Private Event Space at The Merchant's Arch

Event Space in a Pub
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Private space
Wellington Quay 48-49, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 EY65
Temple Bar, Dublin

About this space

Step into a magical setting for your Wedding Welcome Reception, Wedding Day Celebrations, Day-Two Gatherings, Corporate Events, or Christmas Festivities at The Merchant's Arch.
A renowned Dublin landmark and Temple Bar's finest traditional Irish Bar & Restaurant. Celebrated for its hearty food, great pints, live music, and over 200 years of history dating back to 1821. This Georgian structure was designed and built by Frederick Darley, the distinguished architect who also co-designed Trinity College, beside the iconic Ha'penny Bridge, overlooking the River Liffey.

Our 2,000 sq ft restaurant venue is available for private hire, accommodating up to 150 seated guests or 190 for a cocktail-style celebration. It includes its own fully serviced bar, fully equipped kitchen, and private bathrooms.

Our food is cooked fresh to plate using only the finest locally sourced produce.

Our experienced events team works closely with every client to create a bespoke celebration that feels personal and uniquely yours.

For groups of up to 40 guests, our semi-private Mezzanine offers its own dedicated space overlooking the main bar, ideal for Christmas lunches, team celebrations, and festive get-togethers.

A great event should feel special, and it should also feel effortless. That's exactly what we aim to deliver.

Highlights:

• Private event space for up to 150 seated / 190 cocktail-style, plus a semi-private Mezzanine for up to 40
• Historic building dating back to 1821
• 2,000 sq ft Restaurant venue, own bar, kitchen & private bathrooms
• River Liffey & Ha'penny Bridge views
• Buffet, finger food, canapés & sit-down dining, with two- and three-course menu options
• Bespoke menus available to suit any budget, priced per person
• Entertainment options available on request
• Dedicated event support from planning through to the day


Offers and packages

Menus


Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas by the Ha'penny Bridge with a three-course festive set menu; dietary needs catered.
Christmas Set Menu – Entire Space
€69.95 per person
• Three-course Christmas set menu
• Dietary requirements catered for on request

STARTERS
1. Soup of the day
2. Deep-fried brie
3. Pan-fried prawns
4. Creamy garlic mushrooms

MAINS
1. Turkey and ham
2. 10oz rib-eye steak
3. Pan-fried chicken supreme
4. Pan-fried salmon
5. Vegetarian linguine

DESSERTS
1. Strawberry & kiwi pavlova
2. White chocolate cheesecake
3. Warm apple crumble
4. Christmas pudding

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Per session
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Alcohol licence until 2:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Per session
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Alcohol licence until 2:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Per session
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Alcohol licence until 2:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Per session
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Alcohol licence until 2:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Per session
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Alcohol licence until 2:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Per session
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Alcohol licence until 2:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from €23 per person
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from €23 per person
Alcohol licence until 2:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

Standing
up to 190
Dining
up to 150
Theatre
up to 60
Boardroom
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 40
U-Shaped
up to 60
Classroom
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Irish cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence

Age policy

Guest under 21 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult after 19:00

Host rules

No smoking in the building.


Reviews and ratings

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AK
Ami K.
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Pleasant communication
4.0
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Cineworld D.
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Excellent communication
5.0
DM
Dean M.
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Excellent communication
5.0
LB
Laura B.
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Excellent communication
5.0

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