Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Liverpool

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Liverpool? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Casa italia

4.7

4.7 (1033)

£25 and under

Pizzeria

Liverpool

About the restaurant

"The Casa Italia Pizzeria and Pastificcio is one of Liverpool’s longest-established eateries and we have been serving the people of Liverpool for over 40 years.

We are a popular, authentic Italian restaurant with a great atmosphere be it day or night. Known for our fresh ingredients, generous portions and the best value Italian wine, low prices make us affordable for everyone.

We are a bustling eatery with traditional Italian interior, we seat 120 downstairs and the upstairs is available for booking parties and functions for up to 60 people. All food is prepared on the premises daily from the pizza dough right down to the home-made tiramisu.

Arrivederci!"

Top review

John

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

I have been going to Casa Italia to eat for around 45 years (not every day) and it has always given a great eating experience, the staff are attentive and lively and the food is consistently good, thanks Casa

Panam Restaurant & Bar

4.6

4.6 (542)

£25 and under

American

Liverpool

About the restaurant

With close to 16,000 sq ft of restaurant, bar and event space over two floors, PANAM Liverpool offers three bars, mezzanine dining, and spectacular dockside view

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Karen

Dined on Mar 15, 2025

Very friendly & attentive staff. Good meal and drink choices. Great atmosphere

Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - Liverpool

4.6

4.6 (411)

£26 to £40

Italian

Liverpool

About the restaurant

Located on Castle Street in the heart of Liverpool, Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and large alfresco terrace so you can dine all’aperto “in the open air”. Our Liverpool restaurant features distinctive plush nautical-inspired interiors – the colour of tranquil Italian seas. The friendly team will transport you in style to experience a true taste of Italy, bringing style, sass and glamour to modern Italian dining.

Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar invites you to experience authentic Italian dining in Liverpool. We believe that Italian dining is all about La Dolce Vita – the sweet life! That’s why we use only the finest ingredients to create all of our drinks & dishes. Add to the mix a touch of 1960’s high society glamour and we have the perfect recipe for an authentic, modern, Italian experience in the heart of Liverpool.

Top review

Roisin

Dined 5 days ago

Riva Blu was a great dining experience a lovely restaurant with lovely food and attentive staff. Victoria looked after us and did a great job.

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Experience

Club Lunch

Experience

Kids Eat For £1 at Riva Blu

Experience

Wine Wednesday

Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza – Liverpool

4.6

4.6 (30)

£25 and under

Unspecified

Liverpool

About the restaurant

Welcome to Gordon Ramsay's Street Burger x Street Pizza - Liverpool! Popping up within Bread Street Kitchen & Bar along Paradise Street, we're bringing bottomless pizzas, standout sides, amazing cocktails, beers and so much more to the masses of Liverpool!

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Lucy

Dined on Mar 8, 2025

It was lovely but very quiet. Also was labelled as bottomless pizza for kids but couldn’t have eaten more pizza so maybe take away the bottomless bit?

Ivy Liverpool

4.6

4.6 (143)

£25 and under

British

Liverpool

About the restaurant

Nestled in the vibrant town of Liverpool, The Ivy brings a taste of luxury to the local dining scene, offering a haven from the everyday bustle. Discover menus featuring modern British cuisine to brasserie classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, with something for everyone to love. From breakfast through to dinner seven days a week, the restaurant offers a luxurious haven in a stunning and elegant setting.

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Helen

Dined 5 days ago

We had a lovely meal, the venue is gorgeous, staff attentive and the food was amazing

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Experience

1917 Two-Course Heritage Menu

Experience

The Ivy Aperitif Affair

Experience

The Ivy Liverpool Afternoon Tea

The Cavern Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (1263)

£25 and under

British

Liverpool

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Liverpool's vibrant Mathew Street, The Cavern Restaurant is proud to be a recipient of TripAdvisor's 2024 Travellers' Choice award. We invite you to indulge in an unforgettable dining experience, whether you're joining us for a leisurely lunch or a lively evening meal.

Spanning two inviting floors, our restaurant features a diverse menu that celebrates the best of local cuisine. Savor succulent meats, delight in our traditional English Fish and Chips, or try the beloved local specialty, Scouse. We prioritize quality and sustainability, sourcing many ingredients from local producers.

With options for vegetarians, vegans, and those seeking gluten-free dishes, there’s something for everyone at The Cavern. Join us and experience the perfect blend of delicious food, warm hospitality, and the vibrant spirit of Liverpool!

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Debra

Dined 5 days ago

Great experience at the cavern restaurant, staff very attentive and looked after us throughout our time visiting this restaurant food was fresh hot and well presented

Puffin' Rooms - Liverpool

4.5

4.5 (90)

£26 to £40

British

Liverpool

About the restaurant

Liverpool's most exciting venue offering live jazz nightly and Sunday afternoon blues. This beautiful room features an array of creative and delicious canapes and cocktails and over 200 rare whiskies by the glass. A full compliment of wines and champagnes, plus outstanding small dishes prepared by our chef, await your selection.

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Lynne

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Lovely venue, with fantastic selection of drinks and cocktails staff are knowledgeable and very friendly We love the Puffin Rooms

Piccolino - Liverpool

4.3

4.3 (298)

£26 to £40

Italian

Liverpool

About the restaurant

Liverpool is, of course, the city famed for being the birthplace of The Beatles, but there’s so much more to the city than just that. Liverpool boasts stunning architecture, vibrant nightlife, and the buzzing district of Alberts Dock which is packed with galleries, museums, bars and restaurants. Liverpool is also a foodie’s paradise with plenty of unique dining options around the city.
Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the Liverpool dining scene. Piccolino is located on Cook Street and boasts an open kitchen and a small but perfectly formed alfresco terrace.
Italy’s diverse cuisine is the heart and soul of Piccolino. We visit the regions, meet the producers and are committed to sourcing the best quality ingredients. Our passion for provenance is at the forefront of our menu, which incorporates the best and freshest seasonal produce, Italian cheeses, meat and seafood, all delivering pure classic Italian flavours.

Top review

Karen

Dined 7 days ago

Had another wonderful meal here. Food and staff were amazing

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Red Dog Saloon - Liverpool

4.1

4.1 (1307)

£25 and under

Barbecue

Liverpool

About the restaurant

American hickory smoked Bar-B-Q, great burgers and darn good cocktails!

Top review

Callum

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food, great atmosphere. Will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu

360 Sky Bar

4.1

4.1 (396)

£25 and under

Italian

Liverpool

About the restaurant

If your preferred date or time not available, please call us on 0151 832 4517 or email us on liverpoolskybar@ginorestaurants.com and one of our team will try everything possible to accommodate your preferred date and time.

Located on the 18th floor of INNSiDE by Meliá, Sky Bar and Sky Bar Terrace are two of Liverpool’s most coveted venues. Combining world-class cocktails with unrivalled views of the city’s skyline, the exclusive restaurant and bars deliver an unforgettable experience.

Soak up the sun along with the incredible scenery at the newly opened Sky Bar Terrace. Suspended over 270 feet above the ground, the contemporary terrace is the highest alfresco bar in Liverpool and unquestionably the chicest spot from which to watch the setting sun.
When the night draws in along with the weather, the drinks continue to flow at Sky Bar. Here guests can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Liverpool and beyond, with the venue’s resident DJs playing long into the night.

Top review

Sally

Dined 5 days ago

Food and service were really good. I took my mum fir afternoon tea which was delicious. The atmosphere was relaxed. I would definitely visit again.

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Experience

Italian artisan cured meats and cheeses in the Sky

Experience

Afternoon Tea at 360 Sky Bar - £34 per person

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