Best Restaurants in Liverpool
Best Restaurants in Liverpool FAQs
In total, there are 11 award winning restaurants in Liverpool, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.
Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Liverpool? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.
The best restaurant in Liverpool is 8 By Andrew Sheridan (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Andrew Sheridan serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. 8 By Andrew Sheridan currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 3 AA Rosettes.
There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Liverpool, however there are 6 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.
There are currently 10 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Liverpool consisting of 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes, 4 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 5 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.
Nestled within the heart of the United Kingdom, Liverpool boats an intrinsic and rich culinary heritage that has been inspired by its maritime history. A city known not only for spawning the most famous rock band on earth, The Beatles, Liverpool has been a melting pot of cultures and cuisines, each playing their part in spinning the city's gastronomic tale. The port city, importing exotic foodstuffs from across the globe, became a hub for food innovation in the 19th Century, with the influence of overseas commerce shaping the meals in Liverpool restaurants, public houses and homes. Liverpool's glorious past has set the stage for a vibrant restaurant scene that continues to evolve throughout the centuries. Fashionably British and global at the same time, Liverpool's culinary scene is diverse and colourful. Traditional British fare shares the spotlight with Italian trattorias, Middle Eastern eateries, Indian curry houses, and an assortment of bistros each offering a unique take on international cuisines. Historically, Scouse, its namesake stew, was a staple for families in the olden days, often made from the cheap cuts of meat and leftovers from seafaring voyages. Today, the city's historical public houses have been transformed into Michelin-starred restaurants, gourmet bistros and chic cafes serving not just Scouse, but also a smorgasbord of other delectable dishes. Demonstrating its extraordinary adaptability, Liverpool remains an enticing destination for food lovers, and its position on the food map won't be changing anytime soon.