Merseyside’s foodie scene is up there with the best, offering everything from big name chains to tiny hidden gem cafes you’ve probably never heard of.
Restaurants are an essential part of Merseyside and everyone you know probably has a handful of personal recommendations on hand. However, if you're ever headed to a new area that you don't know particularly well yet, TripAdvisor is a seriously helpful tool to have on hand.
But when you're in a rush to find a location for your next dinner date, it can be a hassle to have to scroll through all of the ratings and reviews. Now, the hard work has been done for you, as we’ve tracked down the top rated pubs in all areas of Merseyside.
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Here are the best pubs in Merseyside, according to Tripadvisor reviews.
*The results below are based on TripAdvisor’s database, which does not include every Merseyside borough and only offers a select number of areas. Therefore, below are the findings for the areas available on the reviews site.
Merseyside (overall)
Name: Antonio’s Bar & Grill
Address: 1 Shop Road, Knowsley Village L34 0HD England
Rating : 5
Review: “Yet again a first class experience. Always greeted by a warm welcome whenever we visit this Antonio’s, even on our first time we were made to feel like regulars.
“The décor has been well thought out and really will take your breath away as soon as you step inside. The atmosphere is fantastic and the food second to none, very tasty and large portions too. So, so happy we found this hidden gem, it’s our new “go to” restaurant.”
Liverpool (overall)
Name: Noso
Address: 215 Longmoor Lane, Liverpool L9 0ED England
Rating :5
Review: “Always amazing. Amazing restaurant bringing flavours from across the world to our city. The hardworking staff in this place have delighted up with food time and time again. I have tried nearly everything on the menu and have not been disappointed by one dish. Hats off to them”.
Central Liverpool
Name: Turtle Bay Hanover Street
Address: 59-61 Hanover Street, Liverpool L1 3DY England
Rating : 4.5
Review: “Fantastic meal and great value for money. Have just had a lovely meal, in a great location. Staff were lovely and friendly. Food was tasty and flavoursome. Great service, will definitely visit again”.
Sefton Park
Name: Aldente Restaurant & Bar
Address: 1 Lark Lane Aigburth, Liverpool L17 8UN England
Rating: 5
Review: “ Amazing place! Amazing quality food and friendly service! Would thoroughly recommend if you’re looking for a cosy vibe, a variety of Italian food and excellent service”.
Anfield
Name: The Boot Room Sports Café
Address: Anfield Road, Anfield, Liverpool L4 0TH England
Rating: 4.5
Review: “Surprisingly great! Lovely food and staff, reasonably priced, relaxed atmosphere, family friendly! Baby change facilities and high chairs available.”
Walton
Name: Byrnes Fish and Chips
Address: 69 Stuart Road, Liverpool L4 5QT England
Rating: 4.5
Review: “Hidden gem! Amazing fish and chips! Stayed with family nearby and was recommended. So good! Didn’t know about this hidden gem! Wish we were local!”
Allerton and Hunts Cross
Name: CookHouse Pub & Carvery
Address: 259 Mackets Lane, Liverpool L25 9NQ England
Rating: 4.5
Review: ”Top quality food and service. Spacious and well laid out venue. Very welcoming and attentive, friendly staff”
Southport
Name: Kalash Divine Indian
Address: 1-5 Lord Street, Southport PR8 1RP England
Rating: 5
Review: “100% recommended. Visited here for the first time yesterday and was certainly not disappointed. The food was lovely and the service and friendliness of the staff impeccable. Highly recommended, a gem on Lord Street.”
Formby
Name: Don Luigi
Address: 31 Church Road, Formby L37 8BQ England
Rating: 4.5
Review: “Fantastic Atmosphere. Restaurant was really busy but still the staff were very attentive. Food was lovely & the wine was just right & very reasonably priced. Thank you to Management & Staff for making it a lovely date night”.
Crosby
Name: The Queen’s Nook Bar & Kitchen
Address: 81 Liverpool Road, Crosby L23 5TD England
Rating: 5
Review: "Fabulous atmosphere. This little bar has become a new favourite. It’s has a great vibe to it. The staff are super friendly, everything about it is just right. Sunday afternoons are fabulous, live music every week!!! Roll on Sunday!!!”
Huyton
Name: Derby Lodge
Address: Derby Lodge Roby Road, Huyton L36 4HD England
Rating : 4
Review: “Lovely Food and Excellent Customer Service. Lovely Meal on Mother’s Day with my family. Thank you to Mark who gave us brilliant customer service. Really enjoyed it, thank you!”
Wirral (overall)
Name: Bistro 115
Address: 115 Rowson Street, New Brighton CH45 2LZ England
Rating: 5
Review: “Bistro 115 - get there!! We went for an afternoon meal on Saturday - it is the real hidden gem. Service is excellent , food is very good - small menu - but that is what is good about this place. I can see why it is topping the places to be in New Brighton.”
Hoylake
Name: Lino’s Restaurant
Address: 122 Market Street, Hoylake CH47 3BH England
Rating: 4.5
Review: “Fantastic Food. A very wide ranging menu given the size of the restaurant, difficult to choose as everything looked tempting. We all enjoyed our meal and thought it was good value. We would definitely return. Friendly staff.”
Heswall
Name: Heswall Tandoori
Address: 52 Pensby Road, Heswall CH60 7RE England
Rating: 4.5
Review: “Fantastic place to have your Indian. The staff and ambiences were relaxing and friendly - a great place to dine in. The Chicken Tikka angina Balti were scrumptious! Would have this again! Can’t wait for my next visit.”
Birkenhead
Name: Wimpy
Address: Grange Precinct 31 Princess Pavement, Birkenhead CH41 2XY England
Rating: 5
Review: “Great place and amazing service, I took my two kids here after hearing about it and they both loved it ,when I was younger I was a big fan of wimpy food places and this lived up to my expectations completely . Will be going again!!”
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