McGettigan’s to Open New Beachfront Venue at The Beach -JBR, Dubai
Vision Hospitality is expanding its footprint in the UAE with the launch of a brand-new McGettigan’s venue at Bla Bla by McGettigan’s at The Beach, JBR, bringing one of the region’s best-known Irish hospitality brands to Dubai’s beachfront in early Q4 2026.
The new 6,000 sq. ft. venue marks the next phase in the evolution of Bla Bla by McGettigan’s following Vision Hospitality’s acquisition of the destination in March 2026. Overlooking the Arabian Gulf and Ain Dubai, the venue will feature expansive indoor and outdoor spaces designed for all-day dining, live entertainment and social gatherings.
A New Beachfront Home for McGettigan’s
Building on more than fifteen years of McGettigan’s hospitality, the new venue will combine everything the brand has become known for, including live music, major sporting events, great food and its signature Irish hospitality.
Guests can also expect a refreshed food menu created specifically for the JBR location, featuring contemporary takes on classic pub favourites alongside new dishes inspired by its beachfront setting.
Sports fans will also have plenty to look forward to, with giant LED screens creating an immersive atmosphere for international tournaments, live matches and major sporting fixtures throughout the year.
Continuing Vision Hospitality’s Expansion
The opening represents another milestone in Vision Hospitality’s continued growth strategy across the UAE, while further strengthening Bla Bla by McGettigan’s as one of Dubai’s leading destinations for dining, nightlife and live entertainment.
Commenting on the announcement, Dennis McGettigan, Founder and CEO of Vision Hospitality, said:
“Opening a new McGettigan’s within Bla Bla by McGettigan’s at The Beach JBR is a remarkable achievement for us. Since consolidating the Vision Hospitality portfolio earlier this year, we’ve been focused on building on everything people already love about the destination while introducing new experiences that reflect the McGettigan’s brand. This new venue brings together our passion for live entertainment, quality hospitality and creating places where people genuinely want to spend time.”
From Daytime Dining to Evening Entertainment
Designed as a destination in its own right, the venue will transition from relaxed daytime dining to a lively evening atmosphere featuring live music, signature McGettigan’s hospitality and major sporting events.
The announcement also builds on Bla Bla by McGettigan’s reputation as a destination for live sports, having previously hosted the Coca-Cola FIFA World Cup Fan Zone, where football fans gathered to enjoy matches in a stadium-style setting.
More to Come Across the UAE
The JBR opening is part of Vision Hospitality’s wider expansion plans, with the group also preparing to launch a new multi-concept dining and entertainment destination at Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi, later this year.
Further details, including opening dates, menus and entertainment programming for both destinations, will be announced in the coming weeks.
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