McGettigan’s Bla Bla Opens on Dubai’s Beachfront
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A new 6,000 square foot venue in JBR brings together Irish hospitality, live entertainment and all day dining with views across the Arabian Gulf. McGettigan's Bla Bla seamlessly transitions from morning breakfast through to late night music and drinks.
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A generous sweep of beachfront in JBR now houses McGettigan’s Bla Bla, a 6,000 square foot destination that captures the rhythm of an entire day in one thoughtfully conceived space. The venue commands views across the Arabian Gulf towards Ain Dubai, its expansive indoor and outdoor terraces designed for the fluid movement between morning coffee, midday business and evening leisure that defines contemporary hospitality.
The culinary offering reflects a philosophy of generous variety. Mornings begin with the signature McGettigan’s Irish Breakfast alongside more contemporary fare such as Avocado Toast, Benedict Royale and Buttermilk Pancakes. As the day progresses, the menu expands to encompass both classic Irish pub fare and dishes conceived specifically for this beachfront setting: Wagyu Beef Chilli Nachos, Truffle Agnolotti, Seafood Risotto, Cod and Chips sit alongside burgers, pizzas and sharing plates. Later hours bring late night bites including the Irish Spice Bag and McGettigan’s Signature Burger.
Entertainment anchors the experience. Live music soundtracks seven nights a week, whilst live sport unfolds across substantial HD screens and a giant LED display. This mirrors the venue’s earlier success as Bla Bla, where it hosted the Coca Cola FIFA World Cup Fan Zone, bringing together those who sought the spectacle and camaraderie of collective viewing.
A Day Fully Lived
The operational philosophy extends from early morning through to the small hours. Opening at 9am every day, McGettigan’s Bla Bla remains open until 2am Sunday to Thursday, and until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays, allowing the venue to serve breakfast companions, lunch meetings, those gathered for significant sporting moments, and those seeking evening drinks and live music as distinct yet equally valued occasions.
The programme includes enduring traditions: Happy Hour from Sunday to Friday until 8pm, McGettigan’s renowned Sunday Roast, and Saturday brunch, establishing rhythms that invite regular return and community within the JBR beachfront district.
This opening represents a continuation of Vision Hospitality’s strategy to develop distinctive hospitality spaces across the Emirates. The group acquired Bla Bla Dubai in March 2026, bringing McGettigan’s signature approach to Irish hospitality into conversation with an already established venue known for its energy and appeal.
Imagery courtesy of McGettigan's Bla Bla.