Live music
High-energy live Irish music gives the pub its strongest evening draw, with bands and solo performers regularly mentioned.
McCafferty's Irish Bar & Restaurant Wafi
District
McCafferty’s Wafi is an Irish pub-restaurant built around live music, sports screenings and hearty comfort food. Reviews particularly highlight the Sunday roast and carvery, while family brunches add children’s activities and pool access.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
841 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Sunday roast
The Sunday roast is repeatedly praised, including a generous beef-and-turkey plate with Yorkshire pudding, gravy and sticky toffee pudding.
Family brunch
Family brunches can include kids’ pizza-making, bag-making and face-painting activities, plus a kids’ corner and pool access.
Sports screens
It has many TV screens and showed a World Cup match without a cover charge, making it a practical sports-bar choice.
Generous portions
Several reviews describe the food as substantial; one called the Irish grub “massive” and another praised the large roast.
Outdoor seating
The open-air patio and terrace suit a quieter drink, especially when the weather is mild and the screens are showing sport.
Irish favourites
Fish and chips, Irish breakfast, nachos, brisket and children’s roast dinners all receive specific praise in the reviews.
What to Eat at McCafferty's Irish Bar & Restaurant Wafi How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For McCafferty's Irish Bar & Restaurant Wafi, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at McCafferty's Irish Bar & Restaurant Wafi got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Guinness Net +4
“Accessed from Wafi city mall by following the signs as in photo. Had a nice cold Guinness and some chicken wings. Robin was very friendly and had a good chat with him”
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“Accessed from Wafi city mall by following the signs as in photo. Had a nice cold Guinness and some chicken wings. Robin was very friendly and had a good chat with him”February 2025
“The Guinness poured with precision, was as close to Dublin as possible.”September 2023
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Fish & chips Net +2
“I went for the fish and chips after seeing it go to someone else and wow, it was perfect, amazing batter, proper chips that you would pay a lot more for here.”
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“I went for the fish and chips after seeing it go to someone else and wow, it was perfect, amazing batter, proper chips that you would pay a lot more for here.”October 2024
“The primary draw is the fantastic, high-energy live music, which makes it a guaranteed fun spot, complemented by excellent, proper pub comfort food like the Traditional Irish Breakfast or the Fish & Chips. The only minor hiccup that keeps this from being a perfect five-star review is the bar service during peak times, such as brunch or match days; it can get noticeably slow when the venue is packed, leading to avoidable queues for drinks.”November 2025
Honorable mentions (17)
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Amaretti sour Net +1
“Our favorite cocktail is amaretti sour or smth like this.”
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“Our favorite cocktail is amaretti sour or smth like this.”December 2023
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An apple desert Net +1
“Ribs, mushroom risotto, and an apple desert are recommended.”
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“Ribs, mushroom risotto, and an apple desert are recommended.”December 2023
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Beef brisket Net +1
“Having served me my Kilkenny beer, a huge plate of nachos and tasty beef brisket I settled down to watch the game.”
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“Having served me my Kilkenny beer, a huge plate of nachos and tasty beef brisket I settled down to watch the game.”May 2026
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Brunch Net +1
“So a brunch in an Irish themed pub in an Egyptian pyramid with Roman statues. Confused? Let’s go.”
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“So a brunch in an Irish themed pub in an Egyptian pyramid with Roman statues. Confused? Let’s go.”November 2022
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Children's roast dinners Net +1
“The beer was very good, I expected that. What was surprising was how good the food was! The nachos were great as were the children's roast dinners.”
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“The beer was very good, I expected that. What was surprising was how good the food was! The nachos were great as were the children's roast dinners.”August 2025
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Fajitas Net +1
“The fajitas were delicious, and the music choice was amazing as always.”
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“The fajitas were delicious, and the music choice was amazing as always.”November 2025
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Mushroom risotto Net +1
“Ribs, mushroom risotto, and an apple desert are recommended.”
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“Ribs, mushroom risotto, and an apple desert are recommended.”December 2023
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Nachos Net +1
“The beer was very good, I expected that. What was surprising was how good the food was! The nachos were great as were the children's roast dinners.”
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“The beer was very good, I expected that. What was surprising was how good the food was! The nachos were great as were the children's roast dinners.”August 2025
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Pizza Net +1
“PIZZA must try!”
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“PIZZA must try!”July 2023
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Pork roast Net +1
“game for the pork roast which was delicious and came with all the fixings.”
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“game for the pork roast which was delicious and came with all the fixings.”December 2023
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Ribs Net +1
“Ribs, mushroom risotto, and an apple desert are recommended.”
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“Ribs, mushroom risotto, and an apple desert are recommended.”December 2023
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Roast Net +1
“Amazing place to get together and share some roast or other things from the menu, which is created in such a way that everyone will find something for their liking. I personally went for a roast, which was beef and turkey, Yorkshire pudding, gravy, cauliflower, mashed potatoes or roasted, some salad etc. And you get a sticky toffee pudding as a desert.”
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“Amazing place to get together and share some roast or other things from the menu, which is created in such a way that everyone will find something for their liking. I personally went for a roast, which was beef and turkey, Yorkshire pudding, gravy, cauliflower, mashed potatoes or roasted, some salad etc. And you get a sticky toffee pudding as a desert.”February 2025
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Roast dinner Net +1
“Sunday brunch includes extensive menu with option of roast dinner and unlimited drinks package.”
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“Sunday brunch includes extensive menu with option of roast dinner and unlimited drinks package.”April 2024
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Steak Net +1
“Came here during the FIFA WC 2026 and enjoyed the AED 129 steak offer with a drink included. The steak was cooked as per my requirements and I really enjoyed it. Would go again, nice sports bar and pub experience.”
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“Came here during the FIFA WC 2026 and enjoyed the AED 129 steak offer with a drink included. The steak was cooked as per my requirements and I really enjoyed it. Would go again, nice sports bar and pub experience.”July 2026
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Sunday brunch Net +1
“Sunday brunch includes extensive menu with option of roast dinner and unlimited drinks package.”
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“Sunday brunch includes extensive menu with option of roast dinner and unlimited drinks package.”April 2024
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Sunday roast Net +1
“By far, the best Sunday roast I’ve had in Dubai!”
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“By far, the best Sunday roast I’ve had in Dubai!”May 2026
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Traditional irish breakfast Net +1
“The primary draw is the fantastic, high-energy live music, which makes it a guaranteed fun spot, complemented by excellent, proper pub comfort food like the Traditional Irish Breakfast or the Fish & Chips. The only minor hiccup that keeps this from being a perfect five-star review is the bar service during peak times, such as brunch or match days; it can get noticeably slow when the venue is packed, leading to avoidable queues for drinks.”
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“The primary draw is the fantastic, high-energy live music, which makes it a guaranteed fun spot, complemented by excellent, proper pub comfort food like the Traditional Irish Breakfast or the Fish & Chips. The only minor hiccup that keeps this from being a perfect five-star review is the bar service during peak times, such as brunch or match days; it can get noticeably slow when the venue is packed, leading to avoidable queues for drinks.”November 2025
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Hinken beer Net +1
“The highlight of my evening was the perfectly crafted Hinken beer, expertly prepared by the talented barman. It had just the right balance of flavors and was served with care. As a beer enthusiast, I truly appreciated the attention to detail and the quality of the drink.”
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“The highlight of my evening was the perfectly crafted Hinken beer, expertly prepared by the talented barman. It had just the right balance of flavors and was served with care. As a beer enthusiast, I truly appreciated the attention to detail and the quality of the drink.”January 2024
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Kilkenny beer Net +1
“Having served me my Kilkenny beer, a huge plate of nachos and tasty beef brisket I settled down to watch the game.”
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“Having served me my Kilkenny beer, a huge plate of nachos and tasty beef brisket I settled down to watch the game.”May 2026
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Strawberry daiquiri Net +1
“Their bubbles are good, pawnstar is 5/10 but strawberry daiquiri is bomb.”
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“Their bubbles are good, pawnstar is 5/10 but strawberry daiquiri is bomb.”January 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Baked brie Net −1
“We ordered a baked brie and the first one that came out, came out after half an hour. I think they forgot about ! It was lumpy, thick - pretty terrible. We sent it back and they brought one out that was still lumpy but watery. Still not great especially for the price. I’m not sure if they use a Brie that shouldn’t be baked, but it was not good. Usually baked cheeses have a cheese pull and are gooey and delicious - not here! My friend also had clear liquid leave her body after eating this 😬! Would avoid.”
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“We ordered a baked brie and the first one that came out, came out after half an hour. I think they forgot about ! It was lumpy, thick - pretty terrible. We sent it back and they brought one out that was still lumpy but watery. Still not great especially for the price. I’m not sure if they use a Brie that shouldn’t be baked, but it was not good. Usually baked cheeses have a cheese pull and are gooey and delicious - not here! My friend also had clear liquid leave her body after eating this 😬! Would avoid.”November 2025
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Burger Net −1
“Burger was ok but not that good.”
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“Burger was ok but not that good.”December 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm matches. If you are visiting for a particular game, confirm the channel and screening beforehand; one match was not found until staff searched for it.
Time your visit. Choose an off-peak afternoon for a quieter drink; peak brunches and match days can mean slower bar service and drink queues.
Validate parking. Parking is available and can be validated, according to a customer review.
Bring children. For a family day, check the brunch activities and kids’ area; reviews mention pizza-making, face painting, pool access and ice cream.
Skip brie. Consider another starter instead of baked brie: one reviewer found both the original and replacement versions poor.
Expect children. The pub is described as dog- and kid-friendly, and one review specifically says to expect some children around.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Pyramids Wafi
Oud Metha - District, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow service
Drink service can slow noticeably during busy brunches or match days, creating avoidable queues.
Pub pricing
One reviewer felt the food and drinks were expensive for a pub, while another found the brunch pricey for its three-hour duration.
Baked brie
The baked brie arrived late and remained lumpy and watery after being replaced; that reviewer advised avoiding it.
Pork availability
A July 2025 review complained that pork was no longer available, so pork dishes may not be consistently offered.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 129
steak offer with a drink included
“Came here during the FIFA WC 2026 and enjoyed the AED 129 steak offer with a drink included”Google review · July 2026
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The Bottom Line
McCafferty’s Wafi is an Irish pub-restaurant for live music, sports and substantial comfort food. The clearest draws are the Sunday roast and carvery, with reviews describing beef and turkey, Yorkshire pudding, gravy and sticky toffee pudding. Fish and chips and the Traditional Irish Breakfast are also singled out, while the large screens make it useful for match days.
The atmosphere varies by visit. Live Irish music can be energetic and high-quality, but the terrace has also been described as peaceful and a little reserved on a Saturday night. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, and the dark-wood setting is repeatedly called cosy and welcoming.
Staff are generally praised for being attentive and friendly. Families have plenty to consider: brunch reviews mention pool access, a kids’ corner, ice cream and activities such as pizza-making and face painting. Parking can be validated.
On the practical side, expect slower drink service during busy brunches or match days, and a long carvery queue at peak occasions. Pricing is not universally seen as good value; one reviewer called pub food and drinks pricey, while another enjoyed an AED 129 steak offer with a drink. The baked brie received a notably poor review, so it is safer to choose another starter.