Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Dublin

Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Dublin

Smart venue choices for budget-savvy events

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Top Free Hire 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 Venues with Minimum Spend in Dublin

Scott Tallon Private Dining
from €500
hire fee / per session
Scott Tallon Private Dining
44
50
BANG Restaurant
(10)
Dublin City Centre
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Z
Zandra
“The staff were so friendly and attentive, and made the occasion really special.”
The Front Bar Area
from €100
per person / per session
The Front Bar Area
36
59
Pichet
Dublin City Centre
Restaurant
Semi-private area
Should you require exclusive access to a premier venue for your event, reach out to the Pichet team today to inquire about the private hire options available at one of Dublin's finest dining destinations.
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
Synge Suite
from €1075
minimum spend / per day
Synge Suite
40
Clayton Hotel Charlemont
(4)
Dublin City Centre
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
N
Norielle J.
“The place is very nice. We were seated at the back part of Gauden's Restaurant and it was so intimate.”
Tunneys Room
from €15
per person / per session
Tunneys Room
30
40
The Oarsman
(3)
Dublin
Function Room 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
Cocktail Bar
from €30
per person / per session
Cocktail Bar
30
40
Buskers Bar
(2)
Temple Bar, Dublin
Bar
Shared space
Finish off the night with live music & dancing 7 days a week, meaning we have you sorted for the entire night! Please note that all our cocktail classes are based on minimum number of 8 paying attendees.
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Find Affordable Free Hire Venues in Dublin

The Stables
from €19
per person / per session
The Stables
50
Lennan's Yard
(18)
Dublin City Centre
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
M
Marte K.
“The space is stunning, and lovely and private. I ordered the finger food for my guest, and it was divine.”
Lennan's Yard
from €19
per person / per session
Lennan's Yard
100
400
Lennan's Yard
(17)
Dublin City Centre
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar in a Restaurant
Whole venue
R
Roma R.
“Everyone loved the food & the room & space had a lovely flow for the amount of people we had.”
The Terrace
from €150
hire fee / per session
The Terrace
45
60
The Sound House
(35)
Dublin City Centre
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Live Music Venue
Private space
G
Graham F.
“Venue was ideal for my gig, good size, good sound & great staff”
The Garden Terrace
from €650
hire fee / per day
The Garden Terrace
50
70
The Croke Park Hotel
(9)
Drumcondra, Dublin
Hotel
Semi-private area
The Garden Terrace is an elegant yet relaxed and fresh area, with its own cocktail bar, retractable awning, and heaters. It is the perfect year-round outdoor space, complementing the restaurant for alfresco dining and drinks.
Cellar Bar
from €1000
minimum spend / per day
Cellar Bar
50
60
The Oarsman
(3)
Dublin
Function Room in a Pub
Private space
Tucked beneath the main floor, our cosy cellar bar is a hidden gem for private functions, comedy nights, or bespoke events. Available for full hire with flexible layout options, a private bar, and space for live performances.
The Restaurant
from €2000
minimum spend / per session
The Restaurant
125
200
Harbourmaster Bar & Restaurant
(1)
Dublin City Centre
Dining Room 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

New York Basement Bar
from €500
minimum spend / per session
New York Basement Bar
30
50
Meaghers O’Connell Bridge
(1)
Dublin City Centre
Pub
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,
Bartley's Bar
from €100
hire fee / per day
Bartley's Bar
15
40
Bartley's Bar and Restaurant
(1)
Dublin City Centre
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
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
First Floor Terrace
from €8200
minimum spend / per day
First Floor Terrace
130
170
BrewDog Outpost Dublin
(19)
Dublin
Bar
Semi-private area
Located off our first floor bar. Can be booked privately with an entire floor hire. Can be booked semi-privately for smaller events. Smoke friendly.
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Dublin’s Finest Restaurants for Minimum Spend Events

Gaudens Restaurant
from €500
minimum spend / per day
Gaudens Restaurant
100
Clayton Hotel Charlemont
(4)
Dublin City Centre
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.
Broyage Terrace
from €30
per person / per session
Broyage Terrace
90
130
Broyage Bar, Bistro & Terrace
(1)
Dublin
Restaurant
Semi-private area
Join us for great food in a prime location before exploring Dublin 8's iconic attractions. The Broyage Bar & Bistro is a modern restaurant in the heart of Kilmainham, situated on the site of the old Rowntree's chocolate factory,
Grain & Grill Restaurant
from €125
hire fee / per evening
Grain & Grill Restaurant
50
80
Maldron Hotel Parnell Square West
Dublin City Centre
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.
FAWN Restaurant
from €400
minimum spend / per afternoon
FAWN Restaurant
54
60
The Chancery Hotel
Dublin City Centre
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.
Whole Venue
from €1500
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
100
120
Cinnamon Restaurant, Ranelagh
Dublin
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
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.
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Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Dublin

Frequently Asked Questions

Booking costs of minimum spend venues average €40 per person. 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 May 2026:

Prices of minimum spend venues in Dublin
From €30 to €52 per person
From €1000 to €4000 minimum spend per event
From €300 to €750 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:

  • The Wiley Fox at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘They were so accommodating and made everything feel easy and stress-free.’

  • Georgian Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘Venue was perfect for my event.’

  • Indoor Garden at Marlin Hotel in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.7/5
    Our user said: ‘Everything. The space was amazing, the food was really good, and all the servers where always ready to help...’

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 (May 2026):

Small up to 50 guests prices average €1075 minimum spend per event
Medium between 65 and 105 guests prices average €4000 minimum spend per event
Large over 130 guests prices average €5000 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 700 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.
  • Entire Space at The Merchant's Arch on Wellington Quay 48-49 Temple Bar - 700 m from centre.
    Venue said: 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.

Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for minimum spend venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Restaurant prices average €500 hire fee per day typically between 40 and 100 guests
Hotel prices average €800 hire fee per day typically between 60 and 120 guests
Event Space prices average €800 hire fee per day typically between 50 and 150 guests
Bar prices average €500 hire fee per event typically between 40 and 80 guests

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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