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Whats Cooking

American, Mexican • Liverpool City Centre
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4.3/5
(0151) 707 2023 Unit 24 Britannia Pavilion, Albert Dock, Liverpool City Centre, L3 4AD (0151)70…Show
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Tex-Mex dining in the unique environs of Liverpool’s stunning Albert Dock.
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About Whats Cooking

Whats Cooking enjoys a stunning location on Liverpool’s historic Albert Dock, housed in the Grade I listed Queen Elizabeth Hall overlooking the city’s iconic Three Graces. It’s the longest-serving restaurant on the Dock and has built a reputation over the years for its tasty southwestern ‘Tex-Mex’ food and great-value cocktails.  Whats Cooking is open seven days a week from 12 noon right through til late and you can drink and dine inside or al fresco, when weather permits. The menu offers a choice of hand-crafted burgers alongside fajitas, burritos, BBQ pork ribs, footlong dogs and various cuts of steak. Grab a booth or one of the window tables with great views out over the Albert Dock.

Sugarvine
4.3
Food 4.1/5
Service 4.6/5
Atmosphere 4.4/5
Value for Money 4.0/5
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Opening Times
Mon 12:00 - 20:00 —
Tue 12:00 - 20:00 —
Wed 12:00 - 20:00 —
Thu 12:00 - 20:00 —
Fri 12:00 - 21:00 —
Sat 12:00 - 21:00 —
Sun 12:00 - 19:00 —
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Helen Davies
I visited the Albert Dock restaurant, for the 1st time, on Friday 28/12/25, and took my disabled Mum and our older friend. Staff were extremely helpful, welcoming and polite. My Mum's dietary needs were met without any problems, and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meals. On the back of this great experience I came back 2 days later, with 5 friends, as we were attending a local concert. Everyone commented on how lovely the food was and the staff/service was excellent... We will be back soon....
Danielle
Service was quick and staff were really friendly food was so good and atmosphere was great really enjoyed the evening and will be going back again
ilana
I ordered southern fried chicken and the chicken was burnt. The portion was small and as the food wasn’t that good it felt really poor value for money, especially considering I had to go somewhere else for food after which is unusual for me. Service was fine. A bottle of coke cost £4 which seems absolutely ridiculous. We originally looked at the menu on the website but at the restaurant it had been changed so we had to alter our order. Very overpriced. Partner ordered a burger which seemed cheap.
Mrs Lennox
Fabulous Friday evening for our family of four, staff brilliant, food amazing and music on point. Working at Comic Con Liverpool is always a pleasure travelling from Glasgow knowing that we are welcomed with open arms. Cheers and thank you.
Mrs Lennox
Fabulous Friday evening for our family of four, staff brilliant, food amazing and music on point. Working at Comic Con Liverpool is always a pleasure travelling from Glasgow knowing that we are welcomed with open arms. Cheers and thank you.
Cameron Ross
We booked a table we arrived a bit earlier for the table stood for a we while before we got seen to by a member of staff however it was speedy service from then drink got took then are food arrived in 15 mins food was really good absolutely enjoyed it will return
Lily Collier
Atmosphere and service was great a lovely vibe with the Christmas decorations. However a slight issue was that my food was a little cold when coming out. Whereas my partner's was lovely and steaming hot. So was a little disappointed however food still tasted great.
4.8
Charlotte
Service was impeccable, really attentive and food was lovely, great atmosphere fun and friendly
5.0
Nicola
The was my second visit in the last couple of months and we had a great time again. The food was reasonably priced and a good selection, particularly for vegetarians. Enjoyed the cocktails too. Staff were very friendly and the atmosphere was great. We will definitely be back!
Janet Mason
The ribs usually fall off the bone but they were very tough! I got a replacement with no fuss but was still disappointed The service was great and very professional
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Whats Cooking File

Fact File

Main dining room capacity 106
Booking policy Reservations preferred
Best seat Window seat overlooking the Albert Dock
Max group booking size 18
Outside dining space Yes
Outside dining spaces 76
Outside dining details Alfresco courtyard
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £35
Automatic service charge Yes
Service charge 10
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Main Course Options on Menu
Halal catering Halal options on Menu
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free options on menu

Family Friendly

Children's menu Yes
Baby changing Yes
High chairs Yes

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Drink without food Yes
Takeaway services Yes
Outside catering services Yes
Venue overlooking water Yes
Venue special views Views from the restaurant of the Albert Dock