Liverpudlians have plenty to be proud of, from the home of the Beatles to the Grand National, from the Liver Birds to two Premier League football clubs, there’s so much to discover with this city’s attractions itinerary. Liverpool is well-known for it’s tourist hot-spots and shopping paradise, but often overlooked is its handsome offering of fine-dining and diverse eats.
From spectacular views over the River Mersey and the famous Royal Albert Docks to a bustling city centre chic hot spot, you can find a plethora of exciting and varied cuisine, just waiting to tantalise those taste buds. From classic Italian menus to quirky Tapas, this gem of a city has it all.
Wreckfish
A pop-up event was organised at this derelict Liverpudlian building in the heart of Ropewalks to help raise the capital needed for this culinary venture. Gary Usher, one of Britain’s most controversial chefs, founder of the extremely successful Sticky Walnut in Chester and Burnt Truffle in Heswall, Wirral, enlisted faithful followers through crowdfunding to launch this laidback, neighbourhood bistro, just seconds away from Liverpool Central train station.
Exposed brickwork, wooden tables and floors plus an open kitchen greet you upon entry to this inviting establishment. Wreckfish is a 90 cover restaurant with a private dining room available for up to 14 guests for that special occasion with friends and family. You can choose from breakfast, lunch and evening meal menus, Sunday menu and for those special little ones, a kids menu.
Menu prices kick off at £35 for two courses or £40 for three, top recommendations would be the delightful Torched Salmon for main and Banana Loaf for dessert. Maybe its Sunday lunch that’s tempting you with its two courses from £26 or three from £30, an absolute favourite would be the stuffed and rolled pork belly plus spiced pear and apple crumble for afters.
If it’s a special birthday occasion, then why not treat the Birthday boy or girl to a specially made, indulgent layered chocolate Birthday cake complete with candles! Once the candles have been blown out, and a wish made, the cake will be served with a scoop of ice-cream for all the guests. The cake is charged at £40 and serves up to ten.
Opening Times
- Lunch:
- Monday to Tuesday – Closed
- Wednesday to Saturday 12-2:30pm
- Sunday 12-5pm
- Dinner:
- Monday to Tuesday – Closed
- Wednesday to Saturday 6-10pm
- Sunday 12-5pm
Address: 60 Seel Street, Liverpool L1 4BE Website: www.wreckfish.co
Gusto Liverpool
Overlooking the Royal Albert Dock, sits this immensely popular Italian restaurant. Outside terrace seating or inside window seats are in demand with larger tables housing family groups. Elegant brick arches, cast-iron pillars and elegant lighting warmly greet you upon entry. You will find classic and contemporary dishes featuring seafood, pastas, meats, salads and pizzas.
Have little mouths to feed? No problem, families are most welcome at Gusto with two courses from £6.95 or three from £8.95 featuring favourites like pasta, fish, chicken, burger and pizza. For the grown ups there is also a huge amount of choice with lunch menus from £15.95 for two courses, £18.95 for three, a Sunday roast menu offering two courses for £20, and an a la carte menu to pick and choose from.
For parties of 8 or more, you may wish to choose the set menus which start at £25.95 for Silver, £30.95 for Gold and £40.95 for Platinum. Highly recommended from the platinum menu would be the Seared Lemon & Pepper Tuna, just heavenly! On the a la carte menu, its an absolute must to try the King Prawns & Pickled Fennel or Truffled Mushroom Fettuccine. From the lunch menu, a firm favourite would have to be the slow-cooked meatballs or the pan fried fillet of sea bass.
Opening Times
- Sunday to Thursday 12-10pm
- Friday to Saturday 12-11:30pm
Address: Edward Pavilion, Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AF Website: www.gustorestaurants.uk.com/restaurants/Liverpool
Panoramic 34
From the 34th floor of the West Tower with breath-taking 360-degree vistas comes the aptly named Panoramic 34 restaurant, providing unrivalled views of the cosmopolitan city. Set 300 feet above sea level surrounded by floor to ceiling windows, this luxurious yet understated venue will have you mesmerised, not only with the stunning outlook but superb dishes served from the menu.
Award-winning Panoramic 34 offers a plethora of menus starting with lunch offering two courses from £35 and three from £42 or you may plump for the tantalising lunch tasting menu at £69. Top recommendations would be the Cumbrian Pork & Smoked Eel or Salt Aged Creedy Carver Duck, just divine!
You may be interested in the Prixe Fixe menu starting at £55 for two courses and £69 for three, which is available lunch time and evenings, except Saturday evening or Sunday. A perfect pick from this menu has to be the Isle of Gigha Halibut or the Truffled Polenta, utterly delicious! However, it may be the tasting menu which is available Tuesday to Saturday that cures those hunger pangs with a price of £89 featuring a Terrine of Cornfed Chicken.
Finally, if it’s Sunday dining you’re looking for, check out the Sunday Lunch options with two courses from £35 or three from £42 with Native Plaice or Roast Sirloin of Beef amongst other options or the Sunday Signature with a menu price of £69 featuring the Isle of Gigha Halibut and Roast Sirloin of Beef.
Opening Times
- Tuesday to Saturday 12-9:30pm
- Sunday 12-8pm
Address: 34th Floor, West Tower, Brook St, Liverpool L3 9PJ Website: www.panoramic34.com