Event/Party Terms & Conditions

Event Terms & Conditions – Biddy’s O’Barnes

Last Updated: May 2026

1. Guest Count & The “90% Rule”

Final guest counts and food orders are due **10 days prior** to the event.
- The 90% Rule:** To ensure the viability of private events, food must be ordered for at least **90% of the estimated guest count** (e.g., a party of 100 guests requires a minimum food order for 90 people).
No “Drinks-Only” Bookings:** All private parties and events must include a pre-booked food package.
If additional guests enter your party above the agreed count, they will be charged at the agreed per-head rate.
Supervision of Minors: Children under 18 must be supervised by an adult at all times.
- Departure Time: In accordance with licensing laws and house policy, all minors must vacate the premises by 9:00 PM (10:00 PM during summer months).

2. Payment & Deposits

A **€200 deposit** is required to secure your date. Your booking is not confirmed until this is received and acknowledged by our team.
Cancellations made 30+ days before the event will receive a full refund.
Payment in full is required on the day of the event. We do not offer split bills.
Any additional food or drink orders on the night will be added to the Host’s final bill at the standard à la carte rate.

3. Event Scheduling & Arrival

Weekend Policy:
- Saturday and Sunday parties (including Bank Holiday Mondays) **cannot start before 6:00 PM** to protect daytime trade.
Grace Period: We hold reserved tables/areas for a maximum of **15 minutes** from the booking time. If the group has not arrived within this window, the space may be released to our waitlist.
Table Duration: Standard reservations are for 2 hours. However, private parties starting after 6:00 PM will generally have the area for the remainder of the evening.

4. Decorating & Access

DIY Access: Access for decorating is available 30 minutes prior to the event start time.
Drop-Off Service: Items may be dropped off the morning of the event for our team to put up. However, items must be in ‘ready-to-hang condition’ (e.g., balloons must be blown up, banners strung, etc.). Our team cannot assemble decorations on your behalf
Approved Materials:
We operate a **”Blu-Tack only”** policy.
No glitter, confetti, tape, nails, staples, or glue may be used on walls or furniture.
Collection: Any items (decor, cake tins, etc.) left behind must be collected within **2 days**.

5. Catering & Alcohol

No outside food or drink is permitted, with the exception of birthday cakes (subject to management approval) and Bottles of Wine (€15 per bottle corkage applies)
We strictly adhere to Irish Licensing Laws. Alcohol service is at staff discretion, and we reserve the right to refuse service to any guest who appears intoxicated.
Age-Specific Events: We welcome 18th and 21st birthday celebrations; however, strict ID checks will be in place for all guests.

6. Music & Entertainment

Music must be booked and paid for by the Host.
All live music or DJs must end by “Last Call” (see closing times).
Noise levels must comply with limits set by venue staff to respect our neighbours and other patrons.

7. Closing Times

8. Transport

9. Conduct & Liability

The Host is responsible for guest behaviour. Verbal or physical abuse toward staff will result in the immediate termination of the event without a refund.
Biddy’s O’Barnes is not liable for lost or damaged personal property or vehicles parked on the premises.
By attending, guests consent to being photographed for promotional purposes unless staff are informed otherwise in advance.

**These terms are subject to change at anytime. The version in effect at the time of your deposit payment will apply.**