scones :) staff are so lovely & friendly. Its always a pleasure to..."
Claire Ryan
"Thank you to Edward for making my friend Linda's birthday so special. Both the atmosphere and food were amazing and I will certainly be..."
Christina Martin
Billy's Tea Rooms And Shop
Billy's Tea Rooms And Shop
91/100 (276 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Irish
Cafe
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Breakfast
Cakes
Irish
Café
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"I have a beautiful experience at Billy’s cafe this morning. Upon arriving I was greeted by a lovely gentleman who showed me to our table, ..."
Aisling Raggett
"We just had breakfast , great food and service from the ladies there. Will definitely be using the shop too. Full of local homemade produce..."
Patrick Bradshaw
"Fab food. Great friendly service. Well done to all involved. Great to have a shop in the town..."
Katie O'Keeffe
"Really recommend a visit to this lovely Cafe. Food is gorgeous and seating area is lovely. We'll be back..."
Kathy Ryan
"Enjoyed Billy's tea rooms today friendly service in fab setting well done to..."
Anne Dowling
"Well worth a visit and a cuppa! Only a short detour from M9 at exit..."
Bene O'callaghan
Cafe La Coco
Cafe La Coco
91/100 (1061 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Dessert
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Cafe
Healthy
Vegetarian Friendly
Irish
European
Gluten Free Options
Healthy
Vegan Options
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Focaccia
Pancakes
Crepes
Bagels
Halloumi
Pasta
Cakes
Salad
Pesto
Paninis
Toasts
Sit down
Healthy
Café
Irish
European
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
Cafe 22
Cafe 22
91/100 (334 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
Deli
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Lamb
Fish
Salad
Fish & Chips
"The coffee is deliciously creamy and the cake portions are huge. Very friendly staff! Definitely recommend this..."
Michelle Holmes
"Our meal at Cafe 22 was the best we had during our entire week in Ireland. The Irish lamb stew is one of the best things I've ever tasted, especially..."
Kelli Buttrey Nelson
"If you're looking for a place in Kilkenny to stop for a coffee or a sandwich or lunch then this is the only place for you! The coffee is something..."
Michael Dick
"In March my husband and I visited family in Ireland. We stayed in the cute little town of Kilkenny, and each morning we'd come to Cafe 22. The food..."
Shay Smith
"There should be more the 5 stars this place is absolutely the best food in all of Ireland hands down. They make a traditional Irish stew that could..."
Shane Meyer
"Friendly staff made to feel welcome, food was lovely big portion sizes no..."
Natalie Legge
"The seafood chowder is divine!! It's the best I've ever had, along with the vanilla chai latte. Such a warm and cozy environment..."
Brittany Sloan
"Best irish stew we ever tasted� Thanks a lot for the recepie� Love from..."
Elisabeth Olsen
"Had a gorgeous family breakfast here on our trip..."
Louise Bowbrick
"The Irish Stew was amazing the best in Ireland..."
Tess Oshea
"Very nice café not far from Kilkenny castle. Very nice staff and good food. Will surely come back..."
Monika Schnorpfeil
"Brilliant customer survive and lovely food well done to all the..."
Ian Martin
Esquires Coffee (castlecomer)
Esquires Coffee (castlecomer)
90/100 (273 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Irish
Cafe
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Irish
Café
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
The Ground Floor Cafe
The Ground Floor Cafe
89/100 (48 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Sandwiches
Sit down
Café
Takeout
Seating
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"I was just thinking of my favorite memories of my trip to Ireland last fall. Mary’s pear and almond muffin is right up there with my best memories...."
Laurie Lee Eccleston
"Excellent food, soups are always delicious and filling. All other food fantastic, hard to choose each time I go..."
Sharon Byrne
"Delicious food and friendly staff what more could you ask..."
Mairéad Mc Donald
"Love my hot chocolate fix with a lovely homemade plain scone with cream ..."
Tracey Murphy
"Good rich coffee and stuff very friendly. I love cakes and pies..."
Gregory Jaskiewicz
Nourish
Nourish
88/100 (104 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Brunch
Breakfast
Minced meat
Quench Coffee Bar Kilkenny
Quench Coffee Bar Kilkenny
88/100 (126 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Vegan Options
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Sit down
Café
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
Blaa Blaa Blaa Sandwiches
Blaa Blaa Blaa Sandwiches
86/100 (1093 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Dessert
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Sandwiches
Sit down
Café
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Amazing service, delicious food. Been there last year and still is the first thing that comes to my mind when I remember visiting..."
Gabriel Sorbille
"Really tasty sandwiches and amazing coffee! Thankyou, really enjoyed..."
Anila Ponda
"Thanks for the nice chat and the great sandwiches! We will definitely visit Blaa Blaa Blaa again at our next stay in Kilkenny...."
Sonja Fren
"Best coffee in town & always served with a smile..."
Heidi Good
"Lovely fresh sambos and treats. Like the gluten free options, and great coffee. Perfect for a picnic in castle..."
Denise O'Connell
"Great food friendly service I get my coffee daily highly..."
Skindeep Piercing
"A1 Best Sambo's in..."
Bridget Walsh
"Soooo toll! We love..."
Sandra Fischer
Mocha Days Coffee House
Mocha Days Coffee House
86/100 (268 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
European
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Irish
Pizza
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Crepes
Café
Irish
Café
Pizza
European
Seating
Table Service
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Excellent coffee and staff, really friendly and the food is amazing, had a cheese burger today and it was sooo good, side of wedge potatoes that..."
Mia Livančić
"Omg the coffee here is to die for , gorgeous little cafe with even more gorgeous staff Will be definitely be back again and again and again :-) The..."
Ann Dixie Nolan Guetta
"Definitely a place to go when you need a full Irish breakfast to cure the hangover. Great friendly..."
Martin Sheerin
"Smashing little place!! Staff are so friendly, Coffee is only Fab and the savory crepes are to die for! A must try!... #can't stay away!..."
Leigh Jane Salmon
"The kids think it's the best pizza in town- and they're connoisseurs 😆. The coffee is great too.. overall it was a friendly and relaxed..."
Barbara Van Rooyen
"The most beautiful and friendly Coffee shop in kilkenny, I'm very happy to be a part of it ,best of luck lads ur doing a great..."
Violeta Zselna
"Seriously friendly staff. Great food, great drink. Place looks great, and is super comfortable. Can't wait for summer to have some ice cream..."
Liam G Curry
"Top notch food and superb customer service � great for any meal of the day..."
Ashleigh Baxter-Loubser
"The best breakfast, fast service. I will definitely..."
Lavinia-Simona Toderica
"Best coffee in town .....friendly place to be for the morning coffee and the staff are very nice and..."
Vicky Smith
"Amazing pizza �� awesome atmosphere ! Very nice place to have..."
Steph Rams
"Excellent food and friendly staff! Good selection on the menu and amazing..."
Kevin Dollard
The Pantry
The Pantry
85/100 (758 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Cafe
Irish
Irish
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Sandwiches
Pancakes
Salad
Chowder
Toasts
Cakes
Paninis
Irish
Café
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
The Flaky Tart Kilkenny
The Flaky Tart Kilkenny
85/100 (262 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Irish
Vegan Options
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cakes
Irish
Café
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
Kafe Katz
Kafe Katz
85/100 (278 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Deli
Street Food
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Cafe
Deli
Street Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Sandwiches
Sit down
Street Food
Deli
Café
Seating
Table Service
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Cheap Eats
"Had a lovely as ever coffee meeting in kafe katz And it occurred to me i hadn't ever left a review Service and coffee were fantastic as ever..."
Eóin Ó Mhaolchiaráin
"Really nice relaxing cafe with great food and friendly..."
Rick Maguire
"Lovely place. Great food and friendly service. Highly..."
Robbie Brennan
"Lovely little cafe in the heart of Kilkenny. Nice, clean, friendly staff & good was delicious. Found a little gem..."
Ollie Towey
"My favourite spot in Kilkenny for Saturday morning brunch. Bacon, eggs, sausages and toast for €6!! Brilliant. A fresh newspaper and the best..."
Fergal Millar
"Went for a coffee this morning on a Recommdation... Didn't disappoint brilliant location in central killkenny friendly staff and a lovely..."
Ross Quinlan
"Best sweets I've had yet! Staff were very friendly as..."
Matt Des
"Lovely food and fab..."
Danielle Dunne
"Grest lunch grrat..."
Paul Nealon