Food and Drink in Liverpool

Explore the best food and drink in Liverpool, including restaurants, cafés, bars, fast food, markets, and hidden gems.

  • Festival of Summer Comes To Royal Albert Dock - Disco Turtle

    Festival of Summer Comes To Royal Albert Dock With Music, Food & Drink Festivals Taking Place

    Having kicked off summer in style with a weekend of jam-packed colourful Pride celebrations, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool is continuing its programme of feel-good activities throughout August with its ‘Festival of Summer’. Offering a brand new music, food and drink festival, family-friendly activities and the perfect summer selfie spots, it’s all here on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront.  At the centre of the festivities is Soundbites, the dock’s new festival showcasing some of Liverpool’s finest musical talents…

  • HotShots Liverpool Now Open

    HotShots Darts Now Open At Cains Brewery Building – First Look Inside The Venue

    HotShots, Liverpool’s Drink, Dine and Darts experience at Cains Brewery Building, opened on Friday night (2 August) to rave reviews from their first competitive customers with guests hailing the new venue as ‘absolutely brilliant’ and ‘the most fun night out in a long time’. With experiential leisure growing in popularity HotShots has brought the magic of darts into the 21st century with 9 lanes of the highest quality Augmented Reality darting equipment, 4 interactive darts lanes, shuffleboard and…

  • Celebrating Castle Street BID - Batala

    Full Programme Revealed For Celebrating Castle Street and Bold Street Events

    Celebrating Castle Street will be held this weekend, on Sunday 4 August, with a full programme of music, food and drink entertainment to showcase the historic street’s culture. Celebrating Bold Street will be held the following Sunday 11 August. The full programme for both events can now be revealed. Liverpool’s ‘Celebrating Bold Street’ and ‘Celebrating Castle Street’ events run from 11am – 5pm, with both roads closed. Each street will have a dedicated programme of…

  • Golf Fang Liverpool

    Chill The Fang Out This Summer At Golf Fang Liverpool

    Seriously twisted crazy golf course, cocktail bar & graffiti house, Golf Fang Liverpool, has announced the launch of a brand new mix-it-yourself drinks menu and iconic Summer Jam offer this season – perfect for keeping golf fans in the city swinging and sipping all season long.  DIRTY SODAS @ GOLF FANG Inspired by the boom of popularity in the USA, Golf Fang Liverpool has announced the launch of a Dirty Soda station at the bar,…

  • HotShots Darts Liverpool's Cains Brewery Village

    HotShots: Drink, Dine And Darts Venue To Open In Cains Brewery Building

    HotShots – Liverpool’s Drink, Dine and Darts experience is opening in Cains Brewery Building on Thursday 1 August. This unique experiential leisure venue is bringing the magic of darts into the 21st century with 9 lanes of the highest quality Augmented Reality darting equipment, 4 interactive darts lanes, shuffleboard and 3 super stylish bars serving a range of small plates, burgers and pizzas along with a selection of classic and bespoke themed cocktails. The venue will open from…

  • Pride at GPO - Kiki Pain

    Celebrate Liverpool Pride At GPO In Metquarter

    Liverpool’s biggest party of the year is back! To celebrate love and inclusivity, GPO Food Market at Metquarter is hosting a fun-filled lineup of events sure to get visitors feeling fabulous for this year’s Liverpool Pride.  On Saturday 27 July, the food market will be filled with a jam-packed schedule of exciting entertainment, perfect for those looking to celebrate this year’s Pride with friends and family, including a DJ set hosted by Liverpool’s own Kiki…

  • The Clubhouse venue Liverpool - Top Table

    Stylish Wedding And Event Space, The Clubhouse, Now Open In Liverpool City Centre

    The Clubhouse on Parr Street, just off Wolstenholme Square is Liverpool’s newest and most stylish purpose built event space.  A sister site to the hugely popular Ropewalks Hotel with all bookings overseen by the hotels highly trained Operations team, the versatile venue has been designed to cater for a multitude of corporate events, conferences meetings and launches.   The perfect venue for weddings with a chic, light and airy modern interior in stunning neutral tones with…

  • Gaucho Celebrates 30 Years By Bringing Back Iconic Dishes As Part of £30 Menu

    Gaucho Celebrates 30 Years By Bringing Back Iconic Dishes As Part of £30 Menu

    Gaucho, the oldest Argentine steak restaurant in the UK, is thrilled to celebrate its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of exceptional dining inspired by the rich flavours and traditions of Latin American cuisine. Founded in 1994, Gaucho opened its first restaurant in London Piccadilly, which remains Gaucho’s flagship. Since humble beginnings in the basement of the building – which was once the Spanish ambassador’s residence – it now occupies all four floors as a sprawling…

  • Elif Castle Street Liverpool

    Elif Restaurant Set To Open In Former Prestigious Castle Street Bank Building This Week

    Elif Turkish Bar & Grill will open on Castle Street, in Liverpool City Centre this week. Owners say the new venue, which will transform the iconic Grade II-listed NatWest Bank building, will see an elegant reinvention of the already popular and respected city restaurant brand. “We are delighted to have brought new life to this incredible city centre building, and to have taken Elif to a whole new level of luxury,” says owner Alan May.…

  • Commune Bar Liverpool Fabric District

    Commune: The Bar Where Live Music, Art and Community Come Together

    There’s a new bar in Liverpool’s Fabric District, lovingly brought to life in the former home of Melodic Distraction. But, Commune is more than just a bar—it’s a space that breathes life into the local arts and music scene, fostering a sense of community and togetherness. Born out of a spontaneous opportunity and a shared passion for live music, the arts, and community engagement, Commune stands as a testament to the power of creativity and…

  • The Municipal Hotel & Spa - Seaforth Restaurant

    The Municipal Hotel & Spa Restaurant, Seaforth, Announces New Summer Menu

    Liverpool’s only five-star hotel, The Municipal Hotel & Spa MGallery – Liverpool part of the MGallery Hotel Collection, Accor Group’s luxury boutique-hotel brand, has announced the launch of its new seasonal menu at its beautiful 100-cover brasserie-style restaurant, Seaforth.  Newly appointed chef, Andrew Green has created the new menu complete with modern twists and hints of Liverpool’s historic trade past. Featuring an array of exquisite dishes and opulent desserts showcasing the passion and intricacy of…

  • Gino D'Acampo at his Sky Bar at INNSiDE Liverpool

    Gino D’Acampo Gifts Every Guest £10 As He Celebrates His 48th Birthday With A Nationwide Party

    People across the UK can enjoy dinner and drinks on Gino D’Acampo this summer as the leading Italian chef gifts every adult £10 on him. The Italian star, who turns 48 on 17 July is inviting guests to share in his birthday celebrations with £10 to spend at his collection of premium Italian restaurants when dining between 15 July and 31 August. To claim the special birthday incentive, all individuals need to do is sign up to the chef’s…

  • That Tastes Wild Sustainable Food Tour in Liverpool - Squash Liverpool

    Ethical Eats and Hidden Gems: Inside ‘That Tastes Wild’ Sustainable Liverpool Food Tour

    A unique culinary adventure awaits with That Tastes Wild, a Liverpool food tour that is a celebration of ethical food, sustainable practices, and the hidden gastronomic treasures of the city. We spoke to Helena Ashkanfar-Appleton, the visionary behind this impressive venture, to uncover the inspiration, mission, and future of That Tastes Wild. Liverpool Noise: Hi Helena, can you tell us about the inspiration behind “That Tastes Wild” and how it came to be? Helena: Well…

  • 200 Degrees Liverpool Giving Away 200 Iced Coffees Next Week

    200 Degrees Liverpool Giving Away 200 Iced Coffees Next Week

    It may not be the summer we were hoping for, but speciality coffee roaster and independent café brand, 200 Degrees, is turning up the heat with a refreshing giveaway to celebrate the launch of its new summer menu. On Tuesday 16th July 2024 from 10:30am the first 200 people through the doors of either of its Liverpool stores will be able to get their hands on one of five new speciality iced drinks for FREE.…

  • Best Steak Restaurants in Liverpool - Hawksmoor

    The Best Steak Restaurants In Liverpool

    Fancy a great steak? Liverpool is home to some amazing steak restaurants so you can satisfy your carnivorous cravings. From upscale establishments with ambience to match their marbled offerings to hidden gems serving up unpretentious perfection, this list is your guide to a truly stellar steak experience in Liverpool. Here’s our curated selection of the best steak restaurants in Liverpool. Cowshed Address: Cowshed, 104 Seel St, Liverpool L1 4BLContact: +44 151 708 7580Website: cowshedliverpool.co.ukInstagram: @cowshedlpl…

  • Arcains 18+ Liverpool

    ArCains 18+ Adults Only Gaming Arcade Opens

    ArCains 18+ has opened in Cains Brewery Village in the heart of the trendy Baltic Triangle. The brand new over 18’s only venue is the 4th level addition to the very popular ArCains gaming complex located on Grafton Street. ArCains, is one of Europe’s biggest gaming experiences with hundreds of retro and modern games spread over multiple floors. Pay to enter and stay as long as you like, with all games set to free play!  ArCains has three…

  • © Liverpool ONE - South John Street

    There’s So Much To Do At Liverpool ONE This Summer

    Summer is finally here and Liverpool ONE has an exciting line-up of activities to enjoy. Whether you’re a regular visitor or it’s your first time in the city, Liverpool ONE is the ideal family destination for an unforgettable summer filled with fun, entertainment, and lasting memories. From thrilling sporting events to delightful dining experiences, and plenty of entertainment options, Liverpool ONE offers a summer packed with events for you and your loved ones. The sound…

  • Graduations at Delifonseca

    Celebrate Graduation Season At Delifonseca Dockside

    With graduation season upon us, Delifonseca Dockside is the perfect spot for Liverpool’s newest graduates and their families to raise a toast and celebrate.  Located on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront in Brunswick, just a mile from the city centre, the award-winning eatery has long been a foodie institution for food lovers, families and friends. From now up until July 12th, the restaurant is offering a special menu designed with students’ momentous occasion in mind. “We believe…

  • Aperidisco Coming to Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

    Aperol Spritz® Aperidisco Is Coming To The Royal Albert Dock

    Aperol – the iconic Italian Aperitivo – is bringing the much-loved Aperol Spritz® Aperidisco to Liverpool for the first time after its huge success for two consecutive years at London’s Battersea Power Station. For 12 days starting Wednesday 3 July until Sunday 14 July the Aperol Spritz® Aperidisco will be popping up for the ultimate free disco at the iconic Royal Albert Docks. Aperidisco will showcase a variety of DJ sets, free glitter face-art, as…

  • Sefton Park Hotel Exterior

    Sefton Park Hotel: 10 Things You Should Know

    Nestled within the 200-acre expanse of Sefton Park, just ten minutes from Liverpool city centre, the Sefton Park Hotel is a beautifully renovated Victorian villa brimming with charm and history. Curious to learn more? Discover the 10 must-know highlights about the Sefton Park Hotel, from its rich Beatles history to its exquisite event spaces and dining experiences. Read on to uncover what makes this hotel a true Liverpool gem. 1. Beautifully renovated Victorian villa –…

Whether you’re a local or a visitor, exploring food and drink in Liverpool is one of the best ways to experience the city. From world-class restaurants to cosy cafés, lively bars, and hidden street food gems, the city has something to satisfy every craving.

Liverpool’s restaurant scene is diverse and ever-growing. Bold Street is famous for its independent eateries, where you’ll find everything from authentic Italian trattorias to Indian street food, Middle Eastern mezze, and plant-based cafés. If fine dining is what you’re after, Liverpool has an array of award-winning restaurants including Panoramic 34, with its stunning skyline views, and The Art School, renowned for showcasing local, seasonal produce. For those who love seafood, spots like Barnacle and Lerpwl bring the best of the Mersey and beyond to your plate.

When it comes to casual dining, Liverpool doesn’t disappoint. The Baltic Market, the city’s first street food market, offers a rotating mix of independent traders serving burgers, tacos, pizzas, and vegan treats in a buzzing atmosphere with live music and craft beer. For brunch lovers, places like The Brunch Club, Moose Coffee, and The Quarter have become staples for relaxed, hearty meals with friends. And if you’re craving international flavours, you can take your pick from authentic Chinese restaurants in Liverpool’s Chinatown, vibrant Mexican taquerias, or Turkish grills dotted across the city.

Liverpool’s food and drink culture goes hand in hand with its nightlife. The city is home to stylish cocktail bars, traditional pubs, and craft breweries. Castle Street has emerged as a hotspot for dining and drinking, with restaurants like Rudy’s Neapolitan Pizza and El Gato Negro Tapas, while the Ropewalks district is perfect for bar-hopping with friends. For craft beer fans, head to venues like Black Lodge Brewery or Dead Crafty Beer Company, while gin lovers can enjoy artisan blends at places like Jenever on Hope Street.

Healthy eating has also found its place in Liverpool, with a growing number of cafés and restaurants focused on nutritious, wholesome food. Popular options include Leaf for tea and wholesome bites, The Nakery for raw treats, and Duke Street Market for lighter, fresh dining choices.

Whether you’re in the mood for a luxury tasting menu, a quick grab-and-go snack, or a relaxed pint with friends, food and drink in Liverpool offers endless possibilities. Our guides, reviews, and recommendations help you discover the best new openings, hidden gems, and must-try classics across the city, ensuring you’ll always have somewhere exciting to eat or drink next.