I'm a little biased when I say that Liverpool is the greatest city on earth, but I don't care so…read moreI'll say it. Liverpool is the greatest city on earth. I've been away from it as a permanent resident for almost 20 years, but whenever I go back I feel like I've never left. If that sounds too much like a cliche then tough I'm not apologising for it. The Victorian streets, the imposing townhouses, the gothic architecture and the lively atmosphere that fills every nook and cranny of this marvellous city I just can't get enough of it when I'm there. As with most large cities there is a generous helping of world cuisines on offer for you to chow down on pretty much 24/7? On my recent visit I wandered up Bold Street. A collection of bohemian shops, restaurants and bars it sits right in the centre of the city. With the bombed out church at the top, don't ask me what it's called because I haven't the faintest idea. And the busy main shopping area at the bottom. In between is where the chaos ensues. Students scurrying around looking for that all important student discount sign in every shop window trying to grab a bargain, businessmen rushing out of the railway station dashing for a cab trying ever so desperately not to spill that rancid over priced Starbucks down their cheap pin striped suits. And then there's the day dreamers. The wanderers who meander from one side of the street or the other, peering through the polished windows of desperate vendors vying for their hard earned cash. Amongst all this delightful madness is a plethora of eating establishments. Italian, Indian, Chinese, Greek, Nepalese, Thai, Mexican and even French. Oh and of course not forgetting the vegans!! Theres even a place for them. I found myself walking into La Parilla. A Mexican restaurant situated on one of the street corners just up from the railway station. An eccentric looking place from the outside with a stereotypical Mexican bandit character playing a guitar in the doorway entertaining passers by and diners alike. As we walked in we where greeted with a friendly smile by a waiter who has asked if we'd booked. We hadn't! I do long for the day when I can walk into a restaurant ask for a table and they ask "have you booked?" And I reply "No don't you know how I am?" But anyway at the moment I'm a nobody so I have to be contented with either being told no and asked to leave or being put wherever they can't for me? Luckily on this night it was the latter. We where seated in the window at the front of the restaurant. The interior was charming if not a little tacky. But I honestly don't mind that. I don't really like restaurants to be prim and proper. I like the eccentric and shambolic style some exhibit. It gives character to a place and provides interesting talking points. Service was speedy our drinks order being taken strait away. Desperado beer and a gin and tonic! The menu is quite extensive and with a lot to choose from it was difficult to make a definitive choice. In the end I ordered a mini chicken filled tortilla wrap with salsa, guacamole and sour cream. It was very nice, presented well and tasted delicious. Not too heavy and not too greasy. The flavours burst through every mouthful. Fresh, vibrant and totally moorish it was a lovely starter. The salsa was freshly homemade none of that jarred Doritos watery puss they call salsa. For the main course I had one of my favourite Mexican dishes, the Chimichanga. It was basically, and I didn't realise at the time a large version of the starter. But this came with a delicious sauce topping and rice that really completes the dish. Crammed into the tortilla was chicken, peppers, onions, and garlic all swimming in a lovely creamy cheese sauce which was silky and smooth like liquid chocolate on a winters night it was divine. The actual size of the tortilla was colossal! But I tackled it with all the gusto I could muster and got through it. Every mouthful a delight, lip smackingly good it was a pleasure to eat. It was a meal well worth the struggle to get through. The waitress came over to see if all was ok. I refrained from firing a distress flat into the air and asking for a stomach pump, everything was splendid I replied. The main meal was over with. I had that feeling of elation and regret all at the same time. I swerved dessert because I was just too full. The bill came swiftly and we paid. But not without finishing those little minty chocolates they give you. There's always room for them. Although I did rather feel like Dawn French trying to cram in that last Brussel sprout! All in all this was a great visit and a great place to eat. It's fun, vibrant, entertaining and the food is incredibly good. I'd definitely recommend it and I shall definitely be returning the next time I am in the city.

Upon entering, we were welcomed by a friendly and attentive staff. The Mexican decor was charming…read moreand surprisingly authentic. The entire establishment was cleaner than any Mexican restaurant I've ever been in (which isn't necessarily a good thing). The food was below mediocre. It's a sad attempt at Tex-Mex. For £12 I expected a bit more than tinned food on top of bland tortilla (not the mention £5 for a modelo). Nothing on my plate tasted fresh, and from looking at the plates of my party, nothing else looked fresh either. The presentation was nice and the kitchen did what it could with the ingredients given. Again, the staff was great, the atmosphere was fantastic, the presentation was on point. The food just didn't taste nice. Mexican food is about freshness. You need to be able to taste where your food is from. Cilantro, peppers, local sourced vegetables and meats are of paramount importance. It wouldn't take much to fix these problems, but it was a shame to leave feeling as dissatisfied as I did.

Oh my goodness. This a little piece of authentic Mexico. From the day of the dead interior to the…read morecommunal tables. Vegan vegan vegan. Just like a Mexican restaurant there are so many vegan options. Perfect value for money and the authentic taste of Mexico. The staff are really nice and helpful. Portions are big enough for two. We got the large vegan tofu fajita. I thought they were piling beef on. Nope. The tofu is amazing. I need the recipe. Try the beer while you're here. Dos Equis. The perfect taste of Mexico. Probably the best lager in the world. I struggled finding this outside of Mexico and los Angeles. Try it you won't be disappointed. We will come back and try the rest of the menu at some point before I head back to the USA. They have various tortilla flavor a too. Spinach, tomato, plain. I can't express enough how good this place is. Try it and let me know if I'm right!

Savina is a Mexican restaurant with a touch of class and is most certainly one of Liverpool's most…read morepremier eateries. This place only opened four years ago but has come on in leaps and bounds and now attracts a very trendy and upmarket crowd who are not afraid to splash their cash. The food and drinks here are exceptional and there is a variety of Mexican beer on offer which I have grown to love as it certainly washes down a hearty meal well. The food is mouth watering and there is so much to choose from that it may take some time for you and your fellow diners to decide. This month they even made a graduate menu to entice finishing students inside and this really sums up the friendliness and care that embodies Savina. Take a look at the website and you will see photos of people enjoying themselves in sombreros and generally having a great time. Savina is fun and classy and most of all tasty.

Moons ago I celebrated a new job at a restaurant in Liverpool with the parental units and the BF. I…read moreknow it was Mexican, I know it was nice, I know it was central, I just couldn't for the life of me remember what it was called. Now I know! And I'm willing to wade in with my tuppence worth of opinion. This is a really excellent Mexican restaurant, and one I'd visit so much more if I could. It's a dimly lit, atmospheric and architectural delight, decorated very prettily and speckled by lovely relaxing background music. It's definitely well laid out. The staff are very accommodating, bending over backwards for requests and treating you with that perfect compromise of friendliness and respect. Plus they have a great sense of humour, or at least the ones we dealt with did. The food's darn good too, mostly an unusual twist on most traditional Mexican dishes and a very sophisticated one at that. A noteworthy point for example is that the chilli, instead of being made with mince, is made with quality steak. Without a doubt one to keep in mind for those meat lovers! There are tons of veggie and fish options too so there's certainly something for everyone. The fajitas in all their forms are really excellent and the drinks, wine and cocktail menus have an equally Mexican flair. Plus the prices are reasonable for central Liverpool, so you won't be out of pocket after indulging here. One of the best Mexicans I've stumbled across for a good while. Do give it a go!

As a fully fledged Manchester resident it's been a few years since I've been out in my home city…read moreand have got to say I really enjoyed all of the new bars I was taken to, but of all of them Maya was the best. This place is situated underneath Lucha Libre and continues the mexican (dia de los muertos) vibe from the restaurant above. Really liked the range of cocktails in this place, the decor was cool and the music was great.... best of all they serve my favourite beer, Pacifico. I'll deffo be going back to Maya and wish they'd open a sister bar in Manchester so that I can stumble back home afterwards. By the way, a lot of the details I've entered for this place (i.e. address, phone) are for Lucha Libre as it's difficult to find information about the bar online.

Great decor, underground gothicky, skulls, deathophilic walls but in a most cool way. Group sitting…read moreareas behind prison bars, nice cocktails, staff average just met the one girl. Went on Sunday, can see this place being pretty cool and packed on weekends!

If there's one thing I love, it's a bloody good Mexican meal. Burritos, enchiladas, fajitas,…read morenacho, chilli, quesadillas - you name it, I love it. So imagine my delight when I discovered this lovely slice of Mexico on Waterloo's South Road. As with many restaurants of its ilk, La Parrilla lays the whole Mexican theme on pretty thick, with various decorations and ornaments adorning the place. The décor of the restaurant only serves as a distraction for the diner until your food arrives, which is absolutely delicious no matter what you have. I have managed to sample many of the different types of dishes available (can you tell I've been here more than once?) and would highly recommend the quesadillas as I am a big fan of their gooey, cheesy texture and tasty fillings. They also do a good few different cocktails which are well worth a try when getting into the Mexican spirit, with a selection big enough for even the manliest man to find something without a pink umbrella sticking out of it.

Excellent Mexican food on South Road…read more You MUST make a reservation - it's extremely popular and once you taste the food you'll understand why. All of the meat, fish etc is top quality and everything tastes delicious from the little dish of marinated olives you are given on arrival to the steak and fajitas. I loved the chili chicken starter. The restaurant is INSANELY clean - you can see into the kitchen and it's spotless as are the restrooms. The staff are super friendly and helpful. It would be a great restaurant for dinner with the family, a hot date or a night out with friends.

I've walked by this place many times and by the look of it, really want it to check it out. The…read moreplace is big, great for birthday parties or get togethers. Also very decorative with music in the background. Finally had a chance to go and the service was good, my time there was very relaxing. However, the food didn't impress me as much as I'd hope for. I guess i was expecting more authentic Mexican food than what it was. Food & drinks were okay but I wasn't wowed. If you're just looking for food with a bit of a Mexican twist, this could be it. But for authentic Mexican food, id keep looking.

This is restaurant is absolutely splendid. Affordable & quality Mexican food with a full bar…read more I have been here twice...it has always been a pleasure. I've tried their vegetarian options: plantain taco, padron pepper quesadilla & mix pepper burritos. Quesadillas and the tacos are a must try! The taste, quality & portion size was absolutely delightful. And I have to mention the hot chocolate with churros... omg it is one of the best I have had since Madrid. Highly recommend .

We went here for a quick bite to eat. The food was great, the drinks were nice, and Tabi was an…read moreamazing server. she was friendly, VERY patient, and had a great personality! Highly recommend!

Okay so I went for breakfast and they were given out free coffee and I asked for soya milk because…read moreI have an intolerance I waited around half an hour for the soya milk, by then the coffee was cold and the soya was out of date so they went back and we waiting about 15 minutes for them to bring fresh soya milk. At this point we where just ready to get up and leave, but then they came and took our breakfast order. The breakfast was okay my friend got eggs Benedict and I got like the vegan breakfast. I will visit there again and see if I have a different experience but I won't have my expectations high.

This is one of my favourite hang outs, especially mid week when they have a quiz on. The food is…read morefreshly prepared and the atmosphere is always fun and laid back. It gets busy at the weekend and is always great fun. They often host bands and other entertainment. Prices are great and if you like craft beers they always have different ones to try from local breweries. Dog friendly.

Loved this place. We arrived just before the evening rush on a Wednesday which most people in the…read morebar were saying was abnormal for a week day. There was only one person working the bar and a lot of orders coming through so we did have to wait a little while for drinks which the nice bar man brought to the table. The kitchen staff noticed we had been waiting sometime for food and our order was still under a mountain f other orders so they kindly brought out the nachos early to keep us going. Staff were friendly, food was great, Monday-Friday deal on £6.50 for a beer and burrito was amazing and despite the slow service due to the rush of customers I didn't mind waiting as the burrito was great.

This is my favourite Tapas restaurant in Liverpool. This place has everything from fantastic value…read moreto great service and a fine selection of cocktails and drinks. They have an extensive range of Latin American Tapas dishes as well as a selection of main courses for those with a bigger appetite They offer five Tapas dishes for £20 at selected times and this is usually enough for two if you get a garlic bread or some nachos on the side. The food always comes quickly, is well presented and tastes great. I would recommend the salmon, prawn and orange salad, the meatballs, the mussels, the lamp parcels and the nachos. All of which are mouth-watering. They have a great post dinner liqueur coffee menu as well as a range of sugar cane rums aged across various years, these slip down a treat! I've eaten here five times now and have been satisfied every time!

Great cocktails and staff. Food isn't amazing…read more They need more space for people who are just going to the bar. Would recommend going here for a casual meal and some drinks.

Lovers of both Yardbird and Motel - and generally huge fans of everything meat - we knew we had to…read morebook in to Death Row Diner on our recent anniversary weekend in Liverpool. Booked in for 8pm on a Saturday night, we headed down the incense scented steps and descended into the darkness of the restaurant. The front of house desk is a slot machine, and we were pointed in the direction of the bar to wait until our table was ready. The drinks menu includes cocktails, hard shakes and floats, beer, wine, and cider. Not wanting to start down the road of a white wine hangover the next day, I opted for a cider. Not having any names I recognised, I went for a Jeramiah Weed - tasting not unlike JD & coke, it was unusually delicious! Our table took about 15/20 minutes to be ready, for which the front of house were eternally apologetic and resulted in a free round of drinks, but this just meant we had some time to take in our surroundings. We're talking neon, bricks, bars, wire, photos of criminals, doors marked with incoherent numbers, and boxes marked in the same way to represent convict's belongings. The menu contains everything you could wish for; wings, ribs, fried lasagne bites (yes please), burgers, fries, and steak. Unfortunately for us, they didn't have the lasagne bites, mac & cheese, or bacon wrapped maple onion rings - but we sure made up for it... Our table contained a whole butter basted poussin, bbq brisket, chorizo fried waffles, wings with both tequila lime & frank's buffalo hot sauces, padron peppers, two portions of fries, and two portions of slaw. Served up in the same aluminium trays as Yardbird, it's a down and dirty style of eating (though knives and forks are obviously provided!) Top items had to be the poussin, with a perfectly crispy skin, and the chorizo fried waffles, with little pieces of chorizo and a spicy chipotle sauce. Padron peppers, which are currently a personal obsession, provided a vegetable on the table, and the slaw was vinegar based rather than mayonnaise, meaning extra greenery that I could get involved with. Wings had a nice spice, though I've come to the conclusion I prefer the sauce based kind, rather than the breaded ones served up. Although the brisket had the perfect texture, there was a bit too much bbq sauce for my personal taste. Desserts included fried oreos, ice cream 'sliders' with brioche, and pecan pie - that's if you have enough room... A great meal with friendly service; hopefully next time we can have room for something sweet!

I'm quite surprised to be the first person to be reviewing this place. It's by the same guy as…read moreYardbird and reviews elsewhere are 5*. I went here for a friend's birthday on my first visit to Liverpool. I'd heard great things about their other restaurants and so had high expectations. I was dubious about a Death Row themed restaurant - I'm not sure the theme sits well with me and I do feel it's in poor taste. However if you have the nerve to go for such an out-there concept then I figure you've got to be good at what you do. DECOR - I wanted MORE from them. There's a photo and document for an inmate for the 80s on one wall, and illustrations of other creepy looking guys on another. We were sat in booths, and there was some wire fence to break up the space. Neon signs adorned the walls along with a few old-style prison phones. But I felt like they should have pushed it further. If you're going to call yourself Death Row Diner I want to be seated in a cell or have some metal bars in the room. COCKTAILS - I ordered the 'No Vaseline' - a Chambord, blueberry and lemon cocktail. It was wonderful. Sadly I spilt most of it, but was enjoying it so much I ordered a new one. The second one was a bit stronger than the other so must have been mixed by somebody nice, but was still good. The £7.50 price seemed reasonable by my London standards. FOOD - They have a good range of options. Whether you want to play it safe with a classic cheeseburger or half chicken, or try something a bit different like brisket or beef burger with shrimp. It also means there should be a price to satisfy everyone. The starters/sides are possibly the most inventive options. I tried the bacon wrapped onion rings (still prefer batter) and the deep fried lasagne bites (amazing). For my main I ordered the chilli burger. Really tasty but I only managed half with all the other bits I'd eaten. The food was served in metal trays. I'm not sure this really worked and seemed at odds with the plastic tray they used on the branding of their menus. Ultimately I was underwhelmed by it all. Had they not chosen this name I probably would've been more impressed by it all. But if you go with a theme you have to take it all the way. Would I go again? Yes. Would I try somewhere else first? Certainly.