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Travellers' Choice2022
RATINGS
Food
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Value
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PRICE RANGE
US$424 - US$2,569
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
Irish, Italian, European, Fusion
FEATURES
Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Reservations, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Super friendly staff, couldn't do enough for us. My daughter was hungry and they got her order out straight away. Food was lovely. Great restaurant.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 15 April 2023 via mobile

We visited yesterday as a family. We had the most beautiful meal. Goats cheese salad, nachos and chicken wings for starters. We had three pizzas for mains, Chicken pesto, ham and mushroom, pepperoni. No room for dessert unfortunately! Both people front of house couldn't have...been nicer. We will definitely return on our next visit to Kilkenny.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 6 April 2023 via mobile

Pizza is the best and the Carbanara is really tasty. Went with the family and was not disappointed, relaxed atmosphere, good food all good

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 21 February 2023 via mobile

I extremely slow service, we had to wait nearly 40 minutes for each course. We’ were asked if we like ketchup, mayo or vinegar with our mains and chips, we did not get them nor could we get attention of staff. They seemed to be...super understaffed! Once I did get there attention the burger was cold and they only brought ketchup’ and no salt, vinegar or mayo! When we brought our dissatisfaction to the staffs attention they nearly broke down at the table and apologised for the other staff member’ there were only two staff. Over all the food was okay and I don’t think I will go back neither will me friends! My friend ordered the parmesan chip’ btw… they only came out as normal chips with a sprinkle of dry Parmesan on top.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 20 December 2022 via mobile

We were staying across the street and a bit tired and hungry our first night in Ireland so we thought we would give this place a try. What a lucky decision! The chicken pesto pizza was marvelous and my mouth is watering remembering it. The...atmosphere was very inviting and the service was friendly and quick. I keep finding reasons to come back to Kilkenny and this restaurant is definitely on the list!More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 3 November 2022

great night food was fab we had wings pizza and bolognaises were very tasty wine and all our drinks were nice service was very good nothing too much trouble our daughter also had brownie dessert which she said was delicious will visit again

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 15 October 2022

Stopped here for a lunch on a trip to Kilkenny in April beautiful food we had the wings, tagliatelle bolognaises, carbonara and Arrabiata. Service excellent a lovely little gem in Kilkenny city.

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 14 October 2022

Best pizza in Kilkenny, very nice interior and friendly staff....cant go wrong really. Always enjoy eating here.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 8 September 2022 via mobile

We had a great experience from the minute we entered to when we left!! The lady who served us was amazing so professional even though she was the only one on the floor she served everyone as quickly and efficiently as she possibly could!!! Food...was 5 star!!! From starters to dessert we could not fault a thing!! Will be back!!!More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 24 August 2022 via mobile

I only ever submit reviews when something is exceptional. Either good or bad. In this case, it’s definitely the good. Pizza was excellent, pasta divine. Waitress was very attentive. Well done la Rivista. Thank you. Highly recommended

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 24 July 2022 via mobile

Popped in on a Saturday evening but unsurprisingly no space in the restaurant for a group of 13! The host gave us multiple options and offered us the option of a takeaway. 13 pizzas and a bolognaise later - very happy customers! Will be coming...back next time we are in Kilkenny!! Thank you :)More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 14 July 2022 via mobile

Excellent gem of a restaurant. Delicious food. Wonderful and attentive staff. Reasonably priced. Couldn’t fault this place.

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 2 July 2022

Myself, hubbie and 3 kids ate here this evening. Between us we had nachos, pizza, garlic bread, pasta arrabiata, chicken goujons, chips and beefburger. Hands down the best food we have had out. Authentic, fresh and simply delicious. Beautiful atmosphere and setting. Would highly recommend...and excellent value too. Thank you for a lovely dining experience.More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 29 June 2022

We walked into La Rivista without a reservation on a Saturday night, but they made room for us. The food was amazing. We tried the Italian Nachos out of curiosity and are big fans. My husband and I tried a unique Veggie pizza and my...sister and brother-in-law tried the Nduja pizza. They were both excellent. We enjoyed our drinks and food very much. They were patient and kind with us, with wonderful and fast service. We highly recommend this restaurant.More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 14 June 2022

I had a lovely meal here this evening The pasta was amazing and I think I will be back to have some of the pizza Everyone in the restaurant was raving about the pizza

Date of visit: June 2022
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Response from KKgal1 | Reviewed this property |
Yes there are a couple of car parks within walking distance and you may be lucky enough to get on street parking
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Monday to Saturday: 5-10pm Sunday lunch is from half 12 till 5 and they have an evening menu from 5-9
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Yes, La Rivista offers takeaway services.

La Rivista is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5