Food and Drink in Liverpool
Explore the best food and drink in Liverpool, including restaurants, cafés, bars, fast food, markets, and hidden gems.
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I am Doner Expands to Woolton with Second Liverpool Store
Award-winning kebab brand, I am Doner is opening a second Liverpool store in Woolton, taking on the former Buffalo & Tabasco site on Woolton Street. After a successful launch into the region in Bootle in December 2022, this pop up store will open today (3 May) with a special launch offer for its fans. 20% off for all customers on their first order simply head to the website to sign up. This opening coincides with…
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Fletcher’s Beer Garden Is Back This Spring & Summer
On Friday 3 May, South Liverpool’s biggest al fresco drinking, dining and events space returns for it’s sixth year, bigger and better than ever. Fletcher’s Beer Garden has proved a popular destination over the years, for not just locals but from guests further afield due to its vast offerings. Fletchers is not only a beautiful sun trap but also offers live music, live sport on their renowned giant outdoor screen along with special events throughout the summer.…
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Baltic Market Welcomes New Trader With The Hugely Popular Nashville Cluck
Baltic Market is delighted to announce its newest trader, the Liverpool sensation Nashville Cluck. Renowned for being one of the highest rated burger spots in the UK, Nashville Cluck was recently shortlisted for UberEats’ Restaurant of the Year Award and has overtaken huge chains including McDonald’s, KFC, Popeyes and Five Guys to become the most ordered on UberEats. From Wednesday 1 May, Nashville Cluck will join the plethora of kitchens at the market including Hafla Hafla,…
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Gaucho And Hennessy Join Forces To Support Up And Coming Liverpool Music Artists
Gaucho Grassroots Music Lates will support local breakthrough talent by hosting an unforgettable evening of live music, cocktails and culinary delights at Gaucho Liverpool this May. Gaucho, the UK’s favourite steak restaurant, is proud to announce an exciting partnership with leading cognac brand and supporter of live music Hennessy, to launch Gaucho Grassroots Music Lates. Liverpool’s vibrant music scene is one of the most legendary in the UK, giving rise to some of the most…
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The Ultimate Staycation – Modo Launches Coco Club In Liverpool’s Concert Square
Modo has been at the forefront of Liverpool nightlife for nearly three decades, and this Spring / Summer is no exception as the team bring their brand new Coco Club campaign to Concert Square. In partnership with Southern Comfort, Coco Club runs from mid-April and through the Summer, and is giving serious vacation vibes, taking influences from legendary party resorts such as Ibiza and Tulum in Mexico. Making your way under two giant bamboo and palm leaf…
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Il Forno Launches Luxurious New Private Dining Area
Il Forno, Liverpool’s popular award-winning restaurant, has launched a beautiful new Private Dining Area. The luxurious space has been created for large parties, private celebrations, birthdays, baby showers, intimate weddings as well as for corporate businesses and board meetings, with the room complete with a private bar, opulent wine wall and projector. Il Forno’s Private Dining Area will also serve as a backdrop to bespoke masterclasses and wine tastings complete with Italian small plates. Seating…
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Craft Brew Festival With Unlimited Beer Is Coming To Liverpool
A first of its kind craft beer festival that offers unlimited beer is coming to Invisible Wind Factory on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 June 2024. Craft Brew Festival is now in its second year, after sell out events in Manchester and Birmingham in 2023, and comes to Liverpool for the first time this summer. The beer extravaganza features 15 different brewers, street food, live music and unlimited drinks for each 5 hour event. From…
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BOXPARK Liverpool Reveals Exciting Programme of Events Including Festival-Style Weekender
BOXPARK Liverpool, the 1,500 capacity award-winning food and entertainment venue, has revealed its stacked events programme as we approach summer 2024. With an epic launch party and a serious line-up of festival-style events across the opening weekend (19 – 21 April) followed by a series of specially curated events from Comedy Supper Clubs with British personality Joel Dommett and Bottomless Brunch with Atomic Kitten to a screening of the Merseyside Derby, the opening few weeks…
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Delifonseca Dockside Presents: Argentinian Wine & Food Tasting Evening
Delifonseca Dockside is set to host an Argentinian Wine & Food Tasting Evening on Friday, 26 April. Kickstarting at 7pm, the event at the award-winning Brunswick Way eatery promises a fusion of the very best Argentine cuisine and wines, set against the backdrop of Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. Known for its commitment to quality ingredients and culinary innovation, Delifonseca Dockside has become a beloved destination for foodies, families and friends alike. Since its expansion during the…
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Bagels, Buses, And Big Kahuna: Three New Food & Drink Concepts Arrive At Liverpool ONE
Three food and drink concepts are coming to Liverpool ONE’s Chavasse Park and Wall Street, joining the destination’s extensive line-up of hospitality operators in the UK’s most sociable city. Making its Liverpool debut, Bagel Factory is bringing its bagel-based grab-and-go concept, joining two motorised food and drink pop-ups, The Bus Yard and Big Kahuna. Bagel Factory is set to bring its fast-growing enterprise to the city for the first time, selecting a kiosk on Liverpool…
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New Restaurant, Voyagers, Opens In Liverpool
Liverpool’s rich maritime heritage inspires the city’s latest restaurant offering, Voyagers. Located at 38 Parr Street in the heart of the Ropewalks district, the 70-seater restaurant with 100-seater bar, opened its doors this week with a menu that gives diners a mix of globally inspired dishes with a local twist, a selection of 35 wines including a great selection of organic and natural wines, plus signature cocktails, including the Salted Watermelon cooler, made from a…
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Blackstock Market Opens Its Doors
Blackstock Market has opened to the public with more than 2,000 people flocking to the multi-million-pound Liverpool venue on its first day. The hotly anticipated new £7million entertainment destination was officially launched, with events including a sold-out evening from Hot Water Comedy Club, led by its popular resident compere Paul Smith. The epic comedy line-up also included fan favourites Jamie Sutherland, Kate Tracey, Danny McLoughlin, Tony Carroll, Rob Thomas, Brennan Reece, Phil Chapman and Freddie Quinn. Earlier in the day, superstar British…
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Great British Menu Winner To Launch Restaurant, Vetch, In Liverpool
Chef Dan McGeorge, winner of TV’s Great British Menu 2021, is set to open the doors of his debut restaurant later this Spring. Vetch, located at 29A Hope Street in the heart of his hometown of Liverpool, is currently being transformed into a 26-cover fine dining restaurant. Once open, the restaurant will serve up a relaxed seasonally inspired five-course lunch and a seven-course dinner, with both tasting menus showcasing modern British cooking interspersed with Nordic…
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Liverpool Restaurant Week: Enjoy A Week of Offers And Win A Weekly Meal Out For A Whole Year
Foodies could win a meal out once a week for a whole year if they dine out five times during Liverpool Restaurant Week. The Foodie Passport allows diners to get stamped at participating venues and be in with a chance to win the prize that has been offered by Liverpool’s restaurants and bars. 75 venues have signed up so far, with 130+ offers available. Liverpool Restaurant Week takes place from 22-28 April. Organised and funded…
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Liverpool’s Best-Kept Secrets: Hidden Gems For You To Discover
Beyond Liverpool’s renowned landmarks and bustling streets lies a some brilliant hidden gems waiting to be discovered. In this blog post, we unveil seven of Liverpool’s best-kept secrets – from bars shops, streets and cafes, there’s some real treats to be discovered. Whether you fancy a quiet drink in a secluded bar, a board game with friends over a slice of cake or an evening of futuristic karaoke – Liverpool’s best kept secrets will provide…
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New Day-To Night Coffee Bar, Switch, To Open In Wolstenholme Square
Liverpool will welcome a new coffee bar in April with the opening of the new and exciting Switch CoffeeBar. Based in Wolstenholme Square, Switch CoffeeBar will seamlessly transition from day to night. From exceptional coffee by day, and carefully created cocktails by night, Switch CoffeeBar will cater for every mood, from early morning pick me ups where guests can get their caffeine fix right in the heart of the city centre, to relaxed afternoon gatherings before…
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BOXPARK Liverpool Announces Food Traders
Award-winning dining, retail and leisure operator BOXPARK, opening to the public on 19 April 2024, has today announced the eight incredible food traders for their first venue outside of London. Focussing on emerging and independent street food businesses from Liverpool and the surrounding areas, the eight kitchens and one kiosk at BOXPARK Liverpool will offer an array of mouth-watering cuisines from across the globe, ensuring there’s a carefully curated offer for all visitors. The three London…
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Liverpool’s New Entertainment Venue, Blackstock Market, Announces Spring Opening
Liverpool’s hottest new independent entertainment destination is set to open its doors this spring, promising a brilliant visitor experience. The new £7million Blackstock Market will boast a wide-ranging programme of entertainment, including comedy, music, sporting events broadcast live on a giant screen and a fantastic food and drink offer. The 60,000sq ft development is the brainchild of Toxteth-raised brothers Paul and Binty Blair who run the city’s hugely popular, multi award-winning Hot Water Comedy Club. Now the pair have harnessed…
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The Best Greek Restaurants In Liverpool
Liverpool’s dining scene boasts a Mediterranean flair with its selection of Greek eateries that promise to transport your taste buds to the Aegean shores. From cosy tavernas serving up hearty traditional dishes to modern establishments offering a chic twist on Hellenic classics, there’s a Greek restaurant to suit every palate. So, whether you’re craving a meze feast or a sumptuous gyro, get ready to say “Opa!” to the flavours of Greece, right here in the…
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Gran Caffé To Open A Third Liverpool Venue On Lark Lane
Authentic Italian coffee shop Gran Caffè is set to open a third Liverpool site, this time in South Liverpool on Lark Lane. Owned by Italian brothers Paolo and Donato Cillo, Gran Caffè first opened in Williamson Square as part of the popular Italian Quarter over 10 years ago. Since then, the authentic, family business has enjoyed fantastic growth, opening another coffee shop on Duke Street in December 2023. The third Gran Caffè is the first to open outside of Liverpool city centre, on the…
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.