good traditional food and great music more

Go on Friday for the music! They have the best cheesecake... more

Good food and great music. more

I've been going to Giblin's for a few years and since Carlsbad PD has started to crack down, Giblin's has gone down hill as far as customer service. If you're not there by 9:00p, you have to wait in line even if you have a reservation. The bouncer has been extremely rude the last 3 times we have been there.... more

If you're looking for a great time on a Friday night, Giblin's is the place to go. Brehon Law, the house band lead by the pub's owner, Ned Giblin, plays outstanding Irish and Scottish tunes that will have you slapping your knee so hard you'll need another pint to ease the pain you created in your leg. Great selection of... more

I discovered Tom Giblins within a few weeks of moving to Carlsbad, and fell in love. The atmosphere is homey and welcoming, and dispite the protestations of a few other commenters I've always found the food excellent, especially the coronary-inducing scotch eggs. I promise you after a boxty, a few pints of Guinness (or a snakebite or two) and a... more

You first notice the 'thatched' roof above this rustic public house with the windows adorned with Guinness signs. The oversized front door welcomes you like a big warm Irish hug. Upon entering, you're greeted by a fireplace - one of two - that warm your bones throughout the whole year. Once inside and your eyes adjust to the lighting, you... more

My husband and I have been to Tom Giblin's quite a few times. The atmosphere is very much like the pubs we've gone to in Ireland. You can always get a great pint of Guinness and the food is decent --better than the usual pub grub. It can get very lively in the evenings with really good Irish music, which... more

Tom giblins is one of the most authentic Irish Pubs I have been in for a long time. I had the pleasure of meeting the owners Ned & Brenda on my visit there. In fact Ned's band Brehon Law was playing that night. A very talented musician. The music was Irish and teriffic. I had the extreme pleasure of eating... more