Pubs will not reopen on Monday, following a recommendation by the National Public Health Emergency Team.
Cabinet will meet later to consider giving Gardaí new powers to shut down pubs on the spot for breaching Covid-19 rules.
Organising or attending a gathering of more than 6 people may also be made an offence, in an effort to crack down on house parties.
Cork Publican Michael O'Donovan says Government should close off-licences and ban supermarkets from selling alcohol.
