I must admit that Palm Sugar wouldn't normally be the sort of place I would naturally be drawn to…read more(bit too bling compared to my usual tastes) but when I did venture in I was pleasantly surprised. A friend had mentioned that there was an acoustic Live Lounge type session there every Sunday evening so, loving live music as I do, I thought I'd check it out. The bar was pretty busy but my two friends and I were able to bag a section of one of the very comfy booths. I was just about to head to the bar when a very friendly and polite waitress came over to take our drinks order - table service! Nice touch! The cocktail menu is extensive containing traditional ones like your classic Cosmo or Singapore Sling and more unusual offerings, many of them Thai inspired like the Absolut Mandarin based 'Bangkok Nights' or the 'Chaophraya Jungle'. The atmosphere was great and the live music didn't disappoint. There were three live acts, all with differing styles but equally excellent. The music went on from 5pm to gone 7.30 and made for a really chilled out and classy atmosphere. I believe Palm Sugar can get pretty packed on a Friday and Saturday night with DJs playing fairly standard house/party music (which is not really my cup of tea!) but I would certainly head back on a Sunday evening when I think you can better enjoy the excellent service and very pleasant ambience of this place. And brilliant live performances from very talented musicians thrown into the bargain - winner!

Nice decor... not so nice people…read more If wall to wall fake boobies, bright white nails, neon stilettos, shaven heads, aspiring gangsters, Ben Sherman shirts and the like are your sort of thing, by all means, head hither. But if you tend to avoid VIP sections, bodycon dresses and hair extensions in favour of something a little more tatty and real then you might want to heed my warning. I was invited to an event at Palm Sugar, and... well, I had the same problem as I did with 50 Dover Street, Movida and even the dreaded Opus. It's just so... pretentious. I can deal with arty pretentiousness. That's cool. It's sexy. But when every girl in the room aspires to be Jordan and every boy models himself on a head-clubbing caveman, if they love 'slebs and More magazine and Fake Bake, I don't really feel like I'm with my people. Plus, the place is made after a substance that the Western desire for which is destroying the habitat of orang-utans. What more do you need to know? Well, obviously a little because otherwise I wouldn't be putting together this review. The decor is pretty, it can't be denied - far nicer than the ominous outside, which incorporates both judgemental bouncers and one of those women with a clipboard. *Shudder* I've been told it's really pleasant during the day, or on a weeknight, so if you want to drink in the ambient surroundings and quaff some admittedly lovely cocktails in an environment devoid of the wannabe WAGs and hardmen then you should absolutely go for it. Plus in the daytime if it's sunny it's a lovely spot to sit outside and watch the world go by. In conclusion, by all means try it during the quieter times, but unless you can cope with a lot of squealing and loud gruff voices, you might want to avoid the peak hours.

A local bar by local people for local people, Santa's is definitely the next big thing. With a feel…read moreas though somebody put an unbelievably well-stocked bar in your living room, this place knocks spots off the competition. And let me linger a moment on the bar - it holds pretty much every spirit you can think of. Example: I asked for a shot of Frangelico last time I was there (tastes like Nutella in a shot) and they had it. You also don't need to spend all day dithering over the wonderful cocktail menu - simply describe to the barman the kind of drink you want and he'll whip it up in an instant. I foresee one problem though: this place is gonna be so popular there just won't be enough space to let everyone in! I wouldn't be surprised if there are queues at the weekend, and if not, there flipping well should be!! The main bar has already spilled over into a back bar, which is up the stairs on the way to the toilets. The back bar can probably only fit one bartender behind it though, so he'd better be a many-armed Hindu god to be able to deal with the demand for cocktails. I hope this place doesn't expand though, as it is likely to lose some of its charm in the process. An absolutely fantastic bar, with eclectic music (which I think runs off a laptop) - this is one place I could stay all night and not get bored. If it's your first time here, ask for a 'Flaming Lambo' and get ready to be impressed....

Oh man...this place. This place is great. I'm normally a British pub kind of guy, and after one or…read moretwo of those, I decided to stop in here not knowing anything about it, and expecting it to just be a normal bar. It wasn't. The menu is up on the walls, with all of their fancy concoctions. They also have beers and "regular" drinks, but their specialty drinks win out. I had a few of them, and they were all really delicious, creative and well made. Service was very friendly. Prices seemed quite fair for the quality and creativity. Definitely something different on the scene which was truly packed on a Friday evening, so it appears most people do appreciate something different.

Update : We came,…read morethis is a few doors down from the original club. But restored exact as it was before right down to the graffiti, the stage , the bar and the bathroom. At a fiver each entrance , we even heard a good singer playing Beatles in the right , original, way. A pleasure to be with others singing along. As real as it gets!!

Cool spot where beatles played apparently…read more They do charge cover charge even during day. And I believe the beers are a little pricier than local pubs. But it's worthwhile imo even if you are not a Beatles fan (I personally don't like them at all after having to listen to my parents over play them, but still enjoyed the experience). Venue is nice and there's quite a bit of seating. No ale on tap (they did have a pale ale from Liverpool which was decent).

A beautiful theater and of course it sounds great. I came here for a rock concert and really…read moreenjoyed the performance and experience from the 4th row. The interactions we had with the staff were all very pleasant and they were very helpful. It was surprising to me how much food and drink was available here. In addition to the spots in the corridors they also were selling ice cream in front of the stage! Now, if only it had been plant-based, then I would have surely enjoyed a sweet treat at my seat.

Such a cool place with a cool vibe. Seeing the architecture is with the visit. We grabbed pints and…read morejust chilled which this place is very good for. There are lots of rooms to duck into and the men's toilets are very unique. There also seating out front for those nice sunny days.

For those who don't know of its delights, it is easy to walk past Camel Club and miss it. However,…read moreto do so would be a crime, as hidden away up a staircase, this club is an oasis of r 'n' b, hip hop and pop tunes! Camel is a real hit with the student crowd and offers a good selection of cheap bottled drinks that are lapped up by the enthusiastic scholars! There are a few egos on display on the dancefloor, but on a whole the place is a pretty good venue for a fun night out! Based over two levels, the bottom floor is decorated like a Moroccan cave and upstairs is more of a quiet chill-out area for those who want to escape the sweaty dancefloor. The best night has to be Monday, but get there early as it gets VERY busy!

The camel club has a pretty unique interior - themed on a Moroccan building, with white plaster…read morewalls and bronze table tops with Islamic patterning. The music is quite funky, and it makes a good bar to start the night in as it is pretty chilled earlier on and makes a good place for chatting as it is quite atmospheric. Music can be a bit hit and miss on the odd occasion, but I would still say it is well worth a visit.

Dog Friendly which was great, was expecting to have to sit outside but dogs are allowed inside too…read more Great food, order via QR code or at bar if you have allergies. The tapas were all great. We got the duck pancakes, bao buns, and chicken shawarma. Says for sharing, but 1 person can easily finish them, or if sharing you'll need more food.

We enjoyed our visit to Brasco Lounge! Popped in for a late lunch after visiting Albert Dock and…read moreeven though it was busy, there was still plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. I ordered the mezze salad bowl and thought it was super refreshing. Their menu has a ton of options at reasonable prices -- lots of vegetarian options too! Service was good but you order at the bar so there's no table service.

Entering a gay bar as a heterosexual person can be an intimidating experience simply because you…read moreare entering into a world which is outside of your normal evening out. Upon entering G bar any reservations I may have had dissappeared as it was clear that rather than being about sexuality this place was all about an amazing clubbing experience. The drinks may not be cheap in G bar but you get the feeling that these prices help to pay for all the other careful preparation which goes into the set up of the place. From decoration to Djs it is clear that the people behind G bar put alot of time money and effort into what they do and all of this enhances your night out. My only qualms with G bar would be the music which is far too dance orientated for my taste and can be a bit repetitive, however this is just me being picky. On the whole good club and a good night out whenever I have visited.

Though Garlands is right up there in terms of greatness, I would say G-Bar is Liverpool's number 1…read moregay venue. It has become increasingly popular, especially since the closure of some big names in Liverpool's gay town. G-Bar is situated on Eberle Street right opposite Garlands', which leads to a very crowded outside, which somtimes has more atmosphere than inside! . So to the music, Gbar offers a wide variety of music; to suit everyone's musical taste. It is open 5 nights a week and just like Garlands, Gbar welcomes all types of people, although it is advertised as gay friendly, it is very popular with straight people alike. G-Bar plays host to some of the city's best DJ's and without doubt it has become one of the best afterhours club in Liverpool. Some nights are free entry but watch out because popularly nights can cost up to £7!

Remember that scene in Lost in Translation where Bill Murray and Scarlett Johannson are both sat in…read morethe bar of Park Hyatt Tokyo? They're complete strangers but the thing that connects them is they're both feeling homesick and lonesome and stuck listening to a cheesy torch singer? Well, the new Live Lounge at Hard Days Night Hotel totally remind me of that scene. Started earlier this year, Live Lounge takes place every Friday and Saturday night from 5 and 7pm in the Lounge & Bar Area. Aimed at relaxing residents and locals, there's different acoustic musicians each night playing a mix of originals, covers and you guessed it, acoustic Beatles classics! You can order wine, spirits or cocktails - though to really recreate that Lost in Translation feeling, Live Lounge offers reservations for tables of four with nibbles and a bottle of chilled champagne for £40. Whilst it's the kind of night my older relatives would love, I'd personally rather kick back in a cocktail bar or dive bar with a strong drink and The XX on the stereo.

Nine of my friends booked in for The Baltic Social's Punk Afternoon Tea as a celebration of handing…read moreour dissertations in. Don't be fooled by the name as there's not a drop of tea in sight. We were seated at a table with mismatched crockery and furniture that gave off that comfy, shabby-chic feeling that makes you want to curl up with a good book. We were given little pots of salted and sweet popcorn to share as our drink orders were taken. there was one teapot between two with the choices of either a vodka, gin or rum cocktail. Viktoria and I opted for the gin cocktail that was well-balanced and tasted of berry. We were then given gigantic bowls of paprika fries to share that were so full of flavour that we had to warn our friend to not put salt on hers, it would have been way too overwhelming! Then the main event arrived, the humungous, three tiered feast. Each person got a mini burger, a mini hotdog, a mini sandwich and a couple of pretzels and onion rings each. Even though the portions of each item were small, they were incredibly satisfying and filling yet it may partially be down to stuffing our faces with the popcorn and fries beforehand. The top tier of the photo I posted shows the vegetarian option and shows approximately one portion size. Finally, we finished off with a slightly smaller cake stand filled the the brim with delicious puddings. We each got two slices of cake, one chocolate and one lemon, a lolly and a generous helping of other sweets such as Harribos, Maoams and Love Hearts. The cakes were incredible, especially the chocolate one that was slightly crunchy like a brownie. I did ponder at the start of the meal whether there would be enough food to go around but there really was, we ended up leaving some of the sweets and fries! I highly recommend trying this alternative, cooler version of an afternoon tea. It's not only visually stunning and will gives you seriously cool photos to brag to your friends about on Facebook and Instagram, but packs a punch in the taste department. These babies are in high demand so call ahead to reserve your table!

Walked out here for breakfast from the Liver Building area, as we'd seen a post about their…read morebreakfast online. We arrived late on a Saturday morning, suitably refreshed from our breezy walk and it was pretty dead. The staff were friendly and service was efficient and the food was fine (nothing special, but totally acceptable) but the place is FILTHY. Calling yourself a dive bar is all well and good but you do still need to adhere to basic hygiene laws. The table we were sat at was so sticky, I had to put a napkin down to stop my arms from adhering to the surface. The cutlery on the table wasn't the cleanest but it's the toilets that were absolutely heinous - not even just untidy but actually dirty. They didn't look like they'd been cleaned from a heavy night of usage the night before - they smelt terrible, there was debris on the floor, no mirror, no toilet paper and were generally deeply unpleasant. As other reviewers have mentioned, there is a pervading pong of chip fat throughout which lingers on your clothing - major turn-off. I'm really glad I went in there after I ate or I'd have left immediately. I really wanted to like this place (love the idea of their punk afternoon teas and their fake wedding discos) but they need to familarise themselves with some Domestos pronto. For the cleanliness alone, I would not recommend anyone to visit there (unless you're from the local council, do pop in and see for yourself!). If they sort that out, I'd be back in a heartbeat.