Celebrating Something Special?
Our venue is the perfect spot for birthdays, family gatherings, or work nights out.
We can host events for up to 100 guests – let us help you make your occasion unforgettable.
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Planning a private event? Birthday celebration? Or perhaps a cosy family gathering? Whatever the occasion, we can be your ideal venue.
Live sporting venue
We are always match-ready at Merchant Bar
Catch the game on our huge big screen with black out curtains!
If it is on TV, then your sporting event will be available at The Merchant Bar ! with 5 screens we can usually show more than one sporting event at a time
So if you enjoy tracking the progress of your premiership team, keeping up with the Champions League and Euro Qualifiers, like your Six Nations and Champions Cup Rugby, then The merchant bar is your place to be.
We give preference to local Galway and Irish international men’s and women’s games.
Cocktail Making Class
If you’re planning a hen party, birthday celebration, or team-building event, our Cocktail Making Class is the perfect start!
Join us at Merchant Bar & Restaurant for a lively 2-hour session where you’ll learn the tricks of the trade from our experienced bartender. You’ll master the art of cocktail-making while enjoying:
✨ One delicious signature cocktail
🍹A chance to create the cocktail of your choice
🎉 A relaxed, fun-filled atmosphere in the heart of Galway
Price: €30 per person
Get ready to shake, muddle, and stir your way to cocktail perfection!
