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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Castle Street Townhouse Launch Eclectic New Cocktail Menu
Castle St Townhouse is serving up a taste of sophistication with its delicious new cocktail menu. Located in the heart of the city’s thriving Commercial District, the all-day and all-night dining and drinking destination has devised a selection of classic and signature cocktails ideal for the summer months. The delectable blends on offer include the aptly named ‘3 Mirrored Feeling’, ‘The Bow Tie’ and ‘Townhouse Battenberg’ to name a few. General Manager of Castle St…
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Baltic Market Is Set To Bring Together The Cities Indie Food & Drink Community
Foodies rejoice! The team behind Independent Liverpool are bringing the first weekly event of its kind to the city – a brand new food hall called Baltic Market. Taking over the iconic Cains Brewery located in the Baltic Triangle, the free to enter space will showcase a taste of the best offerings from Liverpool’s indie food and drink community. Launching on June 30th from 5pm, Baltic Market will feature a rotating schedule of up to 10 food stalls…
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Tiger Rock Hawker Opening New Restaurant In The City Centre
Tiger Rock Hawker is celebrating its first anniversary by announcing the opening of a second site in the heart of the city centre. Set to open its doors in July, the Smithdown Road favourite will bring a unique East Asian dining concept to North John Street with its authentic selection of Thai, Chinese, Malaysian, Singaporean, Vietnamese and Laotian dishes. Owned by husband and wife duo Kean and Vikki Teh, the new addition will also play host…
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Formby Hall’s Magical £2.4million Makeover Unveiled
Earlier this week we were lucky enough to be on the 150-strong guestlist for the grand revealing of the brand new Formby Hall Golf Resort and Spa. As an internationally recognised golfing destination and luxury spa sanctuary, Formby Hall is a bit of a local legend already so we were chomping at the bit to see what magic a £2.4million makeover could conjure. Let me tell ya, we weren’t disappointed. Complete with red carpet, champagne…
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Ropewalks Lounge; Restaurant Review
This restaurant is attached to the Novotel on Hanover Street, but effort has been made to give it its own identity, which, on the whole it succeeds in doing. The Rope imagery is continued in the décor, as it provides a decorative barrier between eating sections, whilst the waiting staff sport natty Breton t-shirts, which continue the nautical feel. My dining partner – The G – was having difficulty parking the car, so I had…
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Titanic Hotel’s Stanley Bar & Grill Restaurant Review
When the Executive Chef has a past that spans the QE2, Sydney Olympics, Chester Grosvenor and the DoubleTree in Chester you can pretty much guarantee that the food is going to be good. And we were not disappointed by the new summer menu at Stanley’s Bar & Grill at the Titanic Hotel. With everything from Fish and Chips to duck breast, pork chops and scallops there’s something for all tastes. The hotel itself is luxury…
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Chef Gary Usher Smashes UK’s Largest Ever Kickstarter Campaign For A UK Restaurant – Wreckfish Liverpool Is Coming!
Chef owner, Gary Usher, launched an ambitious £200k Kickstarter campaign on 2nd May to open a 100-cover restaurant in the Ropewalks area of Liverpool city centre. With high profile and humbling support from the likes of Tom Kerridge, Simon Rimmer and several other Michelin star chefs, Usher’s campaign reached the £200k goal with 45 hours to go, from the support of 1,441 backers and counting. The record-breaking £200k crowdfunding campaign is the largest ever amount…
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New Liverpool Bar YARD Now Open In The Baltic Triangle
YARD – Liverpool’s newest outdoor bar, opened it’s doors on Friday. Situated in the heart of the Baltic Triangle, next to District, YARD is an intimate and vibrant space, offering a fine selection of drink, music, and soon-to-be, food (with ItalFresh bringing back their Thursday night pop-up from 8th June). Using a 15ft shipping container as the bar and scaffolding boards as tables, YARD truly embraces and celebrates its industrial surroundings. YARD will continue the good vibes over the Bank Holiday…
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Down The Hatch Food Review
Liverpool is fast becoming a vegan food hotspot, with new and exciting restaurants opening in rapid succession. That being said, it’s only at this point that we are finally getting our very first establishment specialising in vegetarian and vegan junk food. Yes, vegans like junk food too! Down The Hatch is changing the face of the vegan food scene in Liverpool. Based on Duke Street, Down the Hatch is a bar and restaurant that boasts…
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51 Mill Lane Opens Its Doors In The Heart of West Derby Village
West Derby Village’s newest dining addition has officially opened its doors. With the address as its namesake, 51 Mill Lane’s Bar, Kitchen & Garden is serving up a selection of small plates inspired by cuisines from across the globe alongside a range of cocktails, wines and pale ales. Following a five-figure sum investment, the eatery is home to laid-back dining areas, a bustling bar and an intimate garden space. Managing Director at 51 Mill Lane Kate…
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Castle Street Townhouse Restaurant Review
What makes a restaurant really successful depends on a variety of factors, which although seemingly disparate, if they do not mesh together detracts against the aim of the culinary exercise. These are, in no particular order, the quality of the food and drink, the environment, and the staff. All these elements need to work together almost symbiotically to achieve a great experience for the customer. And by this yardstick, the Castle Street Townhouse scores extremely…
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Chef & Restaurant Owner Aiming For Crowdfunder Success With New Campaign
Local chef Gary Usher is looking to raise funds for his latest restaurant venture, Wreckfish, in Liverpool. Cutting his teeth at the Michelin starred Chester Grosvenor, followed by time spent at Chapter One, Chez Bruce, York & Albany and Jamie’s Italian, Gary Usher is no stranger to hard work. Opening Sticky Walnut in Hoole, Chester, back in 2011 on a shoestring budget, he now owns two additional restaurants with a potential fourth in the pipeline.…
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Castle St Townhouse Welcomes New General Manager As Part of Its Evolved Dining Destination Concept
Castle St Townhouse has welcomed a new General Manager to head its expanding team. Robert Andrew Scott, 37, joins the all day, night and drinking destination following an impressive background in a variety of Rosette, Red Star and Michelin Star properties including Hipping Hall, Lower Slaughter Manor and Manor House Castle Combe. As part of ongoing developments, Castle St Townhouse has also unveiled an eclectic new dinner concept to add to its holistic dining options…
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Step Inside LIV, Liverpool’s New Independent Healthy Living Store.
The first of its kind, this brilliant new organic and natural food market, café and health and beauty destination opened yesterday afternoon. With a 10,000 sq ft market area and 50 seat restaurant, LIV is perfectly placed in the heart of the city’s thriving independent food and drink quarter, celebrating the best that Bold Street has to offer. The LIV concept is being launched by Knowsley-based Healthy Food Supplies. Inside, the market area is a must…
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Whitmore & White Food Hall & Wine Merchants; Review
Whitmore & White: where fine wines are on tap and the brownies are as sweet as they look. I’ve been writing for Liverpool Noise about all things arts and food in the city for a good few years now so I think it’s about time I came clean and told you all the truth… I actually live on the Wirral. Yep that’s right, I’m a Wirral ‘ead, a plastic scouser, a wool, whatever you want…
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FINCA To Open Outdoor Restaurant In The Baltic Triangle
Street Food Pioneers to Serve Up at Constellations. The Baltic Triangle is set to get a taste of Cuba this summer when FINCA launches its first full restaurant in an outdoor space at Constellations. Opening on Friday 21 April, the covered al fresco restaurant will serve up FINCA’s signature dishes including cubanos, croquettas and sweet potato fries, as well as many new menu additions. Launched in April last year, the Cuban eatery has already undertaken residencies at…
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Smithdown Road Festival Announces More Acts For Showcase of Music, Art, Food & Dance
With just a few weeks to go until the annual free Smithdown Road festival, there is no doubting that the program of events has grown considerably this year – and that festival goers are in for a brilliant weekend of music, art, food and dance. Perhaps the biggest news of all is that due to the overwhelming popularity of last year’s festival, there will be a huge outdoor area on the Saturday and Sunday to be held…
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The Botanical Garden Re-Opens With Sunshine, Gin & Great Food
The sun was shining – and rightly so – for the re-opening of the Liverpool Botanical Gin Garden, and it was as if the Juniper God was smiling down on us as we celebrated this auspicious occasion. Nothing really has changed; the clientele is a good eclectic mix and the atmosphere is exceptionally friendly with a really cool vibe. The doorman who greeted us with such cheerfulness seemed to have graduated from the British Butler…
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Sunday Lunch At The Titanic Hotel
This June marks the Titanic Hotel’s 3rd anniversary, and the minds behind the hotel’s restaurant, the popular Stanley’s Bar and Grill, are keeping us on our toes with their new Sunday Lunch Menu. Located just a 10 minute drive north of the popular Albert Dock and Echo Arena, the hotel offers a peaceful and rustic alternative to the buzzing city centre. The hotel has, fortunately, chosen to combine modern décor with the buildings original skeleton,…
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Liverpool Is Getting It’s First Ever Food Hall In The Baltic Triangle
The Baltic Market will open in Cain’s Brewery warehouse this summer. What have Lisbon, Amsterdam and soon to be Liverpool all got in common? They’ve all got a food hall. From the guys behind Independent Liverpool and street food legend Tim Haggis, chief hot dog perfectionist behind the beloved Meet Frank – a true foodie revolution is upon us in the shape of a 4 days a week food hall. Its a dream come true…
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.