Kyteler's Inn

I just loved this place. We went there during an off time on a Monday afternoon. But it still felt lively. I love how they used the history to make the whole pub feel cute. We also loved their own brew. Will definitely come back to try the food. Great experience!!

Service was great! We didn’t wait long for our food! Burger was delicious 10/10 and fish and chips was 6-7/10. They are clild friendly and they very accommodating. They have a huge space for dinning and drinking and check their website on the days for music night. It has an enchanting story behind the place and I’ll let you discover it when you visit here 😉 I’ll recommend this place when you visit Kilkenny!

Nice place to knock the chill off and eat. Staff were friendly and efficient Love the lore of Ann. Beautiful woodwork and decor. Food was good and fast to table. Whiskey selection was nice!

Excellent service, location and food service! The dishes came out quickly and the food was delicious! Very pleasant and comfortable atmosphere. I will definitely go back there.

The place is nice, very cosy. The food is quite okay but nothing really special, the stew was nice and savory but the meat wasn’t that tender, the pork was a bit tasteless, should be accompanied with a sauce or something

Dropped in for a drink and was treated very well. Friendly bar staff and pleasant atmosphere. Spotless clean toilets.

While Kyteler's Inn has a good reputation as a fun tavern, I think that it currently relies on being a tourist draw. It is totally fun as it was owned by Dame Kyteler who was reputed to be a witch and her husbands died of mysterious causes. But it gets really campy with all the signs and displays. Great place to watch sports although not totally Great that we were seated right under one TV. Fun to watch the hurling match though. Service was fine although the servers didn't really know what beers they had on draught. Food was plentiful and OK, but certainly not the best we had while in Ireland. Go for the camp, sports and beer but better food is likely available elsewhere in Kilkenny.

We visited Ireland for 10 days and this was by far the best pub we’ve been to, and we’ve been to quite a few. The atmosphere and the live music were absolutely fantastic. Best band ever. It was a shame the band finished so early, but that seemed to be the case in every pub in ireland. The drinks were very tasty, though it was quite crowded, which is understandable for such a great pub!

We went for lunch and were pleasantly surprised. The bathrooms are very clean and smell nice. We got the daily special- a steak sandwich, and other sandwiches. Service, food, drinks, and ambiance are all better than expected. 9.7/10. Would def recommend.

I think there was mixed reviews at our table for food but I got the steak sandwich and it was delicious. Hot and fresh. Cold pints. The restaurant itself is very cute with very interesting history and always a plus, really nice bathroom. Would recommend.

The music and people were delightful. Complete Irish pub experience. Service with a smile and we didn't eat so the witches brew is untested.

Great pub! Food and service was excellent. I tried lambs stew for the first time and it was delicious

Definitely 5 stars for character, atmosphere, and attentive waitstaff. We enjoyed the food which we'd describe as good but not gourmet. We had lamb stew and fish and chips. I'm not sure I've had plaice before. It was more flavorful than most fried fish. I liked it. Our deserts we're good, too. Bonus: the stew was gluten free! I needed a lot of pints to pass the time. We arrived early to get meals and a good table for the music. Bonus 2: Guinness 0.0 is on tap

Our first lunch in Ireland and it was absolutely amazing. The service and the food were so good. Our table had bangers and mash, and the lamb stew. The lamb stew was hands down one of the best things I've ever eaten. This place is a must go to if you are in Kilkenny. The atmosphere is really cool too.

One of my favorite spots; yes a town of tourist go in but if you spend some time with the bartenders you will try some awesome whiskey. The music is always on point!

Absolutely love this place. Great food and great pints of Guinness. 90 different types of whiskey

Had a wonderful meal and a few pints for lunch today. The Irish stew and fish and chips were as good as we've ever hand and the ambiance is incredible ... a business from 1300 ... come on now!

The Kyteler's Inn was just perfect. All of the staff are incredibly nice. They tag team the table and anyone is available to help you with your needs. We were a group of 9 and were seated immediately. I had the lasagne, which was just scrumptious. Every said "Lasagne in Ireland?" But I wanted to go out on a limb and boy am I glad I did. Fish & Chips were the best my friend has had so far on our 6 days in Ireland...and he has been trying them everywhere! The Guiness was good, cold & steady. The atmosphere was eclectic irish. Very interesting to look at, which we did get up and look around for a litte bit. The history, which we looked up after we were done with our meal, is very unusual.

Fine live music but they stop serving food fairly early at 8:30 PM. Was told at 9 PM that we were out of luck in all of Kilkenny except for fast food or a grocery chain. Found an open steakhouse on the same block and ate a fine meal at 9:30 with no reservation. Returned to the Kytelers for drinks and music. Unfortunately after the live music ended we endured a terrible soundtrack of American pop music.

The food here is smashing the toasted sandwich is the best also something better is there kids pasta but ask for the adult version it comes dry with a bowl of sauce and another bowl with cheese and a side of butter and salt there burgers fill me so quick

A dour young server never once checked to see if there was anything we needed or how our meal was. She stood to the side and complained to a coworker that it was going to be a long night. When she cleared the table (including a mostly full bowl of overly salty soup) she quickly asked how things were but didn't listen when I tried to tell her the soup was too salty. A poor server can make or break a dining experience almost as much as mediocre food. Food: 3/5 | Service: 2/5 | Atmosphere: 4/5

Great pub with tons of atmosphere. Service was very good and attentive. And the food was excellent. But I loved the live music. Great place to go for the evening.

Nestled within the Medieval town of Kilkenny on one of the small city's main thoroughfares is this gem of a Pub! The food was very traditional and featured Irish stew, fish & chips and chicken vu von's-all of which were very good and didn't leave you feeling stuffed, which was perfect for lunch. Drinking the local cream ale in its point of origin was such a delight!! I couldn't recommend this experience more if I tried! Stop in for a pint... or two!

Service was attentive and fast. We were meeting some friends inside who were eating, so we had just popped in for a few drinks. The story/history of this place is wild, and the stone/brick work is amazing. The ambiance is what definitely sold me. My friends said that the food was good. The drinks were definitely good.

A wonderful historic location with great ambience and attentive, warm and engaging staff. You'll find live music and all the traditional Irish dishes at a very fair price on their menu. An excellent spot to enjoy some fish and chips and a pint for sure. Would definitely visit here again.

Nice pub, popular and great location if your visiting Kilkenny. Menu was more limited than the last time we came, but portions were large and restaurant was well staffed.

Very helpful about gluten-free options, my husband and I just had the Irish stew, it was delicious.

Food and service were mediocre. Food was not flavorful or fresh. And service was not great. They did have live music but the vibe was kinda melancholy.

Great food friendly service. Burger are great and so is the stew. It's one of the oldest Inns in the country and definitely worth the visit.

Came here for a quick bite. There are a few dining areas but we sat by the fireplace, opposite the Kytler statue. Here's what we ordered: - small bucket of spicy wings - Ham & Ballymaloe Relish on brown bread - tuna & sweetcorn on white bread - Smithwick's Blonde Pretty straight forward place with good eats. What drew me to the place was the stories about Alice Kytler and her headmaid, Petronella. The story goes, as stated on their site: The oldest Inn in Kilkenny, Established in 1324 it is the home of the Great Dame Alice Kytler who was the first person to be accused of Witchcraft in Ireland. The Daughter of a wealthy banker she had 4 husbands that all died "Mysteriously" and was led to be accused of Heresy, Witchcraft and Murder. She fled her home of Kilkenny leaving her head maid in charge. Petronella, her head maid was then dragged through the streets and burned at the steak. Her home has lived on as an Inn and can be often visited by the spirit of Alice. We visited and loved the ambiance. Come to check it out!

Pay parking lot there. historic building from 1324, original owner was burned as a witch. Enjoy irish food & music! Very busy 2 floor restaurant woth fast service. Our roast beef & goat stew was tasty.

Fun location and building worth a visit. Service was excellent, food was good. Go have a drink and visit the witch!

Great atmosphere and a must see when visiting Ireland. You can really feel like you're back in the 14th century

Great big Irish bar with legit Irish food. They actually have a smoking bar to the back of the establishment and a small bar next to it that is non smoking but if you want dinner and listen to live music then go to the top bar, literally. We read that it was the place to visit when in Kilkenny so here we are on a Friday night enjoying great Celtic music and eating typical Irish foods. We had a front row table and ordered a few beverages and dinner. For my meal I ordered the Fish and Chips with Peas and my husband ordered he Bangers and Mash. The Fish and Chips came with 2 large breaded filets, a huge pile of fries and a bowl of soft peas. I had forgotten how much I loved peas until I had their peas. Very tasty! The fish was lightly breaded with bread crumbs and panko. The fish was light and crisp so not your typical dipped in batter fish and came with tarter sauce. Their tarter sauce was the best I have eaten. The plate was over flowing with fries so too many to eat. My husband cleaned his plate so he ate every bit of his Bangers and Mash. It came with 4 sausages and a huge plate of potatoes. Overall the food was delicious and plentiful. For beverages we ordered a Jamison and Ginger and Cranberry with vodka. They serve you the mixers separately and charge you separately for the alcohol and mixer. Our total cost of this meal and beverages was $44.00 Euros.

In the middle of a rainstorm, we warmed ourselves and our spirits in one of the oldest inns in the country. The food was fantastic and we enjoyed a delicious dessert of sticky toffee pudding. As we closed dinner, the floor in the bar was opened and we were treated to a fantastic trio performing Irish music for all to enjoy. The place is steeped in history and one must wander about to get the full story - the walls tell lots of stories.

Kyteler's Inn is a nice place to grab a bite to eat and a Pint. We were walking all over Kilkenny and decided to go down near the river, off the High Street. There are a dozen or so eateries and we decided to come here. Kyteler's advertises itself as being in business since 1324. Hopefully not the same owner. LOL We ordered the Turkey sandwich with some Chips and a Salad plate, along with a Bulmers and an Orchard Thieves Apple Cider. The food was okay and hit the spot. If you have time, walk around and look a some of their touristy exhibits (photo). Three Stars "A-Okay"

The place is touristy, as to be expected, but the food is really just plain bad. No seasoning. Fish and chips were soggy and chips had no salt. The food came out within 3-5 minutes of us ordering it, which was suspect to me. Stop in for a drink if you want to check out the historical aspect of the place. Then go to one of many other great restaurants in the same lane for food.

Great Irish food served since 1320s Fun awesome decor Sometimes live music Reasonable prices Big selection

Jamie W. and I were dog-tired by the time we made it from Dublin to Kilkenny by way of Glendalough because he volunteered to drive on the left side of all those winding roads to get there. It was our first day in Ireland, so we had to nap at our hotel before venturing out for dinner. Even though I had a few places bookmarked in the Yelp app, we listened to the advice of the front desk staff and came here to Kyteler's Inn, about as Irish a place as you could envision in a Jim Sheridan film. It was established in 1324 by a four-time divorcee accused of witchcraft (photo: http://bit.ly/2ecrfY0), and there is a bit of a haunted house quality to the perpetually crowded place. The menu is Irish pub fare with a bit of a global touch since they offer spring rolls and chicken wings in Cajun sauce as appetizers. We first started with our pints of warm Guinness because we were in Ireland after all (photo: http://bit.ly/2f5YX0J). There was a bit of a chill in the air as we walked over, so we both went for the €5.85 Homemade Cream of Vegetable Soup, a hearty bowl of Irish goodness that came with a couple of slices of spongy soda bread (photo: http://bit.ly/2ecrtyi). It definitely hit the spot as we were listening to the trio of local musicians regaling all of us with their Celtic tunes interspersed with some 80's American and British pop music to satisfy the middle-aged customers both local and foreign (photo: http://bit.ly/2eB2Rhy). For our entrees, we went for pure comfort food. Jamie had the €14.50 Kyteler's Traditional Irish Stew, a crock full of slow-cooked lamb, vegetables and of course, potatoes swimming in a thick broth and accompanied by even more of the soda bread (photo: http://bit.ly/2fo6oyl). It hit the spot and so did mine. I ordered the €14.50 Prime Roast Sirloin of Irish Beef, a hearty serving with two thick slices of tender meat in thick gravy accompanied by three scoops of mashed potatoes and pan-fried carrots and cabbage (photo: http://bit.ly/2eL4Ygj). Maybe because I was so famished after the long drive and no snacks, but I thought the food really delivered the goods on flavor and portions. Couple that with the live music and attentive service and you have a fine introduction to Ireland for the fish-out-of-water traveler. FOOD - 4 stars...pure Irish but surprisingly well executed...maybe it was the jet lag AMBIANCE - 4 stars...pure Irish again, very much a pub thick on local flavor and color SERVICE - 4.5 stars...sharpest restaurant staff we experienced on our trip TOTAL - 4 stars...even though I suspect the hotel gets a cut for referring uninformed tourists like us, we still liked it a lot so who cares, right?

Food was great - very fast lunch serving! Established in 1324 the dining room is very cozy - the bar has 15+ drafts - great staff - would love to be there with live music!

I could have stayed here for hours. It is like a museum and pub in one! There was so much cool stuff to look at and read about, and the building felt so historic. I ordered a "cider flight" and it came on the coolest board! They were all good. We also tried the fried brie and I would HIGHLY recommend it. There is a parking lot nearby, and it is free later in the evenings. We were treated to some music while we were there too! This area of town is so fun to explore, so wear your walking shoes. Prices were good and the vibe was unbeatable.

First official pub of Ireland. I had the bangers and mash and it was pretty good. And a lot of food for €14. I saved half for breakfast the next morning! Fun atmosphere and we sat by Alice the witch which was a fun central area. Wish we could have sat in the bar to watch the musicians but it was packed.

Great find in Kilkenny. My wife and I were looking for a local pub where the food was good and the service was strong and we found it. They have a wide variety of food and desserts available. We really liked the wings and the apple and berry cobbler. Definitely recommend this place.

Great place with terrific Irish music and an interesting history. Food was okay but I'd say the same for the whole country ... we love Ireland but it's not an amazing culinary experience.

Typical Irish pub food for a place that's been serving up beers since 1263! The best part of this place is the live music - you have to go downstairs into the courtyard to notice it though. We came in and ate upstairs and were about to leave when I spotted the music on my way back from the bathroom. We ended up staying for two more drinks!

The food was good but the service left much to be desired. The woman who seated us at least smiled when we came in. The two men who took our order and delivered our meals were downright rude, and the bartender who took our payment was just as unfriendly. In the two weeks I've been in Ireland I've learned that servers are often less chatty than in the States and that's fine but rarely have I encountered waitstaff as dismissive and unwelcoming as the ones we encountered tonight.

Just a great fun spot for locals and tourists who want to taste and see a true Irish pub! We loved it!

If you want the real Irish experience come here! We only had one night in Kilkenny and arrived pretty late, but thanks to Yelp we found this restaurant. Walking in you can here the live band playing traditional Irish music. It was great and so much fun! Exactly what we were looking for! Our waiters were so amazingly friendly and got our orders in right away since the kitchen was closing in 10 minutes. We ordered some garlic bread for the table to share. The garlic bread was so good! Portion was small but it was six of us sharing. The chicken and ham vol au vent was phenomenal! It is like a chicken pot pie with thin and crispy pastry, served with fries and a small salad. Everything was great. And very big portion. I tried but couldn't finish the plate. And since we were in Kilkenny we had to order a pint of Smithwicks-very refreshing and light. Our waiter so nice be even have us an embroidered glass of Smithwicks to take home! Highly recommend this restaurant when you are in town!

This place may have been one of the nicest eating out experiences I've ever had. When we got there, it was full, but the manager told me he could call me when it was available, a simple but impactful gesture that showed how nice he is. I gave him my number and he called right on time, and we were escorted in. We had a dog with us, but he told us that the dog was welcome inside, and we were thrilled at not having to find a place outside. We went in, sat down, and ordered. Everyone who worked there was very pleasant and lovely, and seemed downright happy to do their job. I ordered a fish and chips, which was breadcrumbed rather than battered, and while we were waiting, the manager gave us a dog bowl full of water for the dog, and even a small plate with a treat. The food was as nice as you could possibly ask for, and the service may as well have been instant, because that would've been slower. I didn't have desert or even look at the menu, but I can only imagine the ice cream brownies and apple tarts they had to offer. Overall, one of, if not the best restaurant experience I have ever had. Recommended for anyone, young or old.

Amazing Food. The flavors was great. We got the breaded chicken which came with an option of chips and salad or veggies and potatoes. Please get the veggies. There was mashed carrots. Although that sounds weird (at least to me) it was excellent. Service was great. Music was great. History was even greater. Found out about this place thanks to the Mediaeval Museum. What else do you need?

We had lots of fun in this Irish restaurant with awesome Irish live music, nice service, and good food & beers. Here are what we ordered: Garlic bread-not sure what's up with garlic bread. People really like it here. The entree came very slow. So I was glad we ordered it. Chicken & Ham Vol Au Vent- creamy served with puffed pastry & salad. Good potatoes fries. I had fun to those with the brown sauce mixed with ketchup. It's Irish version of chicken pot-pie for me. Roast Beef Sirloin with cabbage, mashed potatoes, and gravy. It's a very rich dish and definitely one of the best dishes from the menu. Smithwick's Ale is out of the world refresh. Homemade Bonoffi Pie- banana with interesting thick pie crust and fresh whipped cream. Love it. Overall, the best restaurants in town! Highly recommended it.

My wife and I were hoping to find a pub with good food, as well as music. Kyteler's Inn was the place for us when we arrived in Kilkenny. We arrived at the pub late evening, and were greeted by a friendly host. Shockingly we got seats as soon as we arrived since it looked busy. We got to check out the band which made for great background music for our dinner. The beer list was the usual of local Irish fare, such as Guinness and Smithwick's. They also had a few local craft options. The food here is amazing and you can tell there was a lot of care put into it. The fried brie rounds were delicious and the rasberry coulis gave it a nice sweet component. I decided on the prime roast sirloin as my entree, and it was great! Very tender cut of beef with some fluffly mashed potatoes. We ended our meal with sticky toffee pudding and it was a great way to end our dinner. Sweet and gooey, I loved every bite! One of the best meals I had when visting Ireland.

Came across this place while looking to grab a quick meal in Kilkenny. Service and food is incredibly fast and so delicious. They also have WiFi. Highly recommend this place (especially if you're a tourist stopping by quickly).

I stopped by this restaurant on a day trip to Kilkenny. While the prices were reasonable and the food was decent, this restaurant was much more notable for its friendly service, welcoming atmosphere, beer/cider selection, and prompt service. The space has a number of formats, and the clientele appeared to be drawn from various parts of the world.

We stayed in Kilkenny for two days and were given the recommendation to try out this place by our Airbnb host. We went on a Saturday night and found the place to be quite busy, yet we were seated immediately. The crowd consisted of mostly locals enjoying dinner or drinks at the bar. We ordered beer and dinner. Our orders were the chicken wings for starters, lamb stew, and chicken with cream sauce. The food was pretty average (nothing over the top but not bad either). I really enjoyed my dish because it was different from the usual, and my brother definitely liked his lamb stew; however, after trying the dish at different restaurants this one was likely at the bottom of the list. That being said, I wouldn't knock on the food as being bad but just average. I probably wouldn't come back for the food, but what would bring me back is the atmosphere. Super lively crowd with an ambience that really makes you feel you're in Ireland hanging with the locals. The staff was also extremely friendly and accommodating. Food: 2.5/5 Staff: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5

This place is a lot of fun, and is very historic. The staff is great, and it's easy to find at night as the witch is sitting out front. I learned to play the Irish drum there, during one of their open sessions. I had lasagna for dinner (I know, not very Irish), bit it was very good. Spend some time looking at the architecture and reading about this Inn as it is quite interesting. The music is very good, and the staff and patrons are all quite nice and accommodating.

Didn't eat while we were here. Great selection of beers on tap including the local Kilkenny Ale, which I highly recommend. Be sure to stay for the local live music nightly. Take a walk around and look at the four different bar areas. The basement bar in the cave is a cool atmosphere.

With all the awesome reviews of here, I really wish my experience had been better. I was traveling solo and had learned that I prefer to sit either where this is wifi or friendly people I could chat with. I had asked to sit at the bar and was told no. Then I asked to sit in an area where there would be more of a communal vibe (they definitely have this near the bar), I was again told no. I was more than happy to wait for a table, but it was a no go from the manager. I was sat in a corner, just outside of the perimeter of wifi. I took a deep breath and wanted to reset. Sadly, the service equaled the manager's viewpoints - I was brushed aside and I had to ask three different servers for my beer and water. As neither had arrived even though I requested them at the same time I ordered my food and my food had already arrived. The only plus to my experience here was the excellent Irish music that was playing live. As a warning, they do not let you listen to the music unless you have a drink in hand (having finished one is not sufficient, you must have it in hand). I watched the same manager from earlier ask a family of 4 to either leave or buy drinks. The teenagers mentioned they don't drink soda but they still had to order one so they could stay. Really, I think I just felt nickle and dimed by my whole experience here. I was either an inconvenience or just an open wallet. Not cool.