Whether you are someone who only visits restaurants for special occasions such as birthdays, or you are a seasoned restaurant goer who heads out to eat a few times a week, you have most likely heard of the Michelin Guide. There is much debate these days about whether the famous red book of restaurant recommendations still bears relevance to the ever-changing restaurant industry, but whatever your opinion on Michelin is, there is no denying that many chefs and restaurants still see receiving a star as the pinnacle of a career in food.
Naturally, when heading out for dinner in Liverpool, especially if you are celebrating a special occasion, it makes sense that you would want to go to a restaurant that has been given the Michelin stamp of approval. So, does Liverpool have any Michelin star restaurants? Well, the short answer is no. Despite the dynamism of Liverpool’s restaurant scene, which has seen a particularly marked improvement within the last decade, the famous guide has never deemed any of the city’s restaurants worthy of a coveted Michelin star.
Although Michelin has yet to award any Liverpool restaurants a star, the guide does include a select few restaurants within its pages. These are restaurants that are deemed worth a visit by Michelin, but that have not quite met the requirements of being awarded a star. What those requirements are is something of a mystery, with Michelin’s own guidance being rather vague. The guide awards one star to a restaurant that is a “very good restaurant in its category”, two stars to a place which boasts “excellent cooking that is worth a detour” and the maximum three stars to a restaurant which serves “exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey”.
Read below to discover the list of Liverpool restaurants that Michelin recommends and keep your fingers crossed that sometime soon, a Liverpool restaurant will finally be awarded a star.
Does Liverpool have any Michelin star restaurants?
As of 2022, Liverpool does not currently have any Michelin star restaurants and in fact, the famous red guidebook has never awarded a Michelin star to a restaurant in the city.
Michelin restaurants in Liverpool
Although the Michelin guide has never awarded one of its stars to a restaurant in Liverpool, the 2022 edition of the guide did include a number of Liverpool restaurants. These are restaurants that Michelin approves of, but doesn’t quite deem good enough to award it one of their coveted stars. Our list also features a couple of restaurants that have won other Michelin awards, including being recognised for their commitment to sustainability or a Bib Gourmand, which is awarded to more affordable restaurants that are deemed to be both good quality and good value by Michelin inspectors.
The Art School
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What: The Art School is named such because the building it is housed in used to be just that, but these days operates as a fine-dining restaurant. Commissioned works by former students line the walls while bright red chairs contrast with crisp white tablecloths. Chef Paul Askew oversees three set menus which champion seasonal and local ingredients, with dishes to try including the likes of charred Saddleback pork belly with Tokyo turnips, salted kohlrabi and mooli, pork dashi and date puree. There are pescatarian and vegan versions of each menu available, while a Light Bites menu is perfect for those looking for something less formal.
Michelin award: Commitment to Sustainability
Where: 1 Sugnall Street, L7 7EB
Book now: The Arts School
Spire
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What: Spire is a homely and welcoming neighbourhood restaurant in Liverpool which is ran by two brothers. The menu here changes regularly, but you can always expect a focus on contemporary British dishes which are underpinned by locally sourced ingredients - think Goosnargh chicken with potato and celeriac rosti, shallot puree, smoked bacon and cabbage confit. You might have always assumed that Michelin-approved restaurants have to break the bank, but prices here are actually very reasonable, especially when considering the skill on show.
Where: Number One, Church Road, L15 9EA
Book now: Spire
Panoramic 34
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What: Sky-high restaurants are something of a rarity in Liverpool, which makes Panoramic 34’s seductive dining room and epic views even more special. This is not a case of style over substance though, as the kitchen here offers a range of delectable menus, taking in lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and Sunday roasts. From the tasting menu, you can expect to be wooed by dishes such as Isle of Gigha halibut with potatoes, seaweed, leek, dill and a warm tartare sauce.
Where: 34th Floor, West Tower, Brook Street, L3 9PJ
Book now: Panoramic 34
Roski
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What: Roski is a modern take on a fine-dining restaurant, boasting a muted grey colour scheme and a set of complex tasting menus with strong Asian influences designed by former MasterChef: The Professionals winner Anton Piotrowski. Although not a cheap eat, Roski is on the lower end of the spectrum for fine dining (the tasting menu is under £100) and delivers some top-quality plates. Dishes you might find on your next visit include the likes of lemon sole with nori and passion fruit beurre blanc, followed by yuzu tart with meringue for dessert.
Where: 16 Rodney Street, L1 2TE
Book now: Roski
If you want to discover the full breadth of the city’s dining scene, check out our pick of Liverpool’s best restaurants.