Restaurant
Gilhooleys
Albert St &, Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
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Albert St &, Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
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In the Brisbane CBD, Gilhooleys delivers genuine Irish pub energy with fiddles, honest banter, and cold pints. Step off Charlotte Street into low-lit timber booths filled with easy noise and proper craic. Regulars drop in for slow-cooked Irish stew, steaks flanked by thick-cut chips, and beef and Guinness pie paired with an honest, creamy pour. Afternoon sessions bring acoustic musicians jamming on cello and fiddle, while weekday lunch specials turn quick CBD breaks into full plates. Catch the footy on the screens or settle at the bar counter over a fresh pint of Kilkenny.
- Live Irish Folk Sessions: Local musicians gather for lively sessions with fiddles and cello, creating an upbeat acoustic backdrop.
- Traditional Pub Staples: Hearty classics anchor the menu, featuring slow-cooked Irish stew and rich beef and Guinness pie alongside tap pours.
- Weekday Lunch Specials: Weekday specials pair generous mains with a drink for an easy, filling CBD lunch.
What's On at Gilhooleys
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Visit Gilhooleys
Discover why locals and travelers gather at Gilhooleys for genuine Irish hospitality, hearty dining, and live music.
Live Traditional Irish Music
Acoustic folk sessions with fiddles and traditional instruments bring authentic Irish pub energy to the heart of Brisbane CBD.
Live Irish music adds to a great atmosphere.
Matthew Genuine Irish Pub Atmosphere
Guests experience a lively, heartfelt gathering spot where the warmth and character feel true to a real Irish local.
It feels like a genuine Irish pub, not a themed imitation warm, lively, and welcoming
Andrew Hearty Beef & Guinness Pies
The kitchen prepares comforting classics packed with rich flavours, including slow-cooked beef and Guinness pies and hearty stews.
The flavour that was packed into the beef and Guinness pie has to be tried to believe.
frank sawyer Generous Comfort Feeds
Generous pub feeds deliver satisfying dining with standout options like tender lamb shanks and cooked-to-perfection steaks.
They tasted amazing and was so well worth the money for the lamb shanks.
Kelly Neuendorf Welcoming for Solo Visitors
Solo patrons and travelers find an easy, welcoming counter where striking up friendly conversation comes naturally over a pint.
I travel alone and always find myself a new somebody to talk to whenever I am having a Guinness at Gilhooleys.
Cherie Wells Spirited Banter and Craic
Warm Irish banter and good craic with the hospitality team create an engaging, upbeat environment for gatherings with mates.
We had great craic with them. Worth a visit just for the banter with them alone.
Eimear Brady
Most popular items
Hearty Irish favourites and classic pub staples prepared to order
Beef and Guinness Pie
The flavour that was packed into the beef and Guinness pie has to be tried to believe.
frank sawyer Irish Lamb Stew
Irish lamb stew and Guinness beef pie are both delicious and filling.
Matthew Sirloin Steak
I had my steak cooked medium-rare as usual and they taste just succulent as expected.
Botox92LG Lamb Shanks
They tasted amazing and was so well worth the money for the lamb shanks.
Kelly Neuendorf
Before you head over
Practical advice on timing, seating, and live entertainment at Gilhooleys
Arrive early for easier seating
To secure seating before the pub fills up and the room gets louder with Irish belly laughs, plan to arrive earlier in the evening.
Time your visit for live music
If you want to catch live traditional folk sessions, stop in around 1:30 PM on Sundays or during scheduled evening band performances.
Check lunch and happy hour windows
Take advantage of daytime lunch specials that include a meal and a drink, or visit between 5 PM and 7 PM for evening happy hour drink deals.
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