01-05-2025
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- Time Out Dubai
The best pub brunches in Dubai you need to book now
Brunch options in Dubai are endless, from glamourous rooftop parties to unlimited dishes by the beach.
But if you're craving some laid-back energy, pub grub and a pint of hops (or two), best believe there are some fantastic pub brunches in the city too.
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Packed with hearty favourites and some quality live music, these are the best pub brunches in Dubai you need to book in ASAP.
9 pub brunches in Dubai to book
Garden on 8
Credit: Garden on 8
Get ready for a chilled-out brunch and garden party where you can feast on crackle chicken sliders, mac and cheese and nachos piled high on sharing platters.
Paired with quality live entertainment, the Media City watering hole is always a great choice.
Dhs199 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (house beverages), Dhs369 (premium beverages). Sat 1pm-4pm. Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City, (04 427 1000).
Lock Stock & Barrel JBR
Credit: Lock, Stock, and Barrel
Ok, this isn't *technically* a pub, it's a bar, but you're getting pub grub and pub vibes paired with free-flowing drinks all evening.
Playing old school tracks from the 90s and 00s, dig into nachos, deep-fried cheese, chicken tenders and sliders and embrace your retro self.
Dhs275 (soft drinks), Dhs325 (house beverages), Dhs425 (sparkling), Dhs250 (drinks only). From Sat May 10, 5pm-8pm. Rixos Premium JBR, (04 423 8307).
McCafferty's Al Furjan
Enjoy tasty food, a selection of free-flowing drinks and live music acts for all the family at this Irish pub at Al Furjan.
Including sharing starters from beef sliders to 24-hour smoked brisket nachos, you can then dive into to a 'proper' portion of fish and chips or the the special roast dinner. Entertainment includes the use of the club's pool, so finish with a splash around afterwards.
Dhs295 (house beverages), Dhs345 (premium beverages), free (kids under ten). Sat 2pm-6pm. Al Furjan, (04 422 1491).
McCafferty's JVC
This brunch at one of Time Out Dubai's Best Irish Bars is perfect for everyone looking to enjoy classic Irish pub fare.
Including four hours of free-flowing drinks, you can wolf down everything from crispy panko prawns to a chicken pot pie before getting up for a dance to the beat of the live band.
Dhs165 (soft drinks), Dhs279 (house beverages), Dhs329 (premium beverages). Sat 1pm-5pm. Circle Mall, JVC, (058 599 3623).
McCafferty's WAFI
Credit: McCafferty's WAFI
On a weekend, there's a special family brunch that will see all members of the family having a great time. It runs on both Saturday and Sunday, from 1pm until 5pm, so it's a decent stint, offering kids under five free meals.
There's a swimming pool to dive into, as well as face painting, a craft corner and live music. Pub grub ranges from fish and chips to Irish curry, burgers and bangers and mash, while there's a top carvery as well. Ice cream fans can dig into a nostalgic 99 to round it all off with.
Dhs295 (basic beverages), Dhs345 (house beverages), Dhs395 (premium beverages), Dhs150 (teens), Dhs99 (kids aged six-12). Sat-Sun 1pm-5pm. WAFI City, Oud Metha, (058 507 3623).
McGettigan's JLT
Credit: McGettigan's JLT
Inspired by Dublin's busiest street of bars and buskers, this is a bargain brunch for those who are after a casual affair.
Expect unlimited drinks, delicious pub grub and live music. It's a spot that gets livelier as the afternoon goes on. Plus, you can continue on the deal with the drunch package, available from 5pm-8pm with free-flowing drinks.
Dhs249 (house beverages), Dhs349 (sparkling beverages) Dhs399 (premium beverages). Sat 1pm-4pm. Cluster J, JLT, (04 351 8324).
McGettigan's Factory
The five-hour weekly event takes place every Saturday from noon to 5pm, followed by an after-party.
You'll get pints, classic McGettigan dishes like chicken wings, burgers and live carving stations, all while being entertained by live DJs.
Dhs235 (soft drinks), Dhs385 (house beverages), Dhs485 (premium beverages). Sat noon-5pm. Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah, (04 230 0000).
McGettigan's Ibn Battuta Gate
Head to McGetts for an all-you-can-eat barbecue feast.
Serving up some sizzling dishes straight from the grill, you can chill out and enjoy the free-flowing drinks from 1pm-4pm.
DDhs299 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (house beverages), Dhs449 (premium beverages), Dhs85 (kids aged six-12). Sat 1pm-4pm. Ibn Battuta Gate, Jebel Ali, (04 356 0470).
The Black Sheep
Head to this British gastropub for a main and unlimited drinks. Live music will soundtrack the start to your weekend while you enjoy one main course from pie of the day to fish and chips.
Free-flowing drinks will last for three hours while some special British acts perform in the background.
Dhs245 (house beverages). Fri 7pm-10pm. Pullman Hotel, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, (058 599 5664).
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