Dubai, hold on to your pint glasses, McGettigan’s has taken its Irish flair and flung it into the open air. After 14 years of ruling JLT with fish, chips, and a healthy dose of craic, the iconic pub brand has set up a fresh new spot in Iris, Meydan. And no, it’s not just a cut-and-paste job, it’s got fresh vibes, a leafy outdoor setting, and all the usual suspects on the menu.
McGettigan At Iris: JLT’s Favourite Pub Just Went Al Fresco
This new branch is the love child of McGettigan’s and nightlife connoisseurs Addmind, and it’s packing all the essentials: live tunes, quiz nights, buzzy banter, and a food-and-drink lineup that could convert even the pickiest eater.
What’s On The Menu?
Craving comfort food with an Irish passport? McGettigan’s delivers. Expect the classics, crispy fish & chips, stacked burgers, and roast dinners that would make your nan emotional.
But it’s not just about stuffing your face (although, let’s be honest, that’s a big part of it). There’s a Tuesday Ladies’ Night where Dhs75 gets you three drinks and AED 75 off your food bill, a double win for your tastebuds and wallet. And if Sundays are sacred in your book, don’t miss their traditional roast with all the trimmings, starting from just AED 149. Yorkshire puddings? Gravy rivers? Yes, please.
Add to that happy hour deals and a full bar that pours everything from craft beers to cheeky cocktails, and suddenly your weekends just got booked solid.
Same McGettigan’s Magic, Just Sunnier
McGettigan’s at Iris isn’t your average outdoor pub garden. It’s got that sweet spot where casual meets cool, with the same warm welcome you’d get in Dublin, just with more sunshine and fewer layers.
It’s ideal for long, lazy lunches, quiz-night showdowns, and that spontaneous after-work hang that turns into an all-nighter. With live music keeping the energy high, and that iconic green-and-gold charm still very much intact, you’ll forget you’re in a desert.
So ditch the stuffy indoors, grab a pint, and let the good times roll. Just don’t forget to book a cab, those happy hours sneak up on you.
Where: Meydan Grandstand, Dubai
When: Mon–Thu 4 pm–1 am, Fri–Sun 12 pm–3 am
Cover Image Courtesy:McGettigan’s at Iris/Instagram
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