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LIV, St. John's, NL

LIV

4.8
4.8
136 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Asian
LIV - Nordic for Shelter and Life, embraces a new approach to dining, importing a true European style of partying by combining cuisine with a vibrant nightlife.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Asian, Cocktail Bar, Southeast Asian

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (709) 552-1370

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Neighborhood

    St. John's

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Dim Sum Sunday

    Multiple dates available
    Dim Sum Sunday Our Dim Sum experience includes a delicious selection of steam buns, dumplings, spring rolls, rice, noodles and more! Items prices individually so try as much as you like and eat until you are full but remember to save room for our handmade desserts! Prepared by Chef Dan, the Dim Sum menu will be the only menu offered on Sunday.

What 136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Atlantic Canada

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Atlantic Canada

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Atlantic Canada

    Lively

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Overall

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Food

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Service

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Ambiance

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Value

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for business meals

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for business meals

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Innovative

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for groups

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Healthy

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Hot spot

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Neighborhood gem

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Romantic

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Lively

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  1. MeganM

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The service was amazing! Food was amazing as well. I would definitely to friends.
  2. KristaF

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dim Sum Sunday is a MUST eat if you are looking for a great meal for a Sunday evening in the city/downtown! Wonderful cocktail menu and big variety of menu items. All very tasty and the service is amazing!
  3. Olive

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent, the service was great, and the atmosphere was lovely. We will definitely be back!
  4. AnonymousFoodLover

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant I’ve been to in St. John’s. FOODGASM all around!
  5. NLHLB

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was spectacular. Food very inventive . Craft cocktails great.
  6. Ellen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Atmosphere was was energizing as soon as we walked in the door. We struggled with what Not to eat from the menu but managed to enjoy a few dishes. The service was excellent. Our water glasses were never empty and all the staff were very attentative to anything we might want or need.
  7. officeTupperware

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great menu, spicy broccoli roll HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
  8. KaileeP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, service, atmosphere 10/10. Great spot for a weeknight date, we will be coming back!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Loved it and will be going again!
  10. Amanda

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food & drinks and impeccable service as always!
  11. AnthonyJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tried several dishes and was very pleased with all. Great food and was shocked as to the value. Thought it would be much more than paid. Loved it and sure to return.
  12. MikeR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was amazing and the food is next level .cant wait to go back
  13. DakotahJ

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super attentive service, great food and nice atmosphere!
  14. JohnP

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great dining experience. Staff are attentive and food is amazing. One of my top places in the city to go.
  15. EveG

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful little spot to go with friends and share a great evening. The ambiance was lovely and the food came out timely and declicious. Everything is very easy to share with others and the restaurant is very accomodating. Will most certainly return. Thank you for a great evening.
  16. DaHa

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. Food was excellent. Group of four shared ten small dishes and shareables. Everything tasted amazing
  17. dffff

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    we love the atmosphere at LIV and the service is always great. Food is great and unique and interesting drinks.
  18. DmcD

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was an incredible experience and I will be back.
  19. Ange

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Excellent selection of food, beautiful environment and great service!
  20. KatieJ

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal, great atmosphere. The cocktails were fantastic (try the Lemon Drop), and our server was attentive and friendly. We got an extra order of duck wings they were so good!
  21. RogerA

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    great food. lots of selection and variety. Quiet as it was not busy
  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    So good!! Highly recommend. One of the best places in at Johns The door lets cold air in so come with a sweater or request a table not near the door Other than that, absolutely amazing
  23. WillieS

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We have walked by many times during the summer and it appeared the place was always busy. After being disappointed by a couple of our local favorites we took the plunge and decided to try this place. It never disappointed and we will definitely be returning. The portions were good and food was tasty. We had the Shrimp Rangoon and Beef Short Rib Gyoza for appetizers. It was delicious. For mains The Tea Smoked Duck Breast and Top Shelf Chicken were ordered and not a scrap was left. The service was very attentive without being too much and overall a great dining experience.
  24. JenniferC

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Incredible service. Stunning decor. Maybe a little limited if a menu, but no biggie. Amazing place overall
  25. AlisonW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food and value. Everyone loved it and sharing worked great.
  26. Mack

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dim Sum is the best. Affordable menu and new foods every week. Comparable to a Tapas experience. Be a bit better if they had more affordable drinks or a happy hour.
  27. Mark

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great time there with a few friends, food, drinks and service was spot on.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Had a lovely evening! The Cleopatra Bramble was Devine and food and service fabulous. My only comment would be as we were seated further back I think the kitchen could use a door or some sort of partition as it was distracting.
  29. LeahB

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is always incredible, without a doubt the best sushi in town.

    LIVResponded on November 19, 2022Hey Leah, thanks so much for choosing LIV for your night out! We're glad our menu and sushi hit the spot for you! We can't wait to see you again!

  30. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, drinks and atmosphere!

    LIVResponded on November 15, 2022Thanks for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed yourself and we can't wait to see you next time!

  31. Jones229

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Love the atmosphere and upbeat vibe Food is always top notch and menu is constantly changing. We tried Dim Sum Sunday and loved it !

    LIVResponded on November 2, 2022Hey there! We're so glad you enjoyed our Dim Sum evening! It's the excitement for this kind of event that makes us think we'll keep innovating and keep them going! Thanks for the great words

  32. Zeke

    Atlantic Canada

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Awesome food and choices. great recommendations from our server as well when we were trying to decide.

    LIVResponded on November 2, 2022Hey Zeke, so glad to hear you had such a great experience! We can't wait to see you again

  33. LeahB

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been to Liv several times and every time it is always outstanding.

    LIVResponded on November 2, 2022Hey Leah, we're so glad you keep coming back to join us and we keep delivering stellar times for you! We'll catch you again soon we hope!

  34. JenniferS

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best food, cocktails, service and vibe! Fav restaurant, hands down.

    LIVResponded on October 27, 2022Hey Jennifer, thanks for choosing LIV for your night out! We're so glad that we made your list of fav restaurants! We think we're pretty ballin' too. Can't wait to vibe with you again!

  35. miranda

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The jalepeno gin gimlet was next level delicious.

    LIVResponded on October 27, 2022Hey Miranda, we definitely agree with you that a couple Jalapeno - Basil Gimlets can never go astray! We're so glad you enjoyed yourself, and we hope to see you again!

  36. ChadD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot, we will be back. Great food and relaxing

    LIVResponded on October 20, 2022Hey Chad, thanks for the great words! We're so glad you enjoyed yourself, and we can't wait to serve you once again!

  37. Xxxxx

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very nice establishment. It would be best to turn the music down a little as it can be hard to hear

    LIVResponded on October 20, 2022Hey there! Thanks for your comments! We love to hear how we can make every guests experience better. We can definitely have the volume a little louder on the weekends as we all are excited to be in the weekend, but we take every comment seriously and will keep a closer eye! We hope to see you again!

  38. LeahM

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Birthday. Great vibe and great food.

    LIVResponded on October 20, 2022Hey Leah, Thanks for choosing LIV for your birthday, we're glad you enjoyed yourself and chose to spend that special time with us! If there was anything we could improve, please feel free to reach out to info@livrestaurant.ca so that we can make the next time we see you even better!

  39. GrantH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Overall good experience. Will be back!

    LIVResponded on October 6, 2022Hi Grant! Thanks so much for your wonderful words, and we're glad you enjoyed yourself! We can't wait to see you again

  40. GeorgeM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    It was a little noisy but the food and service was really good so overall I’d recommend

    LIVResponded on October 4, 2022Hey George, thanks for choosing LIV for your night out! We're glad you enjoyed yourself, and we definitely know we can get a little heavy on the music when we're all having a great time! We hope to see you again!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

LIV does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes. LIV also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (709) 552-1370.

LIV is rated 4.8 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for LIV

310 Water St, St. John's, NL A1C 1B8

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    St. John's

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Asian, Cocktail Bar, Southeast Asian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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