Irish · Temple Bar, Co. Dublin
Merchant's Arch Pub Temple Bar
Hours unconfirmed Typical hours shown — call ahead
Opening hours
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| Monday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
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| Tuesday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
| Thursday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
| Friday today | 12:00 – 21:30 |
| Saturday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 21:30 |
Unconfirmed: these are typical hours for similar irish venues in Temple Bar. Please phone ahead.
Full hours & directions48-49 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Co. Dublin, D02 RC56
- CuisineIrish
- Price€€
- Nearest stationTara Street Station · 580 m
- SeatingOutdoor tables
About Merchant's Arch
Merchant's Arch brings an Irish pub and kitchen experience to Wellington Quay, Temple Bar. The cooking is proudly Irish: hearty stews, fresh seafood and quality local beef.
The nearest well-known landmark is Ha'penny Bridge, approximately 50 m on foot (1 min). Public transport is handy: Tara Street Station station lies roughly 580 m from the door. Our Temple Bar guide currently covers 303 venues, so there is plenty nearby for comparison. Only is right next door if you want to compare.
Good to know: outdoor seating are available here.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Irish |
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| Type | Pub and kitchen |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Address | 48-49 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Co. Dublin, D02 RC56 |
| Eircode | D02 RC56 |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Wheelchair access | No |
| Nearest station | Tara Street Station (580 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Ha'penny Bridge (50 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 0.5 km (city centre) |
| Coordinates | 53.34593, -6.26282 |
Menu highlights
What to order at Merchant's Arch
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€17.50
Beef Burger
Irish beef patty, cheddar, bacon jam, brioche bun, fries
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€17.50
Roast of the Day
Carved roast with seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes and gravy
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€9
Seafood Chowder
Creamy chowder of hake, salmon and smoked haddock with Guinness brown bread
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€10
Crispy Brie
Panko-crumbed brie with cranberry and port compote
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€27
Lamb Shank
Braised Wicklow lamb shank, rosemary jus, champ
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€19.50
Fish & Chips
Beer-battered cod, hand-cut chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of pub and kitchen. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for irish venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 12:00 – 21:30
- Sunset in Temple Bar today: 19:00
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 303 places to eat in Temple Bar
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Where is Merchant's Arch?
Merchant's Arch is located at 48-49 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Co. Dublin, D02 RC56. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Merchant's Arch?
Verified opening hours have not been published for this venue yet, so we show typical hours for similar restaurants in the area. Please phone ahead before travelling.
Is Merchant's Arch wheelchair accessible?
It is recorded as not wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Merchant's Arch?
The closest alternatives are Only (10 m), Eatokyo (20 m) and Frank and Honest Coffee (20 m).
What is the nearest train station?
Tara Street Station is about 580 m away, roughly 7 minutes on foot.
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