Dining Out

Restaurant review: Feel like one of the family when you break bread at Arán Bistro in Kilkenny

Kilkenny diners know which side their bread is buttered on with this highly recommended brunch spot offering a family vibe and a unique menu

Arán Bistro on Barrack Street in Kilkenny: the brunch menu has 10 options including unusual dishes lik Turkish eggs and avocado toast, Filipino-style sisig eggs and a Korean chicken wrap Picture: Dylan Vaughan

Kilkenny really is a great town for food and recently I found myself completely spoiled for choice when choosing where to eat. There was one spot, though, that seemed a cut above the rest – especially based on recommendations from friends – which is why I ended up sitting down in Arán Bistro on Barrack Street earlier this month.

Arán is split into two parts on either side of the road: Arán Deli and Bakery ...