J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill
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About J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill
En J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill, te damos la bienvenida a un rincón irlandés con un ambiente festivo inigualable. Disfruta de nuestra deliciosa comida americana, música en vivo que te hará vibrar, y un servicio de transporte directo al estadio de los Cowboys. ¡Ven a vivir una experiencia única con noso...
En J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill, te damos la bienvenida a un rincón irlandés con un ambiente festivo inigualable. Disfruta de nuestra deliciosa comida americana, música en vivo que te hará vibrar, y un servicio de transporte directo al estadio de los Cowboys. ¡Ven a vivir una experiencia única con nosotros en Arlington!
What Customers Say About J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill
J. Gilligan's is a fun, friendly bar and grill known for its great service, casual atmosphere, and proximity to the stadium. Customers rave about the convenient and reasonably priced shuttle service to games and concerts. The Irish Nachos are a must-try!
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Tip: Utilize the shuttle service for games and concerts to avoid expensive parking. Arrive early, especially on game nights, as it can get busy.
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J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill is located in Arlington, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
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- South Center Street Historic District (A 524m) — building in Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Worthington National Bank (A 530m) — bank building at W. Main St. Arlington, Texas Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Douglass-Potts House (A 802m) — historic place in Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
- Hutcheson-Smith House (A 818m) — building in Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
- J. D. Cooper House (A 983m) — historic place in Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
Religious Buildings
- First United Methodist Church (A 624m) — church building at 313 N. Center St. Arlington, Texas
Parks & Gardens
- Senter Park (A 633m) — park in the United States of America
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- University of Texas at Arlington, College of Business (A 959m) — university building at 701 S. West St. Arlington, Texas
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J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill Arlington Reviews
Great to hang out or catch a game on the tele. Shuttle service to the games as well. Mario is fantastic! He'll take care of you
We did the shuttle here for the cowboys and eagles game and it was a great spot for getting some food and watching the games before heading on the shuttle over to the game. The shuttles were nice and very convenient! We didn’t have to worry about anything. Go Birds 🦅
Shuttle service is legit. Easy to find, inexpensive, and efficient. Thanks for helping make my gameday experience stress-free and affordable. The food and atmosphere is no slouch either. Thanks!
Excellent time last night at this wonderful place. Highly recommend Shayla. Excellent service. Extremely friendly. Deep Cover played for a Fundraiser to help a dear friend of mine’s husband.
I have never eaten at this establishment but have used their shuttle service to AT&T Stadium several times. They do a great job of directing you to parking and with how big the crowds get the line to use the shuttle moves quickly. You get to the stadium drop-off point very fast but you do have to walk a bit to get to the stadium, it is not a direct drop-off. Leaving the stadium to get back is just as quick. They really have it set up and running smooth and efficiently. Definitely recommend if you are attending an event at the stadium.
The culinary experience was satisfactory, and while the service was acceptable, it was evident that the staff was managing a high volume of patrons, which is a common occurrence. The establishment's ambiance is quite appealing. Its prime location is a definite advantage, and I would suggest utilizing ride-sharing services rather than driving. Overall, I highly recommend a visit to this establishment. If you are in Arlington and seeking excellent cuisine, a pleasant atmosphere, and a superb venue, I encourage you to enjoy a beer and a good game here.
This place is a must if you’re going to att stadium. The food was amazing and the shuttle is a life saver. Once game was over the promptly loaded 100’s of people on shuttles and cut off all the stadium traffic and straight back to your cars
We used their shuttle for game day and it was so convenient. Their outdoor staff was young adults who were very friendly and helpful. -you have to pay for wristbands the day before online and then you get an email I believe. The next day you show them your email. -next morning your drive towards the location of bar and you can’t miss all the employees in green shirts guiding you to parking locations. You show them your email and they give you the wristbands at a side window set up just for this. - parking is in a very upscale shopping center that is closed on weekends. -drop off and pickup is across the street from stadium entrance. You will have to cross busy street to get to entrance. -all went smooth and easy to find out way back to the pickup location as the employees are all wearing matching shirts to guide you back to their shuttles. -make sure she pay attention where you got dropped off.
I've been eating here since the early 80's. It hasn't changed in all that time, and I love that. Delicious comfort food. Brought my kids here when they were little. Now I get to share J. Gilligan's with my grand kids.
Love the dive vibe but this place really delivers all around. Every bite of food was delicious (the mushroom burger was top notch). Didn’t catch our server’s name directly but the ticket said Genesis. She was AMAZING. She was busy when we were ready to pay and one of the other servers clocked us glancing around immeeeeediately and rushed over to take care of us. If we’re nearby, we’re here. <3
Our experience here was amazing. We drove 10 hours for the GNX concert and the staff helped us all the way through the process of the shuttle and how everything worked. The price was amazing in this economy they were prompt and polite. We went ahead and ate at the restaurant and I had one of the best burgers I’ve ever had in a very long time. What a class act of a company and staff. Haven’t stopped talking about you guys since the experience. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
It's an Irish pub, sports bar. Fun place to go. It looked a lot like the SMU gangs hang outs we use to go to off Greenville Ave. and Lovers Ln. area in Dallas. Tonight we are celebrating the release of ASKA°s new album "KNIGHT STRIKE". They sound awesome. Everyone loved them and stood through their whole set. They were really outstanding. We got there early, before the bands played and there food looked and smelled so good, the Chicken Fried Steak, the hamburgers and the Irish Nachos. Everyone loved the food. Anyway the beer was ice cold and oh so good. The 2 bands were great rock bands from the past. Everyone rocked. Great place to go. The cover charge was $10. That was because of the bands I think, ond the food was priced good too. Great music , great food, great crowd, great place. What more can you ask for. We will be back.😎🌴
On my first time here we had the Philly cheesesteak and it was great! Onion rings were fresh and crispy. Took a little more than desired for them to come and take our order. Lots of people there for lunch. We parked on Abram side and we had a hard time finishing our way in. No clear signage that we could see. The place has a pub feel but also feels old.
First, the hype about the Irish Nachos isn't hype, it's honesty. Should have ordered 2. Great to make a meal out of. The chicken fried steak was really good, Buffalo chicken sandwich was balanced and well cooked, and yummy. Kid's chicken tender meal wasn't messing around, real chicken breasts, great breading. Ever the traditional club sandwich couldn't be beat. Along with the Nachos, order the side of grilled chicken. The side of grilled chicken is seasoned and cut up and worth being a meal, generous and delicious.
Have used this restaurant as a shuttle to watch my favorite football team when their home a few times. Have always had a pleasant experience and no complaints. We decided to show the restaurant some love after the game and dined in. Of course it was super busy and filled with a fun energetic atmosphere. Good food and stiff drinks!!
Another great night at J Gilligans\n\nGreat hamburger\n\nAnd greater Irish nachos!!!\n\nGo by help support local business after the freeze!
Good burgers and really like the service. Menu looks really diverse with some home cooked comfort food.
Another great night at J Gilligans\n\nGreat hamburger\n\nAnd greater Irish nachos!!!\n\nGo by help support local business after the freeze!
Good burgers and really like the service. Menu looks really diverse with some home cooked comfort food.
Good burgers and really like the service. Menu looks really diverse with some home cooked comfort food.
Good burgers and really like the service. Menu looks really diverse with some home cooked comfort food.
Went to catch the shuttle to and from the Cowboy game and after the game went in for a quick bite and drink...the atmosphere was upbeat and fun. The service was a bit slow, but not terrible. The Ir…
Went to catch the shuttle to and from the Cowboy game and after the game went in for a quick bite and drink...the atmosphere was upbeat and fun. The service was a bit slow, but not terrible. The Ir…
Great service. Casual atmosphere. Lots of TVs with sports. Good food. Great prices! The Irish Nachos are soooo good!
Great service. Casual atmosphere. Lots of TVs with sports. Good food. Great prices! The Irish Nachos are soooo good!
It's a no brainer if you have a concert or game that they have transportation to that this is the easiest thing to do. Parking is much easier, beer inside is cheaper than what you will pay in the p…
It's a no brainer if you have a concert or game that they have transportation to that this is the easiest thing to do. parking is much easier, beer inside is cheaper than what you will pay in the p…
Amazing food, environment and service. Great place to go on game night to watch your favorite sport on TV with other fans
Close to Stadium with reasonable prices. Nice thing is the shuttle to and from games. Interesting bar with lots of rooms and great staff.
Came for the parking/ shuttle before the Zach Bryan concert. This will absolutely be our go to love for events going forward. We got to the bar at 5 for the show starting at 7 and I don't think the…
They know how to run a place! Fast, friendly service right before the Cotton Bowl! Food and drinks were great and not expensive at all. Plus, the shuttle was so reasonably priced and organized - …
I researched parking around Cowboys Stadium and read about J Gilligan’s. They were so organized and made it very easy. There were employees all over guiding to parking which was across the street f…
I researched parking around Cowboys Stadium and read about J Gilligan’s. They were so organized and made it very easy. There were employees all over guiding to parking which was across the stre…
Went there to take the shuttle to see a Texas Rangers baseball game. If you need to go to a baseball game, football game or concert and don't want to pay outrageous parking fees and still have to w…
Fun, friendly bar and grill! Great transportation too! Randy Ford has a fabulous bar and grill in Arlington with friendly staff, quick service, great beers and delicious food like chicken fried ste…
Fun, friendly bar and grill! Great transportation too! Randy Ford has a fabulous bar and grill in Arlington with friendly staff, quick service, great beers and delicious food like chicken fried s…
Everything perfect except they wouldnt let Blue play pool with me so we just chilled on the patio
Cheese quesadilla, came with 2 dips of your choice, bean soup with bacon. The quesadilla was very small 😭 but overall still tasted like your everyday cheese quesadilla. Cozy spot to check out during lunch. Not super busy, def check it out Total: $9.99, if you’re a UTA student or staff it’s a 10% discount.
Great place to park and walk or shuttle to the AT&T Center. Just your typical dive bar otherwise. Only used it for the shuttle to get to and from the Cowyboys game. It was safe and everyone working game day was super friendly!
Just a good dive place ! \nFriendly bartenders. Good before a Ranger game. beer. beer. beer. beer. Is that 85 characters yet?
I visited this bar on a couple of nights whilst in town for the Saints game against the Cowboys. It was an uber ride from my hotel near the stadium but I'm glad I made the effort. The food was basic …
Truly a BAR and grill For a person drinking alcohol, this food is probably great, but if youre sober, not so much. Just ghe basic "drunk man food". (I get it) I ordered a Nachos and literally got 6 nachos on top of meat, covered in cheese, lettuce and tomato and a few jalapeno. My wife did say her philly was good.but the potatoes(covered in cheese was blah. Maybe it was because we went in the middle of the day on a Tuesday, where we were the only customers there. We had to get the attention of the staff after a couple of minutes of waiting. I dunno, my suggestion go for the Drinks, not the Food. 🤷🏿♂️
Met up with a group of friends a few weeks ago. Service was good. Food was decent. Had a burger and next time will get the irish nachos-because several people in our group had them and they looked go…
Met up with a group of friends a few weeks ago. Service was good. food was decent. Had a burger and next time will get the irish nachos-because several people in our group had them and they looke…
Met up with a group of friends a few weeks ago. Service was good. Food was decent. Had a burger and next time will get the irish nachos-because several people in our group had them and they looked …
Met up with a group of friends a few weeks ago. service was good. Food was decent. Had a burger and next time will get the irish nachos-because several people in our group had them and they looked …
They don't have a lot of parking but using half of it for bean bag toss. The food was pretty good i guess. I got chicken fried steak sandwich and onion rings and dr pepper. Service was not good. Wa…
Bartender was nice, food was just OK, sodas flat (both diet and regular) when informed, no offer to fix, just replaced with water. Got the wrong buger brought out and had to wait a long time to get…
Bartender was nice, food was just OK, sodas flat (both diet and regular) when informed, no offer to fix, just replaced with water. Got the wrong buger brought out and had to wait a long time to get…
Bartender was nice, food was just OK, sodas flat (both diet and regular) when informed, no offer to fix, just replaced with water. Got the wrong buger brought out and had to wait a long time to get…
Every time I give this place another try, I end up asking myself why?!?!\nService sucks. Food sucks. \nI wanted a few beers one day...less than a dozen people in there and never was I even acknowle…
We are from out of town and traveled here for a game. This place is over rated. Terrible food and service. Tried to order food and was told to go the bar, went to the bar to order then told we could only order from a few items on their express menu. Go back to sit down and look at the express menu after reviewing went back to the bar then told we needed to purchase a meal ticket so we then go purchase a meal ticket then told the ticket we purchased was only for their buffet. We didnt want the buffet but already purchased the ticket and was told if we wanted the restaurant express menu we need to sit at the restaurant. Okay that is fine but why not say that the very first time we walked up to the bar. Staff is in a rush and no clear communication. We ended up going to the buffet and the fries were super cold and the sandwich was blah. We just threw the food away and went to fuzzys tacos down the street. Also if you want water, you don’t get a glass of water they will point you to their water jug. I will not be going back.
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