Private Dining in Dublin
Dedicated rooms and exclusive venue hire for celebrations, corporate dinners and special occasions.
Planning an event, birthday, or corporate dinner? These Dublin steakhouses offer dedicated private dining rooms, private rooms for smaller groups, or exclusive venue hire for group dining. It’s among the best indoor dining Dublin has for a private celebration. Fire Steakhouse & Bar – Dublin’s #1 steakhouse – leads the list, with Hawksmoor Dublin a strong second choice for private dining.
FIRE Steakhouse & Bar 
Irish Owned
Private dining in the 1864 Mansion House itself – four rooms (Terrace, Trinity, Stephens, Glass Room) seating 14 up to 200 guests, with a private bar and dedicated events team, priced on request.
Hawksmoor Dublin 
UK Owned
Two private rooms (14 & 18 guests) or full exclusive hire for up to 150. Family-style sharing menus from €40*pp.
Brookwood Irish Owned
Dedicated private dining menu on Baggot Street, close to The Shelbourne and St Stephen’s Green.
Ryleigh’s Rooftop Steakhouse
Rooftop hire for up to 115 guests – weddings, corporate events and celebrations six floors above the Docklands.
F.X. Buckley – Pembroke St Irish Owned
Private rooms for parties of 20-55 across the Buckley Collection group.
F.X. Buckley – Temple Bar Irish Owned
Private rooms for parties of 20-55 across the Buckley Collection group.
Bull & Castle Irish Owned
Private rooms for parties of 20-55 across the Buckley Collection group.
Oxhorn Grill
Josper-grill steakhouse in Ballsbridge offering private hire for corporate events and private gatherings, sit-down or canapé/cocktail format.
Marco Pierre White Courtyard Bar & Grill
Two private rooms behind a covered courtyard garden in Donnybrook. It is a noted wedding and corporate-events venue.
Morelands Grill
Art Deco dining room inside The College Green Hotel, available for private and semi-private events on College Green.
JD’s Steakhouse
Private dining room for up to 40 guests, at this long-running Terenure steakhouse.
*Prices are approximate and may have changed. Please check the restaurant’s official website or contact them directly to confirm current prices.
Private Dining FAQs
How many guests can I bring for private dining?
Capacity varies by venue – from intimate rooms for 14-20 guests up to full exclusive hire for 150+. Check the individual restaurant’s page for exact numbers.
Do these restaurants require a deposit or minimum spend?
Most private dining rooms require a deposit and/or minimum spend, especially at weekends. Confirm current terms directly with the restaurant.
How far in advance should I book?
For larger events or weekend dates, 2-4 weeks’ notice is recommended, especially around Christmas and other peak periods.
Can menus be customised for private events?
Many venues offer set or sharing menus for private dining and can accommodate dietary requirements – ask when booking.
What Dublin Locals Say: Quick Answers
FIRE Steakhouse & Bar, Hawksmoor and F.X. Buckley Pembroke Street are among the most-booked private rooms in the city; the full list above shows capacities.
For December and Christmas parties, book by early autumn. Outside peak season, two to four weeks’ notice is usually enough.
Most rooms work from set group menus with a minimum spend rather than a room hire fee. Confirm details with the restaurant when booking.
Further reading: why a steakhouse is perfect for every occasion in Dublin, and what Dublin locals say about our steakhouses.