The Best Pubs
in
Liverpool

Step into history at The Bridewell, a stunningly converted 19th-century police station where you can actually enjoy your pint inside the original prison cells! The cask and craft beer selection is always top-notch, and with a sunny outdoor patio, it’s the perfect spot to watch the match or bring your dog along. Whether you’re catching up with a big group or just popping in for a cocktail, the friendly, quick-to-serve team makes every visit feel like a local’s secret.

Tucked away on a narrow street, Peter Kavanagh's is a true gem where every corner tells a story, from the hand carved tables to the stained glass and murals that have been lovingly preserved for decades. This wonderfully affordable pub pours a mean pint of Guinness and keeps an excellent selection of cask ales, all served by a welcoming team that makes you feel right at home. With a charming outdoor seating area, live music, and a dog friendly policy, it’s the perfect spot for groups to gather and soak up the genuine character of a place that has earned its reputation as one of the finest old school pubs around.

Hunting for a proper pub with an incredible beer selection? The Ship & Mitre is a must-visit, boasting one of the largest arrays of hand pulled ales and world beers in the region. This dog friendly spot welcomes groups and solo drinkers alike, with plenty of cozy nooks and a lovely wooden interior that feels bigger than it first appears. The food menu is short but perfectly formed, featuring fresh, made to order dishes like a fantastic Scouse that pairs beautifully with a cask pint.

Set in a breathtaking 1788 converted church, St Peter's Tavern is a grand, golden age public house where vintage glamour meets true pub honesty. You'll find 16 cask ales from local brewers, alongside noted wines, classic cocktails, and hearty bar snacks like pies and samosas. With its soaring interior, multiple rooms for groups, outdoor seating, and live sports on TV, this is a wonderfully unique spot for a relaxed pint any day of the week.

The Philharmonic Dining Rooms is a jaw dropping Victorian masterpiece, widely famous for its opulent, heritage listed gents' toilets that are a sight to behold. This moderate priced gem serves an excellent range of beers, wines, and cocktails, making it a perfect spot for groups to gather or for a relaxed stop with your dog by your side. With a dining room that feels like a grand private club and a menu featuring delicious pies, it’s an absolute must visit for anyone who loves a pub with real character and history.

Get ready for the ultimate sports lover's haven at Lime Street Central, a buzzing modern pub just steps from the station where you can catch every tackle, try, and goal on massive screens with TNT Sports and Sky Sports. The drinks menu is a winner too, with a cracking range of cask ales, wines, and cocktails that go perfectly with the delicious small plates and hearty pub classics. Bring the whole group, including your four-legged mate, because this dog friendly spot is all about good times, whether you're locking in a table for the big match or grabbing a happy hour deal with your mates.

Coopers Town House is the little pub with the biggest heart, a fiercely independent and family run spot where the karaoke kicks off from 1.00pm every single day. This vibrant, wallet friendly gem serves up a cracking selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, making it the perfect place for a lively group outing. You’ll be welcomed like an old friend the moment you step through the door, and with live music and non stop entertainment, it’s no wonder this place has become a worldwide social media sensation. Come and discover what it truly means to “Get Coopered” you won’t leave without a smile on your face.

For a proper taste of maritime history, head to the Baltic Fleet, a traditional 1850s pub in a Grade II listed building right on the historic dock road. This family-run spot offers a fantastic selection of cask and craft ales from local independent breweries, alongside wine, cocktails, and a welcoming beer garden for sunny days. With its cosy log burners, multiple rooms, live music, and dog-friendly policy, it’s the perfect place to settle in with a group and enjoy a relaxed pint by the waterfront.

Head to The Hope & Anchor for the ultimate bottomless brunch and live sports combo, where the energy is always high and the drinks keep flowing. With a cracking selection of craft beers, wines, and cocktails, plus a huge menu of tasty food including vegan options, it’s a brilliant spot for groups celebrating anything from hen parties to birthdays. The outdoor seating is perfect for sunny afternoons, and the big screens make sure you never miss a try, goal, or knockout, whether it’s the World Cup or the Six Nations.

Head to the Brookhouse, a beloved local pub that’s as big in personality as it is in size, offering an incredible range of drinks from 2 for 1 cocktails to perfectly poured pints. The massive beer garden and HD screens make it an unbeatable spot to gather your mates, catch every goal of the World Cup or Premier League, and enjoy hearty pub food served in generous portions. With pool tables, a weekly pub quiz, and a dog friendly welcome, this place is pure Liverpool hospitality at its most affordable and fun.