Royal Albert Dock Makers Market

A standout café in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle serving cast iron Dutch baby pancakes, brisket bagels and exceptional specialty coffee. The space is beautifully designed, the staff are warm and the playlist is always good. Open daily from 9am with a growing following across the city. One of the most exciting independent cafés to open in Liverpool in recent years.

“We like this place very much. The food is phenomenal! Even when you have to wait longer for food, it's worth it, because the quality of this breakfast is insane! It was the first time I'd eaten a pancake like this, a total wow. Thank you!”

A spacious, beautifully designed all-day café and bar at Mann Island on the waterfront, right beside the market. Dog-friendly and family-welcoming, Brasco serves freshly cooked breakfasts from 9am, a broad lunch menu and evening meals throughout the week. The Malaysian fried rice and freshly made paninis are standouts. Open daily with a lovely riverside terrace on sunny days.

“Such a beautiful, calming place. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating — both with my food and with having my dog with me. The atmosphere was so relaxed that even my husky felt at ease. A really lovely experience overall.”

A specialty coffee destination in Norfolk Street, Baltic Triangle — one of the finest coffee experiences in the city. The barista offers a coffee flight spanning espresso, flat white and pour-over using rotating beans from independent roasters, served alongside freeze-distilled milk latte and exceptional latte art. Opens Tuesday to Saturday. Small, intimate and very serious about coffee.

“In my opinion, this is the best place in Liverpool to enjoy specialty coffee. The barista is highly knowledgeable and clearly passionate about coffee. Their coffee selection changes regularly, allowing you to try beans from different roasters. They offer a coffee flight featuring three drinks—...”

An outstanding independent cocktail bar in Anchor Courtyard, just off the dock. The team are highly knowledgeable, crafting cocktails based on your preferences and palate — the Red Hook, Happy Meal and Dirty Martini are regulars. A genuinely intimate, welcoming atmosphere with a 10% service charge that feels well earned. Opens Tuesday from 3pm, weekends from 3pm. One of the best bars in the city.

“I visited for “Glue Year’s Eve” with my partner. It was fully booked and they managed to squeeze us in on the day. The set drinks menu was exceptional. The cocktails were easy to like whilst being interesting and unique. Service was very attentive and we loved listening to Nathan talk abou...”