Date spot in Liverpool

The Art School

Book Paul Askew's modern British cooking in the airy dining room of a converted Victorian building behind Hope Street.

Sugnall Street, Georgian Quarter

Address: The Art School, 1 Sugnall Street, Liverpool L7 7EB

Why it's a good date: A spacious, stylish room, a strong wine list and polished service make it one of the city's big occasion restaurants. Pair it with a show at the Philharmonic or the Everyman.

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  • Vetch

    Hope Street, Georgian Quarter

    Address: Vetch, 29a Hope Street, Liverpool L1 9BQ

    Book the tasting menu at Vetch, a small Hope Street restaurant mixing modern British cooking with East Asian flavours.

    Why it's a good date: A calm, pared-back room where the cooking does the talking, listed in the Michelin Guide. Book ahead, and walk between the two cathedrals afterwards.

  • NORD

    Old Hall Street, Commercial District

    Address: NORD, The Plaza, 100 Old Hall Street, Liverpool L3 9QJ

    Book dinner at NORD, where a Liverpool-born chef trained in Stockholm cooks Scandi-inspired food from local suppliers.

    Why it's a good date: A big, modern room with cosy booths, good for a long dinner just back from the waterfront. Listed in the Michelin Guide. Book ahead at weekends.

  • Hawksmoor Liverpool

    Brunswick Street, Commercial District

    Address: Hawksmoor, India Buildings, 8 Brunswick Street, Liverpool L2 0PL

    Dress up for steak and cocktails in Hawksmoor's grand dining room inside India Buildings.

    Why it's a good date: High ceilings and a proper sense of occasion in one of the city's great old office buildings. Start with a drink at the bar. Book ahead.

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