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Perfect Date Night Ideas in Dublin

Written by Matthew Smith on . Posted in Dublin Food, Drink & Entertainment.

Are you fed up of the same old date nights every month? Planning creative ways to spend quality time with your partner can be hard, especially when you’re both juggling work and kids. Eating out at the same local restaurant can get boring after a while. Although we understand that sometimes, the idea of doing anything else can become too daunting! 

To help with the planning of your next date night, we have compiled some ideas for you and your partner’s next date night in Dublin city. 

 

 

Indulge Your Sweet Tooth at Café en Seine 

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Voted Best Bar in Dublin at the Bar of the Year Awards 2022, Café en Seine has gained popularity amongst some of Ireland’s well-known names. As a restaurant in the heart of Dublin city, Café en Seine is the perfect spot for your next date night, offering the best of food, drink and music in their well-lit, modern and spacious setting. 

Popular for their desserts and cocktails, Café en Seine is the perfect place to try if you or your partner have a sweet tooth! Despite that, Café en Seine have something for everyone, from non-alcoholic cocktails to tasty brunch options. Executive Chef Stephen Gibson and his team create the most delicious desserts which pair vary nicely with the romantic low lit dinner lighting and sweet cocktails like espresso martini. Click here to browse through their menus. 

 

 

 

 

Relax Over a Pint at The Crafty Fox 

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Get cosy and catch up over a pint with your partner at The Crafty Fox Pub in Dublin 2. With ‘The Potting Shed’ outdoor terrace and interior with a historic feel, this back to basics bar is perfect for couples who want to enjoy a few crafty drinks without any fuss. This setting embodies old school Dublin with a modern twist, serving delicious bar food and drinks whilst delivering first-class service. This pub has lots of little nooks to get cozy and have a good chat over a gold pint of even a dainty cocktail. If you’ve booked dinner elsewhere this is spot is ideal for an after dinner drink. 

Enjoy food and drink that is affordable in the heart of Dublin. Open Tuesday to Sunday with late night close on Friday and Saturday, The Crafty Fox is a no-brainer for your next date night in Dublin. 

 

 

 

 

Enjoy a Drag Show at The George 

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Ireland’s most iconic LGBT bar & club, The George is the regular host of fun drag shows and entertainment nights. Located on South Great George’s Street in Dublin’s city centre, this venue is sure to provide date night entertainment packed full of glamour, diversity and expression. Resident queen Davina Devine throws shapes and sashays the night away with clubbers on Thirsty Thursdays every week on the George main stage. 

With regular weekly performances from drag acts, live DJs and even bingo games every Sunday night, The George promises a fun-filled date night for you and your partner. See what events are coming up at The George here. 

 

 

 

 

Eat To Your Heart’s Content at NoLIta 

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NoLIta restaurant and late night venue is named after North of Little Italy, a neighbourhood in New York. Your date is sure to be a memorable one at this venue due to its beautiful interior and New York-inspired menu. 

With a newly-appointed Italian Head Chef, NoLIta fully embraces authentic Italian cuisine with an American twist. Also located on South Great George’s Street, this venue is ideal for your next date night featuring mood lighting and bespoke leather seating in an intimate setting. Bookings can be made in advance by emailing [email protected]. 

 

 

 

 

 

The Best Venues for a Corporate Summer Party in Dublin

Written by Matthew Smith on . Posted in Dublin Food, Drink & Entertainment.

Have you planned your team or company Summer Party in Dublin?

The Mercantile Group are expected to host many of Dublin’s best corporate parties this summer. With over seven venues located across Dublin city, including NoLita, Pichet, Opium, Whelan’s, The Crafty Fox & Café en Seine, The Mercantile Group’s stylish premises are sure to be the place for hosting exclusive office summer parties this year. As well as accepting bookings from the general public, The Mercantile Group exclusively accept private hire corporate events across their range of venues. So, if you’re in charge of planning your office’s summer soirée, then look no further! 

 

The venues owned by The Mercantile Group combine the most important elements of a summer office party; the opportunity to mingle with colleagues in a modern setting, such as Café en Seine’s indoor-outdoor street garden. Catch up with co-workers, improve office dynamics and most importantly, show your staff that they are appreciated with a party night out this summer. We all deserve to let our hair down every once in a while! 

 

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Eat & Be Entertained 

Whether your team prefers a local DJ setlist at Opium’s Botanical Garden Bar or a live band at Whelan’s, your guests are sure to be entertained for the duration of the night. The stylish indoor settings of Café en Seine and NoLita offer the perfect opportunity to take some team photos for your company’s next Instagram post. With everything from pre-ordered wine and finger food at The Crafty Fox to an exclusive set dining menu at Pichet, there are endless food and drink options available to suit your guests. The Mercantile Group’s popular bars and restaurants are highly qualified in delivering an impressive food and drink service all year round. 

 

Wristbands and signage are provided for exclusive corporate bookings throughout the venues. House drink tokens are also available for a small fee. If you are unsure of which venue is best suited to your company’s culture and guestlist, The Mercantile Group can help. Be sure to include the number of expected guests along with any dietary restrictions when filling out your enquiry form. 

 

 

Capacity & Seating 

The Mercantile Group’s venues have varying capacities, from partially exclusive dining spaces of up to 40 guests at Pichet, to as many as 750 guests at Opium Live’s Rooftop and Balcony. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces to choose from across all of the venues, allowing your team to keep the party going no matter the weather. 

Booking Details 

The Mercantile Group are now accepting bookings for corporate summer parties, 7 days a week.  

Early booking is advised as there are a limited number of popular dates available – Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays are filling up fast. 

The Mercantile Group promise to offer your company an exclusive experience with a variety of packages, including finger food, set dinner menus, pre-ordered drinks and more. More information is available upon request. To send an enquiry on behalf of your company, please fill out the enquiry form below. 

 

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