A friend of mine recommended this restaurant and we were absolutely not disappointed. We went on the early bird menu - 3 courses for €27.50. I had pate to start and duck for main. My fiance had tomato and basil soup to start and steak for main. We both had apple and rhubarb tartlet for dessert. Every mouthful of all... more

After a morning taking in some stunning art on display during the Kilkenny Arts Festival week, we were looking for something that would leave us satisfied - and we found it. The staff were very pleasant, helpful and attentive even when the restaurant was full. We are not meat-eaters but found plenty of choice. Food was imaginatively prepared and presented.... more

From the moment we walked in the staff were attentive;nothing was too much trouble. The menu was very good with lots of choices for all tastes;an exceptional italien wine list to chose from.A jug of water and bread on the table before we had ordered.The waiters were very good at there jobs and always polite.The food was cooked to order... more

Had a great special occaision meal here. Place was packed. We had reservations so no wait although others were waiting at the door. We had to come in early and be out by 7 which worked out fine. Didn't feel rushed. Food was great - tried many of the enrees and catch of the day. Great dessersts. A bit pricey.... more

My food was a tad dry, like it was under heat lamps too long. The rest of the party's was great. Crowded little restaurant and a little noisy, but tolerable. Good wine list. more

I ate at Rinuccini's with a group of 6 friends and thought it was an absolute waste of money. I have lived in Italy and know what Italian food should taste like but even for Irish standards, this was below par. The blue cheese tortellini was extremely salty (the water it had been cooked in had had too much salt).... more

My wife and I (from the U.S.) are vacationing in Ireland for 12 nights and are staying in Kilkenny an extra day because she got sick. I had to go out to pick some lunch up for her -- and she just wanted spaghetti and meatballs. I asked the local pharmacist where I could get that, and he suggested Rinuccini... more

My husband and I spent a week in Kilkenny with our 3 kids aged between 4 and 12. After a morning at Kilkenny Castle we crossed the road and decided to try Rinuccini for lunch. Clientele was a mixture of couples and larger groups including some older families. At first we thought the ornate decor (table linen and gilt mirrors)... more

We recently booked Rinuccini on a Friday night and I was happy to see it so busy. I had the best homemade meatballs I ever tasted and my partner had lovely steak that almost melted on your tongue! We'll definitely be back here! more