The Terrace at Butler House
Outdoor Dining in the Heart of Kilkenny
The Terrace offers a relaxed setting where visitors and house guests can pause for coffee in the morning sunshine, enjoy a leisurely lunch overlooking the lawns, 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 11am
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 or to pause after exploring Kilkenny Castle and its surrounding parklands.
Cream Tea
Served from 11am until 9pm. A favourite summer treat and the perfect excuse to linger a little longer in the garden surroundings.
- 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 3pm. Ideal for a light lunch 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 3pm until 9pm. Perfect after a walk through the 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 11pm
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 the long summer evenings outdoors.
Opening Hours:
Served daily from 11am
For questions or more information contact us at:
Call: 056 7722828
Email: res@butler.ie
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 11am, lunch from 12 noon to 3pm 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.