This is exactly what we were looking for. It was recommended by our hotel, and was only a short walk away. The food was great English comfort food, the beer was perfect, and the prices were good. It was busy, but not too busy. There was music playing over the radio, but it wasn't too loud to talk. It looked like many of the guests were locals. It was a great English pub experience for travellers. read more

So I went in the evening and it was a little... quiet shall we say, but I would definitely recommend this traditional pub for a lunch and a pint in between all those hectic business deals you're cutting. (So you caught me, I just like the food and I'll be in here all day) They do a Sunday Roast... wait for it... Three Whole courses for £6.95. If that ain't a bargain then I don't know what is! Wednesday is Steak night and I would definitely try it out in here. They have a really pretty outdoor seating area which is decorated with twinkly little fairy lights, it's just a little off-putting that it's next to lots of dead space used as a carpark which is quite common in the surrounding areas. read more

The Railway - Pubs Near Me - Liverpool, XMS

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A comfy old fashioned place, in the Good Beer Guide. Unfortunately they use their TVs to show depressing 24 hours news when there is nothing special on. Has a decent pint of Cain's Bitter. read more

The Railway - Pubs Near Me - Liverpool, XMS

Being stood next to the reticent Lion Tavern meant the Railway got tarred with the same brush before I'd even stepped in. I was expecting a good old-fashioned pub, as silent as an after-hours cemetery for mutes. I was correct on the former. As for the latter, I couldn't have been more wrongerer. The Railway is one of the friendliest pubs I've ever set foot in. Everybody here seemed so deeply content with life in all of its facets I started frantically casting my eyes round the walls, in case the Meaning of Eternal Happiness was nailed up somewhere in a gilded frame. I didn't spot it. What I did see though was an admirable inn of quiet nooks, comfy chairs, elegant arches and walls so white they reflect the daylight pouring through the windows to make the place seem perpetually summery. This interior, combined with the mouth-watering menu and clientele who appear to have achieved Nirvana, make this a pub to revisit until time ends. read more

For those working in Liverpool's business district around the Morrfields and Old Hall St areas, The Railway will probably be on your radar as a classic pub for good beers and great scran, if not well here it is. The Railway underwent a bit of a renovation a couple of years ago and has turned itself into a gastropub but wait, not in any sort of pretentious North London kind of way, just a slightly-cleaner-with-half-decent-food Liverpool sort of way. As you expect the place gets very busy at weekday lunchtimes and most evenings after work especially when the sun is out as even The Railway's very modest beer garden - a few patio tables next to a car park - is a premium outdoor spot in this part of town. At a weekend however it is another story as this whole stretch of road is pretty dormant until monday lunchtime rolls around. read more

The Railway epitomizes what I will miss about the UK. The grub is nothing to write home about, but definitely a cut above what's on offer at most pubs (and a few restaurants) for a similar price. The ale selection is likewise respectable if by no means outstanding. In other words, if the food and drink isn't quite up to Monro or Philharmonic standards, it's also a crack above your standard Wetherspoon. Where the Railway really shines is in its homier- than-home ambiance. The seating area is divided up into several smaller rooms with mellow lighting, it's almost always quiet, and the televisions are easy to avoid if that's not your thing. In fact, I'd go as far as to say that it's the coziest pub in central Liverpool. I wish I could take it with me. read more

An absolutel imposing buiding in a sea of concrete and when you enter it's like stepping back in time. Real time warp but oosing character you can imagine Shipping owners of yesteryear discussing their business whilst buxom wenches served on- sadly there's neither now but the staff are friendly and the service excellent. Good beer, excellent pub grub and nice surroudings where you can sit in comfort and the loos are spotless. Off the night life circuit but ok for lunch and some pleasant outdoor seating at the side away from the traffic. read more

A very good lively pub which is located slap bang in the middle of the commercial district of the city. Particularly popular for well earned Friday afternoon after work drinks - does tend to get very busy though with office workers from about 4pm onwards! Food is served from lunchtimes and there is a good choice of menu and is reasonably priced. Sandwiches are a good choice here! They often have live music acts and there is a outdoor seating area at the side of the pub for all those naughty smokers. Drink prices are fairly average and the staff are friendly. read more

Walked in to find a lovely clean old style pub.I sat at the bar and ordered breakfeast from a pretty red head girl .which i took an instant likeing to. Breakfeast was served with a smile and we chatted for abit.Alot of eye glances were made .but my time for asking local girls on dates was limited.So with a cheeky james bond smirk on my face .i left feeling great.I would highly recommend this gem of a pub. read more

People for me always look for a gem in the rough and this surely is one. Simply; lovely home styled Sunday roast lunch, even on Easter Sunday it's outshines the exuberance of the frat. An easy choice menu, that lives up to what it's meant to be just pub grub done right. In fact done really right. For my choice - Starter; prawn cocktail - lots of it - with a sauce you have to ask for more (I did), Main; roast lamb in garlic and herb crust with all the roast trimmings, gravy that sticks to the palate combining veg flavours in one.... Oh and finally the piece de resistance.. Dessert - fig and pistachio cheesecake bringing me back to Paddy's day green in colour, toasted nuts on top, wow in flavour, simply Yum... All for the great price of £8.97, brilliant value and yes I'm coming back.. The atmosphere by the by has got character with a willingness to take you back to memories that endear one to this gem in the financial district rough of Liverpool.. 5 out of 5.. 6 if I could give it.. But for those food snobs stay away it's not your 'cats in an arse purse' that's priced at £650 for a green 'snot' sorbet... read more

The Railway - Pubs Near Me - Liverpool, XMS

Gosh I've spent many a happy hour here!!! And ideal if you fancy a quick pint after all that city centre shopping!!! Lovely and welcoming, I recommend a visit. read more

Absolutley FABULOUS! We had the 3 course Sunday lunch for £6.95.........how do they do it for that price? It was gorgeous. We were stood outside when someone came past and told us how good it was and we'd already made up our minds to go in and try the food. We would highly recommend it!!!! read more