This place deserves to be 5 stars! Went recently to the sit down side with my wife. Previously had the takeaway and always found the chips high quality. They recently have renovated the interior and can see they spent a lot on it! It’s clean, modern and has a great atmosphere. Staff are super friendly and food was served promptly and hot. Our meal was reasonably priced, well portioned and fresh quality ingredients. The only negative I can think of is that the food needed more seasoning. Anyone used of highly salted takeaways might think the food is on the bland side - be prepared to add your own salt! Overall I was very happy and would recommend. Bonus points for having a Guinness tap
American and Fish & Chips · Kilkenny City Centre, Co. Kilkenny
Mario's Diner Kilkenny City Centre
Hours unconfirmed Typical hours shown — call ahead 4.1 on Google · 846 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 16:00 – 23:00 |
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| Tuesday | 16:00 – 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 16:00 – 23:00 |
| Thursday today | 16:00 – 23:00 |
| Friday | 16:00 – 01:00 |
| Saturday | 16:00 – 01:00 |
| Sunday | 16:00 – 23:00 |
Unconfirmed: these are typical hours for similar american and fish & chips venues in Kilkenny City Centre. Please phone ahead.
Full hours & directions3 Smithland Centre, Kilkenny City Centre, Co. Kilkenny
- CuisineAmerican and Fish & Chips
- Price€
- Phone+353 56 778 9867
- Nearest stationKilkenny MacDonagh Station · 1.5 km
- ServiceTakeaway
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Mario's Diner
Set on Smithland Centre, Mario's Diner is an American takeaway in the heart of Kilkenny City Centre, Co. Kilkenny. Think diner-style favourites with a generous hand on portions.
If you are sightseeing, Kilkenny Castle is only 1.1 km away. Arriving by train? Kilkenny MacDonagh Station is 1.5 km away, about 19 minutes on foot. Kilkenny City Centre has 182 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. It shares the spot with Doppio, which is just next door.
Facilities recorded for this venue include takeaway and wheelchair access. Diners rate it 4.1/5 on Google across 846 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning friendly staff, atmosphere and clean.
Key facts
| Cuisine | American and Fish & Chips |
|---|---|
| Type | Takeaway |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Google rating | 4.1 / 5 from 846 reviews |
| Address | 3 Smithland Centre, Kilkenny City Centre, Co. Kilkenny |
| Eircode | R95 RH27 |
| Phone | +353 56 778 9867 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Nearest station | Kilkenny MacDonagh Station (1.5 km) |
| Nearby landmark | Kilkenny Castle (1.1 km) |
| From Dublin city centre | 103 km |
| Coordinates | 52.64063, -7.24650 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Mario's Diner
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at Mario's Diner
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€8.50
Mac & Cheese
Three-cheese
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€13
BBQ Burger
Onion ring, BBQ sauce, smoked cheddar
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€8
Buffalo Wings
Hot sauce, blue cheese dip
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€10.50
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Brioche, slaw, pickles
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€7
Sausage Supper
Battered sausages and chips
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€7
Loaded Fries
Cheese sauce, bacon, scallion
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of takeaway. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for american and fish & chips venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 16:00 – 23:00
- Sunset in Kilkenny City Centre today: 19:06
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 182 places to eat in Kilkenny City Centre
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Friendly staffAtmosphereClean
Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff. Very clean. Ordered a Chicken King meal. Was good. Chips could be a little hotter and chispy chicken was more soggy than crispy. Way better than last time I was here.
Was in marios today. Have been here on numerous occasions previously and it's was good. Today I got a chicken burger and chips and it was honestly the pits! Chicken burger was skinny and miserable and topped with withered lettuce. The bacon was full of fat and the cheese was just a cheap cheese slice. Chips were soggy and curry dip was like water. I was disgusted and won't be returning again. Pity 😏
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Where is Mario's Diner?
Mario's Diner is located at 3 Smithland Centre, Kilkenny City Centre, Co. Kilkenny. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Mario's Diner?
Verified opening hours have not been published for this venue yet, so we show typical hours for similar restaurants in the area. Please phone ahead before travelling.
Does Mario's Diner do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Is Mario's Diner wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Mario's Diner?
The closest alternatives are Doppio (20 m), Primo Italian Restaurant (50 m) and Insomnia (280 m).
How is Mario's Diner rated?
Mario's Diner has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 on Google, based on 846 public reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, atmosphere and clean.
What is the nearest train station?
Kilkenny MacDonagh Station is about 1.5 km away, roughly 19 minutes on foot.
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