The Irish House

Tap a Guinness before boarding at The Irish House in T1

The Irish House sits airside in Terminal T1 at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), so it’s available only after security checks. Look for the green pub-style signage along the main departures concourse, a short walk from several domestic boarding gates. This is a full bar plus sit-down restaurant, not just a grab-and-go counter.

Beer is the main draw here, with draught options like Guinness typically priced toward the upper end of airport rates, and bottled beers also on offer. Expect standard bar pours and cocktails alongside the beer list. If you have a longer layover of 60–90 minutes, this is a more relaxed spot than standing at a generic coffee bar.

The food menu leans toward classic pub plates: think bar snacks, fried starters, and substantial mains that match well with a pint. Portions usually run large enough that one main can cover a full meal before a 2–3 hour domestic flight. Prices track with airport casual dining, higher than food court counters but more in line with a sit-down restaurant in Hyderabad city hotels.

Service is sit-down, so plan at least 30 minutes if you want a hot meal in T1 before boarding calls typically start 40 minutes before departure. If your gate is announced as one of the farther end-of-pier numbers, keep an eye on the time; walking from The Irish House to the last gates can eat up 8–10 minutes in a crowded terminal.

One logistical tip: alcoholic drinks in T1 are only served to passengers with valid boarding passes for same-day departures, and staff do check. Have your ID and boarding pass ready when you order, especially if you are tight on time before a late-night bank of flights.