Our Story
We are a relaxed, informal, neighborhood restaurant located on the Butterslip Lane, right in the beating heart of Kilkenny city. Our menus focus on local & seasonal food – set over two floors, in a listed-building, over 400 years old. Our charming restaurant maintains many of its original features such as the original stone walls and wooded beams and is an abundance of character.
We hope you love Petronella, as much as we do.
Petronella’s Story
Visiting Petronella is not only about delicious food and drink, it’s about immersing yourself in the fascinating story of the restaurant’s namesake.
Now entering its tenth year in the heart of Kilkenny, our charming restaurant is named after an historic Kilkenny figure, Petronella de Meath who was accused of hersey and witchcraft and was the first woman burned at the stake in Ireland in 1324, just a few meters from our restaurant at the townhall.
Petronella is a showgirl, and centuries later she still showcases the city she knew and loved.
A Piece Of Kilkenny History
Petronella was the handmaiden to Dame Alice Kyteler the famous witch of Kilkenny, who after the mysterious death of four husbands was condemned to death, she managed to flee to England and Petronella paid the ultimate price, being killed in her stead.
Over 400 Years Old
The fact that Petronella is in a very historic building which dates back to 1602 also adds to its charms. The first mayor of Kilkenny, Nicholas Langton lived in the Butterslip building (along with his wife and 25 children) and was responsible for forging the deal with King James I that granted Kilkenny its city status in 1609. It is believed that this charter may actually have been signed within the Petronella building.
Opening Hours
Tuesday to Saturday Brunch – 08:00-14.00 (Brunch from 9am – Last orders 13.45)
Tuesday to Saturday Dinner – 17.00-21.30
Sunday – Petronella’s famous Sunday Roast 12.00-16.00
Come join us at Petronella