Reviews in Liverpool and Merseyside

I was exited about this restaurant since it has been redecorated as its been many years since ive been back to liverpool,i came with an old friend of mine on Tuesday the service was a bit slow and when my soup arrived it was not very hot my friend opted for garlic bread which we both enjoyed, the main meal we both had chicken in a cream and mushroom sauce which was very bland and the plate was full off fingerprints not something you like to see, the tiramisu was fantastic, i may have come on an off day, but i was expecting a little bit more

I booked a table this evening for four people. It was our wedding anniversary so we was looking forward to a great evening. It never happened. After waiting over 40, yes 40 minutes I asked a young gentleman ( I guess he was a waiter with the waistcoat ) how long the table would be we received no answer. After 50 minutes we gave up and complained to the manager ( perhaps the owner ) his attitude was not the best and gave me several excuses. After a little chat he decided to half the drinks bill, but unfortunately the damage had been done. I left the place very unhappy and I WOULD STRONGLY RECOMEND THAT PEOPLE BOYCOT THE PLACE UNTILL THE MANAGEMENT get their act together. I have also sent a copy of this comment to the "good food guide" as I know this complaint will not be published. I never even got an apology for the delay.

having read the recommendations on sugarvine I decided to book a table..the only available slot was 6pm ... too early I thought (dead time of the night, no atmosphere etc)well I like to be surprised (don't we all) the restaurant is low key in decor .. but very high key in attentive service & food quality.You will not find any better or fresher sushi in the northwest ..the presentation alone is fantastic the mix set of Nigiri sushi for two represents amazing value. The mains are equally amazing ..again expertly cooked very well presented & totally moorish..you have to try the ice creams be brave & go for the black sesame ..it's the most bizarre taste ..at first a bit uggh but as it melts in your mouth you get the most wonderful nutty almost peanut brittle taste developing ..The staff are really good ..from the two ladies who served us .... I asked about saki to go with my sushi and was given a very informative & helpful response..product knowledge again was fantastic ..I spoke to one of the owners who was warm & enthusiastic & so friendly The biggest surprise was the bill I had budgeted for about £80-90 including wine & tip.Total bill for 2 with wine ..fantastic food ..fantastic friendly service...£52 WOW ..It may be small but it's got a big future..

A great neighbourhood restaurant. fine dining without the poncy stuff. fantastic food, great service, great value. head chef paul davies really knows his stuff. been there many times now and never been anything but impressed.

Visited Liverpool at the weekend and was fortunate to stumble across this fantastic restaurant. Food excellent, staff welcoming and friendly, great atmosphere. Fantastic!

This must be the best Indian restaurant in the world. The food is excellent, really good value for money and the staff are so friendly and attentive. Really varied menu with lots for meat eaters and veggies alike. Special take-away meal deal during the week and an all-day buffet on Sunday. This restaurant does not have an alcohol licence but you are free to take your own. Enjoy!

We went for a quick lunchtime bite. The food was excellent. A brunch half stack (sausages, eggs, toast, bacon & black pudding). Black pudding & wild mushrooms on ciabbata Chickpea, chorizo, cabbage soup with crusty bread. The prices were reasonable. Food was sourced locally - Muffs Black Pudding & Sausages. Friendly staff. And of course it's own brewery and fantastic range of beers on offer.

fantastic restaurant. i would highly recommend this restaurant. the lighting is a bit dim but the service and quality of food is fantastic. well worth the visit :)

we ate twice here while in Liverpool, and would highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys spanish tapas. Heather and Andy Johnston. (Scotland)

The best place to eat! well recommended.....

Sushi is a risky proposition when eating out. Pizza, even when done poorly, is usually edible. Bad sushi can ruin your whole week. Good sushi, well, that's what I had a Etsu, outstanding in fact. The restaurant itself is quite utilitarian, with the typically, slightly spartan, clean lines one associates with Japanese culture. That said it's still a very friendly atmosphere and the owner seems to feel passionately about providing an authentic experience of high-quality Japanese cuisine at a very reasonable price, rather than the usual dog and pony show that accompanies often overpriced, greasy food at a typical Teppan-Yaki restaurant. The party I was with had a wide variety of Sushi and Negri, shiro misu (soup), curry and interesting desserts. Given the often poor quality of Liverpool dining I would say that this is a definite departure from the norm. The staff were knowledgeable about the menu and were able to make informed recommendations. The quality of the Sushi is amongst the highest I've ever experienced anywhere, being neatly and tightly made, fresh and delicately flavoured. The choice was excellent and, considering the price, superb value for money. The quality of the ingredients was obviously high. A good marker of a chef, in my experience, is how they handle a simple dish like a soup. In this case, the simple miso soup (beancurd, bean paste, spring onion etc) was delicious. For a desert, we tried: Green tea ice cream - refreshing; a pear tart - delicious; and a purple, roasted sesame ice cream -- weird, nutty, sweet, creamy, very more-ish! Overall, the meal for four was excellent value for money and represented a refreshing change from typical eating out in Liverpool. If I were to be critical at all, I'd say the portion sizes were on the large side for some things. I mentioned this to the manager who told that they had started out even larger! They are also authentically Japanese in their liking for high-tech. They have an electronic toilet that does some interesting things and the loudest hand dryer in the universe that dries your hands instantly. The attitude of "customers come first" is evident and provided that Liverpudlians want a true experience of Japanese cuisine performed as it should be then Etsu should do hugely well.

Enjoyed a lovely dinner here last night, arrived without making a reservation and was quickly shown to a table. the place was booming for a Saturday tea time. skipped the starters and went for a pasta dish and my partner a lasagna. mine was delicious. i also like the atmosphere in here-would deffo recommend

I would not recommend the carvery at the weld blundell. It is always cold and each time I have been the 'chef' always makes every attempt to give you the minimum amount of meat possible. I went tonight 22.03.08 and the vegetables on offer were appalling. Apparently they were restocking and I can only presume they were using up old stock. The only thing I could recommend was the coffee. I like to give venues a few trys before I finally decide not to go again. Tonight I decided not to go again!

I have recently discovered a little gem of a find for sushi lovers. When i arrived there was a friendly welcome with good lighting and a well designed lay out. the staff were very friendly and the service was exceptional and don't let me mention the food which i have got to say was out of this world i cant begin to tell you what to try its all fantastic but i will mention the chef special its so unique you cant go without trying it and all of this at a great price YOU JUST SIMPLY HAVE TO TRY IT.

Horrendous.. Have visited this restaurant lots of times since it became a carvery and it has been superb but after visiting it today I will not be returning. When arrived today I was informed that it was now a 2 for 1 ,I should of known then to leave. After being told that there was lots of things on the menu that weren't available was ordered and were told that all meals were 2 for 1 which when the bill arrived wasn't the case. We received the wrong drinks then wrong meals then meals with things missing not explaining until we asked that these things were out of stock. Basically don't go there

This pub is no longer an O'Neills pub, its name has reverted to the Hoghton arms and is being run as family business, it has been refurbished to make it light and airy and offers good food from 12:00 until 18:00, with darts, pool, quiz nights, TV, and guest ales...and the staff are very friendly.

I first went to Bistro Jacques with friends. It's now becoming a bit of a regular. The food is amazing - would strongly recommend fillet steak or sea bass - the price is just as amazing. The staff are friendly and efficient. Would strongly recommend this restaurant to Michelin.

I was impressed as soon as i entered the restaurant, It had a really relaxed ambience. the staff were very friendly and were more than happy to assist the diners in our party who were less familiar with the menu. The food was delicious and very well priced. There were 2 Japanese chefs working there, who create every sauce from scratch (i was told by the charming waitress who assisted me on one of my visits) i have been back a couple of times since and have been just as impressed each time. I know it's not polite to talk about toilets but you got to try them out, i'm like a child who has to go each visit somewhere new, ha ha. I can't wait for better weather and enjoy the outdoor terrace, it looks so inviting! you must give ETSU a try