Top 10 places to eat and drink during Pride Month in Liverpool

Heading to Liverpool’s Pride Quarter? Here you’ll find a plethora of LGBTQ+ venues along Stanley Street, Victoria Street, Dale Street and Tithebarn Street. Before heading to the bars, make sure you line your stomach for the festivities ahead. A popular food spot is Turtle Bay on Victoria Street, where you can enjoy delicious Caribbean-inspired cuisine and 2-4-1 cocktails to start your Pride celebrations off right. If you’re heading out early, you should try the bottomless brunch, which includes a dish of your choice and unlimited drinks for two hours.

If you prefer a more chilled night with a cocktail or two, then Jenny’s is the best place for you. It may not look much from the outside – especially since the sign outside reads “Jenny’s Seafood Restaurant”, which was its former home – however, once you’re inside, you’ll discover a disco drinking den with some of the best mixologists in Liverpool.

Locals are obsessed with the sweet and sour Lovelace cocktail, which is a tribute to everyone’s favourite 70s star. You can also enjoy a disco in a glass, with the sparkly Absolut Disco cocktails, which actually comes in a disco ball cup!

If you are lucky enough to reserve a seat, you can relax on the red velvet sofas, while sipping on a cocktail and enjoying the chilled vibes. Later on in the night, the mood will pick up, as the resident DJ takes the reins and blasts out the best disco tunes. If you are planning a night at Jenny’s then make sure you make a booking to avoid disappointment, especially during Pride as this will be a prime spot for drinks.

At Ten Streets Social you’ll find great food, drinks, music and a community feel, which is exactly what Pride is all about. This is more than a restaurant or bar, it’s a social, where people of Liverpool can come and enjoy delicious comfort food, including fish and chips or even a Sunday roast.

While you’re tucking into the food, you can enjoy the best live music, and once you’ve finished your plate, you can head to the dancefloor to burn off the food. Ten Streets Social is always hosting events, with everything from yoga classes to craft workshops, so make sure you keep a lookout for any Pride-related events coming up.

If you’re looking to get the Pride celebrations started straight away, head to Jaloux on Victoria Street. Labelled Liverpool’s prettiest venue, it’s the perfect place to start your Pride weekend. Here, you can dance the night away to vibrant music, mingle with fellow Pride-goers, and enjoy delicious cocktails served with a side of glitter and rainbow flair. With live DJs and an energetic vibe, Jaloux sets the stage for an unforgettable Pride experience in Liverpool.

Jaloux also serves up delicious brunch dishes, including the pastry basket to start, chicken and smashed avocado slides, and fruit skewer pancakes. You can wash all those down with Jaloux’s wine spritzers, the frose royale or keep it simple with a beer or prosecco.

If you’re not ready for the Pride celebrations to end, you should definitely head to Mansion, one of Liverpool’s most popular clubs where the party carries on until 6am!

Once inside, you’ll be swept away by the vibrant atmosphere and the infectious energy of the crowd. Get ready to dance the night away to the beats of Liverpool’s most popular DJs who know just how to keep the crowd going until the sun comes up. Keep your eyes peeled for upcoming events, as the Mansion team’s always throwing the best parties in the city.

If you fancy some delicious Indian street food then Bundobust is the place where you’ll find the famous Bundo Chaat and Vada Pav. The creative cocktails and craft beers provide the perfect accompaniment to the celebration, too. With its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to diversity, Bundobust is more than just a restaurant – it’s a hub for community and celebration during Pride Month and beyond.

Last year, Bundobust showed its support for the LGBTQ+ community during Pride by participating in Manchester’s colourful celebrations. In a heartwarming gesture, Bundobust donated £1 to the Manchester Pride Community Fund for every pint of Dhoop sold.

If last year is anything to go by, Albert’s Schloss is the perfect spot to celebrate pride. In 2023, the Bold Street venue hosted a Pride Weekender filled with celebration, love and joy, accompanied by spectacular shows. The festivities began at 4:45pm on the Friday afternoon with Apres-Work performances. Attendees enjoyed special drink offers on spritz, seasonal cocktails, pilsner and bottles of prosecco until 7pm, followed by further Friday frolics until the early hours with Good Luckin’ and Albert’s Haus Band. 

On the Saturday, the iconic Pleasure Palace took the stage from 3:30pm, featuring R&B and Soul vocalist Joe Hazlett, and wrapped up with Sunday Service performances by Soul City Voices before the Testify Industrie Knees-Up brought the weekend to a close. Hopefully everyone will get to enjoy the same again, but maybe even bigger and better this year. Keep your eyes peeled and make sure you secure a table before it’s all booked up.

Another great spot on Bold Street is LEAF, which not only serves up some of the best tea and brunch in Liverpool, but also hosts plenty of events throughout the month, including Circle at Leaf where you can enjoy the best sounds from local DJs every Friday night. 

Keep your eyes peeled for some upcoming Pride events, as well as special offers on the delicious drinks, including the famous tea cocktails. LEAF is open 9am everyday, so you can head out early for Pride and enjoy the delicious brunch menu or if you are heading out later the dinner menu is equally as good. Make sure you book a table during Pride Month, as tables will book up before you know it.

Last year’s Pride celebrations extended to Liverpool’s famous Albert Dock, where revellers enjoyed a lively atmosphere and a diverse range of activities. From vibrant street performances to colourful parades, there was something for everyone to enjoy. 

If you’re heading to Liverpool’s famous docks to join in the Pride celebrations, you should make a pit stop at Lunyalita. This vibrant Spanish restaurant offers delicious, traditional Spanish tapas along with stunning views of the waterfront. Whether you’re in the mood for authentic paella, savoury jamón ibérico, or mouthwatering chorizo cooked in cider, Lunyalita has something for everyone. Pair your meal with a refreshing sangria or a glass of Spanish wine while soaking in the festive atmosphere of Pride celebrations at one of Liverpool’s most iconic locations.

Maray is another great spot where you can celebrate and indulge during Pride Month. At Maray, you can enjoy mouthwatering small plates and signature cocktails, the perfect combination of flavours to complement the vibrant atmosphere of Pride celebrations.

The staff at Maray also love to get involved in the Pride celebrations. Last year, the mixologists at Maray created a special spicy margarita cocktail that was perfect for getting the Liverpool Pride party going. “Fuego Pepino” blended Olmeca tequila with red chilli, cucumber, lime and agave for a drink that packed just the right amount of punch.