The Rafter's Gastropub

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The Rafter's Gastropub We are centrally located in the heart of Kilkenny, 2 min walk from Kilkenny Castle, serving superb food & drink in a friendly atmosphere.

If you wish to stay over after exploring beautiful Kilkenny, we offer 14 en suite bedrooms.

Live Music Lineup at Rafter’s! Mark your calendars:Sat 24 Oct, 10 pm — CrossroadsSun 25 Oct, 10 pm — Tony Coy + Paddy Dr...
24/10/2026

Live Music Lineup at Rafter’s! Mark your calendars:

Sat 24 Oct, 10 pm — Crossroads
Sun 25 Oct, 10 pm — Tony Coy + Paddy Dryer

Don’t miss it!

When you’re in Kilkenny, have a Kilkenny. 🍻✨
22/10/2026

When you’re in Kilkenny, have a Kilkenny. 🍻✨

BANK HOLIDAY OFFER 🥩🍷Steak on Stone for Two+ a complimentary bottle of house w**eAvailable: Friday 23- Monday 26 October...
21/10/2026

BANK HOLIDAY OFFER 🥩🍷

Steak on Stone for Two
+ a complimentary bottle of house w**e
Available: Friday 23- Monday 26 October

Enjoy a sizzing steak and a bottle of w**e available all bank holiday weekend at Rafter’s.

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Cosy fire and Irish coffee…the perfect autumn evening duo. ☕🍂 Stop in and get comfortable!
19/10/2026

Cosy fire and Irish coffee…the perfect autumn evening duo. ☕🍂 Stop in and get comfortable!

17/10/2026

Red, white, or both? 🍷 Come get cosy in Rafter’s this weekend!

LIVE MUSIC this Saturday night at Rafter’s Gastro Pub!Enjoy a performance by Trina Murphy on Saturday, 17th October at 1...
16/10/2026

LIVE MUSIC this Saturday night at Rafter’s Gastro Pub!

Enjoy a performance by Trina Murphy on Saturday, 17th October at 10 pm.

NEW LUNCH OFFER!Join us Monday - Friday for our lunchtime specials, with half portions available. From soup to our chef’...
15/10/2026

NEW LUNCH OFFER!

Join us Monday - Friday for our lunchtime specials, with half portions available. From soup to our chef’s fish of the day or pasta, ther’es something delicious waiting for you. Pop in and see what’s on the menu.

We are beyond thrilled to be shortlisted for not one, but TWO Kilkenny Business Awards! ✨Thank you to the Kilkenny Chamb...
14/10/2026

We are beyond thrilled to be shortlisted for not one, but TWO Kilkenny Business Awards! ✨

Thank you to the Kilkenny Chamber, and congratulations to the other finalists. We look forward to celebrating with you all next month!

11/10/2026

Cosy season is here and we’re not mad about it! 🍂🎃🤎

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4 Friary Street
Kilkenny
R95VY62

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