Celebrate your graduation in one of the top restaurants in Liverpool.
As is tradition, you'll want to gather your closest friends and family to mark your graduation with a comfortable sit-down meal before celebrating the evening.
And there's no shortage of fantastic restaurants around the city to choose from, though you may want to book in advance to ensure your party is fully seated.
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We've put together a list of some venues across the city which could help make your graduation even more special.
Barnacle
Barnacle is a hidden gem located in Duke Street Market. Whether it's for lunch or dinner, the restaurant’s new Excellence, Prix Fixe and Sunday lunch feature fantastic options for all taste buds. Plus its celebratory cocktails and champagne will help keep that celebratory buzz going.
The chefs also work closely with independent artisans, farmers and cultivators from across the region to produce show stopping courses that make for a perfect addition to your Instagram gallery.
Location: Duke Street Market Mezzanine, 46 Duke St, Liverpool, L1 5AS
Opening times: Weds and Thurs: 5 - 8:30pm / Fri and Sat: Midday - 8:30pm / Sun: 12 - 6pm
Tempest on Tithebarn
Tempest on Tithebarn boasts fantastic 360 views across the city from its rooftop hideaway. The intimate space is available for private hire for graduation parties and celebrations which include food and drink.
The venue takes from New York’s meatpacking district eateries, focusing heavily on brunches, lunches, cocktails and craft beer. It's also a great choice for music and guest DJs to take you into the night.
Location: 12 Tithebarn St, Liverpool, L2 2DT
Opening times: Mon-Fri 9am - 11pm. Sat 10am - 11.45pm
NORD
NORD offers a set menu which focuses on regional seasonal produce. A glass of Henners English Sparkling Wine is offered on arrival alongside complementary chef's snacks before you tuck into a three-course meal.
Choose from a selection of dishes for each course, such as Liverpool Bay seabass, purple radish & strawberry ponzu, grilled duck breast, endive salad & apricot and chocolate ganache, caramelised peanuts, salted caramel & malt ice cream
Location: 100 Old Hall St, Liverpool L3 9QJ
Opening times: Tue - Sun 12pm - 10pm
Hawksmoor
Ranked number two in the World’s Best Steak Restaurants, Hawksmoor is famous for its charcoal-grilled, 35-day dry-aged steaks, cocktails, and spectacular interiors.
New graduates can expect a brand new lunch menu featuring reimagined steak classics including steak and bone marrow pie, steak frites and steak salads.
Location: 8 Brunswick St, Liverpool L2 0PL
Opening times: Mon - Wed 5pm - 9:30pm. Thurs 12pm - 12:30pm/5pm - 10pm. Fri - Sat 12pm - 10pm. Sun 11:30am - 8pm
Il Forno
Il Forno borrows from the classic Italian experience, offering a range of traditional and experimental courses to tantalise your tastebuds.
For parties of 10 or more, you’ll each receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco and olives for your table. Not only that, if you present your cap and gown and student union card, you also qualify for a 20% discount.
Location: 132 Duke St, Liverpool L1 5AG
Opening times: Mon - Thurs 12pm - 10pm. Fri - Sat 12pm - 11pm. Sun 12pm - 9:30pm
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