Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in Dublin

Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average €37 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Whole Venue at Zambrero Hatch Street in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The place was perfect very accessible and private. Safe for children.’

• Indoor Garden at Marlin Hotel in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Everything. The space was amazing, the food was really good, and all the servers where always ready to help...’

• The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘The team made sure our guests had drinks and food at all times without being intrusive.’

You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Dublin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

These are the venues within 600 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Library - Private area at Ruby Molly Hotel & Bar on 26 - 33 Arran Street East - 250 m from centre.
  Venue said: Designed with Ruby’s urban Lean Luxury vibe, it combines cosy character with modern functionality. The space accommodates up to 13 guests seated or standing and comes with Ruby Radio as background music.
• The Vault at The Exchange Bar & Restaurant on Lord Edward Street Temple Bar - 450 m from centre.
  Venue said: What guests say: The Vault reflects the venue's music-themed, characterful decor noted in visitor feedback.
• Main Restaurant Area at Kathmandu Kitchen - Dublin on 18 Dame Street - 600 m from centre.
  Venue said: Ideal for: Groups of friends or colleagues seeking relaxed, seated dinners or informal, social receptions. What sets it apart: The room permits private music and allows hosts to bring their own DJ, enabling a bespoke audio...

Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 55 guests seated. Here are some great options in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Xavier's Bar at F.X. Buckley, Pembroke Street - cocktail bar for 30 guests
  Venue said: Xavier's Bar is a small, upscale cocktail bar tucked beside the well-known F.X. Buckley Pembroke Street steakhouse in central Dublin. It’s set inside a restored Georgian townhouse, and the vibe leans deliberately classic...

• Upstairs Small Room at I Monelli - event space for 15 guests
  Venue said: Upstairs Small Room is a private dining room in a restaurant (Event Space in I Monelli) defined by a long central communal table that organises the compact, intimate space.

• Whole Venue at The Little Kitchen - restaurant for 44 guests
  Venue said: The Little Kitchen is an Irish restaurant in the Ranelagh area. The venue can be hired for intimate private events, including baby showers, wedding receptions, birthday evenings, business lunches, functions, and more.

Cheap afternoon tea venues in Dublin start from €500 hire fee per day or €15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Whole Venue at Zambrero Hatch Street, from €500 hire fee per day (up to 60 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘Fredrico was very helpful and attentive. Brilliant whole venue party at great value.’

• The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard, from €19 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The team made sure our guests had drinks and food at all times without being intrusive.’

• Entire Venue at Yibu by Janet, from €500 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests seated)
  Venue said: Private dining and celebratory meals, after-work cocktail receptions, and weekend brunch events. Dublin city centre places the venue in the middle of the city's dining and nightlife cluster, giving guests nearby options to...