The Best Pubs in Liverpool

The Ship & Mitre is known as Merseyside's Premier Real Ale pub, housed in an original 1930s Art Deco building with an interior changed to resemble that of a ship. It offers a great selection of real ales and serves a delicious traditional Scouse food until 5PM. The pub's name comes from a combination of two previous names, The Flag Ship and The Mitre. This is a fantastic spot for anyone seeking excellent ales and hearty local fare in a uniquely designed setting.

Welcome to the Philharmonic Dining Rooms, a historic pub known as the most ornate pub in England. Commissioned between 1898 and 1900, this magnificent hostelry was built as a showpiece in the style of a gentlemen's club. It is a favourite with concert-goers and performers from the nearby Philharmonic Hall, and we pride ourselves on being purveyors of perfect pints and unbeatable pies from our British pub classic menus.

The Baltic Fleet is a traditional 1850s pub in a grade II listed building, a family run business offering a warm welcome. It features a large selection of cask and craft ale from local independent breweries, with four cask lines including a rotating pale, golden, and stout. The pub also has a beer garden and a log burner, and it sells merchandise like t-shirts and hoodies.

This venue is Liverpool’s number one live music and events venue, offering everything from weekly live music and tribute nights to big screen sports and themed quizzes. It boasts three unique spaces with industrial style, high ceilings, and flexible layouts suitable for intimate gatherings or large scale productions. Guests can enjoy in house catering, bar services, and AV support, with a full calendar of exciting events including day parties, bingo lingo, and club nights. The venue is spacious, with friendly bar staff, efficient service, and reasonable prices, making it a top choice for a cracking night out.

The Grapes bursts with character, offering a warm welcome that feels like coming home. Its cozy interior and lively beer garden buzz with a friendly mix of students and locals. You can often enjoy live jazz or delicious Thai and Lao food, all while sipping a fantastic real ale. With staff who are genuinely passionate about their drinks, this pub has a rich history and a cool, inviting energy that ensures you will want to return.

Ma Egerton's is one of the most historic pubs, built in 1846 and named after its longest serving landlady, Mary Egerton. It is a favourite haunt for performers from stage and screen, having entertained legends like Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, and Charlie Chaplin. You can enjoy fine ales, wines, and spirits alongside rustic homemade pizza from Ma's legendary old fashioned pizza shop. On Thursdays, the D'ukes of Hazzard host a free ukulele night, taking you on a journey of classic and contemporary tunes. With friendly staff and a comfortable environment steeped in theatrical history, this pub is a true gem.

The Monro is a re imagined 100 year old Dublin pub set within a late 1700s listed Georgian merchant’s mansion, spanning two floors with two versatile indoor/outdoor beer gardens. It won Best Gastropub of the Year at The National Food Awards for its divine menus and heavenly tasting menu, using 100% natural ingredients cooked from fresh. You can enjoy an extensive range of cask ales and stouts alongside legendary hot and cold pies and bar snacks. During colder months, numerous roaring log fires create the perfect pub environment.

This award winning free house is one of only five pubs in the UK to appear in every edition of the Good Beer Guide since 1974, and the only one in the north of England. It is a cosy four roomed “old school” local with no music, where lively conversation and banter rules the day. The pub is passionate about serving real ale, offering six expertly conditioned cask ales, and locally baked hot pies are available all day.

Head of Steam in Liverpool is the perfect spot for a shopping break or lunch, boasting a celebrated selection of exceptional local craft beer, real ale, and breweries from around the world. It also offers an array of cocktails, spirits, environmentally conscious wine, and hot drinks, alongside a food menu featuring pizzas, gyros, and branded burgers. The pub is proudly recognized as vegan friendly and even has a photo booth for guests to capture their visit.

This pub crackles with the raw energy of live music, offering a more spacious alternative to the famous club nearby. It’s a genuine piece of history where you can practically feel the spirit of the 1960s rock scene. The outdoor seating is a bonus, but the real draw is the authentic, electric vibe that makes it a fantastic spot for groups ready to soak up the legendary local culture.