The Oarsman

Pub

#1 of 135 Private Dining venues in Dublin
#1 of 135 Birthday Dinner venues in Dublin
  6 reviews  – 
Bridge Street, Dublin 4, D04 N294 –
South-East Inner City, Dublin
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Chris Rochford
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Spaces for hire at The Oarsman

Tunneys Room
Function Room
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Semi-private area
30 seats
40 standing
The room is named after Tunney's Bar which The Oarsman was called in Joyce's Ulysses. Accommodating up to 30 guests, this semi-private space is perfect for birthday parties, family gatherings, after-work drinks or corporate events. The room is both relaxed and stylish

Alcohol licence until 0:30
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Cellar Bar
Function Room
·
Private space
50 seats
60 standing
The Cellar Bar is a Function Room in The Oarsman that presents an intimate, low-ceilinged interior defined by exposed brick and compact seating. Design: The room pairs exposed brick walls and low ceilings with warm wall-mounted lighting for a compact, informal pub interior. The space uses solid timber tables, upholstered chairs and framed prints t...

Alcohol licence until 0:30
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Main Bar
Bar
·
Shared space
80 standing
Main Bar, a Bar in The Oarsman, is a compact pub-style space defined by a close-knit seating layout around small tables. Design: The Main Bar uses dark timber floors, exposed brick walls and framed mirrors, paired with buttoned red leather banquettes, wooden round tables and high stools under warm, low-level lighting. Features: The Main Bar inclu...

Alcohol licence until 0:30
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Reviews and ratings

5.0
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
2 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Communication
5.0
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Hanny G.
Verified review
Private Dining · 30 guests · September 2026 · Cellar Bar
We loves the private room with a small scene and enough space for 30 people. We also got help downstairs with our own «private» bar, which was very nice. The kitchen was easy to communicate to and we got the help if needed!!
5.0
CF
Celine F.
Verified review
Event Space · 20 guests · January 2026 · Tunneys Room
Very spacious and clean location. Loved the interior decorations. Also appreciated that it was its own closed door space. Chris was very responsive and easy to work with. Great experience overall, would highly recommend this pub!!
5.0
HG
Hanny G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Chris was friendly and very helpful throughout the booking as well! We would definitely recommend this venue!
5.0
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Orla B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Cellar Bar
16:00 – 23:30
from €1000 min. spend
Tunneys Room
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Main Bar
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Wednesday
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Cellar Bar
16:00 – 23:30
from €1000 min. spend
Tunneys Room
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Main Bar
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Thursday
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Cellar Bar
16:00 – 23:30
from €1000 min. spend
Tunneys Room
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Main Bar
16:00 – 23:30
from €15 per person
Friday
16:00 – 0:30
from €15 per person
Cellar Bar
16:00 – 0:30
from €1000 min. spend
Tunneys Room
16:00 – 0:30
from €15 per person
Main Bar
16:00 – 0:30
from €15 per person
Saturday
12:00 – 0:30
from €15 per person
Cellar Bar
12:00 – 0:30
from €1000 min. spend
Tunneys Room
12:00 – 0:30
from €15 per person
Main Bar
12:00 – 0:30
from €15 per person
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from €15 per person
Cellar Bar
12:00 – 23:00
from €1000 min. spend
Tunneys Room
12:00 – 23:00
from €15 per person
Main Bar
12:00 – 23:00
from €15 per person

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 80
standing
Up to 50
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Oarsman

The Oarsman is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Freshly refurbished and steeped in local character, The Oarsman is a true authentic Georgian Dublin pub. Nestled in the heart of Ringsend, we offer a warm welcome, a perfect pint, and a great time —every time.
Whether you're dropping in for a quiet one, planning a birthday bash, a corporate event, catching a gig at the nearby 3Arena or going to the Aviva.

Usually booked for
Private Dining

Typically for 20-25 guests and costs about €1,200.


"We loves the private room with a small scene and enough space for 30 people."

- Hanny G. Sep 2026

FAQ

Yes, there is no problem bringing children.

Yes, bringing your own cake is allowed.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At The Oarsman, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Oarsman:

  • Tunneys Room hosting 25 guests: €150
  • Cellar Bar hosting 30 guests: €1376.48

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Oarsman is located at Bridge Street, in South-East Inner City, Dublin.

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