Sunday roast
The Sunday roast includes varied sides and meats such as pork belly and leg, with live music on Sundays.
The Dubliner's
Al Garhoud
The Dubliner’s is an Irish pub in Al Garhoud with a relaxed, sports-friendly setting, home-cooked pub food and live entertainment. It is especially worth considering for a Sunday roast or a casual pint while watching football.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
1,814 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Sports viewing
Reviews describe it as a strong choice for watching football and other major sports over drinks.
Pork options
Pork is a recurring highlight, including pork belly, pork dishes at the buffet and a dedicated pork section at Christmas lunch.
Pub classics
Customers specifically praise the fish and chips, bangers and mash, Irish stew and Guinness beef pie.
Large portions
Several reviews mention generous serving sizes, including a burger and ribs meal described as large enough to leave diners rolling out.
Pub setting
The venue has indoor and outdoor seating, a large bar, pool tables and Irish-themed décor.
Live music
Weekend brunches, Sunday roast visits and other gatherings are often paired with live bands or singers.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Sundays. Reserve ahead for Sunday roast: one review says Sundays are crowded despite the good ambience and live music.
Avoid peaks. Expect busier service during peak hours; a weekday dinner was described as less crowded.
Check screens. If you are a non-smoker visiting for a match, ask where the game will be shown before settling in.
Ask parking. If you are driving, ask about parking validation; one F1 visitor said the venue validated parking.
Clarify water. When requesting lemon water, confirm whether it includes fresh lemon and whether the water is tap water.
Try pork. Pork fans should look for the pork options, especially during the Sunday roast or buffet-style meals.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Le meridien Dubai hotel & Conference center - Airport Rd
Al Garhoud, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Screen placement
One review says the only big screen was in the smoking area, making sports viewing uncomfortable for non-smokers.
Lingering smoke
Although smoking and non-smoking areas exist, smoke was reported as lingering throughout the venue.
Slow service
A busy-period review reported waiting 10–15 minutes for an attendant, while another said food service could be slow.
Toilet privacy
The semi-transparent glass in the toilets was described as uncomfortable for a hotel venue.
NYE entertainment
Several New Year’s Eve reviews criticised the DJ’s club-style music, frequent song changes and poor handling of complaints.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 90
Fish & Chips
“I generally order the Fish & Chips (AED 90) - Cod fish in a light crispy beer batter served with hand cut chips, mushy peas and tartare sauce”Google review · November 2022
275 AED
Sunday Roast package
“Last Saturday I have decided to go for the Sunday Roast and the package for 275 AED”Google review · January 2023
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The Bottom Line
The Dubliner’s in Al Garhoud is a roomy Irish pub for classic comfort food, drinks and live sports. You can settle in with fish and chips, bangers and mash, Irish stew or a Guinness beef pie, then watch football over a pint. Indoor and outdoor seating, a large bar and pool tables give groups a few ways to spend the evening.
Sunday roast is one of the clearest draws. Reviews mention pork belly and leg, varied side dishes, baked brie and live music, while older brunch feedback describes broad buffet sections covering meats, salads, cheese, pasta and desserts. Portions are often generous, and pork appears repeatedly in customer recommendations.
The atmosphere is generally relaxed and distinctly pub-like, with live singers or bands on some occasions. It can become busy during peak periods, so booking Sunday roast and allowing extra time for service is sensible. Smoking and non-smoking areas are available, but one customer noticed smoke throughout the venue, and the main big screen was reported to be in the smoking area.
For a match, confirm the screen location first. Also note that several reviews found the New Year’s Eve DJ and complaint handling disappointing; that criticism was specific to the package event rather than the everyday pub visits described elsewhere.