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From wherever your are standing on the High Street in Kilkenny, a few minutes walk will get you to the most famous of all the slips, the Butterslip Lane and to Petronella, the city's most recently opened Restaurant-Cafe. Over four hundred years ago horse drawn carriages trundled down this thoroughfare. The charming slip with its pretty name is steeped in history and worn with footfall and remains so today. Duck under the archway and just on the right Petronella is becoming a regular for those who have discovered her. Guest Book entries already bear testament to culinary experiences from both near and far, the last entry from a diner from Seattle says 'as a chef I can truly recommend the cuisine
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
CUISINES
Irish, European
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards
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Reviewed 3 days ago

The food was so nice, I had steak for main course and it was so good. For desert u had death by chocolate, it was one of the nicest deserts I've had. The price is very reasonable and the food is top class. The owner...is very friendly and staff were v good too. I will returnMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Great spot for lunch. Really nice atmosphere and fabulous service. We had the house special and would say it's the best we've had in Ireland! Only regret is not being in town for dinner.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

O.M.G !!! You can't go to Kilkenny and not try Petronella restaurant !! The food is that good. What we found was great quality and we were so surprised by the price. The staff were just lovely and helpful. (The boss must be a good...one) I look to see how happy the staff are and I saw hard working girls with a smile. 👍👍More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 25 August 2023

le hard to find but worth the effort. This restaurant was up an alley and not readily apparent. Once we found it, the service, food and atmosphere was fantastic. I had the lunch special, chicken sandwich, chips and salad and my wife had the loaded...baked potato and they both were good. The chicken sandwich was incredibly good. Don't moss this gem.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 25 August 2023 via mobile

We have been meaning to dine at Petronella for some time and thankfully we where not disappointed, a busy lunchtime treat, lovely atmosphere and super service, beautiful food, I started with superb Pate served on a toasted Sour dough crostini with perfect amount of garnish,...main courses we ordered Pasta pappardelle with chorizo, and sole Goujons , all presentled perfectly, all fresh and beautifully cooked, could not be faulted, the house Pinot Grigio is an ideal friend to the dishes, highly recommend, Owner Chef has to be good. We will return ASAP.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 19 August 2023 via mobile

Excellent meal, thanks to Frank and all the staff. We sampled the early bird and we're not disappointed. Beautiful starters, mains, and desserts. Enjoyed the brie and hake, both delicious. Lovely atmosphere in a charming old building. Staff were all very friendly.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 3 August 2023

We found Petronella by looking here on trip advisor. We were lucky to be able to get a table at short notice but we were very glad we did! The manager is super friendly host and the food is excellent.. We would not hestitate to...visit again, or recommend to anyone visiting Kilkenny.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 2 August 2023

Absolutely fabulous. Great staff and food. We booked a couple of weeks ago. A visit is a must, if you are in Kilkenny.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 30 July 2023

What a great restaurant in historic Kilkenny. It's a small location but the quality of the food is only surpassed by Frank. We had some American guests with us, who loved how Frank interrupted eating to thank all the people in the restaurant for coming....Great foodMore

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 19 July 2023

Fantastic group birthday dinner for my husband’s 50th. Delicious food, excellent service, great atmosphere. A perfect evening. Thanks to Frank and the wait staff for making this a really special occasion

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 25 June 2023 via mobile

From the minute we walked in it was amazing the gentleman that owns the restaurant makes you feel at home straight away… talking about the history of the restaurant name Petronella and general talk about where we come from etc… Then the food arrived it...was so good we were back in Kilkenny we booked the restaurant again I’m still dreaming about going back some day it was one of the best meals I’ve ever had from presentation to taste and ambiance of the restaurant it’s definitely a must to visit if you get a booking…More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 23 June 2023 via mobile

Great hospitality for locals and tourists alike. The vegetarian options are some of the best in town and I often order them myself (as a non V) as they are so delicious. Highly recommend the brie starter!

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 18 June 2023

Limited menu but good food. Restaurant feels like you walk back in time. Good lunch stop. Have allergy friendly options.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 10 June 2023

Wonderful good, warm and friendly service. Daughter had pasta, I had fish, along with soup and dessert. Seemed like most of the other patrons were locals. That says a lot. Highly recommend.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 3 June 2023

Food, service and ambiance perfect. Highly recommend. Their early bird special is a fabulous deal. Would highly recommend.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Helena H
30 July 2022|
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I checked on the Petronella website, and they have provided excellent photos of the lower level exterior, lower level interior and table area, and a visible door marked "handicapped toilet" so my assumption would be that... More
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Hi, do you have any gluten free options on your menu. We have a coeliac child.
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Petronella Restaurant & Cafe is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5