30 Cuisines You Can Try In Liverpool

The hungry city of Liverpool is home to plenty of tasty cuisines and food experiences, so you won’t have to travel far to taste the world! With a large variety of global dishes being served all over the city, here’s a rundown of our top eateries, and the countries that inspire them.

Alma De Cuba
Cuban

St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church has been converted into a carnival of food, cocktails, costumes, dancers, and music: all coming together to create the perfect experience. If you never been to Cuba, you’ll be booking your flight after you fall in love with everything this place has to offer.

Address: Alma de Cuba, St Peters’ Church, Seel Street Liverpool L1 4BH
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Bakchich
Lebanese

Enjoy some delicious street food at Bakchich, which means “loose change” in Lebanese. It’s the perfect spot to escape the bazaars of the High Street and indulge in the authentic decor and food that would be welcome on any table in Beirut. Healthy and affordable, recharge here and journey onward.

Address: Bakchich, 54 Bold Street, Liverpool, L1 4ER
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Bistro Pierre
French

In true Gallic style, enjoy one of the many great menus from a “Lunch Rapide”, “Pre Théâtre” feast with friends, or romantic midweek “Wednesday Wine and Dine”.  Still hungry for more? With a changing a la carte menu and brother restaurants Franc and Jacques, there is no excuse not to book a table. Bon appetite.

Address: Bistro Pierre, Cavern Quarter, 14 Button Street, Liverpool, L2 6PS
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Cafe Porto
Portuguese

A quick flight to Lisbon or a quick trip down Rodney Street, both will taste as sweet whether you order a traditional Portuguese main course or enjoy the variety of tapas dishes, chasing it down with something off the exclusive Portuguese wine list. Don’t forget to try the homemade Pastel de Natas (Portugal’s famous custard tart), too!

Address:  Cafe Porto, 14 Rodney St, Liverpool L1 2TE
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Caribou Poutine
Canadian

Michael and Lizzie brought their obsession with poutine all the way back from Quebec, and ever since they started serving it up in Liverpool, their obsession has become contagious. So if you see one of their pop-up stalls or are lucky enough to pass by their shop, don’t resist the urge!

Address: Caribou Poutine, 6 Slater St, Liverpool L1 4BW
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Chilli Banana
Thai

Do you miss backpacking, relaxing on the tropical beach, or trekking in the mountains? Maybe you’re still itching to book your first taste of paradise. Well, wait no longer! Come and indulge in the spices and flavours of Thailand. The owner brought her mother’s recipes 6,000 miles from home; it would be rude not to make the short trip to Lark Lane.

Address: Chilli Banana, 2 Lark Lane, Sefton Park, Liverpool, L17 8US
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Da Mount Gurkha
Nepalese

This family-run establishment is attentive and hospitable from start to finish. You couldn’t ask for more. After eating, you probably have no room left for more. Some dishes may seem familiar and others are exciting changes, so you could easily come away with a new favourite curry and a reason in fact, to come back for more.

Address: Da Mount Gurkha, 71 Crosby Rd N, Waterloo, Liverpool L22 4QD
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Elif
Turkish

Whoever you bring to Elif, remember to pack your appetite for traditional Turkish food served alongside the open fire BBQ. The smell and drinks alone might fill you up! It is a great experience to share without the airfare.

Address: Elif Turkish BBQ Restaurant, 33 Bold St, Liverpool L1 4DN
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Free State Kitchen
American

Enjoy a selection of contemporary dishes with a classic American twist. If you lucky enough to discover the secret garden, why not dine alfresco or just enjoy a cocktail in the sun? There is something for everyone, even your four-legged friend.   

Address: Free State Kitchen, No.1 Maryland St, Liverpool L1 9DE
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Happy Day
Polish & Bulgarian

You do not have to be Polish or Bulgarian to feel at home and enjoy fresh authentic dishes made with love. With such large portions of comfort food being served with a smile, it’s perfect for healing homesickness or just those weekday blues.

Address: Jak nas znaleźć, 48 Prescot Road, Liverpool, L7 0JA
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Kasbah Cafe Bazaar
Moroccan

Indulge in the authentic decor, take a selfie in a fez, or barter for some souvenirs as you wait to taste some of the best Moroccan food on this side of the Mediterranean. Order a few jugs of the homemade mint lemonade for the table, and hear how your friends will thank you.

Address: Kasbah, 72 Bold St, Liverpool L1 4HR
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Little Angel
Korean

Let Angel cleanse your Seoul and awaken your palette. Whether you’re new to Korean food or an expert with the chopsticks and craving the health benefits of kimchi, this is the place for you.

Address: Angel, 52 Hanover St, Liverpool L1 4AF
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Lucha Libre
Mexican

Want to enjoy your family favourites with a fresh, unique twist, or looking for street food and authentic spice? Bienvenido a Mexico en Liverpool! Also, enjoy a great range of drinks and decor that proves you’ve crossed the border!

Address: Lucha Libre, 96 Wood St, Liverpool L1 4DQ
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Malmo Mat Kaffe
Swedish

Have a quick business lunch with fresh Smørrebrød, or take a break from working  from the office to enjoy Fika and the complimentary WiFi. Just don’t expect to hear ABBA unless you put on your own playlist and headphones.

Address: Malmo Mat Kaffe, 65-67 Hanover St Liverpool, L1 3DY
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MEET
Argentinian

So which country has the most cuts of beef? Which restaurant serves up enough meat to please an Argentinian cowboy/girl? Calling all meat lovers! Join us at MEET.

Address: MEET, 50 Brunswick Street, City Centre, Liverpool. L2 0PL
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My Pho
Vietnamese

Who needs a warm fresh bowl of Pho? With delicate broth that layers on the flavour, shut your eyes and imagine you’re at a street stall in Vietnam, hiding out from the monsoons!

Address: My Pho, 4, Central Shopping Centre, Liverpool, Ranelagh St, Liverpool L1 1QE
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Nasi Lemak
Malaysian

You probably need a Liverpool postcode for this takeaway. Nothing beats fresh-to-your-door, home-cooked food than authentic simple dishes that have been crafted at Nasi Lemak. It’s a true Malaysian feast.

Address: Nasi Lemak, 188 Lodge Ln, Liverpool L8 0QW
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Neon Jamon
Spanish

Tapas is their game and everyone should be playing. Grab your amigos and fill the table with food and drink. There’s plenty to try, so why not share it with everyone?

Address: Neon Jamon, Berry St, Liverpool L1 9DF
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O’Neill’s
Irish

Every city needs at least one Irish bar, and Liverpool has more than its fair share for obvious reasons. Enjoy a pint and some good Irish pub grub before heading out on the town.

Address: O’Neill’s, 68 Hanover St, Liverpool L1 4AG
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Remora
Bangladeshi

Curry lovers: book your stomach on a trip to explore some real home-cooking. Just like the villages in Bangladesh, the food here is made with love.

Address: Remora, 4 S Hunter St, Liverpool L1 9JG
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Raggas
Caribbean

Ragga brought originality and flavour from Port Antonio, northeast of Jamaica. Famous for its fish and seafood dishes, since returning home, he’s gifted Liverpool with his many signature dishes, entrusting his most secret recipes with Verdain and the team so they can keep spreading his love of Caribbean food across the northwest. Cheers, Ragga.

Address: Raggas, 58 Smithdown Rd, Liverpool L7 4JG
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Roots
African

A big continent is full of big flavours. Using artifacts, painting, mouthwatering aromas and music, Roots is the perfect setting to bring the dishes alive with the very best drinks and wines from across this amazingly diverse continent.

Address: Roots, 89 Victoria St, Liverpool L1 6DG
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Sanskruti
Indian

Sanskruti, meaning “culture”, brings together food traditions from across the country to its menu. They succeed in catering for all spice levels and with an exclusive vegetarian and vegan menu, it is a great place for all.

Address: Sanskruti, Bixteth St, Liverpool L3 9LP
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Tokyo
Japanese

Need a quick bite to eat? Look no further than this great little spot. It’s massively tasty and seriously fast. So, improve your chopstick skills and enjoy some bottomless green tea in true Japanese style.

Address: Tokyo, 7 Berry St, Liverpool L1 9DF
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The Italian Club
Italian

Italian food has become a staple in most British homes, but it’s also top of the list when it comes to dining out. This family-run restaurant, with both Italian heritage and skills learned in some of the finest Italian restaurants Britain has to offer, brings local ingredients with an Italian flare. Don’t forget to visit the dedicated fish restaurant or the bakery, too!

Address: The Italian Club, 85 Bold St, Liverpool L1 4HF
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Viva Brazil
Brazil

As a long-standing tradition from Brazil, let the troops of passadors (meat carvers) offer you a selection of meats that are all slow-roasted over a charcoal barbeque. Hungry for more? Well, turn the double-sided disc on your table green-side-up, which will signal the passadors to keep bringing meats. The red side indicates you need to take a well-earned break to head to the salad island, filled with different variations of traditional Brazilian hot dishes, freshly prepared salads, and sides.

Address: Viva Brazil, 36 Castle St, Liverpool L2 0NR
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Yuet Ben
Chinese

In Liverpool, you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to restaurants serving truly authentic Chinese food. And with the largest Chinese arch in Europe, and a whole street dedicated to Chinese culture, it’s not hard to see why you should take a trip to Yuet Ben to start on the road to discovering China.

Address: Yuet Ben, 1 Upper Duke St, Liverpool L1 9DU
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Zorbas
Greek 

If you’re looking for the perfectly crafted Greek meza, you won’t leave hungry. Plates of authentic dishes just keep arriving to the table, perfect for large parties as the food, drink, and music keeps flowing. You’re in for a good night.

Address: Zorbas, 1 Leece St, Liverpool L1 2TR
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Maggie Mays
Scouse

A perfect way to finish a trip around the world is coming right back home to a big bowl of hearty scouse.

Address: Maggie Mays, 90 Bold St, Liverpool L1 4HY
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