The Merry Ploughboy Pub

Pub

  1 review  – 
Edmondstown Road, Rathfarnham, Dublin, D16 HK02
Edmondstown
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Venue overview

This musician-run Irish pub in Rathfarnham offers live traditional music, dancing, and hearty Irish fare in a charming, casual setting. Ideal for lively celebrations with custom music and entertainment.

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Spaces for hire at The Merry Ploughboy Pub

Traditional Room
Event Space
·
Private space
200 seats
250 standing
The Traditional Room at Merry Ploughboy Pub is a cozy and authentic Irish pub experience located in Dublin, Ireland. The room features classic Irish pub decor, with dark wood furnishings, cozy booths, and traditional Irish music memorabilia adorning the walls. Guests can enjoy a wide selection of Irish beers, whiskeys, and hearty pub fare, includ...

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

The Parlour Room
Function Room
·
Private space
70 seats
100 standing
If you're looking for a space to hold a private functions or intimate private dining, the Parlour Room would be the perfect choice. The space can host up to 100 guests cocktail-style.

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

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Communication
5.0
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Rachael T.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
The Parlour Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Traditional Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Tuesday
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
The Parlour Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Traditional Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Wednesday
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
The Parlour Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Traditional Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Thursday
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
The Parlour Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Traditional Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Friday
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
The Parlour Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Traditional Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Saturday
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
The Parlour Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Traditional Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Sunday
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
The Parlour Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 per person
Traditional Room
12:30 – 23:30
from €55 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 250
standing
Up to 200
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 Merry Ploughboy Pub

The Merry Ploughboy Pub is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

The Merry Ploughboy Pub is a traditional Irish pub run by musicians that stages live traditional music and audience-participation dancing as its central attraction.

Venue highlights: In-house catering serves classic Irish menus and accommodates vegetarian, vegan and extensive gluten-free diets, with halal and kosher options available on request. The pub provides indoor and outdoor dining with long communal seating for group dining and interactive performances, and a well-stocked bar supports receptions and late-night drinks.

Best for: Dinner-and-show evenings, organised group tours and lively social celebrations centred on live music and dancing.

Location: Rathfarnham; a suburban village neighbourhood that combines village-centre amenities and nearby green spaces, giving guests local options for post-event drinks and walks.

What guests say: The dinner-and-show experience features live traditional music and audience-participation dancing that creates an energetic evening. The in-house catering produces generous, well-prepared Irish dishes and desserts, and the service manages group seating efficiently while remaining friendly and unobtrusive.

FAQ

At The Merry Ploughboy Pub, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Free parking is available on-site

The Merry Ploughboy Pub is located at Edmondstown Road, Rathfarnham, in Edmondstown.

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