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The Merchant's Arch

Pub

#2 of 124 Bar venues in Dublin
#5 of 137 Drinks Reception venues in Dublin
  12 reviews  – 
Wellington Quay 48-49, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 EY65 –
Temple Bar, Dublin
From €23
per person
Up to 185
seats
Up to 300
standing
Venue offers catering
Irish
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Listed 1821 Merchant Guild Hall in Dublin's lively Temple Bar, with traditional Irish fare, live music, and vibrant Irish dance parties. Great for festive celebrations with music and dancing.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at The Merchant's Arch

Private Event Space at The Merchant's Arch

Private Event Space
Event Space
·
Private space
150 seats
190 standing
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...
Alcohol licence until 2:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from €23 per person
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago
Enquire now
Entire Space at The Merchant's Arch

Entire Space
Pub
·
Whole venue
185 seats
300 standing
Embrace the lively atmosphere at Merchants Arch Bar & Restaurant, your premier destination in Temple Bar, Dublin. Our spacious pub welcomes up to 300 guests, making it the ideal venue for both formal and informal celebrations.
Alcohol licence until 2:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from €23 per person
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Set Menu – Entire Space – Private Event 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
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

5.0
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
1 recent guest highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.9

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EM
Emily M.
Verified review
Event Space · 100 guests · June 2026 · Entire Space

I don't have enough good things to say about The Merchant's Arch. I rented the event room upstairs for part of my wedding festivities and was SO pleased with how everything turned out. There was no request that was too big, and their help and guidance from afar was amazing. The location of The Merchant's Arch is perfect, right in the heart of temple bar. The staff at The Merchant's Arch treats you like family. The food is so good, we came back even after our event. We had live music streamed in from downstairs, and a slide show of photos playing on their projector screen and all the TVs. Everything was magical and the perfect kick off to our wedding. I can't wait to visit again.

5.0
SG
Sabrina G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
PM
Patrick M.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
AB
Abigail B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Private Event Space
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Entire Space
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Private Event Space
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Entire Space
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Private Event Space
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Entire Space
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Thursday
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Private Event Space
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Entire Space
9:00 – 0:30
from €23 per person
Friday
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Private Event Space
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Entire Space
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Saturday
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Private Event Space
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Entire Space
9:00 – 2:30
from €23 per person
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from €23 per person
Private Event Space
9:00 – 0:00
from €23 per person
Entire Space
9:00 – 0:00
from €23 per person
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 4 verified users

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 300
standing
Up to 185
seats
In-house catering
Irish
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Merchant's Arch

The Merchant's Arch is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Right by the Ha’penny Bridge in the heart of Temple Bar, The Merchant’s Arch is a proper Irish bar and restaurant set across four levels. We’re known for our live trad music, great food, and warm atmosphere.

Upstairs, our restaurant offers a full à la carte menu with mains starting from €23. It’s a bright, relaxed space that can seat up to 140 people or host 180 standing. It’s ideal for private and semi-private events — whether it’s a birthday, wedding celebration, civil ceremony, corporate night out, or just a good reason to get people together.

A diverse menu that caters to all tastes to include Traditional Irish Classics, our commitment to culinary excellence ensures a memorable dining experience for all. From succulent steaks to delectable pies and fresh salads, our All-Day Menu offers something for everyone.

We’ve got all the essentials covered — a full bar, WiFi, accessible toilets, air conditioning, ground-level access, and live music every day. The venue is wheelchair friendly and alcohol is served to guests aged 21 and over.

We’re not a big chain — we’re local, lively, and real. If you want a venue with atmosphere, friendly staff, and a proper Dublin feel, we’d love to have you.

FAQ

Yes, catering can be provided. Please advise whether you would prefer a sit-down meal or lunch and drinks.

Yes, children are permitted when the restaurant venue is privately hired, but they must remain in the restaurant venue under the supervision of a responsible adult at all times.

No, the venue is not fully wheelchair accessible; the main bar entrance is wheelchair accessible (with one step up to the bar), but the restaurant is only accessible via stairs and lifts cannot be installed.

We can offer tables in the top-floor restaurant, where there is only background music during dinner.

At The Merchant's Arch, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Merchant's Arch:

  • Private Event Space hosting 50 guests: €5000
  • Entire Space hosting 60 guests: €1820

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

The Merchant's Arch is located at Wellington Quay 48-49, in Temple Bar, Dublin.

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