Host Your Next Private Event at The Dubliner: A Capitol Hill Institution


Established in 1974 by Daniel J. Coleman, The Dubliner is a family-owned Capitol Hill landmark delivering authentic Irish hospitality steps from the U.S. Capitol. Located across from Union Station inside the Phoenix Park Hotel, it offers supreme guest convenience, live Irish music nightly, classic comfort food and one of the largest Guinness pours in the U.S.

Private Events & Capabilities

The Dubliner hosts corporate breakfast meetings, business lunches, seated dinners and receptions for 20-250 guests in a variety of indoor spaces.

The Snug (30 seated / 40 standing):
A cozy private room with mosaic tile flooring. Perfect for small dinners and reception-style gatherings.

Coleman Terrace (50 seated / 60 standing):
A fully enclosed all-season patio with bi-fold windows for indoor/outdoor flexibility - complete with a satellite bar serving Guinness on tap!

The President’s Bar (30 guests):
Historic spot where President Obama famously enjoyed a St. Patrick’s Day Guinness, this bar is ideal for intimate happy hours.

Front Bar & Coleman Terrace (120 guests):
Authentic pub atmosphere with access to The Dubliner’s main bar featuring its full selection of whiskeys. Hire one of the pub’s traditional Irish musicians to perform live for your private gathering!

Full Buyouts:
Option to buyout full Dubliner for large-scale receptions.