The culinary scene in this city is unmatched - from Ropewalks to Allerton Road, we're spoilt with a diverse range of cuisine featuring Michelin-starred eateries and authentic Greek spots. What's more, it's forever expanding with exciting, brand-new venues and we've got the lowdown on the hottest new openings.
If you're keen to be one of the first to try new eateries, then keep up to date with our guide to Liverpool's new restaurants.
Restaurants Opening In Liverpool In 2025
1. The Ivy Asia Liverpool - Open Now
- Location: 31 Castle Street, L2 4TA
- Cuisine: Asian
- Price: £££
The Ivy Asia has officially landed in the city, taking over the stunning Grade-I listed former Bank of England building on Castle Street. Think opulent interiors, striking red hues, vibrant patterns and lavish materials, the perfect backdrop for Instagrammable moments and indulgent nights out.
The menu is a masterclass in Asian-inspired dining. From signature sushi rolls and small plates like gochujang-glazed chicken, crispy duck spring rolls, and pork and kimchi gyozas, to showstopping mains such as robatayaki wagyu beef, Szechuan king prawns, and black cod miso, each dish is designed to wow both the eyes and the palate.
The Ivy Asia Liverpool has come to Castle Street.
2. Brewski - December 2025
- Location: Liverpool ONE
- Cuisine: North American comfort food
- Price: ££
Brewski, the North American comfort food favourite 'where nobody leaves hungry,' is heading to the city’s heart in Liverpool ONE. The new 5,000 sq ft venue on The Terrace, right next to Wagamama, promises both serious indoor space and 80 outdoor covers, perfect for sunny (or not-so-sunny) days.
Known for its indulgent, Instagram-worthy dishes, Brewski has already built a devoted following in Chorlton, Chester, and Sheffield, and now Liverpool can join the club. Expect all the classics you’ve been craving - think loaded fries, towering burgers, and everything in between - delivered with the kind of unapologetic, feel-good flair that keeps fans coming back for more.
The Liverpool restaurant is set to open in the first week of December.
3. Jerk Junction - Open Now
- Location: Liverpool ONE
- Cuisine: Jamaican
- Price: ££
Liverpool’s street food scene just got a serious dose of spice. Jerk Junction has landed on The Terrace at Liverpool ONE, bringing bold Caribbean flavours straight from the island to the city centre. Famous in Manchester and backed by a celebrity following that includes Ian Wright, Kai Fegan, and Loyle Carner, this is one of those openings everyone’s talking about.
Inside, it’s a riot of lime-green interiors, neon accents, and vibrant patterns, with a casual, cafeteria-style layout where you build your meal box step by step. The menu is all about fresh, flavour-packed dishes: classic jerk chicken, hearty mains with protein and carb combos topped with 'flava,' wings, and loaded fries for those who want to go all out.
This is the fourth Jerk Junction in the UK.
4. Salon Madre - November 2025
- Location: Liverpool ONE
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Price: ££
Salon Madre, the new sister venue from the team behind Madre and Belzan, is bringing a Mexican twist to Hanover Street with a 4,400 sq ft bar, taqueria, and tequila-fuelled fun.
Expect frozen, classic, and flavoured margaritas flowing alongside Mexican street eats, three pool tables, three dart boards, and private spaces for parties or rowdy nights out. With Lucha Libre on the big screen, live sport streaming, and a buzzing late-night atmosphere, it’s designed for everything from date nights to celebrations with mates.
It's time for tacos and tequila.
5. Rise - Open Now, With Another Set For 2026
- Location: Unit 1, Horton House, Exchange Passage West, Liverpool, L2 3QT
- Cuisine: brunch
- Price: ££
Rising star of the UK brunch scene, Rise, has opened its first Liverpool café in the bustling Exchange Flags. Known for its vibrant pastel interiors and Instagram-famous dishes like pink raspberry French toast and cinnamon roll lattes, it's quickly become a favourite in Preston and York since launching in 2019.
The new Liverpool venue, located in the former Phillpotts sandwich shop unit, promises a fresh, walk-in only experience that blends community spirit, including a popular Sunday running club and dog-friendly atmosphere. Founded by Leigh Norton and Jack Swire, Rise’s rapid expansion now includes four locations with a fifth on the horizon for 2026.
Look forward to delicious smoothies, pancakes and more.
6. Sin City Social - Open Now
- Location: 350 Smithdown Road, Liverpool, L15 5AN
- Cuisine: American, burgers
- Price: £
The team behind Liverpool’s popular chicken chain, Spitroast, has launched a new burger bar called Sin City Social on Smithdown Road, promising high-end burgers, cool cocktails, and live music.
Founder Adam Lunt has described the space as 'dark, moody, and having an East Coast New York industrial vibe' - perfect for cocktails by night and burgers by day. It's also delightfully affordable too, with an average bill under £20 per person. Count us in.
Instagram-worthy burgers have hit Liverpool.
7. Chico Brazil - Open Now
- Location: Seel Street, Liverpool, L1 4AF
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Price: ££
Chico Brazil, a stylish new Brazilian bar and grill, has opened on Seel Street. The venue - formerly Root Coffee - has been transformed with chic décor including chandeliers, woven ceiling panels, an illuminated bar, and cream leather seating, with a warm wooden finish tying it all together.
This is the second project from the team behind Bold Street’s Forgo, offering a similar concept where chefs bring bottomless meat straight to your table. The restaurant seats around 130 to 140 guests on the ground floor, with a new mezzanine serving as a private function space. Food-wise, you can expect all-you-can-eat prime cuts, ribs, BBQ chicken, plus seafood options like salmon and king prawns, alongside vegetarian and vegan dishes.
The interiors are pretty, featuring wooden accents and floor-to-ceiling windows.
8. Derek's - Summer 2025
- Location: Lark Lane, Liverpool
- Cuisine: sandwiches
- Price: £
Derek’s, the legendary New York deli-inspired sandwich joint, is expanding once again with a new site opening soon on Lark Lane. The exciting news was shared on social media through a hilarious video featuring a fisherman in a Derek’s tracksuit reeling in one of their iconic sandwiches - complete with signature toppings as bait.
Since founders Ethan Woodroofe and Adam Taylor launched the first Derek’s in Crosby back in 2021, the brand has grown rapidly, becoming one of Liverpool’s most cherished independent eateries. Derek’s even teamed up with global clothing giant UNIQLO for their Liverpool store opening earlier this year. You can expect more of the famous fillings, such as The Grinder (salami, prosciutto, chicken, emmental, tomato, tapenade, Grinder slaw and honey) and Gabagool Sandwich (prosciutto, cappicola, salami, mozzarella, tomato, basil, rocket, pesto and balsamic glaze).
Derek's sandwiches have become a cult favourite in Liverpool.
9. El Gato Negro - Open Now
- Location: 36 Castle Street, Liverpool, L2 0NR
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Price: ££
Popular Spanish restaurant El Gato Negro announced that it was leaving its Exchange Flags site earlier this year, and now fans can rejoice, as they've confirmed that their new location will be on Castle Street. This building once housed Viva Brazil, which closed at the beginning of 2025.
Chef patron Simon Shaw has earned Michelin recognition and AA Rosettes over the years, with a menu that features the likes of aged Manchego, charcuterie boards and hispi cabbage. The new space will be totally transformed to fit the style of El Gato Negro, though you can expect the same delicious tapas from their original site that we all know and love.
Expect tasty tapas at El Gato Negro.
10. The Italian Club Fish - Open Now
- Location: 46 Duke Street, Liverpool, L1 5AS
- Cuisine: seafood
- Price: £
Bold Street destination The Italian Club Fish sadly closed its doors at the start of 2025, but they have recently launched their new stall as of early March. This can be found at Duke Street Food and Drink Market, simply known as Club Fish.
The seafood restaurant has been around since 2009, bringing its customers only the highest quality dishes. The original restaurant served the likes of spaghetti alle vongole, whole grilled lobster or nduja prawn pasta, so you can expect plenty of tasty treats on their new menu too.
Expect Italian goods at this new food stall.
11. Ninello's - Open Now
- Location: 13-15 Duke Street, Liverpool, L1 5AP
- Cuisine: Italian
- Price: ££
Having recently opened on Duke Street, Ninello's is an Italian fine dining restaurant that promises a culinary adventure in an intimate atmosphere. The owners are committed to providing a sophisticated feel, from the crisp white tablecloths to the plush blue velvet booths and natural brick walls.
They're serving a daily breakfast of fresh Italian pastries, as well as a more traditional English menu. Main plates include delicious pizzas, pastas and more - and there's even a five-course set menu that offers the very best of their cuisine. You can also add on wine pairings for the ultimate meal out.
Sample Italian fine dining at Ninello's on Duke Street.
12. Hume - Open Now
- Location: 16 Gradwell Street, Liverpool L1 4JH
- Cuisine: sustainable, plant-based
- Price: ££
There's a brand new spot on Gradwell Street: Hume. This sustainable restaurant is all about healthy eating and doing good for the planet - a tribute from owner Allan Eves to his late mother. His philosophy is all about ingredients that do good for the body while having a minimal impact on the planet, with sustainable alcohol and coffee on the menu too.
Their food offerings include Thai red curry with sticky wild rice, king oyster mushroom burgers and the ultimate beans on toast, with both breakfast and lunch available. They're also working to promote healthier living across the city, by reaching out to schools, universities, councils and the NHS, as well as private organisations.
Hume is all about sustainability and healthy eating.
13. Herd - Open Now
- Location: 358 Smithdown Road, Liverpool, L15 5AN
- Cuisine: steak
- Price: ££
The team behind Cowshed have opened a second steakhouse named herd., which began serving customers in August. After much anticipation over the location of their site, they revealed that this would be on Smithdown Road, in an intimate space filled with leather booth seating and warm lighting.
Their menu features 28 day-aged, grass-fed steaks sourced from the UK and Ireland, alongside a wide range of burgers. They offer a few meat-free options too, including a maple roasted cauliflower, and don't miss out on the Biscoff pudding afterwards.
Meat lovers are already flocking to the brand new herd.
14. Dishoom's Permit Room - Opening Date TBC
- Location: Exchange Court, 1 Dale
Street, Liverpool L2 2PP
- Cuisine: Indian
- Price: ££
One of the UK's most beloved Indian restaurants, the London-born Dishoom is making plans to open its first Liverpool site. Though the exact date is yet to be confirmed, this is set to be one of their popular Permit Room concepts, featuring great tunes on vinyl while you dine on authentic Indian food on an all-day menu.
Their existing Permit Room menus feature the likes of chicken tandoori, mattar paneer and crispy spinach chaat, so you can expect similar items here. As for the venue itself, they're promising a 'richly detailed historic interior', in a grand building that features stunning architecture. Plus, there'll be regular entertainment here too.
Sample mouthwatering Indian fare at Dishoom.
15. Pilgrim - Opening 2025
- Location: 121 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18 2DD
- Cuisine: modern European
- Price: £££
After a four-year hiatus, My Million Pound Menu winner Jamie Duffield's restaurant Pilgrim will be returning to Liverpool, laying down its roots on Allerton Road. The Bib Gourmand-winning, 24-cover space will feature an open kitchen, terrace and small green area where shrubs and herbs will be grown and used in cooking.
Inspired by the Camino de Santiago (which runs through Spain, Portugal and France), the menu will be overseen by chef Jack Williams and include the likes of butterflied mackerel with guindilla sauce, alongside heritage potatoes, caramelised onions and Serra de Estrela cheese, followed by fig leaf ice cream.
One of the best new restaurants Liverpool has to offer, Pilgrim is making a comeback.
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