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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]()
from €20
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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per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge & Bar
80 guests9 BelowDublin City CentreCCiara M.
“The incredible team, the delish cocktails and the overall energy at 9 Below made for a perfect party.” -
![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 CentreKKyveli L.
“The party area itself is spacious with plenty of room for a dancefloor.” -
![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 CentreRRoma R.
“Highly highly recommend as a venue for an occasion/party! We will be back x” -
![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.” -
![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!” -
![Private Space at Dausie's Bar, The Bull & Castle in Dublin City Centre]()
from €30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Space
240 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.” -
![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. -
![Bartley's Bar at Bartley's Bar and Restaurant in Dublin City Centre]()
from €100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBartley's Bar
40 guestsBartley's Bar and RestaurantDublin City CentreBartley's Bar is a trendy cocktail bar in the heart of Dublin City, located inside The Grafton. Named after the revered bar Bartley Dunne's which made its home on the hotel site up until the 1990s, Bartley's promises to honour -
![Middle Bar at 37 Dawson Street in Dublin City Centre]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMiddle Bar
40 guests37 Dawson StreetDublin City CentreCClaire S.
“Shannan was so helpful to deal with and everything went smooth on the night with helpful friendly staff” -
![None the Wiser at Hawksmoor in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNone the Wiser
18 guestsHawksmoorDublin City CentrePPablo L.
“Would highly recommend this room for private gatherings where you won't worry about disturbing other guests.”
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“Great comms before we booked and very easy to deal with. Great private room, almost felt like a secret room.”
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“The staff were so friendly and attentive, and made the occasion really special.”
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“Highly highly recommend as a venue for an occasion/party! We will be back x”
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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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“Loved everything about the night was amazing”
Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Dublin’s Bars
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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.”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Dublin
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average €32 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 May 2026:
| From €20 | to €45 | per person |
| From €500 | to €4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From €450 | to €750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 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 Wiley Fox at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The Wiley Fox is a great venue for your celebrations!’ -
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!’
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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average €500 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 100 guests | prices average €3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average €4000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 450 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Indoor Area at Christophe's Smithfield
on Bow Street - 350 m from centre.
Venue said: We offer a fully licensed bar and a wide variety of menus, with quality homemade food to suit your event. Our indoor space is ideal for large gatherings, while the heated outdoor terrace is available for BBQs. -
Private Space at Dausie's Bar, The Bull & Castle
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.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average €600 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 130 guests |
| Bar | prices average €300 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average €500 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average €500 minimum spend per event | typically between 65 and 105 guests |
| Pub | prices average €1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 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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