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Footlights by the River

The Square, Inistioge, Ireland
086 3619411
Ranked #2 of 3 restaurants in Inistioge
4.0 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Price range: INR345 - INR1,085
Cuisines: Bistro
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Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
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13 reviews from our community

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maryanne p
Kilkenny, Ireland
Contributor
14 reviews
9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

ate there not so long ago it was ok nothing great. the deserts were good but lunch a bit basic More

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Jicar
Beloit, Wisconsin
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011

Very nice casual cafe -- we shared a pizza and chips and lemonade. Justin was baking apple crumble while we were there and we ordered one to go. Very tasty. Justin was as nice as can be and entertained us with travel stories of his own. We would have eaten there multiple times but couldn't manage to catch it open... More

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Michael R
Watford, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Myself and my partner were holidaying in Kilkenny and happened upon the stunning village of Inistioge, we found this charming restaurant facing the river and decided to pop in for dinner before going back to Kilkenny. The Staff working were funny and entertaining and full off stories about the village and it's people. I had the fish and chips and... More

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Jamesfrancisb
Waterford, Ireland
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2011

We ordered coffees and scones with our two year old three days ago. When we took out some of the childs food- some crackers and cheese and a smoothie- prepared by her mother earlier in the day, food we would be certain she would eat, the owner/manager came over and scowled at the childs food. We asked if he wouldnt... More

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phoodiethethird
London, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We were staying in Inistioge and following a walk in Woodstock Gardens (which is an absolute must for all visitors, walk in by the river and up to the gardens and then back towards the main gates and drop down to the village via the Lady's walk). We went to Footlights for lunch on a sunny day and sat outside... More

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bhare
Dallas, Texas
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15 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2010
1
person found this review helpful

Good choices for relaxing lunch at riverside......spectacular views....local atmosphere.....near center of small town of Inistioge (two blocks away).....beauitful walks and trails to pursue after lunch either along the river or in the foothills/gardens around the town...."must stop" place More

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AussieEssem
Adelaide, Australia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2010

I had booked a table at Footlights and wasn't sure what time we would get there as we were travelling to Ireland on the ferry into Rosslare. Justin by email had told me he would reserve a table and not to worry about the time. Well we were the only ones there for quite some time and as well as... More

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Hula2
USA
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 June 2010
1
person found this review helpful

Wonderful service, tasty food and beautiful setting of Inistioge by the river...what more can one ask for? Highly recommend a visit to Inistioge and this restaurant. The staff were so friendly/helpful and the manager (or perhaps he was the owner) excellent. A kid-friendly menu as well...pizzas, burgers and chips (one of the best chips I have had). If you are... More

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liznotrump
San Francisco Bay Area
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2010
1
person found this review helpful

Absolutely love this place, the food is fantastic, especially the soups and desserts. The owner is so obliging and helpful. One of my favourite places !!! More

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Jetsetter300
Toronto
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3 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2010
1
person found this review helpful

We stopped in Inistioge for a warm drink and a snack and happened upon this little cafe. It has a nice cozy atmosphere and is in a great setting right next to the river. We had tea and hot chocolate and some very tasty freshly made chips. Our server was really friendly and had a great sense of humor. Definitely... More

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