With plenty of great food in the capital, including some pretty impressive BBQ restaurants in London, you might sometimes fancy BBQ flavours with a little twist, and at Daffodil Mulligan, that’s what we do best. We’re a Shoreditch restaurant that brings the fire, the flavour, and a whole lot of soul. But let us clarify, we’re not your typical BBQ spot. While we don’t do ribs by the rack or brisket by the pound, what we do offer is big, bold dishes kissed by smoke, cooked over our open wood-fired grill, and served with a hearty side of Irish charm.
As part of the Corrigan Collection, Daffy’s blends modern Irish cooking with London energy, creating a menu that’s all about quality ingredients, fiery technique, and fully evolved flavour. From grilled meats and wood-roasted fish to sharing plates built for a good night out, ours is the kind of place where the food is taken seriously but the vibe stays relaxed.
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Flame Grilled Meets Irish Soul
At Daffodil Mulligan, our BBQ influence runs deep. Not in the traditional Texan sense, but in the bold, fire-led cooking that brings smoke, char, and soul to every plate. Our open wood-fired grill is the beating heart of the kitchen, turning out dishes that are robust, rustic, and packed with flavour. From our Sugar Pit Pork, slow cooked to melting perfection and finished over flame, to the Smoked Short Rib served with scallion potato cake and red cabbage slaw, every bite is a tribute to smoke, sear, and seasonal ingredients.
Even the veg gets a grilling. Charred hispi cabbage, roast Miso Squash with sesame, and delicious smoked Ember and Soda Bread to mop up anything extra. It’s BBQ with an Irish twist, driven by the culinary pedigree of Richard Corrigan, where fire is used not just for show, but for serious depth. This is BBQ cooking reimagined for Shoreditch: hearty, honest, and kissed by smoke.
Not Your Average London BBQ Restaurant
Daffodil Mulligan isn’t your run-of-the-mill BBQ spot; it’s where Irish flair meets fire-kissed flavour, and small plates pack a serious punch. While the grill obviously plays a starring role, our menu goes beyond the expected, weaving in bold spices, clever twists, and quality ingredients that turn even the smallest of dishes into something worth talking about.
For example, enjoy favourites on our menu like our Cauliflower Bhaji, charred, spiced, and served with smoked pineapple and cashew cream, or the Salt Chilli Fried Chicken, finished with a zingy tangle of chilli pickles and mustard. Seafood gets the fire treatment too, with dishes like the Queenie Scallop with garlic, chilli, and salty fingers, and Cornish Mussels swimming in smoky butter and fresh parsley. Every dish is crafted with flavour first, using quality produce and a fearless approach to the mastery of the grill. Ours isn’t BBQ by the book, it’s Corrigan-style cooking with smoke, soul, and a few surprises along the way.
Drinks to Match the Smoke
Big, bold flavours deserve drinks that can hold their own, and at our London BBQ restaurant, we’ve got just the lineup. From craft beers that cut through the richness to bold reds that embrace the char, our drinks list is built to complement everything that comes off the grill.
For something with a little extra fire, our signature cocktails are made to stand up to the smoke. Try the Jalapeño Ban, made with poitín, grapefruit, lime, and sugar: a zesty kick with just the right amount of heat. Or go for the Frozen Rhubarb Margarita, where Altos Silver, Aperol, and rhubarb come together in an icy, smoky-sweet sensation to help cool the heat. The Red Apple Sour, with Redbreast whiskey, Calvados, lemon, and whites, is the perfect balance of bite and smoothness, as well as plenty of other traditional classics.
Once you’ve feasted, the night doesn’t have to end. Head downstairs to Gibney’s London for a post-BBQ pint, live music, or a few rounds with friends. Whether you're craving a creamy Guinness or one more cocktail for the road, we’ll have something poured fresh and waiting ice cold.
Group Dining, Parties & After Hours
Whether you’re rounding up the usual lot for a birthday bash, planning a team night out, or just fancy a long, lively dinner with some of your best mates, Daffodil Mulligan is made for group dining. With BBQ-style dishes built for sharing, bold flavours flying out of the open grill, and a dining room that hums with delicious energy, ours is the perfect place for a night that starts with a feast and ends with a sing-along downstairs at Gibney’s.
Our menu is ideal for groups who like to mix, match, and get stuck in. From big sharing cuts like our Sugar Pit Pork or Suckling Pig to punchy small plates like the Cauliflower Bhaji, Salt Chilli Fried Chicken, and Cornish Mussels, add a few rounds of cocktails or a bottle or two of bold red, and you’ve got the makings of a memorable night, start to finish.
When the plates are cleared, head downstairs to Gibney’s London for live music, perfect pints, and a proper Irish pub atmosphere that keeps the party going into the small hours. Great food, great craic, and good company, that’s what Daffy’s does best.
How to Find Us
You’ll find Daffodil Mulligan right in the heart of buzzing Shoreditch, just a five minute stroll from Old Street Station. Whether you're heading out for a night of smoky BBQ, live music, or a few perfectly poured pints, we're tucked on City Road, ready to welcome you in with our usual bold flavours and warm Irish hospitality.
We’re not your typical BBQ restaurant in London, but who says traditional is always the best? Join us in Shoreditch and experience our flavours, passion and finesse for yourself.