Reviews in Liverpool City Centre

We visited here last Saturday, 27th March. Placewas really busy. Had a lovely table by the live music - spanish guitarists.Gorgeous food and really great service. Friendly, our waitress really knew the menu and guided us to some inspired dishes. Morcilla, Chicken in potato crisps and lamb with butter beans were our highlights. The mixed leaves (or the dressing on them was the best I have ever had) - honey and a lovely vinegar. We would really recommend this. The best spanish restaurant by a long shot in Liverpool and that we have been to; also must be one of Liverpool's best restaurants overall. We just missed a few of Liverpool's spanish players, which we were told have made Lunya their regular haunt.

Fabulous looking restaurant, decor superb, great atmosphere, very smart and loads of lovely Italian waiters, all really friendly. Food nice but not outstanding, drinks service very slow and quite pricey. Seems disorganised as regards staff and who is looking after your table. Will return as great place but please tighten up on the service before customers go elsewhere as this would be a great shame.

excellent food really friendly staff and pleasant surroundings and best of all really good value for money!!

I have been there twice and there is a fantastic and individual choice of tapas and a la carte meals which are of exceptional quality. For seafood lovers I can strongly recommend the Zarzuela, razor clams, chilli mussels and stuffed sardines. For carnivores the belly pork in almond milk, morcilla, and chorizo are all exceptional. What I like about this place is the individuality. For about the same price paid for tapas in better known chain restaurants, I was impressed with the freshness and quality of the ingredients, passion for Spain and attention to detail that is hard to find elsewhere. Friends have told me this place is becoming very popular now and rapidly booking up at weekends and is even being frequented by some of the Spanish Liverpool footballers. All in all strongly recommended!

Dined at San Carlo for the first time last night. The service from the many italian waiters was first class. Food was superb. The only downside was that the tables were very close together. Saying this, I will definitely be making a return visit!

Having eaten at Bistro Jacques before we were quite looking forward to a pre pub quiz meal, however our whole party left extremely deflated after the experience. Myself and one college ordered the chicken stuffed with black pudding which turned up barely cooked. I chanced mine and ate it ,by my college left the whole dish and complained at the end of the meal, only to be told by the waitress there was nothing wrong with it despite the fact it was bright pink - no apology was received ! The starters were minuscule, another colleague had to eat a whole seabass without a fish knife and the final member of our party was also disappointed with the size of the steak. These meals were ordered off the main menu at full price so there was no excuse for the small sized portions. We all agreed after the meal that we would give Bistro Jacques a wide berth after this experience.

lovely meal last night - service great, starter and pud outstandingly well-presented, BUT tables far too squashed together and cramped.

Went last week for my daughters birthday as she loves Chinese food we were quite disappointed as portions were small and expensive, waiters were not very attentive if a little rude as kept speaking Chinese to each other and then kept staring. The food was OK but not great, have been to better Chinese restaurants before as a result will not be returning.

Hi, I have visited the Panoramic several times and have never had any problems. My Fiance worked there as a Chef from September 2009 until Mid March 2010, and although it was long hours with little financial reward, he learnt a great deal and knew that it would look impressive on his CV. At the start of March, I asked my Fiance to book a table for me and 5 girl friends (who were visiting from the Isle of Man, Scotland and Manchester) for a drink on 20th March. My fiance was not included. As no telephone confirmation had been received by either myself or my fiance, I rang the restaurant on the morning of 20th to confirm. The receptionist confirmed the booking for 5pm. Upon arrival, I was told by the receptionist that I would not be allowed to enter the restaurant. The front of house manager then came to reception and explained that since my fiance had ceased employment there, neither of us will be allowed to enter in there ever again! I explained that I had friends who had requested to go there for the view and all we wanted was a drink in the bar. Again he re-iterated that he and the chef had reached a decision and that was final. My friends were horrified and again asked for an explanation. Not wanting to cause any further fuss, I left with my friends. There are many things I could say about what happens in that kitchen, and I just want the public to be aware of the attitudes of the staff. They didn't even have the decency to tell me when I called to confirm the booking on the morning. I think I can sum it up by saying reputational damage is hard to rebuild, and I will never again recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Hi, I have visited the Panoramic several times and have never had any problems. My Fiance worked there as a Chef from September 2009 until Mid March 2010, and although it was long hours with little financial reward, he learnt a great deal and knew that it would look impressive on his CV. At the start of March, I asked my Fiance to book a table for me and 5 girl friends (who were visiting from the Isle of Man, Scotland and Manchester) for a drink on 20th March. My fiance was not included. As no telephone confirmation had been received by either myself or my fiance, I rang the restaurant on the morning of 20th to confirm. The receptionist confirmed the booking for 5pm. Upon arrival, I was told by the receptionist that I would not be allowed to enter the restaurant. The front of house manager then came to reception and explained that since my fiance had ceased employment there, neither of us will be allowed to enter in there ever again! I explained that I had friends who had requested to go there for the view and all we wanted was a drink in the bar. Again he re-iterated that he and the chef had reached a decision and that was final. My friends were horrified and again asked for an explanation. Not wanting to cause any further fuss, I left with my friends. There are many things I could say about what happens in that kitchen, and I just want the public to be aware of the attitudes of the staff. They didn't even have the decency to tell me when I called to confirm the booking on the morning. I think I can sum it up by saying reputational damage is hard to rebuild, and I will never again recommend this restaurant to anyone.

The best place I believe in Liverpool One. However its the only one that is not well signed as you view the restaurants on the top floor of the shopping centre. Crisp, clean and simple in both terms of decor and cuisine.

Restaurant bar and grill used to be a fantastic restaurant. The quality of the food and service have deteriorated so far that it is on level pars with Wetherspoons or Mc Donalds. I dined here a couple of weeks ago and was so appalled by the service, we had to as someone to top up our wine glasses but where ignored and they walked away. We where chased off the table by being presented with the Bill without requesting it as we were not finished. After being so disgusted with this I complained to the manager and was invited back for a complimentary meal. I returned this weekend and was shocked that when I arrived and was sat at my table, the table was not finished being set. The waiter crouched down and lent on our table. The food was so over cooked that we could not eat it, and when the waiter asked the problem and we informed him we where met with a response of " well people normally enjoy the food" The lamb was unbelievably dry, all the food was under seasoned and we had to request salt. At the end of the meal to our horror we were asked if we wanted the bill! Even though it was supposed to be complimentary! Overall I was appalled and would not recommend anyone to dine at this restaurant.

Staff very friendly and helpful, food delicious. We especially liked the pork with almond milk and the chorizo in red wine. A fine addition to the area, and we'll certainly be going back. There's also a very tempting delicatessen.

Went to Mei Mei for my birthday meal last night. Totally DISAPPOINTED. Had to search for tiny strips of meat and 3 prawns. My boyfriend ordered special chow mein with was anything but, it had no taste of any description!! Can't believe people have stated this is one of the best Chinese in Liverpool!!!

I was at Lunya this week. Quality of food is amazing, atmosphere was sensational. Will certainly be going back.

Ate in Lunya on Sunday. I believe that they had only been open for two days. The food was excellent, the staff were excellent. The owner obviously has a real passion for Spain and even throws in a Liverpool twist. We ate off the tapas menu- We had the best razor clams we have ever eaten, oxtail croquettes with horseradish cream, squid in cains beer batter and potato bravos....All to an excellent standard. WELL DONE LUNYA - WORTH A VISIST !

Just opened. Exciting food, lovely venue, charming staff. There's obviously a passion for Spanish food - we just had a brief selection from the tapas menu, but each one was sensational. Tradition with a twist and top quality ingredients. Warm and welcoming. Looking forward to going back.

If you were to take a slight detour from the teeming student area of Liverpool that is Concert square you could be forgiven for thinking you had landed in a swanky bar in Brazil. Alma de Cuba is situated in the former St Peter's Catholic Church on Seel Street right in the heart of Liverpool. Alma boasts a versatile night where they serve food and drinks of all kinds with a Hispanic, Latin American and Cuban combined influence. On entering this spectacular hot spot you do not have to search to discover why its so popular. In fact enter at around five to eleven on a Friday or Saturday and you can see for yourself why. This is 'carnival' and is a popular attraction for the glamorous in Liverpool where the entire bar is adorned with pink and white confetti as salsa dancers entertain at the front of the old alter. The bar area is lavishly decorated and situated beneath a giant chandelier. What's even more impressive and a tad surprising is that the drinks are reasonably priced and the food even more so. The restaurant is positioned above the bar and has an intimate feel, featuring beamed ceilings and rich red velvet decoration all with the underlying influences from the old Church. You can sip a cocktail from their extensive range and perhaps even sneak a peek at the odd celebrity or five. It is not a bar to be missed when out in Liverpool and a perfect place to party in style.