Ristorante Rinuccini

Family-run Italian restaurant on The Parade, opposite the castle, with lunch and dinner every day; on Sunday, continuous service from 12:30 to 20:30.

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Where: Kilkenny

Open every day; bookings on its website

What is it?

A family-run Italian restaurant on The Parade, the street that rises opposite the castle gate. For years it has been the special-occasion table in the centre of Kilkenny, with tablecloths and waiter service.

What is there to eat?

Italian cooking: pasta, meat and fish with Irish produce. The most affordable way to go is the early bird menu, from 17:00 to 18:00 (on Saturday, from 16:45 to 17:30).

Opening hours and booking

Open every day, at lunchtime and in the evening. On Sunday it serves without a break from 12:30 to 20:30, handy if you are going back to Dublin by train in the afternoon. Book on its website, especially at weekends.

What to order: the early evening menu, between 17:00 and 18:00.

Practical details

Address

1 The Parade, Kilkenny

Phone

+353 56 776 1575

[email protected]

Opening hours

Mon–Thu12:30–14:30 and 17:00–21:00
Fri12:30–14:30 and 17:00–21:30
Sat12:30–14:30 and 16:45–21:30
Sun12:30–20:30

On Sunday, lunch from 12:30 to 17:00 and dinner from 17:00 to 20:30

Cuisine

Italian

Bookings

Book a table on their website

Details checked on 12 November 2026.

House specialities

Early bird menu

Tips

Go at 17:00 The early bird menu is the best value.

Book a Saturday table in good time It is the day with the most weddings and groups in the city.

Frequently asked questions

Is it open on Sunday?

Yes, from 12:30 to 20:30 without a break.

How do I book?

On its website, with the Tablepath system.

As a family

Opening hours and prices can change: check them before you go.

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