It's hard to resist the charm of a restaurant wedding in the city. It's like an elegant dinner party in your favourite town, with all of your favourite people, and you don't have to do any of the cooking or washing up! But finding the perfect spot can be tricky. Sifting through restaurant wedding venues in Dublin poses a few challenges - many of the big hitters are hidden gems that you may not have heard of, and it's quite easy to dismiss your favourite restaurant, not realising that there has been a sneaky private dining room in the building all along!
Once again, your pals at One Fab Day have done the ground work so you don't have to! We've rounded up some of the most stylish and atmospheric restaurant wedding venues in Dublin and compiled them into an easy-to-browse list, covering everything from chic and cosy affairs to massive, blow-out parties. If you're planning an intimate bash of 30 guests or less, we've put a selection of our favourite small private-dining spaces in Dublin at the end of this post, but make sure to check back in with us, because we've got an in-depth post on this coming soon!
Oh, and if you're looking for restaurant wedding venues in other parts of Ireland, you'll find our recommendations here!
Oliveto at Haddington House
Perched on Dun Laoghaire harbour, inside the magical Haddington House, is this laid-back restaurant bursting with old world charm, serving up and Italian (and occasionally Spanish and French)-inspired dishes.
Location: Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin | Capacity: 130 | Website: oliveto.ie
The Anglers Rest
Welcoming staff, open fires and rustic décor make this pub-restaurant hybrid near Phoenix Park a really popular choice among Irish couples, particularly those looking to create a cosy vibe in winter.
Location: Castleknock, Co. Dublin | Capacity: 120 | Website: theanglersrest.ie
Cleaver East
Another Oliver Dunne creation, this effortlessly hip city centre joint benefits from great views, crowd-pleasing food and interiors that wouldn't look out of place in the heart of Manhattan.
Location: Essex St. East, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 120 | Website: cleavereast.ie
Bon Appetit
Housed in a Georgian building overlooking the harbour, Malahide gem Bon Appetit offers couples a nice compromise between country and city, as well as the award-winning food of Michelin-starred chef Oliver Dunne.
Location: Malahide, Co. Dublin | Capacity: 60 | Website: bonappetit.ie
Bang
Just a short stroll from St. Stephen's Green is beloved Dublin hangout Bang, where couples can choose between several sleek, modern spaces for small parties of up to 45.
Location: Merrion Row, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 45 | Website: bangrestaurant.com
Luna
Modelled after a stylish, New York-style Italian ristorante, Luna feels more like a Mad Men-style vintage nightclub than a restaurant, and serves terrific pasta and other, lesser-known Italian dishes.
Location: Drury St., Dublin 2 | Capacity: 65 | Website: lunarestaurant.ie
Marco Pierre White Courtyard, Bar & Grill
World-renowned chef Marco Pierre White masterminded this relaxed destination restaurant outside of the city, which serves rave-worthy steak and fish, and boasts a cute courtyard that's magical in summer.
Location: Donnybrook, Dublin 4 | Capacity: 120 | Website: marcopierrewhite.ie
Medley
A foodie haven right in the centre of the city, Medley is a versatile option with cutting-edge cuisine and cool, contemporary interiors. It's fast becoming a popular spot for Dublin couples looking for something a little bit different.
Location: Fleet Street East, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 250 | Website: medley.ie
Ely Bar & Brasserie
With wine cellars dating back to 1821, Ely Bar and Brasserie is steeped in history, and serves contemporary, French and Italian-inspired cuisine using beef and pork from the owner's organic family farm in Co. Clare.
Location: George's Dock, Dublin 1 | Capacity: 65 | Website: elywinebar.ie
The Pig's Ear
Boasting three private hire rooms, seating between 12 and 60 guests, this laid-back, multi-award winner specialises in hearty Irish food with a modern twist.
Location: Nassau St., Dublin 2 | Capacity: 60 | Website: thepigsear.ie
Fade Street Social
Fans of Dylan McGrath's edgy European fusion restaurant may not realise that it's possible to book the Gastro Bar private dining room (seating up to 42), as well as the restaurant itself.
Location: Fade St., Dublin 2 | Capacity: 98 | Website: fadestreetsocial.com
The Brasserie at the Marker Hotel
One of our long-time favourite wedding Dublin venues is also home to a chic, buzzy Brasserie serving up impressive, eclectic cuisine, and available for exclusive hire.
Location: Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 130 | Website: themarkerhoteldublin.com
Fallon & Byrne
A firm favourite with Dublin foodies and enthusiastic home cooks, this stunning restaurant and grocer is also a perfect fit for alternative weddings and the food - regardless of whether you're having three courses or eight - is phenomenal.
Location: Exchequer St., Dublin 2 | Capacity: 120 | Website: fallonandbyrne.com
Drury Buildings
Looking like something from the pages of an interiors magazine, this rustic, mid century-inspired restaurant in the heart of Dublin city is perfect for alternative couples and can accommodate 80 guests for a post-dinner drinks reception.
Location: Drury St., Dublin 2 | Capacity: 50 | Website: drurybuildings.com
The Winding Stair
Regularly listed as one of the best restaurants in the city, the cute and cosy Winding Stair is a celebration of Irish cuisine with a wine list to match.
Location: Ormond Quay, Dublin 1 | Capacity: 65 | Website: winding-stair.com
Eden Bar & Grill
Plush, vintage-style interiors give this city centre restaurant a real dose of glamour, while a menu of mouth-watering steak and fish dishes will have your guests raving for weeks.
Location: South William St., Dublin 2 | Capacity: 120 | Website: edenbarandgrill.ie
Pearl Brasserie
Expect influences as far-reaching as Morocco and Japan at this chic Merrion St. hotspot, which has several private-dining options for big and small parties.
Location: Merrion St. Upper, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 90 | Website: pearl-brasserie.com
The Stephen's Green Hibernian Club
Boasting effortlessly elegant Georgian interiors and the loveliest private courtyard you'll ever see, The Stephen's Green Hibernian Club is a firm favourite among our real wedding couples, who can never say enough good things about the French-inspired cuisine.
Location: St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 96 | Website: sghc.ie
Mulberry Garden
A fine-dining restaurant with none of the fuss, this celebration of Irish flavours is perched on the grounds of a quaint, early 20th century cottage.
Location: Donnybrook, Dublin 4 | Capacity: 80 | Website: mulberrygarden.ie
No. 25 Fitzwilliam Place
Georgian elegance and fine dining await you and your guests at No. 25 Fitzwilliam Place, a city centre private-dining restaurant that oozes luxury.
Location: Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 60 | Website: 25fitzwilliamplace.ie
One Pico
There are two options at this sophisticated, notions-free eaterie, which is located just a few steps from Grafton St. - the cosy Polo Room (seating up to 43 guests) and the elegant main restaurant.
Location: School House Lane East, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 76 | Website: onepico.com
House
Available to hire on Sundays only, this hopping Leeson Street favourite comprises several beautifully-decorated spaces, including a dreamy terrace and super cool parlour.
Location: Leeson St. Lower, Dublin 2 | Capacity: 500 | Website: housedublin.ie
Restaurant Wedding Venues in Dublin with Capacity for 30 Guests or Less
- La Maison
- Locks
- Chapter One
- Patrick Guilbaud
- La Bodega
- The Green Hen
- Brookwood
- The Saddle Room at the Shelbourne
- The Woolen Mills
- L'Ecrivain
Featured image credit: Remain in Light via One Fab Day
Can't find your perfect venue on this list? You'll find loads more beautiful wedding venues in our Wedding Directory!
