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Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant is located at 28 Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny city centre — 2 minutes from Kilkenny Castle, beside the Medieval Mile Museum. Book a table online, send us an enquiry, or call us directly. Open seven days.

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Make a Reservation

Book online or send us a message — we respond within a few hours.

Please note: Submitting a Book-a-Table request is a reservation request only — not a guaranteed booking. Your booking is only confirmed once you receive direct confirmation from us. We'll get back to you within a few hours.

Book a Table

Dining, sport, or a group occasion

General Enquiry

Private hire, press, or anything else

Prefer to call? +353 (0)56 7721718 · Mon–Thu 11am–11:30pm · Fri from 11am · Sat–Sun from 9am

Address

Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant

28 Rose Inn Street

Kilkenny

Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny city centre, 2 minutes from Kilkenny Castle

Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday
11am – 11:30pm
Friday
11am – 2am
Saturday
9am – 2am
Sunday
9am – 1:30am

Late bar: Friday & Saturday until 2am

Kitchen hours may vary — call ahead to confirm

28 Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny city centre · 2 minutes from Kilkenny Castle · Open in Google Maps

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Lanigan's opening hours?
Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant is open Monday–Thursday 11am–11:30pm, Friday 11am–2am, Saturday 9am–2am, and Sunday 9am–1:30am. Last orders are 30 minutes before closing. Kitchen hours may vary — call ahead to confirm food service times.
How do I get to Lanigan's from Kilkenny Castle?
Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant is a 2-minute walk from Kilkenny Castle on Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny city centre — directly beside the Medieval Mile Museum. From the castle gates, walk north along The Parade; Rose Inn Street is immediately to your left.
Is there parking near Lanigan's in Kilkenny?
The closest car parks to Lanigan's are The Parade (the road beside Kilkenny Castle), Dunn's car park, and Ormond car park — all within a short walk of Rose Inn Street. Please note there is no on-street parking on Rose Inn Street itself.
How do I book a table at Lanigan's?
You can book a table using the reservation form on this page and we'll get back to you to confirm, or you can call us directly on +353 (0)56 7721718. For large groups it's always recommended to ring in advance to discuss availability and facilitate any requirements.
Is Lanigan's accessible for wheelchair users?
Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant has step-free access at the main Rose Inn Street entrance. Ground-floor seating and bar access are fully accessible. Please contact us in advance for any specific accessibility requirements and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Can I hold a private event at Lanigan's?
Lanigan's does not offer exclusive private hire, but we do cater for group bookings — hen and stag parties, birthday celebrations, and sporting occasions are all welcome. We can reserve an area of the bar for your group for drinks and finger food. Contact us via the enquiry form or call us directly to discuss what we can put together for you.
Are children welcome at Lanigan's?
Yes, children are welcome at Lanigan's. However, under Irish law all under-18s must leave the premises by 9pm. Please keep this in mind when planning your visit.
Do you cater for large group bookings?
Yes, we cater for parties of almost any size. Just ring us in advance to discuss availability — a couple of weeks notice is appreciated, especially for Friday and Saturday dates.
Do you have Wi-Fi?
Yes, Lanigan's has Wi-Fi available for customers. Just ask any member of staff for the password.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all payment methods — cash, card, and contactless.