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Top Christmas Dinner Venues in Dublin
Trying to decide where to go for Christmas dinner in Dublin? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Venues in Dublin start advertising Christmas dinner around end-November, so it’s best to get started. Whether you’re thinking of a traditional sit down in Dublin city centre or something more modern further out in Ranelagh or Ballsbridge, we are here to help. Tagvenue’s smart filters will help narrow down your search among the many Christmas dinner venues listed on our site. Start your search today! After all, Christmas comes but once a year - so make it a good one!
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![Lab8 Speakeasy at Stillgarden Distillery in Dublin]()
from €30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLab8 Speakeasy
70 guestsStillgarden DistilleryDublinMMarvella E.
“I couldn’t have asked for a better venue and group of people to work with for my event.” -
![None the Wiser at Hawksmoor in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNone the Wiser
18 guestsHawksmoorDublin City CentrePPablo L.
“The room was magnificent. The food very good quality.” -
![Shaw Room at Harcourt Bar & Garden in Dublin City Centre]()
from €450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityShaw Room
31 guestsHarcourt Bar & GardenDublin City CentreFFlorence D.
“The communication was effieicent and the price of 300 to rent the room was effective” -
![Whole Venue at Zambrero Hatch Street in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
60 guestsZambrero Hatch StreetDublin City CentreEElena V.
“I can wholeheartedly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a special place to host an event.” -
![Asador at Lennan's Yard at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre]()
from €52
per person / per afternoonCheck availabilityAsador at Lennan's Yard
65 guestsLennan's YardDublin City CentreRRoma R.
“Everyone loved the food & the room & space had a lovely flow for the amount of people we had.” -
![Semi Private Hire at Dausie's Bar, The Bull & Castle in Dublin City Centre]()
from €30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Private Hire
40 guestsDausie's Bar, The Bull & CastleDublin City CentreAAlan F.
“The venue is gorgeous, and so were the platters of food we ordered for my 50th Birthday last Saturday.” -
![Main Dining Area at ONE - Ballsbridge Bar & Restaurant in Ballsbridge, Dublin]()
from €60
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Area
170 guestsONE - Ballsbridge Bar & RestaurantBallsbridge, DublinOur venue in Dublin 4 incorporates intimacy and modernity in our decoration and atmosphere! We offer a welcoming space for casual events and large private parties. -
![Bar One at Buskers On The Ball in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar One
150 guestsBuskers On The BallTemple Bar, DublinAAnastasia M.
“The staff was really nice and helpful, the venue is great.” -
![Scott Tallon Private Dining at BANG Restaurant in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityScott Tallon Private Dining
44 guestsBANG RestaurantDublin City CentreZZandra
“The staff were so friendly and attentive, and made the occasion really special.” -
![Restuarant & Event Space at The Merchant's Arch in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €23
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestuarant & Event Space
140 guestsThe Merchant's ArchTemple Bar, Dublin
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Merchants Arch Bar & Restaurant – Venue Overview Located in Temple Bar, Dublin, Merchants Arch Bar & Restaurant has a maximum capacity of 300 guests. -
![Gaudens Restaurant at Clayton Hotel Charlemont in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityGaudens Restaurant
100 guestsClayton Hotel CharlemontDublin City Centre
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Our Gaudens Restaurant can cater for up to 100 people for dinner. It offers a spacious and elegant setting, ideal for private dining experiences in the heart of Dublin City Centre. -
![New York Basement Bar at Meaghers O’Connell Bridge in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNew York Basement Bar
30 guestsMeaghers O’Connell BridgeDublin City CentreOur New York–style basement bar offers a unique and intimate setting that accommodates 30 guests for a sit-down dinner or up to 50 for informal gatherings, with flexible catering options ranging from two/three-course menus
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Book One of Dublin's Cheap Christmas Dinner Spaces
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“I recommend this stunning space for a private event. Without a doubt I will be back!”
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“The natural light coming through the glass made the space look stunning in photos!”
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“I’ve already recommended it to all my friends and will definitely be celebrating my birthday there again.”
Throw a Jolly Christmas Dinner at One of Dublin’s Best Hotels
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Book a Festive Restaurant for Your Christmas Dinner
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FAQs about Top Christmas Dinner Venues in Dublin
Booking costs of Christmas dinner venues average €42 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 from December 2025:
| From €25 | to €52 | per person |
| From €500 | to €4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From €300 | to €1230 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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Asador at Lennan's Yard at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Highly highly recommend as a venue for an occasion/party! We will be back x...’ -
Bar One at Buskers On The Ball in Temple Bar - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The staff was really nice and helpful, the venue is great.’ -
Whole Venue at Zambrero Hatch Street in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Venue and food and service couldn't have been better. Suitable for young and old.’
You'll find Christmas dinner 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 (December 2025):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average €450 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average €3500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average €6000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 500 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Semi Private Hire at Dausie's Bar, The Bull & Castle
on 5-7 Lord Edward Street - 400 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘The venue is gorgeous, and so were the platters of food we ordered for my 50th Birthday last Saturday.’ -
Event Space at The Exchange Bar & Restaurant
on 18 Exchange Street Upper Hard Rock Hotel Dublin - 450 m from centre.
Venue said: The atmosphere is accentuated by murals, contrasted against brick walls and a ceiling with a splash of colors and modern lighting. Diners can taste different food options in areas designed for intimacy and communal joy, from... -
Entire Venue at Beef & Lobster
on 39-40 Parliament Street - 500 m from centre.
Venue said: By day, large windows flood the room with natural light, while Edison bulbs and neon signs bring an edgy glow to evening events. Whether you're hosting a birthday dinner, a corporate gathering, or a private dining experience
If you’re looking for a more affordable option for your Christmas dinner, search for venues that operate on a minimum spend basis. With this option, you don’t have to pay a hire fee but agree to spend a set amount on food and drinks. If you’re organising a Christmas dinner for a smaller group, renting a private dining room rather than a whole venue may be a more affordable option. You can also look for venues that offer special Christmas package deals.
Dublin offers a vast range of venues and you are sure to find one that will suit your taste. If you’re a fan of historic venues, but like the comfort of the modern conveniences, Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge offers a perfect combination of the two. Another historic venue, but one that is also uniquely Irish, would be the Irish Whiskey Museum, Here you will be able to not only dine well but also enjoy the best drink that Ireland has to offer. If you would like to try something different for your Christmas dinner, try Zambrero, where the culinary experience will let you venture to Central America.
Your Guide to Hiring Christmas Dinner Venues in Dublin
Dublin is a diner’s paradise with an inventive and vibrant culinary scene that relies heavily on products locally sourced from Ireland’s farms and fisheries. You are sure to find a great Christmas dinner when you combine all of these riches with the indulgence of a delicious holiday feast.
You can find traditional Christmas dinners at many of the city’s restaurants, and the season kicks off early with establishments offering bookings starting in late November. Reservations for traditional lunches on Christmas Day will fill up early, so be sure to get your request in as soon as you can.
There are many choices for your holiday meal. Dawson Street near St Stephen’s Green is a great place to start your search, it’s a bustling and filled with restaurants such as the atmospheric local favourite The Mansion.
Hotels are also a traditional site for a Christmas Day lunch as they are always open and, in Dublin, are quite famous for their fantastic kitchens, The Merrion Hotel on Merrion Ave offers a luxurious many course lunch.
Also, consider the Marker Hotel near the Grand Canal Square and the Docklands. Clontarf Castle in the coastal suburb of Clontarf is also a great option, and offers the chance of a post lunch stroll along Dublin Bay.
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