We don't believe that anyone
needs an excuse to dine out. But if 'there's plenty of food in the fridge' is a phrase that tends to
circle around your head every time you make a beeline for your
favourite eatery, we've got something to relieve a little of that
guilt. Here's our definitive list of the
best restaurant deals in
Liverpool, including an affordable £25 set menu at one of the top
UK steakhouses.
Make your way to Hanover Street to discover The Head Of Steam, a cool bar that's cooking up affordable food in laid-back surrounds. The trendy space features domed ceilings, rustic wooden furnishings and comfy leather seats.
A large section of their menu is plant-based, and Sundays promise 20% off all their vegan food. Think falafel gyros, dairy-free pizzas, loaded fries and more, washed down with local craft beer or cocktails.
A laid-back spot for authentic Japanese dining, YO! is your go-to stop for delicious sushi. And if you just can't get enough of the stuff? Then head there on Thursdays, where you can nab an hour of bottomless sushi between 4 and 8pm.
Tuck into the likes of katsu curries, gyoza, firecracker rice and countless sushi rolls, all for only £29.95 per person - or £15.95 for under 12s.
On the hunt for special offers in Liverpool restaurants? Casual drinkers' den Yates is determined not to let its punters go hungry. Check out their £11.99 three-course meals, including katsu chicken, small rump steak and honeycomb cheesecake.
Located on Duke Street, Down The Hatch is where meat lovers and vegetable fans come together for deep-fried goodness. If you're a student looking for restaurant deals in Liverpool city centre, this place can really deliver. Students can get 10% off Tuesday through Friday until 8.30pm, with a huge menu of vegan and vegetarian comfort food.
Forget the cutlery and dig into delicious dirty burgers, loaded hotdogs, and sharable small plates in a cosy, brick-lined setting. Think garlic mushrooms, mozzarella dippers and seitan katsu burgers.
Mowgli's venues on Bold Street and Water Street are offering an amazing set menu for the bargain price of £25, based on two hungry people sharing. Tuck into yoghurt chaat bombs and Himalayan cheese toasts or be daring and opt for a tiffin box featuring a surprise array of food.
Come by and settle into swing seats, soak up the glow of fairy lights in jars and bask in the warm glow of golden lanterns. It's like a trip to the ancient temples of Varanasi, right in the heart of Liverpool.
Nestled on Castle Street in the vibrant heart of Liverpool, Riva Blu invites you to experience the elegance and charm of Southern Italy. Its plush teal interiors exude style and sophistication, while the open kitchen, cocktail bar, and expansive alfresco terrace offer a delightful setting for any occasion.
Plus, they sure know how to whip up a tasty spread for less, with a £20 set lunch menu featuring two delicious courses. For an extra fiver, upgrade to three and revel in deep-fried Neapolitan mac and cheese, pizzas plus panna cotta al limone to finish. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy a slice of la dolce vita right here in Liverpool.
Right among the hustle and bustle of Liverpool ONE, The Botanist transports you into a magical, secret garden of dangling foliage, panelled ceilings and carved wooden furnishings. With an outdoor terrace, delicious international dishes and famous hanging kebabs, there's plenty of great reasons to swing by.
Head down at lunchtime Monday to Friday and there's one more. For just £8.50, you can tuck into a non-hanging version of its legendary kebab with pitta, salad and houmous for just £8.50.
Right on the Sefton Coastline, The Lakehouse gives you spectacular views out to sea for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Perfect for sunset drinks and an alfresco bite to eat, its menu packs in small plates and pub grub classics like steak frites, fish and chips, and calamari.
Pop in for an early dinner and you can grab a great deal too. Between 4pm and 8pm Monday to Friday, any two courses on the early dining menu are just £18 - while three will set you back just £24.
There's no better place than this elegant joint when it comes to spending a stunning day out with all your best pals. Flawless interiors and even better food are what makes Browns Brasserie & Bar's offering one of the best afternoon teas for an affordable price.
Enjoy a selection of miniature sandwiches, cakes and puddings along with fresh scones for £25 per person or, for an extra tenner, add a glass of Moët & Chandon.
On the ground floor of a stunning Grade II listed building on Water Street, Gaucho is a show-stopper before you've even set foot in the place. Inside, you'll find low-hanging lights, grand pillars and ultra elegant finishes to go with your fine cuts of Argentinian steak.
The menu gives you more reasons to fall in love with it too. With two courses for £17.95 and three for £19.95, you can tuck into the likes of chunky minestrone soup, salmon fish cakes, rump steak and dulce de leche pancakes - and get change from 20 quid.
Step inside the stunning Grade II-listed India Buildings nestled between Brunswick Street and Fenwick Street for a meaty feast at Hawksmoor. This renowned steakhouse is treating meat-lovers to a two-course set menu for just £26. Choose from a selection of dishes such as potted beef with Yorkshires and smoked mackerel salad. Plus, for just £3 extra you can enjoy a top-notch dessert (our eyes are stuck on the peanut butter shortbread).
Maray serves up a sensational selection of small plates on Bold Street. Think fried chicken, falafel and crispy seabass alongside specials like disco cauliflower.
Just like the menu, the bill will put a smile on your face. Stop by for lunch and you can tuck into one mezze dish and two plates for just £19.95.
Smoke and Dough is a locally owned American-Italian restaurant and late-night bar perched on The Terrace of Liverpool One. This carnivorous joint offers picturesque views of Chavasse Park, an outdoor area perfect for enjoying the weather and the best bottomless meat deal in town.
Here, lava coal pits are perched on every table to create a unique dining experience, made better with their £27.98 evening grill feasts boasting unlimited BBQ meat, from sirloin steak to lamb chops and brisket.
On the hunt for early bird restaurant deals in Liverpool? Laid-back Mexican eatery La Parrilla should be on your hit list as all day from Monday to Wednesday and from 12pm 'til 6pm on Thursdays and Sundays, £17.95 can get you two courses featuring nachos, enchilladas and an authentic chilli.
On Castle Street near the Albert Dock, San Carlo Liverpool is loved by locals for its authentic Italian dishes and luxurious dining room. After a £3.5 million refurbishment by design studio Fettle, it feels like stepping into a grand Milanese villa.
While the decor may be extravagant, your bill will be anything but. Head down Monday to Friday between 12 and 4pm and you can tuck into two courses for just £22.95 or three for £28.95. Buon appetito.
