Traditional Irish Dinner In Dublin
Join us for a Traditional Irish Dinner in Dublin
Dinner in Dublin doesn’t get more authentic than this, hearty Irish dishes, cosy pub vibes, and a front-row seat to the charm of Temple Bar.
From tender Irish stew and crispy fish & chips to fresh seasonal specials and delicious steaks, our evening menu caters to every taste. Whether you're after a comforting classic or a lighter evening plate, you’ll find something to love in our extensive dinner menu.
Add a pint, a glass of wine, or sit back and enjoy the music, it’s the perfect way to spend an evening in the city. We always welcome walk-ins at The Merchant’s Arch, but for dinner hours and weekends, booking in advance is highly recommended.
Merchants Arch Dinner Menu
Served 3pm to 10.30pm - 7 Days a Week
Starters
CHICKEN WINGS
Served with hot sauce or barbeque sauce
(3 6 7 9 12)
€15.95
SMOKED SALMON
On brown bread with capers, mixed leaves, red onion, lemon oil and mango and lime dressing
(1a 3 7 12)
€15.95
FRIED BRIE
Served with cranberry sauce on bed of mixed leaves with mango & chilli dressing
(1a 3 10 12)
€15.95
SOUP OF THE DAY
Served with homemade brown bread
(1a 3 7)
€8.95
SEAFOOD CHOWDER
Creamy fresh seafood chowder, with homemade Guinness bread
(1a 3 6 7 9 12)
€16.95
FRIED CALAMARI
Shallow fried and lightly battered served with chilli mayo dip.
(1a 3 4 6 7 10 12 14)
€14.95
CARAMELIZED PEAR CHEESE TARTLET
Sliced pears topped with blue cheese served in a savoury pastry tart with mixed leaves and mango chilli dressing
(1a 3 7 9 10 V)
€15.95
TEMPURA PRAWN COCKTAIL
Prawns fried in a light batter, served with baby gem lettuce, tomato and red onions with a spicy Marie Rose / lime dressing
(1a 1c 3 4 6 7 10 12)
€16.95
Main Courses
CHEFS TRADITIONAL IRISH STEW
Chunks of braised Irish lamb, potato, carrot, celery, leeks and herbs. with homemade brown bread
(1a 1c 6 7 9)
€26.95
BEEF & GUINNESS PIE
Chunks of braised Irish beef slow cooked in Guinness, served with mashed potatoes and market vegetables
(1a 1c 6 7 9 12)
€25.95
HOMEMADE COTTAGE PIE
Minced Irish beef with carrots, celery and herbs in gravy, topped with creamy cheese mash potato and served with market vegetables
(1a 1c 4 6 7 9 12)
€25.95
STEAK SANDWICH
Served on country loaf with honey-mustard dressing, baby gem lettuce and sautéed onions, with skin-on chips and pepper sauce
(1a 3 7 10 12)
€27.00
BACON & CABBAGE
Medallions of bacon served with mash potato, savoy cabbage and parsley sauce
(1a 3 7)
€26.95
BANGERS & MASH
Pan fried leek and herb sausages, served with a spring onion champ, homemade gravy and sauteed onion
(1a 6 7 9 10 12
€26.95
10oz RIB-EYE STEAK
Cooked to your liking served with sautéed onions and mushrooms with skin-on chips and pepper sauce
(1a 3 6 7 9 12)
€42.00
PRAWN & SMOKED SALMON PASTA
Prawn and smoked salmon in a cream white wine sauce, spinach served with linguine pasta and garlic bread
1a 2 4 7 12)
€26.95
MERCHANTS ARCH CREAMY SEAFOOD PIE
Selection of cod, salmon, smoked fish in a creamy white wine sauce topped with cheese mash, served with seasonal vegetables
(1a 4 6 7 9 12)
€27.00
PAN FRIED DARNE OF SALMON
Served with white wine garlic sauce on a bed of mash with seasonal green vegetables
1a 4 6 7 9 12)
€26.95
CHICKEN AND HAM PIE
In a creamy white wine sauce served with chips and garnish
(1a 6 7 9 12)
€25.95
FISH & CHIPS
Deep fried beer battered cod served with pea purée, tartar sauce and lemon with skin-on chips
(1a 1c 3 4 6 7 10 12
€25.95
CHICKEN WINGS & CHIPS
Served with hot or barbeque sauce, Blue cheese dip, celery and skin-on chips
(3 6 7 9 12)
€25.95
HALLOUMI & FALAFEL SALAD BOWL
Grilled halloumi with falafel balls served on a bed of greens, with red onions, cherry tomatoes black olives, and mango and chili dressing
1a 3 6 7 9 10 12 VT V)
€23.95
VEGGIE PASTA
Tagliatelle cooked with cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach and spring onions with a spicy garlic and tomato sauce, served with garlic bread
(1a V)
€23.00
CAJUN CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
Served with bacon and cos lettuce and croutons and homemade caesar dressing
(1a 3 4 6 7 10 12)
€24.95
BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN BURGER
Served with crispy lettuce, tomato, red onion, homemade sauce and skin-on chips
(1 6 7 9 12)
€24.95
BLACK & BLUE BURGER
Served with blue cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Cajun sauce & skin-on chips
(1a 3 7 9 10)
€24.50
BACON & CHEESE BURGER
Served with crispy lettuce, tomato, red onion, homemade sauce & skin-on chips
(1a 3 7 9 10)
€24.50
HALLOUMI BURGER
Grilled halloumi cheese, served with crispy lettuce, red onion tomato, honey mustard sauce & skin-on chips
(1 1A 7 8 11 12)
€23.95
NOTE: All burgers are served in a brioche bun
You can substitute skin-on-fries for homemade sweet potato fries (€3.50 Extra)
Side Orders
MARKET VEGETABLES (7 9 V ) €6.95 SKIN-ON CHIPS (V) €6.95 MASHED POTATOES (7 V) €4.95 HOMEMADE SWEET POTATO FRIES (7 9 V) €7.95 ONION RINGS (1a 7 12 VT) €6.95
BREAD SELECTIONS - 2 SLICES:
GARLIC (1a 7 12 VT) €6.95 GLUTEN FREE (VT) €4.95 BROWN (1a 3 7 12 VT) €4.95 GUINNESS (1a 3 6 7 VT) €5.95
Desserts
APPLE CRUMBLE PIE
Served with vanilla ice cream
(1 1a 3 6 12)
€10.95
HOMEMADE CHEESECAKE
Served with vanilla ice cream
(1a 7)
€10.95
HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE FONDANT
Served with salted caramel ice cream
(1a 3 6 7)
€10.95
BANOFFI PIE
Biscuit based pie with toffee and banana,
topped with cream. Served with vanilla ice cream.
(1a 7)
€10.95
CREAMY LEMON PIE
Baked biscuit creamy lemon pie topped with cream and served with vanilla ice cream
(1a 7 VT)
€15.95
BLACK FOREST ROULADE
Served with coulis
(1 3 6 7 8 12)
€10.95
SALTED CARAMEL ICE CREAM
Served with caramel sauce
(7)
€9.95
SELECTION OF ICE CREAM
Vanilla, Chocolate & Strawberry
(7)
€9.95
ALLERGENS
1 Gluten; 1a Wheat; 1b Rye; 1c Barley; 1d Oats; 2 Crustaceans; 3 Eggs; 4 Fish; 5 Peanuts; 6 Soybeans; 7 Milk; 8 Nuts; 8aAlmonds; 8b Hazelnuts; 8c Walnuts; 8d Cashews; 8e Pecan nuts; 8f Brazil nuts; 8g Pistachio nuts; 8h Macadamia nuts; 9 Celery; 10 Mustard; 11 Sesame Seeds; 12 Sulphites; 13 Lupin; 14 Molluscs; VT Vegetarian; V Vegan.
Dinner Reviews From Our Clients
Went for dinner in dublin and this pub was amazing, Good Irish food, plenty of Guinness, and amazing Irish singer/ guitar player belting out Irish and boomer toons. We had a very short layover, and I can't imagine a better place to spend our evening.
Jeoff Roach
Fantastic. Live music, amazing atmosphere. The Guiness and steak pie was incredible. My only regret was eating here on my first day. It was a shame the best meal of my trip was on the first day. Highly recommend if your seeking a really nice dinner in Dublin.
Colin Campbell
Planning a group Dinner in Dublin?
Feel free to order directly from our evening menu, perfect for relaxed dinners, group catch-ups, or a night out in Temple Bar. Prefer something more organised? Fill in the form below and we’ll be happy to arrange a customised set dinner menu for your group.
Not able to make Dinner?
Join us earlier in the day instead. We serve a traditional Irish breakfast menu from 9am to 12pm, followed by a lunch menu packed with light dishes and pub favourites until 3pm. Whether you’re starting your day right or popping in for a midday bite, we’ve got you covered.
FAQ About Our Dinner Service
What time is dinner served at The Merchant’s Arch?
Dinner is served daily from 3pm to 10.30pm, with a menu full of traditional Irish dishes and evening favourites.
Do I need to book a table for dinner?
Walk-ins are always welcome, but we recommend booking in advance, especially for evening times and weekends.
Is live music available during dinner?
Yes, live traditional Irish music takes place in the bar area. If you'd like to enjoy live music while dining, be sure to request a table in the bar or mezzanine area when booking.
Do you offer vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes, we have a selection of vegetarian dishes, and some can be adapted to suit vegan diets. Just ask our team when ordering and we’ll be happy to help.
Can we book for group dinners or events?
Absolutely. We welcome group bookings and can arrange tailored set menus on request, just get in touch to plan your visit.
Evenings at The Merchant’s Arch: Music, Events & More
Planning a wedding, a company night out, or just chasing the best live music in Dublin? You’ll find it all at The Merchant’s Arch, right beside the iconic Ha’penny Bridge in Temple Bar. From daytime dining to lively nights upstairs and down, our venue is buzzing from breakfast through to last orders.
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