10 Best Outdoor Restaurants in Liverpool

The Merchant is a chic and award-winning local pub that comes complete with trendy decor and an outdoor beer garden where you can enjoy craft brews. You'll find quite a variety of options on tap along with certain themed nights that often come with specialty cocktails.

The food here is phenomenal with their pizza being a popular favourite among regulars and newcomers alike. Live music is common here as well. You'll find this pub on the southern side of Ropewalks in the town centre.

Liberte is a popular rooftop bar located along the Liverpool Waterfront that offers specialty cocktails alongside innovative foods with a Pan-Asian influence. From the rooftop, you'll be able to enjoy stunning views of the Three Graces and the river Mersey.

Much of the atmosphere here was influenced by New York City with its view of the city's grand landmarks meant to be reminiscent of the view of the Statue of Liberty from the Liverpool to New York cruise line. You can get to the bar fairly easily with a short walk to the northwest from James Street Station.

Maray is one of the more unique restaurants in town offering a wide variety of different flavours reminiscent of several styles of cuisine, all expertly prepared from scratch every day. You'll find some flavours of a Middle East grill house set up right alongside some classic American comfort food with a hint of Skandi influence.

All the food here is based on the availability of ingredients. Every dish was designed with unrelenting freshness in mind, so it's largely dependent on what's able to be sourced locally. You can try it for yourself right on Albert Dock on the east side of the Mersey.

Madre offers absolutely delicious Mexican fare alongside the River Mersey complete with craft beers and natural wines to enjoy in their outdoor courtyard. The food here is inspired by the traditional cuisine of Mexico City, offering a variety of tacos for the lunch menu and dishes like pig's head chicharron and hogget barbacoa on the evening menu.

Don't forget to check out their list of margaritas that pair perfectly with the food they have on offer for both lunch and dinner. You can find it all conveniently within the Albert Dock Pavilion.

The Art School is an iconic fine dining restaurant where you can enjoy pristine food that's always fresh since the menu is entirely dependent on market availability. Their courtyard seating lets you enjoy the excellent taste while taking in the outdoor splendour of the Knowledge Quarter area east of the town centre.

You'll find 3 different kinds of menus you can opt for here. The tasting menu offers plenty of variety, but it's not uncommon for some to prefer the excellence and prix fixe menus with the former being appropriate if you're feeling especially fancy.

Goodness Gracious is a popular rooftop bar in town that offers incredible views of the skyline, River Mersey and the Royal Liver building along with stunning drinks. The decor ensures that this rooftop bar also functions as a garden with plenty of vibrant greenery. You'll also find relaxing music playing creating an oasis-like atmosphere.

Keep in mind that this rooftop bar isn't open all year long even though the accompanying indoor cafe is. It's only open from March to October, so plan your visit accordingly. You'll find it in the West Africa House just northwest of the James Street Station.

Clockworks is a popular restaurant that specialises in what they describe as twisted British classics in a cocktail bar ambiance. The menu features classic British comfort food with a bit of an edge turning traditional favourites into something a bit more adventurous.

The cuisine here includes several sandwiches and small plates, the latter of which includes dishes like ham hock, Dirty Okra Fries and Stornoway Bon Bons. Among the large plates, you'll find Nashville hot chicken, the legendary Works Burger and ribeye steak. You'll find it all by the town centre southwest of Liverpool Central Station.

Dockleaf is a prominent destination for locals and visitors alike to find delicious food alongside a wide selection of beers in Brewery Works on the southern edge of the Baltic Triangle. The beer list is quite expansive, and that's just the beginning. You'll also find a seasonally rotating wine list and cocktails.

The menu consists primarily of hearty meats and roasted veg. There's plenty of scouse along with balti and burgers. Additionally, this restaurant is dog-friendly, so feel free to bring your well-behaved pups along. They get a free drink of water as well.

Baltic Market is a popular street food market and the first of its kind in Liverpool with such a variety that the pickiest eaters are sure to find something. You'll find unique dishes here like bubble waffles, halloumi fries and even a frozen gin slush.

Classic favourites are available here like gyros and wood-fired pizzas, so you may want to consider multiple visits just to try out as much as you can. Everyone is welcome here, so feel free to bring your nan, your little ones and your pup along. You'll find it just south of the Baltic Triangle.

Birdie’s Bar and Barbeque is a fun destination for people looking to enjoy a finely crafted cocktail all while enjoying live performances and absolutely delicious street food. You can opt for loaded fries and burgers, or you can explore their taco offerings.

The drink selection here is quite expansive with plenty of craft beers and ciders available alongside wines. Several events are held throughout the week such as quiz nights and bottomless brunch, so check their calendar. You'll find it all in the heart of the Baltic Triangle.