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Petronella Restaurant, Kilkenny, Kilkenny

Petronella Restaurant

4.6 (83)
€30 and under
Irish
80/81 Butter Slip Ln, Kilkenny, Kilkenny 00000

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Welcome to Petronella.

Our charming restaurant, located along the romantic allure of the Butterslip Lane, serves wonderful Irish food with warm and friendly service.

We serve Brunch and Dinner from Tuesday to Saturday or come and try Petronella's famous Sunday Roast.

Located on the medieval Butterslip Lane, Petronella, just like her namesake, has an illustrious past, located in one of Kilkenny's oldest and historic buildings. The restaurant pays homage to Petronella, the first woman accused of witchcraft in Ireland and the first woman in Europe to be executed by burning at the stake, just a few steps from our door.

It’s the place to be in Kilkenny, and we hope you love Petronella, as much as we do

The O'Neill Family - Proprietors

Note: We accept reservations up to 8 people online. For larger numbers email info@petronella.ie

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Irish, Modern European, European
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ger Dunne / Tyrone Cuddihy
  • Private party facilities
    An unrivaled dining spot in the heart of KilkennyPetronella is the perfect place to celebrate – perfectly located in the beating heart of Kilkenny. Whether it’s a fun 21st, a naughty 40th, a fab 60th or an immortal 80th, an engagement part, a night out with friends or family-do.

What 83 people are saying

Petronella Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Leinster

    Romantic

  • Leinster

    Irish

  • Leinster

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Petronella Restaurant in Kilkenny offers a "lovely atmosphere," "attentive service," and "delicious food" that consistently impress diners. Guests appreciate the "friendly staff," "great ambience," and a menu featuring "excellent food and service." While some dishes could improve, overall, it's a "highly recommended" dining experience.

83 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting is great in a repurposed space with exposed beams and stone walls. The food was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The staff was attentive and engaging. We loved it, though it did get a little loud when a large group sat next to us.

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  2. MaryAnne

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have a wonderful evening in Petronella on 24.04.2025. THe restuarant wasn't too busy when we arrived but filled up considerably from about 18:30. Menu selection was lovely & the food was amazing, so fresh & hot. Both waitress & waitor were professional & courteous given how busy they were, up & down those stairs. Would highly recommend Petronella & we will definitely be back

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  3. Nichola

    Leinster1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really lovely menu. Very attentive service. Great ambience. Delicious food. We had a lovely evening and will definitely be back soon. Thank you!

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  4. Aisling

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful restaurant. Lovely staff, fabulous food. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Will be back again.

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  5. Amy

    Dublin6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely hidden gem, would highly recommend, great food and wonderfully friendly staff

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  6. Lorraine

    Leinster1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding restaurant highly recommend, excellent food and service

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  7. Emer

    Dublin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff & food will definitely be back. Love to see greater choice for wines available by the glass please. Thank you for a wonderful night.

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  8. Caroline

    Leinster1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating our daughter Ella's 21st birthday. Staff very welcoming and polite. Food really good. We always enjoy our visits to Petronella

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  9. Sandra

    Connacht1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely ambience with low lighting, friendly and helpful staff Best hake ever.. all our courses were mouth watering and very nicely presented.

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  10. Linda

    Dublin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday occasion for a special friend. Party of 4. So impressed with absolutely everything

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Petronella Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 83 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. Ireland, Republic of
  3. Leinster
  4. County Kilkenny
  5. Kilkenny City

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Petronella Restaurant

80/81 Butter Slip Ln, Kilkenny, Kilkenny 00000

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Kilkenny City
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Irish, Modern European, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ger Dunne / Tyrone Cuddihy
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    An unrivaled dining spot in the heart of KilkennyPetronella is the perfect place to celebrate – perfectly located in the beating heart of Kilkenny. Whether it’s a fun 21st, a naughty 40th, a fab 60th or an immortal 80th, an engagement part, a night out with friends or family-do.
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