McGettigans JLT

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  • Amenities: Over 21, Serves Food, Outdoor Seating, Indoor Seating, Table Service, Allows Smoking, Taxi Available, Accepts Reservations, General Entry
  • Payments: Credit/Debit Cards
  • Parking: Street Parking, Private Parking
  1. TRouss

    Dubai, UAE

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    11/02/2013

    SERIOUSLY? We are in 21st century!!! RACIST STAFF (didn't know they exist in 21st century) - disrespectful and unfriendly, worst service, and worse managerial skills, 1. Clients should be treated with full respect and the staff should be totally trained to do so 2. Managers should not be lying about country laws to just back up their arguments 3.if you are in Dubai, you respect Dubai and Arab culture and not treat people in condescending way or allow urselves to open pubs that do so. I.e. ur famous mcgettigans The story is really sad and m ashamed to say that such mentality exists in 21st century. Racism ??? Seriously??? Last thing I expected. It's a shame. Besides, bouncers should NEVER EVER treat people with disrespect and carelessness. I hope u can recruit people and put laws in place that do make sense!! I am really SHOCKED by how racist, impolite and uneducated mcgettigans staff are. We are in the 21st century. Know your employees and respect ur clientele!!!! (this is not to mention the rude and so unsmiley staff and service).

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Dear TRouss, We would like to sincerely apologize for the incident that occurred when you recently visited McGettigan’s JLT. Kindly refer to the email we have send you yesterday. In case you haven't received it, please let us know. Best regards, Lester M. Perera Security Manager

      14/02/2013 - Report
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  2. Kitty2wp

    Dubai, UAE

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    11/11/2012

    I love this place - excellent food, music is great - and i love that i can smoke there and so do all my friends who go there. Drinking, smoking, eating, dancing - it all goes together so well.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Dear Kitty2wp, Thanks for your review! It's grand to hear that you like it here and we hope to see you again soon! All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s JLT Team

      13/11/2012 - Report
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  3. SweetFace26

    Dubai, UAE

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    10

    31/10/2012

    I love the atmosphere here, very good english pub-by feeling. The outdoor seating is cool, but wish they would open it up more. The place gets soooo smokey you can hardly breathe. The live music on the weekends really sets the mood, and my favorite thing on the menu are the fish n chips. :)

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Dear SweetFace26, Thank for your comments! It was great to hear that you like the live music we offer and, of course, our famous fish & chips. We hope to see you again soon! All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s JLT Team

      11/11/2012 - Report
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  4. Outlier

    Dubai, UAE

    23/10/2012

    I felt I had to come back for another review after the nice comment I received from the management team. So, I decided to have lunch at McGettigan's today. Staff is extremely friendly as usual. I asked (Rhoy), what is their specialty for lunch and he suggested "pork bangers and mash". Hesitantly, I agreed. Having one bite and all I can think of is:"OMG"! This is soo good, I couldn't wait to go home to write about! the seating outside is nice, they got it open and the weather isn't bad at all. However, Wifi is only indoors. I might stay a little more and try their dinner menu too! ;) Tonight (Tuesday) is QUIZ night! :)))

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hello again! Well, cheers for that! Thanks for coming back and it was great to see that you really enjoyed your lunch. Your comment re. wifi availability has been noted and we'll look into the possibility of providing a 'wireless beergarden' in the future. All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s JLT Team

      25/10/2012 - Report
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  5. CherryPie

    Dubai, UAE

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    17/10/2012

    An Irish pub is not normally my thang, but seeing as people from work were all going, I didn't want to be a poor sport. When I walked in at 8pm there was a quiz going on and the place was packed. I guess Tuesday is Quiz night? This was fun and it seemed like the entire venue was getting involved and this is great to see in Dubs. Now, let's talk about the service...The staff are not the most attentive and our waitress really looked like she would rather be elsewhere but after a few ciders all was well and she warmed up to us. Now for the food...First of all as Decker and Zman mentioned below, the smoke is pretty bad so eating in that is not a great experience. I chose the two greasiest items on the menu and was jel when I saw my friend's bangers and mash. What you should expect....an Irish pub.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Dear CherryPie, Thank you for your comments. It looks like you enjoyed your visit & liked the food, though please accept our apologies for the service shortfalls you experienced. In regards to the smoke, we have already taken various steps to tackle the issue, however, it appears that we're not quite there yet. We are considering several other options in terms of smoke management and will be making a decision soon. We have, however, recently removed the tent in our beergarden, which gives our guests an open air area outside in case the inside gets too smoky. All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s JLT Team

      18/10/2012 - Report
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  6. Outlier

    Dubai, UAE

    11/10/2012

    I don't know why I'm turned off by this place. I only pass by after a looong day at work, when I'm out of liquor at home. Although it's the best bar which is close to both my work and home. Thy have live sports, live music, quiz night, you name it they have it. It's a nice place for a steak and a beer on tap.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Dear Outlier, Sorry, we can't help you there. We don't know why you're turned off by us either. We thank you, though, for saying something nice about us anyway and hope to see you again soon when you've run out of booze at home! All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s JLT Team

      18/10/2012 - Report
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  7. Decker

    Dubai, UAE

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    23/09/2012

    Yep, gotta agree with ZMan here. Everything about this place is great, but the smoke is a big enough turn-off that I won't be going back until something is done about the situation. I had to shower when I got home, and I could still smell the remnants of smoke. Not to mention, I seriously considered burning my clothes. C'mon Mixer Mike, let's get that smoke under control for the sake of your business and that of our lungs...

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Dear Decker, Thank you for your comment. We have already taken various steps to tackle the smoke issue, however, it appears that we're not quite there yet. We are considering several other options in terms of smoke management and will be making a decision soon. We have, however, recently removed the tent in our beergarden, which gives our guests an open air area outside in case the inside gets too smoky. All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s JLT Team

      07/10/2012 - Report
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  8. ZMan

    Dubai, UAE

    13/09/2012

    Ok here is the deal: I haven't been back to this place in awhile so I guess I forgot or it just has gotten significantly worse but the smokiness level in the place is out of control. I mean I don't mind a smokey bar but this place is like walking into an airport smoking section, and even they are probably less smokey. I stayed last night for 2 hours and when I walked out my skin stunk, mty hands smelled like I had been holding a cigarette for hours....how is that possible. If they would fix he smoke thing I would give this place a 5 star rating all day long. Great crowed last night (super busy) and they had an amazing guitarist covering everything from Michael Jackson to Mumford and Sons. I just don't get bars in Dubai, if they would just put smoke eaters in the ceiling then non smoking people would be loving these places...what to do.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Dear ZMan, Thank you for your comment. We have already taken various steps to tackle the smoke issue, however, it appears that we're not quite there yet. We are considering several other options in terms of smoke management and will be making a decision soon. Oh, and Mike Ross thanks you for your kind words. All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s JLT Team

      16/09/2012 - Report
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  9. Noir Mayhem

    Sharjah, UAE

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    16/08/2012

    Came here for some after work drinks before Ramadan for the first time with a colleague, the atmosphere is lovely and its simply a feel-good place to waste time with colleagues or friends and just chill and chat. Will deffinately go back :) Oh and the waiters are really friendly too. I had a silly moment after exiting the washroom where I got "lost" and couldn't find our table for some reason and the waiters were very sweet and funny about it. Lol.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hey there! Thanks for your review! We were glad to see that you enjoyed your visit and liked the atmosphere and the service. We hope to see you again very soon! All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s JLT Team

      17/08/2012 - Report
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  10. London Chick

    Dubai, UAE

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    05/08/2012

    This is a place from home if you are missing those pub nights in London (even though its Irish)... worth a vsit if you are in the area and need a pint in Dubai

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hi! Cheers for your comment! We're happy to see that you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you again soon. Regards, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s Irish Pub Team

      09/08/2012 - Report
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  11. TheJones

    Dubai, UAE

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    28/07/2012

    In my opinion the best pub in Dubai. Always a great atmosphere, very warm and friendly. They used to have an Irish singer/guitarist on a Wednesday which was awesome and we often go to the Quiz Nights on a Tuesday. The Quiz is so much fun, questions aren't too hard and there are always a few prizes to be won. Food is also very good. Only negative comment is that it's very smokey inside, I always leave stinking of smoke! but until Dubai bans smoking in all inside venues like most of Europe, that won't change. They have an outside garden/terrace area in the winter which adds another element to what is the best Irish pub in town!

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hi! Cheers for your comment! We're happy to see that you rate us highly and hope to see you again soon. Our quiz nights are taking a Ramadan break, but will be back after Eid. Regards, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s Irish Pub Team

      09/08/2012 - Report
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  12. rhodalyn

    Dubai, UAE

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    27/07/2012

    Feel the heat then you should not miss this place at JLT .I really enjoy the visit to this place surrounded with cool people , music are fascinating and the ambience you will like ,price are truly affordable too your pockets ,nice to visit with your circle of family and friends.I will never forget my experience when i giggle and had the chance to watch The famous Irish Band" The Coronas"Thank you Yadig Team for giving me opportunity to review.More Power!

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hello there! Thanks for your comment! We're glad you like our place and hope to see you again soon! Over the next few months, we'll be bringing more acts from Ireland to Dubai, so watch the events tab on our YaDig listing! All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s Irish Pub Team

      30/07/2012 - Report
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  13. AmandaDXB

    Dubai, UAE

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    18/06/2012

    What a great Irish pub, gets pretty busy on thursday nights. I am not a huge beer drinker but they have plenty of selections on tap. I have not eaten here so I cant comment on the food but it does have a great atmosphere. They also have an outdoor area that they cover in the summer when it gets to hot. It is like your neighborhood bar.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hi there! Glad you found us and enjoyed your visit! Do come again and try some of our award-winning pub grub! Cheers, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s Irish Pub Team

      25/06/2012 - Report
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  14. sweetkindangel

    Dubai, UAE

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    21/04/2012

    I have been to McGettigan’s many times, it is an Irish family run and owned Irish Bar in Dubai. It is a very friendly venue with the atmosphere and quality that defines an Irish bar. The decor is quaint with part log cabin and part library. It is a great place to chill out and have a meal and a few drinks. Later in the night there is loud dance music and you can dance the night away on the dance floor, or just relax and sit back and watch people, enjoying the atmosphere. They also have regular live entertainment and pub quizzes. This venue is always alive and buzzing with people. The food is delicious and hearty with portions that are generous and filling. I recommend the fish and chips with mushy peas and the home made burger, the food is of excellent quality and reasonably priced. They also do a good value weekend brunch, an ideal venue for a get together with friends for a few drinks and great comfort food. There is a limited selection for vegetarians, otherwise the food is fantastic. Sometimes it can get Smokey inside but there is also an outside garden area, which is less smokey if you want to take a breather. The garden area is air conditioned and covered with a temporary roof during the summer months. McGettigan’s Irish Bar is definitely a must in Dubai for it's great ambiance, music, food and drinks.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hello there! Thanks for your review and nice comments! We're glad you're enjoying McGettigan's and hope to see you again soon! All the best, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s Irish Pub Team

      25/06/2012 - Report
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  15. Yulia

    Dubai, UAE

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    16/04/2012

    After 4 walls with aircon, constantly blowing in the office - best spot to hang OUT, as long as weather permits, but even if it doesn`t, the pint of draft can make it up. I adore their lovely managers who even running in rush on the weekend, won`t bypass you letting you standing at the bar (if ur a lady of course) & get you chair, this is just sweet:)

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Thanks for your comments! We're happy to hear you enjoyed your visits to McGettigan's and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again soon! Kind regards, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s Irish Pub Team

      25/06/2012 - Report
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  16. kri

    Dubai, UAE

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    04/04/2012

    Great entertainment and choice of songs

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Thanks! We're glad you like it here!

      25/06/2012 - Report
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  17. yanyanruidera

    Dubai, UAE

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    03/04/2012

    always the place to be for after office drinks.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Thanks for your review and for making us your after-work venue!

      25/06/2012 - Report
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  18. johnsuzara

    Dubai, UAE

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    29/03/2012

    Yes, it's a little bit early but we like to start the weekend with some pints. It's nice to start the weekend after work while the place isn't full yet and till the sun comes down.

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Thanks for your review! It's never too early to start the weekend at McGettigan's! :-)

      25/06/2012 - Report
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  19. bagriela

    Dubai, UAE

    5

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    12/03/2012

    My favorite bar in town, specially on Wednesdays when there is live music. It is always full of lively people, the bar staff is pretty nice and the bouncers are specially smiley... at least to girls, from what I've seen =) . Food is also amazing, though the menu will not probably make everyone happy. Feel a Guinness!

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hi there! Thanks for your review! We're honoured to be your favourite bar! We'll drink to that! Cheers! Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s Irish Pub Team

      25/06/2012 - Report
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  20. johnny

    Dubai, UAE

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    07/03/2012

    This is a good place for a VERY EASY beer and food with friends. The food is heavy pub style just like you would get back home and they have a half decent selection of commercial beers and ales. The only thing that isnt in its favour is that not many girls wanna go there as its just full of red faced guys. SO if your single its not the best place to look for chicks...another thing...way to many smokers and football shirts (Torremolinos 1998... Wooo)

    1. McGettigans JLT "Business Owner Responded" :
      Hi there! Thanks for your comments & feedback. We're a community bar and everybody is always welcome! Sometimes the crowd's like this, sometimes it's like that. One thing's for sure: The craic's always massive! Regards, Michael “Mixer” Dooley, Manager, & the McGettigan’s Irish Pub Team

      25/06/2012 - Report
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