Restaurants in Liverpool
Discover the best restaurants in Liverpool, from hidden gems and indie favourites to fine dining, street food and everything in between.
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Smithdown Road Restaurants and Bars Guide
Smithdown Road has fast become a food-hub of South Liverpool, with many new eateries and bars opening up recently. Here is our guide to a selection of Smithdown Road restaurants and bars. Spitroast Spitroast is a chicken restaurant that many have said is better than Nandos. It has venues in Smithdown, Crosby and Ormskirk. The menu is based around rotisserie chicken, and also features a whole host of other chicken dishes – and of course,…
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El Gato Negro Invites Guests To Get Tipsy With Tapas To Celebrate Three Years In Liverpool
Acclaimed tapas restaurant El Gato Negro is bringing back Tipsy Tapas for the August Bank holiday. The hugely popular dining event is being staged in celebration of the restaurant’s third anniversary, with the restaurant raising a glass to three years at Exchange Flags this month (August). Guests are invited to join in the party at the beautiful Grade II heritage building and enjoy three small plates and bottomless sangria, Bandarra spritz, bellinis, fizz, white wine, red wine,…
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Barnacle Presents An Evening With Chef Kieran Gill and Master Sommelier Nigel Wilkinson
Celebrating a selection of Barnacle’s suppliers with a 5-course menu from Kieran Gill paired with wines by Nigel Wilkinson on Thursday 1 September from 7pm. Barnacle has sustainability, seasonality and provenance at its heart. The intimate Scouse brasserie remains all about celebrating the wonderful array of produce which surrounds the city region, an abundance of farms and their fields packed with all kinds of goodness which informs the menus at the Duke Street Market hotspot.…
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Alma De Cuba Launches New Terrace And Cuban Inspired Menus
One of Liverpool’s most iconic bar and restaurants, Alma de Cuba, has transformed its outdoor terrace and created new Cuban-inspired menus to put it on the city’s summer hot list. The beautiful former St Peter’s church building on Seel Street, famous for its altar petal drop, now has a revamped garden which has its own CBD Cocktails, frozen cocktail and spritz menu. Drinkers can soak up the sun with frozen daiquiris, margaritas, watermelon sugar martinis…
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Capeesh Italian Restaurant Arrives in Liverpool
Located in the iconic Pacific Chambers building on Victoria Street in Liverpool, Capeesh will bring a new dining experience to the city. With a menu of classic pasta and grill dishes as well as Neapolitan style pizzas from a state of the art wood-fired pizza oven Capeesh will deliver exceptional food and service to match. The Italian renaissance style of the building has been at the forefront of the design and build process. The award-winning,…
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Barnacle Launch New Summer Menu
Now summer’s in full flow, the seasons shift and the farms and fields across the region offer their wonderful new produce. And over at Barnacle – the intimate Scouse brasserie nestled in the upper floor of Duke Street Market which is now in the Michelin Guide – it’s an opportunity to launch a new menu to embrace the abundance of new produce and ingredients selected for their seasonality, flavour and sustainability. One starter, the courgette…
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LEAF Bold Street Prepare A Unique 4-Course Service Inspired By The 1913 Yamen Café Menu
Last spring, a remarkable story unfolded which had Liverpool and the wider world spellbound. Whilst renovation work was taking place at LEAF Bold Street in April 2021, a beautifully preserved menu over 100 years old fell from the rafters, dating back to Wednesday 15 January, 1913. It offered a tangible glimpse into the past and how the city’s food and drink scene once was, in the then known Yamen Café. Decadent dishes included Tournedos Bearnaise, Consommé…
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Nova Scotia Restaurant Review
Liverpool is a city steeped in history, yet thanks to a new waterfront restaurant and bar, we’ve discovered even more about the its past. We’ll tell you more about the food and drink of course, but first, here’s the history. Quoting from the restaurant’s menu “The area now known as Mann Island, was until the early part of the 20th Century a shanty town and dock known as Nova Scotia due to its twinning with…
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Liverpool’s Lu Ban Restaurant Targets Gold In VisitEngland Awards For Excellence 2022
Liverpool’s Lu Ban Restaurant is up for one of the biggest awards in tourism having been chosen as a finalist for the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2022. The iconic Chinese restaurant, located in Cain’s Brewery in the city’s vibrant Baltic Triangle, is competing against Fischer’s Baslow Hall, Derbyshire and Moor Hall Restaurant with Rooms, Lancashire for the Taste of England Award. Lu Ban, which specialises in regional Chinese dishes, is in exclusive company just 45 finalists across…
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Barnacle Reveal New Menu For Spring At Duke Street Market
In the space of a few months, Barnacle has carved out its own space in Liverpool’s burgeoning culinary scene and now reveals its spring menu, reflecting the gradual change of seasons. Set in Duke Street Market, since opening in December 2021 the Scouse brasserie has captured the imagination of the region with sublime cooking paired with an intimate, informal experience in the mezzanine. Helmed by a collective of leading local chefs – The Art School’s…
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Lerpwl All Set For Summer
March 2023 Update – Unfortunately Lerpwl is now permanently closed. Lerpwl – Liverpool’s modern and accessible fine dining restaurant – is gearing up for summer at the Royal Albert Dock. Located at the Britannia Pavilion, Lerpwl sits nestled among other foodie destinations at the Dock and Its vision focuses on the links between Liverpool’s port and the rest of the British Isles and North Wales, providing the freshest produce possible in the restaurant. Lerpwl are…
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Exciting Evolution Taking Place At The Butterfly & The Grasshopper
The metamorphosis of The Butterfly & The Grasshopper is now underway. Located on the corner of Renshaw and Oldham streets, the pub with its striking fantasy bug mural is spread across three floors of an historic building. It takes its name from a Nineteenth Century poem written for children by Liverpool MP and author William Roscoe; ‘The Butterfly’s Ball, and the Grasshopper’s Feast.’ Launched in 2019, the venue quickly established itself as one of the…
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Floristry, Fizz & Canapes: The Perfect Mother’s Day Treat at Gino D’Acampo Old Hall Street
Create new memories with your mum this Mother’s Day with an evening of floristry, fizz, and canapes at Gino D’Acampo Old Hall Street. The special evening, on Tuesday 29 March and staged in partnership with A Slower Space, will see guests invited to learn how to make their own modern beautiful bouquet, using the best seasonal blooms. A glass of fizz and classic Italian canapes created by Gino’s esteemed team of chefs promises to add…
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New Restaurant And Bar Nova Scotia Opening May 2022
Independent Liverpool bar operator Ma Pub Group, led by Iain Hoskins, has announced its plans for a third Liverpool site. Nova Scotia opens in May as the city’s hospitality sector continues to bounce back. Set in the stunning Mann Island building in the shadow of the Museum of Liverpool and the spectacular Three Graces on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront, the new location will capture the city’s maritime past. It’s little known that at the end of…
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Lu Ban Liverpool Named City’s Best Restaurant Award
Lu Ban Liverpool has been crowned the city’s best restaurant after being one of the big winners at the 2021 Liverpool City Region Tourism awards. The fine dining Chinese restaurant, based in Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle, walked off with the highly prized Restaurant of the Year award and doubled up its trophy haul with the Resilience and Innovation award. The ceremony was held in Liverpool Cathedral on Thursday 10 March, with a strong team from the restaurant…
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Mother’s Day 2022 Guide – Where To Treat Your Mum This Year
Here’s our guide to all the best Mother’s Day dining offers so you can really spoil your mum this year. Delifonseca Dockside Liverpool’s award-winning restaurant Delifonseca Dockside is putting mum first this Mother’s Day to host a series of celebrations on Sunday, March 27. LEAF West Kirby LEAF West Kirby are hosting a Mother’s Day Ballroom and Brunch. Tickets are £25 per person including the 1-hour dance class, a 2-course brunch and a glass of…
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Spoil Your Mum This Mother’s Day At Delifonseca Dockside
Liverpool’s award-winning restaurant Delifonseca Dockside is putting mum first this Mother’s Day to host a series of celebrations on Sunday, March 27. The well-loved restaurant is inviting guests to kickstart the day with a special set breakfast menu that will see them welcomed on arrival with a choice of Bucks Fizz or Delifonseca’s signature non-alcoholic cocktail the Berry Sweetheart. Located on Brunswick Way, the eatery mouth-watering breakfast selection will include St James Smoked Salmon with…
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Liverpool Says Hallo to Albert’s Schloss
Mission Mars, the multi-concept operator with a mission to deliver world-class food, drink, entertainment and hospitality experiences, has announced it will bring its cook haus and bier palace Albert’s Schloss to Liverpool. Opening in Autumn 2022, Albert’s Schloss Liverpool will occupy a former food market at Radiant House in Bold Street, set to be brought back to life after lying empty for over three years. Mission Mars has been granted permission by the city council…
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Barnacle Reveal Mother’s Day Menu
Barnacle have been discreetly going about their business in Duke Street Market and creating a little revolution in their beautiful mezzanine home. Since launching in December, the intimate Scouse brasserie has crafted an elegant space in the city’s dining scene, a bastion for sustainability and creativity which tells the story of the region’s food and drink provenance. Now the team are very proud to reveal their Mother Day’s menu for Sunday March 27, with a…
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Riva Blu Brings A Taste of ‘La Dolce Vita’ To Liverpool
Riva Blu, a new Italian restaurant brand that promises to bring style, glamour and sass to modern Italian dining has opened its doors in Liverpool. Located at No.1 Castle Street, the 130-cover restaurant from Individual Restaurants is part of the company’s new vision for 2022 and takes its name from the Italian word for shore ‘riva’, which depicts the beautiful Amalfi Coast with its wonderful restaurants, scattered vineyards and enchanting views of the dramatic coastline. …
Liverpool’s food scene is more exciting than ever — a vibrant mix of independent gems, global flavours, bold new openings and much-loved local institutions. Whether you're planning a date night, brunch with friends, a special occasion dinner or just a bite on the go, the city serves up something for every taste and budget.
Our Restaurants in Liverpool section helps you discover the best places to eat across the city — with reviews, roundups, foodie news and features that shine a light on what’s cooking in Liverpool right now.
From fine dining to street food, vegan eats to meat feasts, we’re here to guide you through Liverpool’s ever-evolving food landscape.
Independent Gems & Local Heroes
Liverpool is packed with independent restaurants that bring something truly special to the table — whether it's a chef-led menu inspired by family recipes, locally sourced produce, or a unique space full of character.
Expect features and reviews covering:
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Cosy bistros and hidden basement kitchens
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Family-run restaurants with generations of history
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Trendy spots in areas like Bold Street, Lark Lane, the Baltic Triangle and Smithdown
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Food with stories — from migrant-run kitchens to social enterprises doing good through food
We highlight places that aren’t just about the food, but the people and passion behind them.
Global Flavours Across the City
Liverpool’s culinary scene is a melting pot of cultures — with restaurants serving up dishes from all over the world. Whether you're craving authentic Italian pizza, fiery Korean fried chicken, Turkish mezze, or Caribbean soul food, you’ll find it in Liverpool.
We regularly feature:
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Roundups of the best restaurants by cuisine (Mexican, Indian, Middle Eastern, Thai, etc.)
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Hidden gems in unexpected corners of the city
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Pop-ups and residency chefs doing global food with a twist
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Street food-inspired menus in relaxed, creative venues
If you’re an adventurous eater or just want to try something new, our guides and reviews will help you expand your palate.
Vegan, Veggie & Plant-Forward
Liverpool has become a go-to city for vegan and vegetarian dining, with plant-based restaurants, bakeries, and cafés cropping up across the region.
We showcase the best spots for:
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Fully vegan menus and meat-free fine dining
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Creative plant-forward dishes at mainstream venues
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Independent cafés and bakeries doing vegan brunch and cakes right
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Veggie-friendly street food markets and seasonal dishes
Whether you’re vegan, veggie, or just trying to eat greener, we’ve got plenty of picks that prove plant-based food doesn’t mean sacrificing flavour.
Date Nights, Group Dining & Special Occasions
Need somewhere with wow factor? We feature Liverpool’s best options for romantic dinners, birthday treats, group celebrations and unique dining experiences.
From tasting menus and waterfront views to wine bars with sharing plates, we share:
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Restaurants with private dining options
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Set menus and seasonal specials
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Michelin-guide and fine-dining experiences
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Cosy candle-lit spots for those extra special moments
You’ll also find coverage of themed menus, tasting nights, chef collaborations and seasonal events — perfect if you’re planning something memorable.
New Openings & Food News
Our team keeps tabs on the city’s ever-growing list of new restaurant openings, menu launches, collaborations and pop-up residencies. This is where you’ll hear about:
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Exciting new food spots worth checking out
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Changes to old favourites or venue relaunches
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Seasonal menus, festive specials and themed events
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Food festivals and collaborative chef nights
We’re passionate about spotlighting Liverpool’s dynamic and fast-moving food culture, from soft launches to grand re-openings.
Food & Drink Pairings
Great food deserves great drinks. In this section, we also explore Liverpool’s growing food-and-drink scene, including:
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Wine bars with curated food menus
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Craft beer and food pairings
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Cocktail bars that double as restaurants
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Coffee and dessert cafés worth lingering in
Whether it’s a long lunch or late-night bites, we’ve got tips on the best drinks to pair with your meal.
Why Trust Liverpool Noise?
We’re locals who live for good food and honest recommendations. Our restaurant coverage is independent, informed and grounded in real experiences.
We regularly update this section with:
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Restaurant reviews and hidden gem highlights
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Roundups by theme, cuisine and location
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Features on new openings and chefs to watch
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Guides for specific diets, budgets and occasions