This is Petronella

Welcome to Petronella

Nestled along the charming, historic Butter Slip in the heart of medieval Kilkenny, Petronella is a neighbourhood restaurant built around local Irish food and warm Irish hospitality.

We look forward to welcoming you and hope you feel as at home here as we do.

In the beating heart of Kilkenny City

Rooted in our love for Kilkenny and its rich heritage, Petronella was created with a simple ambition: to bring new life to one of the city’s most charming, historic buildings and create a restaurant that feels like a local home. A welcoming place for locals and a little discovery for visitors, where good food, genuine hospitality and a warm atmosphere come together. Somewhere to drop in any day of the week, share a meal, meet friends and feel part of the neighbourhood. A place our family is proud to call our own, and one we hope you’ll make your own too.

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 Amit 
 
 
 
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Food was excellent.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Alicia Shean 
 
 
 
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From beginning to end, this was an experience for the senses. Every detail, every morsel, every sip was superb. I cannot recommend this place enough. My husband and I shared the chowder, sea bass, strip loin steak and cream brulee with Irish coffees and had to end the night there because it could not possibly get any better. Thank you Petronella 🖤
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Pam Walters 
 
 
 
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Wow! What a find! Had the most amazing experience, the food and wine were delicious and the service  exceptional. My partner and I have both said we would return to Kilkenny (from Swansea) just to go to this restaurant again. Highly recommend
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Claire Comerford 
 
 
 
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Really enjoy our Sunday evening dining experience here. Gorgeous atmosphere and the staff are excellent.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 rich summerhayes 
 
 
 
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Beautiful restaurant and amazing food, I'd recommend the short rib as it was unreal. Staff are very attentive and welcoming. 5⭐ if I could.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Sin Fit 
 
 
 
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We had a great experience at this restaurant. Staff were friendly & helpful, vibes were good, decor fab, loved the food ... I highly recommend this place
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Amber Ryan 
 
 
 
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So accommodating to our littles. The atmosphere is romantic yet spooky. The is  food terrific. Service top notch. Such a good location with fascinating history.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
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Step into the past

Look up and you’ll find original wooden beams, look around and you’ll see centuries-old stone walls, dating back to the 1600s. Quiet witnesses to more than 400 years of Kilkenny life, they bring a wonderful sense of history and character to Petronella. It’s hard not to wonder at the stories these walls could tell.

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