The Hare and Hounds is my local It has good food and a friendly atmosphere in very comfortable…read moresurroundings The pub hosts a quiz night and entertainment regularly and now holds a business networking event regularly.

The quiet Masonic is a quiet corner pub that sits down a quiet side street in a quiet area of…read moreGarston. It's not a loud place, is what I'm trying to say. Being situated so out of the way in a residential area means it is almost certainly frequented only by customers from the adjacent houses, like the Rovers Return but without all the unrelenting rubbishness that comes with being in Coronation Street. This works both for and against the Masonic's appeal. In the daytime, with its 'news room' and pleasantly pubby decor, it's a relaxing spot for an afternoon pint. At night, I'd imagine it to be as vividly energetic as the exact centre of the Moon.

South Liverpool's Premiere Cask Ale Pub - with 7 hand pumps and four nights entertainment- a truly…read moretraditional public house, great atmosphere and lots of friendly banter

Happy to Have as My Local…read more Just a short walk from home, this is part of the Wetherspoon's chain, soreasonable prices, reliable food (if a bit predictable) and lots of very reasonably priced lagers. Very friendly - it's definitely a gathering spot for locals. Can be a bit busy later in the evening on Fridays or Saturdays, so come a bit earlier if you want to be guaranteed a table. Friendly wait staff - great service - fun crowd. Highly recommended. Good fish & chips (as to be expected) and a nice chicken tikka. There are food and drink specials daily.

This used to be the notorious Rose&Crown. Now, it is as tranquil as they come and good for families…read moreand work groups

Ahh, the Grapes is your traditional village-esque pub. The clientele are true locals and although…read moreat first looked at us as though we were slightly lost, welcomed us in with open arms. (Well, she smiled when she poured my drink.) It's busy and ringing with chatter, the races on in the background. There is a community vibe about the place. Everyone seems to know each other but are more than happy to involve you in their conversation. One guy told me that he scored a hat trick against Bill Shankly in his hay day and another bloke was telling the newest joke about Rooney and the shocking state of the England team which contained a swear word. He turned to me and apologised 'sorry, love! I used a naughty word', I half expected him to tip a top hat to me and send me back on my way to a place where there is only birdsong and laughter. What a thoughtful man, but it was a funny joke! A proper place for a pint and a chat.

Neither majestic nor momentous, the Woolton Grapes (not to be confused with the Chinatown Grapes or…read morethe Mathew Street Grapes) is a pub that still oozes charm. Everyone here, from the skinhead barmaid to the Meatloaf lookalike to the coven of cackling oldies in the back corner, exudes a gentle insanity that you find it hard to resist. I've been here twice and both times were the epitome of the season they took place in. In winter, with snow blanketing the ground outside, I sat with my feet toasting by the roaring fire, discussing the situation in the Belgian Congo- either that or the new Expendables film. In summer, I sat drinking cider with the sunshine pouring through the window onto me. It's a place you can't help but feel at peace with the world in and I'd go there a lot more if the seasons occurred more regularly.

Friendly. Informative and answered the phone. Showed the football and well priced food and drinksread more

Popped in to watch the football and wasn't disappointed. 2 large screens tv's dotted around to…read morewatch the match. Beers ice cold, glasses sparkling and great burger and pint deal.

Large menu with varied meat,vegan and vegetarian options. Fellow diners had vegan scouse (stew),…read moreHummus w/toast points, salt n pepper fries and I had beet root and feta salad. Nice large portions so everyone could share. Service was friendly and efficient. Outdoor beer garden, dog friendly and free large parking lot. Great place to enjoy a game.

This is one of those locals for all walks of life. When I was last here, the vibe was positive and…read morefilled with excitement, which was perfect for my visiting guest from the US! She was in love with this "pub" setting, yet it was more than she had expected. The interior of the Dovey is a bit jumbled with walls and columns and steps to other areas, but there is so much seating for everyone. Despite all the expansive space available, the interior is very warming and homey: the dark wood filling the space, the original tiled flooring, and the bits of vintage pub decor dotting the nooks. I've visited the Dovey on a few occasions, but I think it gets better with each visit. Definitely recommend this local for anyone residing in Allerton or anyone visiting Penny Lane. Great atmosphere and very inviting! Oh, and dog-friendly!

Mitchelin star chef, all the food is freshly made. Very reasonable prices, must visit for anyone…read moreinto quality food, will even cook to order for anybody with specific needs, food allergies. Great venue for parties special occasions

Great little bistro. Small but impressive menu with locally sourced food. Not a very big place so…read morewould advise booking. Great for a mid-week treat

Went there for Sunday roast - which was nice. Tasty and with loads of veggies!…read more The pub itself is fine - but what we enjoyed the most was the children's play area. It's on the outside and fully fenced, so it provides a nice alternative for kids that find the pub itself boring. The ambience and service were fine - make a reservation, though. It can get busy.

I have never been treated so bad my family and I had just been to Springwood cemetery to put my…read morebrother's ashes in with my mum and dad and decided to go for a drink and was told by a member of staff that we would have to sit outside if we were only having a drink it is the dead of winter and was told to sit outside so we order some food to stay inside in other words we were blackmailed to stay inside there were 15 of us and not one of us was very pleased and we will not return to the pub in the park on Springwood Ave.DISGUSTING!!!!

The Dealers has a grim exterior, like it once stood in some city where everybody was killed by a…read morecloud of toxic gas and, after thirty years left unmanned, it was dragged to Garston by tractors. The yoofs crowded round the door don't help either. Step inside though and you'll find the place to be relatively decent. This is one of those places that goes to show how, provided you don't do anything ridiculous like insult the landlord's mum or wear naught but a mankini, rough pubs are generally quite difficult to find. The comfortable leather seats and dark, wooden furniture make the back seating areas a particularly good spot to sit, sup a pint and remember the war.