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McGettigan's JBR

Bar Irish pub

👍 Went there for quick drinks with my husband. The staff is sweet and service quick. We got shrimp popcorn and then avocado mango salad. Both were good. We got Hoegaarden on the tap. The bar is pretty from the inside and great to just hang out. People often mention good, great, service, staff, friendly, Dubai, Good, atmosphere, drinks, Great,


Address

Lobby Level - The Walk - Dubai Marina - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Website

www.mcgettigans.com

Contact

+971 4 318 2580

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1.3K reviews)

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  • 4/5 Astha B. 1 year ago on Google
    Went there for quick drinks with my husband. The staff is sweet and service quick. We got shrimp popcorn and then avocado mango salad. Both were good. We got Hoegaarden on the tap. The bar is pretty from the inside and great to just hang out.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hannu-Daniel G. 2 months ago on Google • 315 reviews New
    I had Rum & Coke and the Wagyu Beef Chili Nachos. I can recommend it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SoVerySueThing 1 year ago on Google
    Great view of the Burj Al Arab! Delicious chicken wings and great service… 🌸 definitely worth a stop when visiting the Madinat Jumeirah souk. They had happy hour every day except Saturdays from 3-9 when we were there, sadly we were a bit early, but something to consider when visiting.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Akshay P. 1 year ago on Google
    If you're looking to have a great time with good vibes, Mcgettigan's is the place to go. I can't stop coming back here. Precious the host have been a great part of the reason I come back...she ensure all my orders are correct and the very on time service is amazing for sure will be back again and again... the food is amazing and service out of this world... 🥂
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Frank L. 1 year ago on Google
    I’m Irish and was pleased surprised and happy with the service, music, atmosphere and they accommodated me with the match I wanted to see! It was a very random one but they got it done I would like to thank Jyoti Brandon and Damith for keeping my pint full and making sure I was happy they are good people! The music is amazing I have to say
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lynette W. 4 years ago on Google
    Super amazing with very friendly waiters and a great crowd!! Karaoke night was lit!! Ambience is just perfect and the burger is delicious! Totally felt at home:)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Paul M. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely bar. But incredibly expensive. Not personal against the bar. Just Dubai in general. £9.05 for a beer in happy hour. Absolutely ridiculous. Don't expect a euro a beer like Benidorm, but come on £9.05 for a pint of Heineken in happy hour. Wow
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anita S. 1 year ago on Google
    Located inside the Hilton JBR, this restaurant and bar is always busy with tourists and local residents. A place to get a drink, enjoy Irish cuisines, watch some sports while listening to some trendy tunes. Check for some specials and events on its websites.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mr P. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice bar with comfy plush seating music and sports screens. Good service all round from very polite and attentive staff. I know it’s a bit Brits on Tour but they have a great pint of Guinness. A tad pricey but that’s Dubs for you. Highly recommended for a break from the heat and a taste of home comforts.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joshua M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and excellent staff. This place has become a regular spot when I'm in JBR; which is the best part of DXB to stay. Jyoti was quick to offer recommendations and to move us to better tables once they opened up. Quick & friendly service, solid comfort foods and refreshing drinks. For those who want real pork bacon & sausage whether for an Irish Breakfast or on a burger! Beef ain't bacon!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 chris-ann s. 1 year ago on Google
    McGettigan's JBR is a nice place where me and my friends had fun. This is an amazing bar to go with friends and special someone and the food is great. We liked the personality of one of your personnel, Precious, she is an accommodating and congenial host. You did an appreciable doing in hiring such a pleasing company employee most especially an Asian individual.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Dominic 1 month ago on Google • 113 reviews New
    Lunch. My wife ordered the lunch deal, it was good value, nachos big serving and tasty. Her bangers and mash were ok. I ordered fish and chips from the alacarte menu, it was terrible. Mushy soft fish, soft batter, lukewarm potato wedges, overcooked mashed peas. For an Irish pub to get this house favourite so wrong is inexcusable. Service is good. Good prices for beers. I would recommend trying other dishes to check if they are better. Nice place to watch sports and gather with friends.

  • 5/5 Roa A. 2 months ago on Google • 104 reviews New
    Great atmosphere I love this sport bar . The service is so good and fast and the staff are so friendly. You meet nice people there to talk about sports. I loved their burgers and drinks too.

  • 1/5 Boban T. 2 months ago on Google • 51 reviews New
    Overcooked steak despite ordering medium ... Ms. Sorcha.. I happen to see your response to my earlier comment. Sorry to say that your response doesn't show the full picture. You wrote that, I complained to you after I have eaten. Is that true? Let me remind you to your selective memory that, I complained to your waitress while eating it. She told me she would inform the concerned. When there wasn't any response, I called her again. Then she brought you to the scene. You saw the overcooked meat in my plate and the spit out meat in the tissue. Remember it now? You said you'll inform the cook. I said I'll eat the properly cooked part. Almost 1/4 th of the steak was overcooked. You saw it and were convinced of my complaint. Yet your management skills didn't stop you from billing fully. When I raised it, immediately you reduced a pint's amount. So it wasn't as gracious as it sounded in your reply. Don't live in denial. As you grow up you'll learn to accept the truth. C u next week if you're still there

  • 4/5 Pres 3 months ago on Google • 35 reviews New
    Inviting ambience, classic, friendly and efficient service adds to overall positive experience. Nice choice for a lively and enjoyable evening. Note: you can’t smoke inside.

  • 5/5 Thang T. 2 months ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    Always happy to be here and specially shout out to Chris and Merry, you guys are always taking care of me and that’s the reason I keeps in coming back. Hilton is lucky to have you as their superstar employees. See you soon again …!! C you when u c you 😍

  • 5/5 Thomas S. 1 month ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    wunderbares Irish Pub (natürlich) mit Guinness vom Fass. Die Cocktails auch sehr empfehlenswert!!

  • 4/5 Tarun M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place for a beer and live music, good atmosphere

  • 5/5 Usama Z. 4 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite pubs in Dubai. Absolutely love it. Lovely staff too.

  • 5/5 Peter L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super cozy place, worth a visit (Original) Super hyggelig sted, er besøg værd

  • 5/5 POOR K. 2 years ago on Google
    We had wonderful treats from Dilki, again thank you Wonder Woman, you were the best..!!! Hope see you again in McGETTIGAN’S..!

  • 5/5 Dune J. 2 years ago on Google
    Visit to enjoy the beer 🍺 place , atmosphere nice greenish ) Parking available in hilton hotel' valet parking

  • 5/5 Niya r. 2 years ago on Google
    Sarah was my server for the second time. She was great she got everything I needed and she made me feel comfortable. I would eat here again!

  • 4/5 Randhir V. 2 years ago on Google
    I was visiting Dubai after 6 months and spotted this during my JBR walk. Great place to chill

  • 5/5 Талгат �. 2 years ago on Google
    The best place in this area among restaurants. We've been in 3 other places, but dishes are better in this place. If you want not only chicken and seafood visit this one.

  • 1/5 Katrin G. 2 years ago on Google
    No educate duty manager and more less class educated girl manager !!!! My girl friend has problem in restaurant! Nice girl , she have good work and travel around a world . Almost few weeks ago she had birthday party and came to Mr.Gettigans for few drink !!! She were wear in short beach dress and expensive shoes on high heels ! She was very curious, because started had full of propositions from men in this pub about escort from different table !! Much more important that “duty “ manager and “manager” had fight with she , very funny that not with another guests !!! Very important to say , that my girl friend have more brilliant reputation, she have small babies and totally didn’t come flirt with anyone there !!! In this day she had too much nervous and stayed in hospital of course about this situation !!! And one more min. no one from your managers didn’t talk that the better didn’t come to pub in short dress , because guests there are crazy !!! Very bad that so nice place like pub Mr. Gettingan’s far away from good service !!! I wish that in future this situation can be regulate !!! For this moment , if you a nice girl in short dress the better not come to pub , because for our bad luck escort there VERY ALLOWED, and “managers” allowed this !!!!

  • 5/5 Pat N. 2 years ago on Google
    "Maid" Marion was a superstar at the head of this awesome team. Jyothi was our great waitress who was funny, informative and made us make good informed decisions - the all-day breakfast was excellent value for money including the 3 drinks ;) we added Sticky Toffee Pudding + Ice-Cream at the end---WORTH IT. THANK.YOU guys - we will be back. An incredibly laid back with great food and ambience - plus highlights of sports on the many many tele's. AWESOME CRAIC!

  • 5/5 Scott P. 2 years ago on Google
    Went to watch the football and for happy hour, had a great time and plenty of staff to keep the drinks flowing. Phoned to book in advance which was good as it did get busier with football season in swing now.

  • 5/5 Tony M. 2 years ago on Google
    I have been to hundreds of pubs in my life, some good, some bad. Last night I witnessed a well oiled machine at McGettigan's JBR. The service and support from the staff was unparalleled to anything I have ever seen, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank all for a memorable experience 👍 Keep up the good work and I look forward to visiting again in the coming weeks and months.

  • 4/5 Sean Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Very pleasant pub where we enjoyed watching the UK football on multiple screens. To its great credit this is a NO SMOKING venue which is a pleasure to find in Dubai, so for us, scores highly in this respect. The service was excellent, as you'd expect. Though the non-smoking is a big plus, the main reason that I have to hold off giving it 5 stars is the pricing. To be fair, they do offer a 50% 4 hour 'happy hour deal' without which it would really be horrendous, but even so it's a class act at daylight robbery! Just go between 4 and 8pm and get a big beer, and it's not too painful. Updated on re-visit March 2021 Still overall a favourable smoke-free environment. Enjoyed a good pork bacon and sausage full cooked breakfast

  • 5/5 Hikari K. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic service. From start to finish. You can tell the beer is well treated behind the scenes. The Beer and platter combo deal was amazing. Warm welcome and a heartfelt goodbye. I shall be coming back for sure.

  • 3/5 hopperado 1 year ago on Google
    A very busy and noisy place - no wonder - just in the middle of Dubai's The Walk area. Live music too loud - prevents from a seamless conversation at the table. Yet a very good place to watch a EPL match. Miss Kenya amongs the service staff. Some waiters attentive, some not - pretending to be always top busy and waving hands does not always help. Good rose wine.

  • 5/5 Deb S. 5 months ago on Google
    Many thanks tonight to Tillo for his wonderful kind attention and service. We shall be returning very soon. Amazing food (thank you to the chefs) and as mentioned superb service. Thank you to the team here. Definitely 5 star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

  • 4/5 Hari kumar M. 6 months ago on Google
    Had a wonderful experience at McGettigan's JBR! The ambiance was lively, the food was delectable, and the overall vibe was nothing short of fantastic. A special mention goes out to our server, Precious and Dilki. She was attentive, friendly, and made our dining experience all the more memorable. Highly recommend paying a visit!

  • 5/5 Steve E. 1 year ago on Google
    Great wait staff, absolutely delicious food, very nice atmosphere. The fish and chips were amazing.

  • 5/5 Danica Marie A. 4 months ago on Google
    This place is so fun! Thanks to the team who entertained us especially Ms. Precious, she's very accomodating and very funny, made our night with so much enjoyment! Will recommend this pub to my other friends, we'll visit again soon!

  • 5/5 Andrea D. 1 year ago on Google
    Everything was of top standard. The waiters and waitresses (especially Ronna) did a great job. Very attentive and friendly. One of the coolest Pub in Dubai. Cozy and comfortable. Will definitely visit again. ❤️😊

  • 5/5 May 1 year ago on Google
    Saturday is very fun to chill out with your friends there. Free style club. Music is nice. The best thing is there is no minimum spending amount there. Drinks are not expensive. One beer is just 45Aed

  • 5/5 Vanessa de la C. 1 year ago on Google
    I’ve visited last few days with my friends.. We enjoyed everything. The food, drinks, the place and most especially the service.. Big thanks to CHRISTIAN who give his best to assist us. This staff is gem of the place. He is so kind and Hospitable.

  • 5/5 Carol G. 3 months ago on Google New
    Loved this place friendly efficient staff great atmosphere can't comment on the food as we didn't eat there however it all looked good. It was my birthday on our visit and I am not sure how they knew but they bought me a cake out complete with a candle and song this was a lovely surprise and very thoughtful 😊 thanks for your hospitality we will definitely visit again if/when we return to Dubai x

  • 5/5 Waleed 4 months ago on Google
    Exceptional experience! I give them my outmost recommendation. The service was on point we were helped by Tylla and Vera they were so kind attentive. I loved it! I strongly recommend them.

  • 5/5 Apple F. 4 months ago on Google
    I came with my boyfriend to have some drinks and food at the same time. There’s a lot of server in this pub but precious standout because of her energetic and funny style. She made us laugh the whole time we stayed here. Pecious is so precious❣️

  • 3/5 swati t. 3 years ago on Google
    So, after hearing a lot about McGettigan’s I finally visited the pub. The moment you enter, this place really gives you beautiful vibes. The staff is really polite and friendly. But the food wasn’t great except for the fries and of course the drinks. Since i eat only chicken. The menu had only a few options and to my surprise they dint have even those dishes available. Rating wise I would rate- Ambience: 5 star Food : 1 star Cocktails: 4 star Staff :5 star Price : 2

  • 4/5 Tjokorde P. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved the new and improved bar

  • 5/5 Hussein S. 4 years ago on Google
    Best of the best Irish bars

  • 5/5 Gerd 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice pub, great live music, great atmosphere, in the middle of Dubai Marina (Original) Sehr schöner Pub, super live Musik, tolle Stimmung , mitten in Dubai Marina

  • 1/5 aj 4 years ago on Google
    Horrible souless place

  • 5/5 pretty&simple 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely ambiance, good music, good coffee and tasty food.

  • 5/5 Addison G. 3 years ago on Google
    Love this place.

  • 2/5 Jorge Daniel Rivero M. 3 years ago on Google
    Expensive, not value for money

  • 4/5 Thinus G. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was good. Good atmosphere. Service was excellent.

  • 5/5 waheed g. 3 years ago on Google
    Smoking not allowed Small bar Friendly Stuff ? Good for watching Football

  • 5/5 sue m. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly - good fast service - very clean - great Pinot

  • 5/5 Darren S. 3 years ago on Google
    non smoking

  • 5/5 Hannu K. 3 years ago on Google
    My first visit just a few days ago. Very positive experience. Good selection of drinks and food. Especially, l like the clean air inside the pub.

  • 5/5 Fred 4 years ago on Google
    Great to see this mcgettigans is smoke free! Breakfast deal is great- small fry up with 3 pints for 129 including Guinness. Though there isn't really any difference between the large and small breakfast. Staff were attentive and friendly. Opens at 10 which is earlier than others and offers a relaxed environment.

  • 5/5 Atila Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place for watching sports events while having a drink.

  • 5/5 Brenda M. 4 years ago on Google
    Just back from a fabulous holiday in Dubai. Stayed on JBR and fell in love with McGettigans JBR!! Not only is it a fantastic 'No Smoking' bar (few and far between in Dubai) but the atmosphere is second to none. There was even a pub quiz midweek and a great live band singing a variety of music. The food is also wonderful, their signature wings went down a treat with my husband!!! Also the manager Liam was so helpful and friendly each time we visited, he even managed to find us a Dubai map and give us some tourist advice on the sights to see. Definitely recommend this bar and hopefully we will be back soon!

  • 5/5 Peter C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great staff, usually very busy

  • 4/5 Kevin T. 3 years ago on Google
    Cold beer, good food (Bangers & Mash), friendly, attentive staff and great location. What's not to like?

  • 5/5 Nduta G. 4 years ago on Google
    Ambience *tick* Service *tick* Food was great and our Kenyan waitress was lovely, funny and made our night there enjoyable.

  • 5/5 Sylvain M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice pub. Good atmosphere and impeccable service. (Original) Pub sympa. Bonne ambiance et service impeccable.

  • 5/5 Michael J. 3 years ago on Google
    Very Good food great sports bar

  • 5/5 I am L. 4 years ago on Google
    i like to Visit any Mcgetingen's day time. very calm and cosy. this one is good place to have few cold Guiness after beach ?

  • 2/5 Jeremy V. 4 years ago on Google
    Sorry is a tourist expat trap, although alcohol appeared to be comparatively priced by UAE standards, the food was of a low standard compared to the price.

  • 4/5 Russell M. 4 years ago on Google
    It was a vibrant place to watch the rugby, quick service on the main street.

  • 4/5 Andrea B. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice, happy and well located place for a night out with friends

  • 4/5 Anthony P. 4 years ago on Google
    Good breakfast ?

  • 5/5 Sheetal Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Superb hangout place..nice music

  • 5/5 Павел �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Large selection of beers and snacks. Good atmosphere. (Original) Большой выбор пива и закусок. Хорошая атмосфера.

  • 4/5 Rikki-Lee B. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food. Staff are very friendly. Wait was not too long for food or drinks. Really enjoyed it and would definitely come back.

  • 4/5 Thomas R. 4 years ago on Google
    Is good Gunness..

  • 4/5 Mary N. 4 years ago on Google
    The ambiance and their customer service is great.

  • 5/5 Paul S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great quiz night on Wednesday evening.

  • 5/5 Maged S. 4 years ago on Google
    Ask me to pay your villa or apartment in la Mer by Meraas Dubai

  • 5/5 Miroslav D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Bar where is tapped super beer and great food. (Original) Bar kde je čapované super pivo a skvelé jedlo.

  • 4/5 john joe flaherty p. 4 years ago on Google
    Good bar with good food

  • 3/5 Michael W. 4 years ago on Google
    Well placed being a short walk from the public beach access. Stopped for a light bite after the beach. I had the apple crumble - it wasn't really a crumble, more like a pie with some crumble topping. That said, it was pretty decent - good size portion, well filled, tasty. Good offers on during happy hour. I'd go back.

  • 5/5 Paul S. 4 years ago on Google
    Another great quiz night!

  • 4/5 Jérôme de B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice pub (Original) Nice pub

  • 5/5 Amanda M. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Wonderful experience being served by my waiter Tyllabay. I had a delicious burger and found the Guinness to be excellent. Would. Definitely go back!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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