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What to order
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Bacon Burger
Mentioned as absolutely amazing by a reviewer, highlighting it as a standout item especially appreciated by families with kids.
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Kids Burger
Recommended as amazing by a reliable source within a review, indicating it is a popular and well-liked choice for children.
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Pasta
Praised for being piping hot and very tasty, with a generous portion that prompted an offer for takeaway, showing good quality and customer care.
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Lamb Shank
Highly recommended as it literally fell off the bone, demonstrating excellent cooking and tenderness that impressed a reviewer.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM to 12:30 AM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM to 12:30 AM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 11 PM |
About The Orchard House
The Orchard House is a bar and restaurant in Kilkenny, Ireland, with outdoor seating, dine-in, and takeout. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly and welcoming staff, the food quality, and the value, with frequent mentions of Guinness, outdoor dining, and a beer garden. It is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, and it accepts reservations. The venue also has live music, cocktails, a great beer selection, and space that works for groups and solo diners.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Rooftop seating
- Sports
- Trivia night
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Wine
Dining options
- Outside food allowed
- Seating
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked
What is The Orchard House known for?
The Orchard House is especially known for its friendly service, Guinness, and outdoor dining in Kilkenny. Reviewers also point to hearty food like fajitas, roasts, stir-fry, and burgers, with several saying the portions are plentiful and the food is fantastic.
What dishes are most recommended at The Orchard House?
Reviewers most often recommend the fajitas, roasts, stir-fry, bacon burger, and veggie fajita. The chicken wrap also came up as a missed favorite after it was removed from the menu, which suggests it had a strong following.
What is the atmosphere like at The Orchard House?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with multiple dining and drinking areas, outdoor seating, and a beer garden feel. It suits groups and families, and reviewers mention it works well for birthday lunches, evening beers, cards, and live music nights.
Is The Orchard House good value, and what is the price range?
The Orchard House is in the $$ price range, and reviewers repeatedly call the food great value. Comments about plentiful portions, good service, and meals being well worth the drive from Kilkenny city center support that it offers solid value for the price.
What should I know about visiting at night or on busy evenings?
The Orchard House has live music, bar games, sports, trivia night, and a strong beer and cocktail selection, so evenings can be lively. Reviewers mention there is no waiting at some dinners, but the place also draws groups and tourists, so reserving ahead is sensible if you want a table.
Is parking available at The Orchard House?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot is available.
Is The Orchard House kid-friendly?
Yes, The Orchard House is good for kids.
