Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Dublin

Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Dublin

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Top Minimum Spend Venues in Dublin

Hosting a killer event in Dublin doesn’t mean you need to max out your budget. Minimum spend venues are the smart way to enjoy the best of the city’s social scene without paying for the space itself. Think of a lively evening in Temple Bar, where your spend on food and drinks covers it all, or a stylish event on Camden Street that keeps things affordable while still delivering on atmosphere. These spots offer great flexibility, meaning you can focus on the fun, not the cost. Check out Dublin’s top minimum spend venues and make your event both memorable and budget-friendly.

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Book Small Minimum Spend Venues in Dublin

The Terrace
from €150
hire fee / per session
The Terrace
45
60
The Sound House
(18)
Dublin City Centre
Terrace at a Bar
Private space
R
Rob S.
“The venue was excellently ran & all went smoothly. Mirella was very helpful and communication was great.”
Synge Suite
from €1075
minimum spend / per day
Synge Suite
40
Clayton Hotel Charlemont
(3)
Dublin City Centre
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
One of our 3 larger meeting rooms, Synge Suite is ideal for briefings, workshops, and presentations. It can host up to 40 delegates in a theatre layout.
The Carnac + The Hamilton
from €700
hire fee / per morning
The Carnac + The Hamilton
42
58
Anantara The Marker Dublin
Dublin City Centre
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
Choose our hotel with exceptional meeting and function rooms in Dublin and host successful and memorable events
Tunneys Room
from €15
per person / per session
Tunneys Room
30
40
The Oarsman
Dublin
Event Space in a Pub
Semi-private area
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
New York Basement Bar
from €500
minimum spend / per session
New York Basement Bar
30
50
Meaghers O’Connell Bridge
Dublin City Centre
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
The basement bar is fully equipped with screens and wireless microphones that make it ideal for everything from casual business meetings and team presentations to lively quiz nights, networking events, or private celebrations,
Stillgarden Terrace
from €30
per person / per session
Stillgarden Terrace
40
60
Stillgarden Distillery
(4)
Dublin
Terrace at a Bar
Private space
M
Marvella E.
“I couldn’t have asked for a better venue and group of people to work with for my event.”
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Find Affordable Minimum Spend Venues in Dublin

Beer School
from €20
per person / per session
Beer School
6
10
BrewDog Outpost Dublin
(16)
Dublin
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
The perfect space for a smaller private dinner, drinks reception or meeting of minds, our beer school zone is a semi-private space kitted out with high tables, a screen and tonnes of natural light, ready to be transformed
Restuarant & Event Space
from €23
per person / per session
Restuarant & Event Space
140
180
The Merchant's Arch
(5)
Temple Bar, Dublin
Dining Room in a Pub
Private space
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
The Hangout
from €200
hire fee / per day
The Hangout
50
60
BrewDog Outpost Dublin
(16)
Dublin
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
Our most sought after area! The views of River Liffey through the floor to ceiling windows draw you in, while the couches and lounge chairs keep you there.
The Wiley Fox
from €250
hire fee / per session
The Wiley Fox
80
160
The Sound House
(18)
Dublin City Centre
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
M
Molly O.
“The Staff at The Wiley Fox made having an event as easy as it could possibly be from start to finish.”
Atrium
from €600
minimum spend / per session
Atrium
150
Clayton Hotel Charlemont
(3)
Dublin City Centre
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Hotel
Shared space
Perfectly located in Dublin 2 and accessible from all sides of the city, Clayton Hotel Charlemont is the ideal base to host business meetings in Dublin city centre.
The Restaurant
from €2000
minimum spend / per session
The Restaurant
125
200
Harbourmaster Bar & Restaurant
Dublin City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
Our main restaurant is the heart of the Harbourmaster experience. Seating up to 200 guests, it’s a mix of modern comfort and timeless style, with an open, airy feel that still holds onto the building’s dockland roots.
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Browse Popular Bars with Minimum Spend Offers

Full Venue Hire
from €4000
hire fee / per day
Full Venue Hire
60
100
Meaghers O’Connell Bridge
Dublin City Centre
Bar
Whole venue
At Meaghers O’Connell Bridge, located at 3 Eden Quay in the heart of Dublin city centre, we offer full venue hire that includes both our lively ground floor bar and our stylish New York style basement bar.
Stillgarden Academy
from €30
per person / per session
Stillgarden Academy
23
30
Stillgarden Distillery
(4)
Dublin
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
Stillgarden Academy, great for making gin or holding meetings! Set out in horseshoe shape so that the host can be easily seen and heard, areas for buffet and bar available.
Bartley's Bar
from €100
hire fee / per day
Bartley's Bar
15
40
Bartley's Bar and Restaurant
(1)
Dublin City Centre
Bar in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Bartley'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
On The Ball Whole Venue
from €1500
hire fee / per day
On The Ball Whole Venue
500
650
Buskers On The Ball
(8)
Temple Bar, Dublin
Bar
Whole venue
Buskers On The Ball is Dublin's one of a kind Social Interactive Sports Bar & Entertainment Venue. Located in the heart of Temple Bar on Fleet Street, we are Dublin's number one venue for fun, just a short walk from O'Connell
Lobby Bar
from £50
per person / per session
Lobby Bar
30
100
Ruby Molly Hotel & Bar
Dublin City Centre
Bar in a Hotel
Shared space
The Lobby Bar at Ruby Molly is the heart of the house – calm in the morning with coffee and breakfast, buzzing later with cocktails, music and a lively crowd.
The Sin Bin
from €4000
minimum spend / per session
The Sin Bin
50
100
The Mont
Dublin City Centre
Bar in a Hotel
Semi-private area
Refuel and recharge in The Sin Bin, The Mont's inviting bar exuding warmth and character. Designed to accommodate various group sizes, from intimate gatherings to larger parties, this charming space offers private hire for
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Dublin’s Finest Restaurants for Minimum Spend Events

Grain & Grill Restaurant
from €125
hire fee / per evening
Grain & Grill Restaurant
50
80
Maldron Hotel Parnell Square West
Dublin City Centre
Restaurant in a Hotel
Private space
At the newly renovated Maldron Hotel Parnell Square you will be spoilt for choice in our brand-new Grain & Grill Bar & Restaurant and our brand-new Red Bean Roastery Coffee Dock.
Whole Venue
from €3250
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
100
120
Cinnamon Restaurant, Ranelagh
Dublin
Event Space in a Restaurant
Whole venue
Cinnamon presents a comfy and large place that fuses together a cafeteria and a restaurant atmosphere. With its timber tables, the bar made of green tiles, and cozy illumination, its impression is that of being hospitable
Gaudens Restaurant
from €500
minimum spend / per day
Gaudens Restaurant
100
Clayton Hotel Charlemont
(3)
Dublin City Centre
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Restaurant in a Hotel
Semi-private area
Our Gaudens Restaurant can cater for up to 100 people for dinner. It offers a spacious and elegant setting, ideal for private dining experiences in the heart of Dublin City Centre.
FAWN Restaurant
from €400
minimum spend / per afternoon
FAWN Restaurant
54
60
The Chancery Hotel
Dublin City Centre
Restaurant in a Hotel
Semi-private area
Fawn Restaurant is a stylish, intimate space on the ground floor of The Chancery Hotel with natural light and views of the Poddle Garden. Available for private dining, executive breakfasts, and networking receptions.
Ziryab Private Room
from €49
per person / per session
Ziryab Private Room
25
40
Dada Restaurant
Dublin City Centre
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
The Ziryab Private Room at Dada Restaurant offers an intimate setting with a capacity of 40 guests, perfect for smaller gatherings or exclusive events.
Private Room
from €45
hire fee / per hour
Private Room
20
80
Kyodai Izakaya
Dublin City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
Located at 10 Eden Quay, North City, Dublin, D01 V6F4, Ireland, Kyodai is a Japanese restaurant offering two inviting spaces: the Main Dining area and the Back Room.
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Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Dublin

FAQs about Top Minimum Spend Venues in Dublin

In Dublin, prices of minimum spend venues average €2000 minimum spend per event. 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 November 2025:

Prices of minimum spend venues in Dublin
From €1000 to €4000 minimum spend per event
From €30 to €50 per person
From €300 to €750 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2025), the best options include:

  • Indoor Garden at Marlin Hotel in Dublin City Centre - rated 5/5
    Our user said: ‘Immediate parking (Q Park) outside which was safe as I had parked overnight (building space).’

  • The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre - rated 5/5
    Our user said: ‘Highly highly recommend as a venue for an occasion/party! We will be back x...’

  • Whole Venue at Zambrero Hatch Street in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘The place was beautiful, and perfectly located in Temple Bar! 100% would use again and HIGHLY recommend!’

You'll find minimum spend 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 (November 2025):

Small minimum spend venues up to 50 guests prices average €500 hire fee per event
Medium minimum spend venues between 70 and 100 guests prices average €3500 minimum spend per event
Large minimum spend venues over 130 guests prices average €6000 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 650 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • Lobby Bar at Ruby Molly Hotel & Bar on 26 - 33 Arran Street East - 250 m from centre.
    Venue said: Its mix of Dublin market grit and polished city bar flair creates a unique backdrop for get-togethers, receptions, afterworks or informal business events.
  • FAWN Restaurant at The Chancery Hotel on 21 Ship Street Great, Dublin 8 Located next to Dublin Royal Convention Centre and Dublin Castle - 650 m from centre.
    Venue said: The Chancery Boardroom will take meetings with natural day light up to 12 delegates. Fawn Restaurant is perfect for semi-private groups, Private Dinners for 52 and informal gatherings for up to 80.
  • Broyage Terrace at Broyage Bar, Bistro & Terrace on South Circular Road - 650 m from centre.
    Venue said: The outdoor terrace can comfortably host 100 of your team. Finding the perfect venue isn't hard when you come to the Broyage! We have you covered with a Bar, Live BBQ, Heaters and even a retractable roof in-case it starts...

Dublin has many options for large events. Venues like Lennan's Yard in the City Centre can accommodate up to 400 standing guests with a minimum spend starting at €12,000 for all-day events. The Alex Hotel can also host up to 350 guests with a minimum spend of €4500 per day. These spaces are perfect for large corporate events or a big wedding.

Consider the size of your event and the venue's capacity. Make sure the venue can comfortably accommodate your guest list. Next, review the minimum spend amount, which covers the cost of food and drinks, to ensure it aligns with your budget. Check the venue's location and convenience for your guests, especially if it's in Dublin City Centre, where parking and public transport options vary. Additionally, ask about the venue's catering options—some venues may offer in-house catering, while others allow external providers. Lastly, confirm the availability of your preferred date and book well in advance for popular times, especially weekends. 

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