Your Holiday Season Starts Here
Now Taking Christmas & New Years Eve 2024 Bookings
Reserve Your Christmas Party or New Years Eve Dinner at The Market Bar. Let Us Handle the Festive Details While You Enjoy the Magic.
Reservations
Festive Fun and Fantastic Food
Host a Memorable 2024 Christmas Party at the Market Bar
At the Market Bar Group, we adore Christmas and take pride in hosting your Christmas Party. Our team of talented chefs and bartenders revel in concocting delicious holiday-themed drinks and dishes, infusing your favourite Christmas flavours into every bite and sip.
Dublin’s New Year Festival 2024 promises an unforgettable celebration at Dublin Castle, and The Market Bar is the perfect spot to start or end your evening. Celebrate in style with a live DJ, sparkling drinks, and an unbeatable atmosphere. Make The Market Bar a part of your New Year’s Eve experience in Dublin 2024 for a night to remember!
Festive Venue Options
Our diverse venue options offer the perfect setting for Christmas lunches, corporate parties, and private hire — catering to both intimate gatherings and grand festive celebrations.
Warm Holiday Hospitality
Our experienced staff are committed to making your Christmas holiday event seamless and memorable, ensuring every detail is handled with care and a festive spirit.
Seasonal Taste Experience
With years of experience in crafting exquisite menus, our chef expertly combines traditional holiday flavours with a modern tapas twist, ensuring each plate is a celebration of taste.
Crafted Holiday Cocktails
Our talented mixologists craft delightful Christmas cocktail drinks using fresh ingredients and unique twists to create the perfect sips to complement your festive celebration
A Taste of Christmas at The Market Bar
* 1 Set Menu per Person
Christmas Dinner Menu
Two Mains - One Side - Dessert
€ 45
*Thursday, Friday & Saturday night we require a minimum order of one Dinner Menu pp. For groups above 10 we require the Group Menu to be ordered
Dinner Menu for New Year’s Eve 2024 Dublin:
€50 per person, including 2 mains, 1 side, dessert, and a glass of bubbly.
Bites
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Marinated Mixed Olives €5
Marinated with citric juice, rosemary, garlic and extra virgin olive oil (Vn)
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Smoked Almonds €5
Traditional Spanish smoked almonds (8c) (Vn)
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Croquettes (2pc) €13.5
Fried croquettes with blue cheese and poached pears (1a, 3, 7, 8b, 12)
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Goat Cheese & Nduja Dip €9
Goat cheese with crispy nduja served with sourdough bread (1a, 7, 8c, 12)
Sides
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Patatas Bravas
Deep fried potatoes, topped with a spicy marinara and aioli sauce (3, 7, 9, 12) (V)
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Saffron Spanish Rice
Traditional flavoured Spanish rice with carrots (Vn)
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Tenderstem Broccoli
Tenderstem broccoli served with hazlenuts and umami mayo (3, 8b, 10)
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House Salad
Mixed fresh leafs with manchego cheese and balsamic glaze (7, 10, 12) (V)
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Bread
Focaccia Bread served with olive oil and Balsamic vinegar dip (1a, 5, 8c, 12) (V)
Our beef is of Irish origin
Meat
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Chicken Skewers
Marinated chicken breast with cajun spice, citrus and served with a saffron mayo (3, 7, 10, 12)
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Slow Cooked Porkbelly
Slow-cooked porkbelly with honey garlic and rosemary glaze, served on mashed potatoes with pickled peppers (7, 9, 12)
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Spicy Chicken Wings
Crispy chicken wings dipped in spicy sauce, served with blue cheese dip and celery (7, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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Chorizo Al Vino
Confit chorizo with pork glaze, aioli, served on a sourdough bread (1a, 3, 9, 10)
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Marketbar Meatballs
Beef & pork house blend meatballs served in a homemade tomato sauce (1a, 3, 7, 9, 10, 12)
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Peri Peri Chicken Rice Salad
Red and black rice, cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions, charred corn, coriander and red pepper dressing (9, 12)
Allergens
Vegetarian (V)
Vegan (Vn)
Cereals Containg Gluten (1)
Wheat (1a)
Barley (1b)
Crustaceans (2)
Eggs (3)
Fish (4)
Peanuts (5)
Soy (6)
Milk (7)
Nuts (8)
Walnuts (8a)
Hazelnuts (8a)
Almonds (8c)
Celery (9)
Mustard (10)
Sesame Seed (11)
Sulphur Dioxide (12)
Lupin (13)
Molluscs (14)
Ocean-Fresh Flavours
Fish
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Fried Octopus
Slow-cooked fried octopus served on chorizo cream with pickle peppers and chimichurri (1a, 3, 4, 7, 9)
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Crispy Fish Taco
Crispy fish taco with guacamole and tropical salad, with sour cream (1a, 3, 4, 7, 9, 12)
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Tuna Nachos
Marinated tuna with lemon juice, teriyaki and oyster sauce with diced cucumbers, shallots and avocado (1a, 3, 4, 6, 9, 11, 12)
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Gambas Pil Pil And Crispy Nduja
Atlantic prawns with chilli butter and crispy nduja, served with sourdough bread (1a, 2, 7, 9, 12)
Field to Fork Freshness
Vegetarian
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Pear & Walnut Salad
Pear, blue cheese and walnut salad with lemon honey and mustard dressing (5, 7, 8a,8b, 12) (V)
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Goats Cheese Salad
Goat cheese, beetroot and caramelised walnuts with lemon dressing (1a, 3, 4, 6, 9, 11, 12)
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Brussels Sprouts
Brusssels sprouts withpancetta, chestnut and chervil (7) (8)
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Padron Peppers
Panfried peppers with tajin and smoked sea salt (11) (Vn)
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Seasoned Vegetable Skewers
Roast seasoned vegetables with romesco sauce (5, 8c, 9, 11) (Vn)
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Stuffed Aubergine
Baked aubergine filled with quinoa, tomato fondue and pickled peppers (9, 12) (Vn)
*Every bill includes a 12.5% discretionary gratuity charge, which goes to all our staff. If you wish to have it removed, please ask our staff or the duty manager.
For groups of 6 or more
* 1 Set Menu per Person
Group Menu
€ 35 ...... Sunday to Wednesday
€ 45 ...... Thursday to Saturday
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Marinated Mixed Olives
Marinated with citric juice, rosemary, garlic and extra virgin olive oil (Vn)
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Padron Peppers
Panfried peppers with tajin and smoked sea salt (11) (Vn)
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Marketbar Meatballs
Beef & pork house blend meatballs served in a homemade tomato sauce (1a, 3, 7, 9, 10, 12)
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Brussels Sprouts
Brussels Sprouts with pancetta, chestnut and chervil (7,8) (V)
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Peri Peri Chicken Rice Salad
Red and black rice, cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions, charred corn, coriander and red pepper dressing (9, 12)
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Patatas Bravas
Deep fried potatoes, topped with a spicy marinara and aioli sauce (3, 7, 9, 12) (V)
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Gambas Pil Pil and Crispy Nduja
Atlantic prawns with chilli butter emulsion and crispy nduja, served with sourdough bread (1a, 2, 7, 9, 12)
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Chicken Skewers
Marinated chicken breast with cajun spice, citrus and served with a saffron mayo (3, 7, 10, 12)
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Chocolate Mousse Dessert
(8c,12) (Vn)
Allergens
Vegetarian (V)
Vegan (Vn)
Cereals Containg Gluten (1)
Wheat (1a)
Barley (1b)
Crustaceans (2)
Eggs (3)
Fish (4)
Peanuts (5)
Soy (6)
Milk (7)
Nuts (8)
Walnuts (8a)
Hazelnuts (8a)
Almonds (8c)
Celery (9)
Mustard (10)
Sesame Seed (11)
Sulphur Dioxide (12)
Lupin (13)
Molluscs (14)
* If anyone in your group has food allergies or dietary restrictions, please talk to our manager so we can accommodate your needs.
*On every bill is added a discretionary 12.5% gratuity, of which goes to all the staff. If you wish to have it removed, please ask our staff or the duty manager.
Pre-Dinner
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Negroni €14.50
Campari, red vermouth and gin (12)
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Old Fashioned €14.50
Irish whiskey, simple syrup & angostura
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Cocktail Martini €14.50
Gin or vodka, dry vermouth and lemon skin (12)
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Manhattan €14.50
Bourbon, red vermouth and angostura (12)
Classic
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Pornstar Martini €14.50
Vanilla vodka, pineapple juice, passion fruit puree, vanilla syrup & frizzante (12)
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Cosmopolitan €14.50
Vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice and lime juice
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Expresso Martini €14.50
Vodka, espresso, vanilla syrup and coffee liqueur (12)
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Margarita €14.50
Tequila, triple sec, simple syrup and lime juice
*Spicy Margarita Available
FIZZY COCKTAILS
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Aperol Spritz €14.50
Aperol, frizzante and soda (12)
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Hugo Spritz €14.50
Elderflower liqueur, frizzante, mint and soda (12)
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Limoncello Spritz €14.50
Limoncello, frizzante and tonic
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Mojito €14.50
Rum, mint, lime, sugar and soda
Red Wines
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Nyala Cabernet Sauvignon €9.50 ... €36.00
South Africa - Blackberry, blackcurrant with a touch of sweet spice on the nose (12)
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Porrais Douro Tinto €11.00 ... €43.00
Portugal - Red fruit & spice notes, oak (12)
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Fuego Tempranillo €8.30 ... €29.50
Spain - Berries, plums, vanilla, herbs (12)
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Alegro Rioja Reserva €14.00 ... €49.00
Spain - Soft & fresh with an elegant structure and flavours of red fruit compote, vanilla & cinnamon (12)
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Marques De Verdellano Tempranillo €9.50 ... €36.00
Spain - Medium-bodied, red fruit notes (12)
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Saint Marc Merlot €8.50 ... €33.00
France - Fruity and easy to drink, black cherry, soft tannins and a chocolate aftertaste (12)
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Artesano De Argento Malbec Organic €45.00
Argentina - Lively red with notes of plums, tobacco & oak (12)
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Castellani Chianti Classico €46.00
Italy - Bodied & fruity with a final touch of cherries & black pepper (12)
SANGRIA
Red Sangria, made with seasonal fruits
Glass €8.50
Jug €25
Bottles
(1b, 12)
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Heineken €6.50
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Corona €6.70
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Heineken 0.0 €6.20
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Corona 0.0 €6.20
Draft
(1b, 12)
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5 Lamps IPA €7.00
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5 Lamps Lager €7.00
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5 Lamps Red Ale €7.00
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Sam Miguel €7.30
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Bulmers €8.00
White Wines
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Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc €11.50 ... €44.50
New Zealand - Punchy, grapefruit notes, tropical (12)
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Gabriella Pinot Grigio €10.50 ... €40.00
Italy - Vibrant and punchy, white peach and passionfruit with a scattering of tropical stone fruits (12)
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Bellafontaine Chardonnay €9.50 ... €36.00
France - Unoaked Chardonnay, crisp, citrus & full of flavour (12)
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Fuego Verdejo €8.30 ... €29.50
Spain - Crisp, lemon notes, fresh (12)
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Porrais Douro Branco €9.50 ... €36.00
Portugal - Fruity & crisp, delicate colour & citrus acidity (12)
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Pazo Cilleiro Albarino €45.00
Spain - Lively pale gold colour, citric and white fruit notes, and white flower aromas (12)
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Autentico Bobal - Rosé €9.50 ... €35.00
Spain - Intense pink colour with sweet confectionery and strawberry aromas (12)
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Lia Rose Tempranillo - Rosé €40.00
Spain - Light rose colour with strawberry & cherry aromas, ripe fruit (12)
Bubbles
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Rialto Prosecco €10.00 ... €47.00
Italy - Crisp, lemon, fresh notes (12)
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Torre Orio Cava €11.00 ... €52.00
Spain - Dry, light, and fresh(12)
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Mistinguett Cava Brut €55.00
Spain - Creamy, fruity, well-structured (12)
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Mistinguett Cava Brut Rose €55.00
Spain - Soft, fresh creamy fruit (12)
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Pannier Sélection Brut Champagne €90.00
France - Bold, citrus, acidic (12)
Ice water two-stage filtered €1 per pp. Unlimited refill of still & sparkling
*Every bill includes a 12.5% discretionary gratuity charge, which goes to all our staff. If you wish to have it removed, please ask our staff or the duty manager.
Christmas Party Venue Hire
Staff Parties
The Market Bar offers unique venue spaces for companies looking to treat their staff to a vibrant celebration in the heart of Dublin.
We cater for:
Corporate Christmas Dinners: With spacious dining areas and festive ambience, it’s ideal for formal gatherings.
Staff Christmas Lunches & Brunches: From casual team lunches to celebratory holiday brunches, the Market Bar has the perfect setting for your team to relax and enjoy seasonal dishes and drinks.
Late Christmas Party Venue for Hospitality Staff: Designed for your wonderful hospitality hero’s who keep the festive season alive, our late Christmas events offer delicious sharing plates and a wide selection of drinks to help you create a memorable team celebration. Secure your date early to avail of exclusive discounts and give your hospitality team the post-Christmas celebration they deserve at The Market Bar!
Live Christmas Entertainment and DJ Parties: We are equipped to host your staff or office parties with live bands or DJs, adding an energetic vibe to your Christmas or New Year Party.
Private Company Christmas Party: Our venue can be customised for exclusive hire, whether you’re planning a formal gala or a casual Christmas get-together.
The Market Bar
Capacity:
Standing event: 500
Seating Event: 250
Natural Light | Christmas Menu | Large Screen, Stage | Lighting | High Ceiling | Central Location | Sound System | Wheelchair Accessible | Long Bar
THE BLACK MARKET
Capacity:
Standing event: 130
Seating Event: 80
Natural Light| Christmas Menu | Large Screen, Stage | Lighting | High Ceiling | Central Location | Sound System | Full Bar
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The Perfect Venue for Your Christmas Party – Book Now!
Celebrate the holidays at The Market Bar, right in the heart of Dublin City! Whether you’re planning a cozy family gathering, a lively office party, or a festive get-together with friends and family, our 2024 Christmas party packages are designed to deliver unforgettable moments for everyone.
Our Sister Venues
This holiday season, come join us at one of our unique bar and restaurant venues, each offering a festive experience. From our cozy Irish-inspired Idlewild Bar and our bohemian style cocktail lounge we warmly welcome visitors and tourists to our wonderful Dublin city centre location this Christmas and New Year to enjoy seasonal drinks and delicious tapas.