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Tom Giblins Irish Pub


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#6 of 88 restaurants in Carlsbad
  • Cuisines: Irish
  • Average price*: $ 20
  • Address: 640 Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008
  • Phone:  760 729 7234
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5 of 5 stars
keki60 13 contributions
cape may, nj
May 23, 2009

This review is a little late coming. what a great little pub. Food was fantastic. Decor was beautiful. We sat in the courtyard since it was beautiful out. This place is definitely on our list to visit again more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 13, 2008

good traditional food and great music more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 18, 2007

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

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 27, 2007

Good food and great music. more

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2 of 5 stars
alh_7 7 contributions
california
Sep 18, 2007

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

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5 of 5 stars
Lovetwohavefun 1 contribution
Oceanside, California
Aug 17, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

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

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5 of 5 stars
SentWest 1 contribution
San Diego
Nov 26, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

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

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5 of 5 stars
DoonMan 3 contributions
Carlsbad, CA
Aug 10, 2006
3/4 found this review helpful

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

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4 of 5 stars
ChefJC 5 contributions
Carlsbad, California
Sep 20, 2005
2/2 found this review helpful

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

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Oklahoma
Aug 18, 2005
3/3 found this review helpful

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

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Tom Giblins Irish Pub Address

640 Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Tel: 760 729 7234
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.