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10 July 2023

Liverpool bistro enters top 100 UK local restaurants list, plus more top eateries

10 July 2023

The Good Food Guide has revealed its top 100 local British restaurants, featuring one Merseyside eatery, Belzan. Despite not winning the North West title, Belzan was the only restaurant in the area to be included. The bistro, known for its ever-changing menu and relaxed atmosphere, has been recognised in the Michelin Guide and boasts a 4.6-star Google rating. Tallow, based in Royal Tunbridge Wells, was declared the Best Local Restaurant. Regional winners also include Les 2 Garçons in London and Rocket & Rye in Wales. The ranking is based on 37,000 nominations and expert inspections.

Exploring Glasgow's nightlife, this article provides insight into popular dining options and bars frequented by celebrities such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Jon Hamm, Billie Eilish, and Beyoncé. It offers a glimpse into establishments endorsed by these global names, illuminating the city's top-rated recreational spots.

This month, the Best of Glasgow series focuses on honouring the individuals and locations that animate the city. Despite recent trials, local hospitality persists in showing resilience through innovative concepts and dynamic energy. A compilation of the top 50 food and beverage offerings in Glasgow gives insight into local culinary trends, exceptional tastes, and inventive drinks. This serves as an invitation to discover the most fascinating restaurants, bars, and cafes in Glasgow this summer.

The Scottish Restaurant Awards 2023 have acknowledged the finest dining establishments and culinary talent across Scotland. Following public voting, winners were announced in diverse categories at a ceremony in Glasgow. The awards, celebrating Scotland's culinary diversity and excellence, recognised the hard work of chefs and their teams in delivering unbeatable dining experiences. Glasgow restaurants triumphed in seven of the 32 categories. The honours included Spanish, Italian, Lebanese, Vegetarian, Family, Best of Glasgow, and Sushi Restaurant of the Year.

An American wine enthusiast recently reviewed Buckfast Tonic Wine on Reddit. He allowed it to breathe for half an hour before describing its dark, syrupy colour and unusual flavour. Other users shared their experiences, with one user warning that it's not a family dinner drink and some sharing humorous insights. One person provided local context about a region known as 'The Buckfast Triangle'. The vintage, made by monks, has an acquired taste according to the Reddit community. The unusual taste sparked a lively transatlantic conversation.

Resisting a visit to a chicken eatery is undoubtedly a tough task. Liverpool boasts a vast array of such venues, but which one to choose? By incorporating Google reviews and food hygiene ratings from the Food Standards Agency, we've compiled a list of the top chicken spots in the city. Each restaurant requires at least 250 reviews, 3.9 or higher stars on Google, and a five-star health inspection rating. From Spitroast to Popeye's, here are the top chicken spots in Liverpool, listed alphabetically. Note: Highly-rated venues awaiting food hygiene inspections, like Yard & Coop, were not included.

Whether you fancy traditional Spanish tapas or small dishes to share, Liverpool has something for everyone. We've curated a list of the city's best tapas options by blending Google Reviews and hygiene ratings from the Food Standards Agency. Every mentioned venue boasts at least 70 reviews, a minimum of 4.0 stars on Google, and five stars from health inspectors. La Finca and Lunya are amongst the top options. Please note that some highly rated venues awaiting hygiene inspections or their ratings were undisclosed, and therefore, are not included.

Liverpool ranks as one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the UK, according to Nisbets, with a broad array of eateries catering to plant-based diets. A list of top-rated vegetarian and vegan establishments in the city has been compiled using Google reviews and Food Standards Agency hygiene ratings. The selection only includes restaurants with a minimum of 100 reviews and 4.3 stars on Google, alongside a five-star hygiene rating. Some highly rated venues awaiting food hygiene inspections or those without ratings have been excluded.

Japanese cuisine caters to all, with options ranging from hot ramen to fresh sushi, spicy curry, and fried tempura. There are options for both meat-eaters and vegans, in settings from street food stalls to fine dining. Eight top-rated Japanese establishments in Liverpool, with minimum 80 reviews, 4.2 stars on Google, and a five-star hygiene rating, have been listed. High-rated venues awaiting food hygiene inspections or without available ratings were not included.

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