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The Terrace at Butler House & Garden

Outdoor Dining in the Heart of Kilkenny

The Terrace at Butler House offers a relaxed outdoor setting where visitors and house guests can pause for coffee in the morning sunshine, enjoy a leisurely lunch overlooking the Georgian Walled Garden or settle into a calm early evening away from the bustle of the city streets. With views towards Kilkenny Castle and surrounded by seasonal colour in the garden, it is a naturally elegant place to spend time during a summer visit to Kilkenny.

Serving Daily from 11 am

 

Barista Coffees and Teas

Enjoy a morning coffee or tea served with a homemade mini shortbread, a gentle way to begin your visit to Butler House & Garden or to pause after exploring the medieval streets or Kilkenny Castle and its surrounding parklands in the heart of Kilkenny City.

 

Cream Tea

Served from 11 am until 9 pm. A favourite summer treat and the perfect excuse to linger a little longer in the garden surroundings at Butler House.

  • A plain and a fruit scone
  • Homemade strawberry jam and fresh cream
  • Served with your choice of tea or barista coffee

€10.50 per person

View: Cream Tea Menu

 

Lunch on The Terrace

Served from 12 noon until 3 pm. Ideal for a light lunch in Kilkenny City between exploring Kilkenny’s medieval streets or visiting the nearby Castle Yard Craft Studios.

Choose from a relaxed selection of freshly prepared favourites: 

  • Caprese Salad
  • Chicken Caesar Salad
  • Toasted Sandwich
  • Soup with Brown Bread
  • Pastrami Focaccia
  • Cajun Chicken Sourdough
  • Steak Sandwich
  • Fish and Chips

View: Lunch Menu

 

Afternoon and Evening Menu on The Terrace

Served from 3 pm until 9 pm. Perfect after a walk through the Kilkenny Castle grounds or before enjoying an evening in the city.

As the day moves gently into evening, The Terrace remains open for relaxed dining with comforting seasonal choices, including: 

  • Beef and Guinness Hot Pot
  • Irish Cheese Plate
  • Selection of Dips
  • Soup and Toastie

 View: Lunch Menu  Evening Menu

 

Drinks and Nibbles

Served until 11 pm

A full selection of wines, beers, and drinks from our Garden View Bar is available throughout the evening, alongside light nibbles, including olives and sharing bites, ideal for enjoying long summer evenings outdoors in the historic garden setting at Butler House & Garden beside Kilkenny Castle.

 

Private Summer Parties on The Garden Terrace

Summer evenings at Butler House also offer a beautiful setting for private celebrations, client gatherings, and small-group events in Kilkenny City. The Garden Terrace provides a relaxed outdoor space overlooking the manicured gardens within the castle walls, ideal for informal entertaining while enjoying the atmosphere of the Georgian garden.

Options include:

• Drinks and Bites from €22 per person

• Sit-down Menus and BBQ Evenings from €49 per person

Whether planning a team evening, a family celebration or a relaxed gathering with friends, the Butler House events team will help create a memorable occasion in our beautiful garden setting.

   

Opening Hours:

Served daily from 11 am

 

Whether you are visiting Kilkenny Castle, exploring the Castle Yard Craft Studios, or simply looking for a peaceful place to enjoy outdoor dining in Kilkenny City, The Terrace at Butler House offers a relaxed garden setting in the heart of Kilkeny's historic centre.

 

For questions or more information, contact us at:

Call: 056 7722828
Email: res@butler.ie

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you dine at Butler House if you are not staying overnight?

Yes, visitors are very welcome to enjoy dining at Butler House. Guests can call in for Cream Tea, lunch in the Garden View Room, or outdoor dining on The Terrace during the summer months. No overnight stay is required and reservations are not necessary for daytime dining.

 

Is there outdoor dining available at Butler House in Kilkenny?

Yes, during the summer season, guests can enjoy outdoor dining on The Terrace at Butler House, located within the Georgian Walled Garden beside Kilkenny Castle. Barista coffees, Cream Tea, lunch and evening dishes can all be enjoyed in this relaxed garden setting.

 

What dining options are available at Butler House during the day?

Butler House offers several daytime dining experiences, including a Full Irish Breakfast for house guests, Cream Tea served daily from 11 am, lunch from 12 noon to 3 pm in the Garden View Room, and seasonal afternoon and evening dishes served until later in the evening. Drinks from the House Bar are also available daily.

 

Does Butler House have a bar?

Yes. We have a well-stocked bar. The Garden View Bar serves drinks daily, including seasonal cocktails and locally produced spirits such as Ballykeeffe Gin.

 

Does Butler House cater for vegans?

Yes, we offer a full vegan breakfast menu.