The Black Cat Cafe Kilkenny
A unique rooftop cafe in Kilkenny offering stunning city views, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere.
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The Black Cat Cafe Kilkenny
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A unique rooftop cafe in Kilkenny offering stunning city views, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Avoid kitchen closing times and potential waits by visiting during less busy periods.
Ascend with Ease
Use the lift for convenient access to the rooftop cafe if escalators are not preferred.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Cafe
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+353 89 480 7010
Address
Parliament St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 X8NN, Ireland
Website
theblackcat.ie/Highlights
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Rooftop Views
Dine with a view! Enjoy Kilkenny's cityscape from this unique rooftop terrace atop Intersport Elverys.
Generous Portions, Fair Prices
Savor delicious meals with ample portions at prices that offer great value for money.
Warm & Welcoming Staff
Experience friendly and efficient service that makes you feel right at home.
Plans like a pro.
Thinks like you
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Visit Off-Peak Hours
Avoid kitchen closing times and potential waits by visiting during less busy periods.
Ascend with Ease
Use the lift for convenient access to the rooftop cafe if escalators are not preferred.
Praise for Cappuccino
Don't miss the cappuccino, which customers rave about as one of the best they've had.
Check Street-Level Prices
Prices may be higher on the rooftop menu compared to any advertised on street level.
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Visit Off-Peak Hours
Avoid kitchen closing times and potential waits by visiting during less busy periods.
Ascend with Ease
Use the lift for convenient access to the rooftop cafe if escalators are not preferred.
Praise for Cappuccino
Don't miss the cappuccino, which customers rave about as one of the best they've had.
Check Street-Level Prices
Prices may be higher on the rooftop menu compared to any advertised on street level.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Black Cat Cafe garners mixed reviews. Many praise its delicious food, generous portions, fair prices, and the stunning rooftop views. Positive feedback often highlights the friendly and quick service. However, a significant number of reviews point to exceptionally poor and unprofessional staff behavior, with some experiencing incorrect orders and disrespectful treatment. Despite these issues, the cafe remains a popular spot for its ambiance and food quality.
"Such a good cafe and restaurant, our lunch was perfect and the coffee very good, the staff very friendly and fast and the prices very affordable! I highly recommend it!"
Anna
"Hard to know where to begin.
So I will start by saying that:
The staff in this place (excluding the manageress) have an absolute disgusting manner and bad attitude in general.
Customer skills are almost practically non existent.
The 2 female waitresses (1 Romanian, 1 Irish ) on the floor should honestly just quit working in hospitality altogether.
Because they just haven't a clue how to deal with customers properly, professionally, and in an appropriate way.
Avoid this place altogether if you do not wish to deal with an environment that is permeated with bad manners, insincerity, and a hostile environment where staff are concerned."
Happynappy
"Had a fabulous light lunch on the patio area.
Signature steak sandwich, coffee and pear and almond scone.
Can only say good things about the waitresses - jovial and patient.
Food was excellent, pricing good and arrived promptly.
A great little cafe above the strip so quiet and secluded with a lovely atmosphere.
Coffee- flat white 8.5/10 - very good.
A nice place to rest your legs after visiting the Castle or climbing St Canice’s tower."
Raymond Smith
What People Like
What People Dislike
Frequently Asked Questions
It's situated on a unique rooftop terrace on top of Intersport Elverys, offering lovely views of Kilkenny's cityscape.
Many diners find the food to be delicious with generous portions at fair prices, offering good value for money.
Reviews are mixed, with some praising warm and welcoming staff providing quick service, while others report unprofessional and rude behavior.
Yes, the cafe is accessible via escalators or a lift within the Intersport Elverys building.
Customers often recommend the cappuccino, steak sandwich, and Caesar salad.
It's advised to visit during off-peak hours to avoid kitchen closing times and to note that rooftop prices might be higher than street-level menus.
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