Reviews in Liverpool and Merseyside

I can't recommend this place highly enough! The food in here is such a great change from the usual chicken tikka massala. You need to book if you want to go at the weekend, unless you are going early. The decor is slightly worn, but the food is amazing! Fantastic selection of different breads, many of which I'd never had before going here, and a good selection of veggie meals. It's definitely not for after six pints on the way home! Make this your first stop!

We went to The Monro for our 1st anniversary as we heard it had a great reputation. We were not disappointed, food was amazing, cooked to perfection and the staff were friendly. A perfect evening was rounded off with cocktails, we will definitely be visiting this place again!

My boyfriend took me there for Xmas Eve lunch for the first time. Fantastic food and service was good. Starters I had a bowl of olives and garlic bread and main course Benedict Smoked Salmon,Asparagus,Spinch Poached Egg & Cream Sauce the BEST

I recently went to the Tavern with my mum and we weren't impressed. The starter were nice we had potato skins and breaded mushrooms but are mains were not. Ihad the steak and my mum had the days special which was only can be described as a steak baguette. The total pice of my steak was 16pounds and it wasn't anythink special. We also found the restaurant rather dark and the music as well as our waitress loud. I am afraid i will not be returning to the Tavern for a meal in future.

1st impression brocken glass on the floor 2nd Very pour menu 3rd All the staff had absolutely no idea what the were doing except the bold fella , ( nice one mate!!!) 4rth our waiter seemed to be having a good time on SPEED his mouth is faster than his brain 5th we got our drinks 10 sec before we got our starters 6th I had a better steak in Afghanistan and a hobo could make a better carbonara 7th I like the Polish shefs but in Polish restaurants not in Italian What i'm saying is you need to hire some profetionals the place at the moment is i high risk worst than mc donalds

Went to Fraiche last year with 2 friends after saving up! We knew it wasn't going to be cheap but thought we would try it. At first when we entered the dining room we were a bit intimidated by the lack of people (only 3 others) but after a drink (very delicious champagne cocktail) we felt more comfortable. We had pre-ordered the sampler menu and were asked if there was anything we didn't like or allergic to. The chef had compiled a menu and we just got served the courses. First thing was very tiny and my friends and i made jokes about going to the chippy afterwards but it was very tasty. the following courses (maybe about 9 in total) were as delicious as the last! There were some very strange food combinations (parsley foam and parmesan ice cream, veloute with pink grapefruit and mussels and a taste of carrot for one of our desserts) but the flavours complimented each other very well. Everything was very balanced and nothing left any sort of aftertaste, instead they were more aromas (very cliche but you have to try it to believe it) By the end of the meal my stomach as so content. I was not too full but far from hungry. It was quite expensive (about £70 a head in total including tip) but well worth it. I know not everyone appreciates or even enjoys this kind of thing but my friends and I think that it was the tastiest meal we have had. Definitely a treat but well worth the money (we also got some yummy freebie caramelised nuts in a lovely presentation box to take homes!).

Have been there a few times with groups of people and more private meals with my partner. I've always had a very positive experience. I find the food excellent and the staff very eager and helpful. Not the best location or best decor and layout but the food makes up for it.

If you don't mind 70's decor but love good, wholesome food then this is the place to go in St Helens. I have visited this place ever since I was a child and recently had a family get together there for lunch. I recommended this place to a couple of friends who now frequent the place every weekend. There is not a bad word to be said about the food here and the "early bird" menu is the best value for money you will ever find.

Food is great, but the place could do with a price reduction, it's not cheap! On the weekends it fills up with older people who dress as though they are still 21, but it's a nice quiet place for lunch and for after work drinks through the week. The staff are friendly and not stuck up.

I have finally found a place to eat in great surrounding and feel like I'm on holiday. We visited Mayur last week, for dinner after work with friends. Because of the warm weather we were able to dine outside in the square. The atmosphere is absolutely fantastic, and eating outside was definitely a huge bonus. The food is by far the best indian I have eaten in Liverpool and compares to the top restaurants in London. Service was very good and the waiting staff knew a lot about the menu. I ate the seabass which was perfect, just right for the warm weather. My friend does not really like curries, so ordered a couple of their grilled starters which were excellent. All in all - a great experience - deffo recommend it.

I have been to this restaurant on a number of occasions and never been disappointed. The care and detail taken by the staff is exceptional, only negative is the food arrives very quickly, you have only just finished your starter and your main course is there! Otherwise faultless

i went to tapas tapas for a meal on grand national day and i must say the food is very delicious. i would recommend this restaurant to every one. also the staff are very efficient and the manager is very good looking i was half tempted to ask for his phone number. he handles the job and staff and customers in a very professional manner. go try the food and judge for yourself.

Recently came across this restaurant from friends suggestions. We found the place an excellent choice for eating and a great variation in meals. The staff were very cooperative and friendly which made the evening an eventful one.

I had a lovely meal at Etsu last week and was very surprised. I have eaten sushi in a lot of places around the world and I can honestly say that it is delicious at Etsu. The service was very good, attentive but not too much. The atmosphere is relaxed. I would definitely recommend going here! Price vs quality is excellent. PS: Try the chef's platter, it is gorgeous!

Went bank holiday weekend for our anniversary. The views are great but the food lacks quality and is served in such small portions we left feeling hungry. The lamb served was extremely fatty and gristly and the cheese board was inedible. The menus given to diners were dog eared and grubby but they did iron the table clothes in situ after each diner had left. We were rushed through our meal and we heard other diners complaining about being left waiting too long for a table. Eat before you go !

Went bank holiday weekend for our anniversary. The views are great but the food lacks quality and is served in such small portions we left feeling hungry. The lamb served was extremely fatty and gristly and the cheese board was inedible. The menus given to diners were dog eared and grubby but they did iron the table clothes in situ after each diner had left. We were rushed through our meal and we heard other diners complaining about being left waiting too long for a table. Eat before you go !

Love this restaurant. The food is the best in Liverpool. Buy far the best restaurant around. Have you eaten in Blanco dinning room, how classy is this little joint. you can reserve a table or book the whole place

I think I must have been to a different restaurant than the other reviewers!! I have to say, this is the worst restaurant I have ever been too. The service was awful, it took 20 minutes to be acknowledged, then a further 20 minuted to get 2 drinks (which were wrong) and then another half an hour to get any service. When I was served the I found the staff unfriendly, arrogant and miserable. I have noticed that many of the reviewers went for lunch, i went for dinner in the evening, so maybe it has different staff, but it was the worst place I have ever been in terms of service. The food wasn't the best either, especially if you are vegetarian, I will not be going back and I would not recommend this excuse for a restaurant to anyone.