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Highlights
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Editors' pick:
Turtle Bay Liverpool Victoria St
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Full ranking
1. Turtle Bay Liverpool Victoria St · ⭐ 9.7
(5826 reviews)
+9 photos
Produce Exchange, 6A Victoria St, Liverpool L2 6QE, United Kingdom
Turtle Bay Liverpool sits in the historic Produce Exchange building on Victoria Street, bringing Caribbean soul food, rum and cocktails to the heart of the city. It's known for its vibrant, island-inspired atmosphere, one of the largest rum selections around and a menu that looks after meat-lovers, vegetarians and vegans alike. The centrepiece is the iconic jerk pit, where fres…
«Cheers to Cat and Ellie! An absolutely amazing first experience for me at Turtle Bay, and…»
2. Gusto Italian – Liverpool · ⭐ 9.1
(3989 reviews)
+9 photos
Edward pavilion, Liverpool L3 4AF, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
Gusto Italian occupies the Edward Pavilion on Liverpool's Royal Albert Dock, blending contemporary elegance with historic charm. Striking brick walls and expansive windows frame stunning views over the dock's tranquil waters, making it one of the city's most atmospheric waterfront spots for an Italian meal.
«Dining alone, 3 courses for £25. The food was very tasty, nice, with wonderful views. My w…»
3. Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar, Liverpool · ⭐ 8.9
(2981 reviews)
+9 photos
1 Castle St, Liverpool L2 4SW, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
Riva Blu sits in the heart of Liverpool on Castle Street, an authentic Italian restaurant and bar with an open kitchen, a cocktail bar and a large alfresco terrace. The plush, nautical-inspired interiors give it a stylish, vibrant atmosphere. The menu spans sharing plates, bruschetta, antipasti, salads, pasta, risotto, ravioli, pizza and steaks. The seafood linguine and the kin…
«I'm a big pizza lover. I love discovering new places, testing pizza and judging which I li…»
4. Las Iguanas – Liverpool · ⭐ 9.1
(2533 reviews)
+9 photos
ONE, 14 Paradise St, Liverpool L1 8JF, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Mexican
Las Iguanas brings the colour and spice of Latin America to Paradise Street in Liverpool ONE. This lively spot serves up South American favourites in a festive, buzzy setting, with legendary cocktails and a famous bottomless brunch. A separate vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free menu means there's something for everyone.
«Bottomless tapas – unbeatable. An absolute bargain! £17 – eat as much as you like within 9…»
5. Bacaro · ⭐ 9.5
(2271 reviews)
+9 photos
47 Castle St, Liverpool L2 9UB, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
Bacaro brings a slice of Venice to Castle Street in the heart of Liverpool. In Venice, a bacaro is a workingman's wine bar where small snacks called cicchetti are served alongside a small glass of wine, and this spot — from the Salt House group — captures that spirit. The room is handsomely fitted out with alluring lamp lighting, leather banquettes and a Campari bar, striking a…
«I really like it here. I like the tapas concept, and even better, making them Italian. In…»
6. Cowshed Liverpool · ⭐ 9.7
(2049 reviews)
+9 photos
104 Seel St, Liverpool L1 4BL, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Steak & grill
Cowshed is a vibrant steakhouse on Seel Street where prime cuts, good drinks and lively hospitality come together. The menu is intentionally concise and focused on doing a few things exceptionally well — so much so that the restaurant earned a place in the Good Food Guide's Top 100 for 2024. The atmosphere is relaxed and intimate, with a quirky character that regulars love.
«A high-quality steak restaurant. A nice cosy setting, skilled staff, good wine and not a t…»
7. Fat Hippo Liverpool · ⭐ 8.9
(1951 reviews)
+9 photos
78 Bold St, Liverpool L1 4HR, United Kingdom
Cuisine: American
Fat Hippo Liverpool is not a place you visit for the patty alone. The room sits in the Ropewalks, a couple of minutes from Liverpool Central, and it runs to the rhythm of an evening rather than a lunch break — hard shakes and cocktails arrive before, during and after the food. The chain is independent and northern by design, and this branch behaves like the neighbourhood it lan…
«Had a wonderful time, as for the food, it was a little busy, but we came at 7pm on a Frida…»
8. Villa Romana – Italian Restaurant Liverpool · ⭐ 9.1
(1935 reviews)
+9 photos
Villa Romana, Wood St, Liverpool L1 4DQ, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
Villa Romana is an authentic Italian restaurant on Wood Street that has been a Liverpool city-centre favourite for decades. The setting is wholeheartedly rustic — exposed brickwork, tiled floors, arches, beamed ceilings, chunky wooden furniture and checked tablecloths, finished with Italianate frescoes and murals. It's quaint, old-fashioned and refreshingly unpretentious, with…
«A wonderful Italian restaurant. A booking is needed, but it's very easy to do. The food is…»
9. Salt House Tapas Liverpool · ⭐ 9.3
(1914 reviews)
+9 photos
Church House, 1 Hanover St, Liverpool L1 3DW, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Spanish
Salt House Tapas is a vibrant contemporary Spanish tapas and charcuterie eatery on Hanover Street, set in a stunning Grade I listed building in the heart of Liverpool. The kitchen works with fine ingredients to turn out small plates based on traditional recipes, backed by an impressive drinks list that runs to eight sherries, cavas, cocktails and a 30-bin wine selection.
«Excellent service, especially the manager was very friendly, a big choice of food, good po…»
10. Smoke & Dough · ⭐ 8.9
(1819 reviews)
+9 photos
14 Paradise Street, Leisure Terrace, Liverpool One, Liverpool L1 8JF, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Steak & grill
Smoke & Dough on the Leisure Terrace of Liverpool ONE offers a unique, interactive American-Italian barbecue experience. Everything is included in the price: it starts with antipasti, breads and pizza, then a grill is brought to your table with a selection of meats and sides, with lava coal pits on every table so you can cook to your taste.
«Booked a group of 34 for a busy Saturday evening, and it all went flawlessly! We all sat t…»
At a glance
| # | Place | Score | Reviews | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turtle Bay Liverpool Victoria St | ⭐ 9.7 | 5 826 | Editors' pick |
| 2 | Gusto Italian – Liverpool | ⭐ 9.1 | 3 989 | — |
| 3 | Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar, Liverpool | ⭐ 8.9 | 2 981 | — |
| 4 | Las Iguanas – Liverpool | ⭐ 9.1 | 2 533 | — |
| 5 | Bacaro | ⭐ 9.5 | 2 271 | — |
| 6 | Cowshed Liverpool | ⭐ 9.7 | 2 049 | — |
| 7 | Fat Hippo Liverpool | ⭐ 8.9 | 1 951 | — |
| 8 | Villa Romana – Italian Restaurant Liverpool | ⭐ 9.1 | 1 935 | — |
| 9 | Salt House Tapas Liverpool | ⭐ 9.3 | 1 914 | — |
| 10 | Smoke & Dough | ⭐ 8.9 | 1 819 | — |
Questions & answers
Which place tops the ranking? Turtle Bay Liverpool Victoria St — score 9.7/10 (Editors' pick).
How many places are in the list and how were they chosen? The selection includes 10 places chosen by our editors based on rating and reviews.
What is the average rating in the top? 9.2/10 — average score of 10 places in the list.
Which place has the most reviews? Turtle Bay Liverpool Victoria St — 5826 visitor reviews.
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