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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Dublin
Dublin’s cocktail party venues have something for every taste and occasion! Head to Temple Bar for contemporary spaces with a fun atmosphere, ideal for social gatherings. The Docklands area features lounges and pubs with stunning waterfront views for a polished setting. In Georgian Dublin, refurbished period buildings offer an elegant and stylish setting for events. Whether you’re after a rooftop bar or a speakeasy, Dublin’s cocktail party venues deliver. Start your search on Tagvenue and find the right spot!
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![First Floor at 37 Dawson Street in Dublin City Centre]()
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per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor
150 guests37 Dawson StreetDublin City CentreSSusie K.
“Really lovely professional staff- also gave us two free cocktails! Will definitely recommend!” -
![Lounge & Bar at 9 Below in Dublin City Centre]()
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80 guests9 BelowDublin City CentreCCiara M.
“The incredible team, the delish cocktails and the overall energy at 9 Below made for a perfect party.” -
![10 Fleet Street Restaurant at The Morgan Hotel in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availability10 Fleet Street Restaurant
100 guestsThe Morgan HotelTemple Bar, DublinVVeronica M.
“Timely communications while organising. Bartender are really great, the drinks and cocktails were outstanding.” -
![Main Bar & Restaurant at Barebone in Dublin City Centre]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar & Restaurant
180 guestsBareboneDublin City Centre
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CCatherine R.
“Good was lovely and cocktails are exceptional!” -
![The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre]()
from €19
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Whiskey Bar
60 guestsLennan's YardDublin City Centre
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NNiamh F.
“Food was superb, service was great and so efficient as we were a really large group. Fab cocktails.” -
![The Wiley Fox at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre]()
from €250
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Wiley Fox
160 guestsThe Sound HouseDublin City Centre
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KKyveli L.
“The party area itself is spacious with plenty of room for a dancefloor.” -
![Barney’s Bar at Harcourt Bar & Garden in Dublin City Centre]()
from €200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBarney’s Bar
48 guestsHarcourt Bar & GardenDublin City CentreSSinead F.
“Barneys Bar is the perfect venue. Staff were very helpful both before my event and on the night.” -
![Whole Venue at Zambrero Hatch Street in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
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100 guestsZambrero Hatch StreetDublin City CentreEElena V.
“I can wholeheartedly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a special place to host an event.” -
![Cocktail Bar at Buskers Bar in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
40 guestsBuskers BarTemple Bar, DublinCocktail making is an extremely popular group activity and a great ice breaker for corporate events, team building, hen and stag parties or just for a fun night out! -
![Georgian Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityGeorgian Bar
40 guestsThe Black DoorDublin City CentreCCiana J.
“Venue was perfect for my event. Staff were all so helpful and food was great!” -
![Dausie's Bar- Private at The Bull & Castle by F.X. Buckley in Dublin City Centre]()
from €30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDausie's Bar- Private
240 guestsThe Bull & Castle by F.X. BuckleyDublin City Centre
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AAlan F.
“The venue is gorgeous, and so were the platters of food we ordered for my 50th Birthday last Saturday.” -
![Cocktail Bar at Delahunt in Dublin City Centre]()
from €80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
40 guestsDelahuntDublin City CentreSearching for a private space in Dublin? Delahunt offers a Cocktail Bar with a vintage-like feel, filled with natural light and furnished with tea tables and armchairs.
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“Really lovely professional staff- also gave us two free cocktails! Will definitely recommend!”
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“The staff were so friendly and attentive, and made the occasion really special.”
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“Food was superb, service was great and so efficient as we were a really large group. Fab cocktails.”
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“The space is stunning, and lovely and private. I ordered the finger food for my guest, and it was divine.”
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“I’ve already recommended it to all my friends and will definitely be celebrating my birthday there again.”
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Drink and Dine at Dublin’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
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“The place is very nice. We were seated at the back part of Gauden's Restaurant and it was so intimate.”
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“Had my 40th birthday here recently and couldnt fault the venue.”
FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Dublin
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average €30 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 August 2026:
| From €20 | to €45 | per person |
| From €500 | to €4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From €300 | to €750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
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First Floor at 37 Dawson Street in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Really lovely professional staff- also gave us two free cocktails!’ -
The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Highly highly recommend as a venue for an occasion/party! We will be back x...’ -
10 Fleet Street Restaurant at The Morgan Hotel in Temple Bar - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Bartender are really great, the drinks and cocktails were outstanding.’
You'll find cocktail party 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 (August 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average €500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average €3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average €750 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 600 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Dausie's Bar- Private at The Bull & Castle by F.X. Buckley
on 5-7 Lord Edward Street - 400 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘It is also worth mentioning the staff were excellent and VERY attentive to our attendees on the night.’ -
The Vault at The Exchange Bar & Restaurant
on Lord Edward Street Temple Bar - 450 m from centre.
Venue said: Ideal for less formal events, celebrations and meetings. Diners can choose from party food to meeting refreshments and 3 course menus designed for intimacy and communal joy. -
Main Restaurant Area at Kathmandu Kitchen - Dublin
on 18 Dame Street - 600 m from centre.
Venue said: On site, there is a stylish bar featuring a Buddha statue, alongside a cosy dining area with patterned wallpaper, accommodating up to 60 guests seated.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average €1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 150 guests |
| Bar | prices average €300 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average €2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average €1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 105 guests |
| Pub | prices average €3000 hire fee per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
You can find a great cocktail party venue in Dublin to suit your needs. Whether you want a unique experience at a trendy atmosphere like The Glasshouse Bar or Lennan's Yard, or a stylish setting at BANG, there are options for every taste. For larger events, consider contemporary event spaces like those at Viridis Offices or spacious venues in breweries. Dublin offers a variety of spaces to bring your cocktail party to life.
If you’re planning a cocktail party, evenings—especially on weekends—are the most popular time to host your event. Many venues require a minimum spend or hire fee for evening bookings to ensure exclusivity. To secure the best spot, make sure to book well in advance, particularly for centrally-located venues.
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