With summer on its way and with much better weather, it’s definitely time to make the most of the sunshine with a spot of outdoor dining, especially if it’s a chance to see our mates over a couple of drinks.
And to help us catch up during the warm weather, many of Liverpool’s food and drink establishments are opening up their outdoor spaces, whether it be terraces, gardens or al-fresco dining on the rooftop, perfect for lounging in the sun (when it makes an appearance!). Check out our ultimate guide to outdoor dining spots to try in Liverpool this summer.
Opening up their wooden booths for spring and summer, Maray makes for the perfect spot for meeting up with friends and family during the warmer months. They take cosy to the next level, too, with vines climbing the sides of the booths, as well as heaters in preparation for the unpredictable British weather. This cosy, outdoor set-up is only available at their Albert Dock branch.
This gin-filled gem hidden away in the Baltic Triangle has opened up its outdoor dining area once again, and it’s just the tonic. Draped in fairy lights and decorated with an array of plants, it’s a dreamy set-up to enjoy a few drinks. Their greenhouse is also open for extra seating and botanical vibes, as well as delicious gin slushies. Plus, there is pizza, too. And the best news is that the spot is officially reopening on March 20 this season!
A magical spot to visit all year round, Liberté is reopening for the summer after a major refurb, boasting some of the best views in the city, such as the Liver Building in the background. This spring and summer, you can enjoy luxury lounging on their rooftop, specially created for those warm days. Dine on beautifully presented meals and say cheers to freedom with refreshing cocktails at the UK’s number one rooftop bar, but be quick as slots are booking up super fast.
The restaurant that once housed the Lang Pen Company offers a beautiful outdoor space away from the hustle and bustle of Hope Street. You can book for both indoor and outdoor dining at The Pen Factory. The restaurant serves up seasonal small plates that are perfect no matter how hungry you are, but if you’re anything like us, we’re always hungry.
Preparing their fabulous alfresco space for summer, The Botanist will be going all out with plenty of seating available and most likely bringing back their cabana huts and benches in both the shade and sun for you and your mates to socialise at. Guests can enjoy gorgeous food such as fondue and hanging kebabs alongside cocktails, fizz, or whatever tickles your taste buds.
Possibly one of the prettiest secluded outdoor dining spots in the city, Kazimier Garden is an urban paradise. Located in the heart of the city on Seel Street, this green getaway has a magical tropical vibe, especially during the evenings. The garden, which is open from March, features cosy huts and a sheltered terrace, making it a great escape on a summer evening, cocktail or beer in hand.
We all love the chance to sample street food, and much to everyone’s delight, Baltic Market is well and truly back and has its own outdoor dining area. After months inside retreating from the cold, there’s definitely a Biscoff espresso martini by Press Bros with your name on it. Plus, with the likes of halloumi fries and mouth-watering burgers, we’ll be there in a heartbeat.
The bowling lanes and the rooftop of Pin’s Social Club are back! This bar on Duke Street serves up refreshing carafes of sangria to share, but after the year we’ve all had, we don’t blame you if you order one each. Pin’s Social Club will also be serving up stone-baked pizzas if you need a bite to eat and to soak up that sangria. There’s no need to book your place on the roof as it’s walk-ins only.
The Liverpool brewery has helped get us through the past few lockdowns with their beer deliveries, but nothing quite beats a refreshing pint of craft beer out in the sunshine. Black Lodge Brewery is back, pulling pints, plus they’ll be serving some damn good burgers and buffalo wings, too.
Madre Mia, this restaurant’s outdoor dining area is here! The Albert Dock restaurant, Madre, has extended its beer garden, where you can sip on a few beers or margaritas and munch on tasty tacos- which sounds like the perfect addition to a meet-up with your mates.
Flight Club Liverpool has launched its new outdoor terrace, making it the city’s biggest terrace. Guests can enjoy the warm weather in the suntrap beer garden and enjoy food and drinks alongside a programme of live music, including sax players, singers, and DJs, and live sports. Plus, the spot is offering Aperol Spritz, Sarti Spritz, Hugo Spritz and Limoncello Spritz for £7, £4 pints of Amstel and £4 for a 175ml glass of house wine between Fridays and Sundays.
