Our group of 6 had a terrific evening at Lanigan's Bar. The Irish dishes we ordered (Cottage Pie, Beef Stew) were tasty. The live band played high quality traditional Irish Music that made us feel like singing along. And the service was friendly. Recommended! read more

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Rather disappointing experience, stopped in for lunch on our first day in Kilkenny and ordered a pint and club sandwich. Sandwich was pretty generic, piece of ham and some small chunks of chicken and bacon with tomato on white bread though soup that came with it was good. Then sat at table for quite some time with an empty plate and glass and couldn't get anyone to come over even though they were barely occupied. I finally went up to the bar and ordered another pint and they were nice enough to deliver it to the table. Don't even get me started on trying to get the check to close out our bill so we could move along! read more

Very welcoming space during the middle of the day. We ordered a BLT with side salad and a bowl of soup. Both were good. Irish music in the background was nice, but the large screen TV was a tad distracting. Service was good. read more

Delicious food and a great atmosphere. Enjoyed my cottage pie and husband thought his Guinness Stew was not what he expected. He preferred my cottage pie over his dish. Friendly atmosphere and good food. read more

Good food and service. We had a party of 12 and Our bill could not be split - Quite an ordeal but finally Settled. read more

We stopped in because the tourist office suggested we go watch the Irish Dancing Mon - Thursday. The pub is very nice but not the old world feel that most have. It seems to have been turned into one of the more modern Gastro/bistro pubs with neon lighting and large open spaces. It does however, work well for live music and dancing. Ger Hayes and the Irish Dancing are why this is 5 stars, as honestly I think without him it would be a solid 3. As an aside we stopped in again the following day for a quick cuppa and the warmth and friendliness we have found in all of the other places was sadly, missing. Back to the Irish dancing... Ger Hayes talent is hard to believe. His feet move with lightning speed and accuracy. It is mind boggling that we get to see him, right there in person, so close he could trip over your feet. This talented man has toured with Riverdance, Lord of the Dance and was choreographer for Celtic Legends. To think stateside, folks pay through the nose to see this kind of show and talent on a stage and from a distance when we were able to enjoy it, for the cost of a few drinks right in front of our noses. Unbelievable. A huge shout out to the band too. They were a fun, lively, accompaniment to Ger Hayes and played all evening with no break or let up! Super professional as well as a great sound. I believe this should be on everybody's 'Must Do' list. read more

We stopped in Lanigan's per suggestions from others that had visited Kilkenny. We sat at the bar, as all the tables were taken. It was early evening. Ordered a Guiness and a Bulmer's Irish Cider. First experience having a cider served with a glass of ice, but I am here to learn new things, so I will drink my ice cold cider over ice. The menu was nice, and offered a lot, a lot more than just "bar" food that you are used to in the states. I opted for the fish and chips, my husband the curry. This curry at Lanigan's Bar is by far the best curry we had during our vacation!! The bartender was so friendly! It died down a little, and he talked to us a lot about different things. 80's music was rocking, there was a huge screen with a soccer game playing. About 8:3/9:00 PM, the pub cleared out! The DJ started to set up, and eventually was playing more dance/club music. Our bartender told us that this is when the younger crowd starts to flow in. Also educated us on Kilkenny being a tourist town for local Irish people for birthday trips and bachelor/bachelorette parties. Restrooms were super clean. The wait staff was attendant and observant. Wished we had more time in Kilkenny so we could've come by more than just once. read more

Not the first time i've enjoyed a good night in this bar as i was reminded when i went to post this review. it is absolutely without a doubt the best bar in Kilkenny and its the staff that make it that good. we were in here for a birthday party on a Monday night and it was so good we spent most of the Tuesday in here too. has to be your first and last stop on any visit to Kilkenny!!! read more

If you want plain ole tap water go to Zuni's just up the street. The price is FREE. You can ask for tap water here and the server brings you bottled water stating "He doesn't want you to Trip Advisor them because you got sick from drinking the water." I think it is just a way to add to the bottom line ($$$$). When asked about the ice in the glass his story was "That is different water and filtered several times." I am afraid I am going to drown in the BS. This is NOT listed as a Rick Steves' restaurant of choice, but Zuni's is mentioned and clearly the availability of quality the drinking water for FREE could be a good reason. read more

Lanigans Bar - Pubs Near Me - Kilkenny, KK

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Almost embarrassed to say we were drunkenly stumbling back to our hotel when we heard (more) live music coming from inside the pub...we go inside and HELL YES! two really good musicians banging away at some Steve Earle. Next move, grab a Guinness (and a Kopparberg cider for the lady) and take a seat. Once the duo found out we were from the States they played me some Elvis and Springsteen. Beer + Friendly Pub + Wife + Springsteen + Ireland = Trip made. So we stayed for an hour longer and had a wonderful time. Hell of a pub guys! read more

Popped in here for lunch one day on a road trip from Dublin. The staff were welcoming and friendly. I chose the bacon and cabbage which came with mash potato and chips. That's a lot of potato! Overall the food was fine. Average pub grub and priced fairly. read more

Friendly staff and good atmosphere. They gave us a some good advice on how to save money (food and drinks are expensive)!! Amazing drinks, and I normally do not like any alcohol drinks! If you find yourself in Kilkenny - there is numerous pubs - id stop by here for sure! read more

Live music, Irish Step dancers and the BEST fish Chowder I EVER ate at this happening Kilkenny Pub ! The owner PJ is kind considerate and funny as hell ! Stop by and have a pint and something to eat !!.....The fish and chips and Sheppards Pie were off the hook too !!!! read more

Dropped in for dinner with my husband after touring the town: nachos (so-so... Super spicy and the guacamole was a little... Off...), leek and potato soup (AMAZING), and the steak ciabotta (). Service was a little slow because only one server was working, but the Guinness was cold! Live music tonight was great! A good place to spend a couple hours on a Tuesday night. read more

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Stopped in at Lanigans on Saturday afternoon after arriving in Kilkenny for lunch before we went shopping. We ordered a club sandwich, 2 chicken paninis and a bar food basket (chips goujons sausages etc). My dad requested that his sandwich not have any side of coleslaw and the waiter said "sure the women will eat it" to which my dad asked again that it not be there (he hates mayonnaise). When it eventually came (20 mins after ordering) it was cold. the toasted club sandwich was similar to someone taking some toast and putting in fillings from the fridge. The paninis were the same. I didn't try the bar basket as my sister referred to it as horrible and greasy. Atmosphere and drinks - grand spot. Sadly the food needs a lot of work. read more

Stopped off here on a short stop in Kilkenny on our tour of Ireland. We got the fish and chips, which was large portion, very tasty, and enough for two people and reasonably priced at 10 euros. Pints were also good here. They also have a tv in here that's the full size of a wall as well, I imagine excellent for watching sports. I would definitely stop here in the future if we happened to be coming by again. read more

Lanigans hostel: Booked 7 places in a room for 10 and they put me in a room for 14. Staff not helpful and no plugs in the bedroom. Choose another hostel. The bar is not better, one was here and they took my group out of the table to put another group, even if with no reserved signs on the table. read more

Friendly staff and huge TV screen, unfortunately the Smithwicks wasn't great. Decor is quite hipster. Location is central

This place has your typical pub food it was good but not great. Don't get the pasta but the burgers were delicious. I would suggest coming here a little later because the best part about this place was when the music and dancing started. It was an awesome vibe once this started. read more

The husband and I were on a driving tour of Ireland and spent a night in Kilkenny. When walking to dinner we were invited by a pretty red headed lass to return here later for Irish dancing and no cover!! We took her up on it and we're very entertained by 2 Irish dancers and a great two piece band. The band did covers of Old Crow Medicine Show's Wagon Wheel and Steve Earle's Galway Girl, as well as, some great Irish toons. Great time!! read more

Really good food and excellent service. The Irish stew was really well flavored and the lamb was tender and moist. Fish and Chips really fresh and tasty. Great Guinness. read more

Just happened to be strolling by beautiful Kilkenny and stumbled upon this location, excellent food and good selection of beers, fast service, very spacious. They have a real big large screen television taking up most of the wall, looks good read more

We're on holliday here from America, and we just happened to stumble upon this place our first night in Dublin. We thought we'd have a beer or two and head back to our room - instead, we wound up spending the better part of 3 hours there, talking to Kate and Killian behind the bar. They were so lovely! And they were so helpful with suggestions on Dublin activities, what kinds of whiskey to try, and Irish history you don't read much about in wiki articles. We had such a nice time we went back the second night, too, and had just as wonderful a time as the first. They turned an ordinary pub night into an experience we'll remember and treasure for years. I cannot recommend this place enough. read more

Did St pattys day here. Great time with a good band and lively crowd. Seemed to be the place to be in Kilkenny

One of the friendliest pubs in Kilkenny .. Two tiers, and reasonably priced drinks .. The owner gave me a hurling stick, merely for showing an interest in the sport .. Nice place :) read more