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Best bars on Bold Street and the Ropewalks

Bold Street and the Ropewalks are where Liverpool goes out, from the city's longest-running cafe bar to historic pubs and cocktail bars on Seel Street and Berry Street.

Bold Street and Ropewalks at a glance

BarWhat it isFri and Sat until
Almost Famous
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Burger barNot listed
Behind Closed Doors
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Themed cocktail bar2:30am
Bohemian
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Bar2am
Cafe Tabac
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Cafe bar1am
Chamber Thirty Six
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Restaurant and cocktail barNot listed
Franco Manco
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Pizza restaurant10:30pm
Goldie's Pizza Shop
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Pizza slice shopmidnight
Newington Temple
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Pub1am
The Royal Institution
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Bar2am
VOX Karaoke
Ropewalks and Bold Street
Karaoke cocktail bar3am

Opening times, bookings and seating from Google Maps, checked 7 November. They change, so check with the venue.

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Spin and we'll pick one of the 10 Liverpool bars on this page.

Walk it in one night

The shortest walking order for 5 of these bars, about 8 minutes on foot in total.

  1. Behind Closed Doors
  2. BohemianAbout 2 minutes' walk from Behind Closed Doors
  3. Almost FamousAbout 2 minutes' walk from Bohemian
  4. The Royal InstitutionAbout 2 minutes' walk from Almost Famous
  5. Goldie's Pizza ShopAbout 2 minutes' walk from The Royal Institution
Walking route in Google Maps

Map of best bars on Bold Street and the Ropewalks

Numbers match the bars below. Tap a pin for the name.

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Almost Famous, Liverpool

Almost Famous

Burger bar · Ropewalks and Bold Street · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A loud, fun burger bar on Parr Street in the Ropewalks, with big burgers and a cocktail list to match.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatureScrewball Absolut Raspberry, Blue Curacao, Yuzu, Cream Soda, Bubble Gum Foam

Alcohol-freeScrewball AF

Opening timesTemporarily closed, says Google Maps. Check with the venue.

11-13 Parr St, Liverpool, L1 4JN

Behind Closed Doors, Liverpool

Behind Closed Doors

Themed cocktail bar · Ropewalks and Bold Street · ££

Alcohol-free signature

An adults-only themed cocktail bar on Colquitt Street, with a playful concept and a cocktail list to match. One for a group night out.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signature(You're Hot) Honey Bun Hot honey, pineapple, Lime, Orange, Mango, tequila

Alcohol-free(You're Hot) Honey vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu closed, Fri and Sat 8pm to 2:30am, Sun closed

22 Colquitt St, Liverpool, L1 4DE

Bohemian, Liverpool

Bohemian

Bar · Ropewalks and Bold Street · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A bar on Seel Street, in the middle of the Ropewalks bar district.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatureRaspberry Spritz Castelli Prosecco, Framboise Rasberry liqueur, Soda Water

Alcohol-freeBig Juicy vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 4pm to midnight, Fri and Sat 4pm to 2am, Sun 4pm to midnight

25A Seel St, Liverpool, L1 4AU

Cafe Tabac, Liverpool

Cafe Tabac

Cafe bar · Ropewalks and Bold Street · ££

Alcohol-free signature

Liverpool's longest-running cafe bar, on Bold Street for nearly 50 years, serving breakfast through to cocktails.

Alcohol-freeBold AF (ish) vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon 9am to 10pm, Tue and Wed 9am to 11pm, Thu 9am to midnight, Fri and Sat 9am to 1am, Sun 9am to 10pm

126 Bold Street, Tower Building, Liverpool, L1 4JA

Chamber Thirty Six, Liverpool

Chamber Thirty Six

Restaurant and cocktail bar · Ropewalks and Bold Street · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A restaurant and bar on Berry Street, by Chinatown, known for its theatrical, over-the-top cocktails.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBruce Lee Chini absolut vodka, Lychee juice, lychee liquor, lychee gomme, lime, watermelon gomme

Alcohol-freeBruce Free Chini vegan

45-49 Berry St, Liverpool, L1 9DF

Franco Manco

Pizza restaurant · Ropewalks and Bold Street · £

Alcohol-free signature

The sourdough pizza chain on Bold Street, quick and good value before drinks in the Ropewalks.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMaradona Spritz Curaçao liqueur, prosecco, sparkling water

Alcohol-freeMaradona Lemonade vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon noon to 9pm, Tue to Thu noon to 9:30pm, Fri noon to 10:30pm, Sat 11:30am to 10:30pm, Sun 11:30am to 9:30pm

61 Bold St, Liverpool, L1 4EZ

Goldie's Pizza Shop

Pizza slice shop · Ropewalks and Bold Street · £

Alcohol-free signature

A New York-style pizza slice shop on Colquitt Street from the team behind PINS Social Club.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatureGoldie's Spritz Nitro Infused Draught Cocktail with Vermouth, Campari, Tonic Water

Alcohol-freeGoldie's Spritz AF vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day 11am to midnight

8 Colquitt St, Liverpool, L1 4DE

Newington Temple, Liverpool

Newington Temple

Pub · Ropewalks and Bold Street · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A Victorian pub just off Bold Street, restored to its old look and now run by the team behind Ma Boyle's.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBerry Noir Kraken Black Spiced rum, cherry syrup, Demerara syrup, chocolate bitters, Bitters, lemon

Alcohol-freeCherry Noir vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to 10pm

8 Newington, Liverpool, L1 4ED

The Royal Institution

Bar · Ropewalks and Bold Street · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A bar in the historic Royal Institution building off Seel Street, once a meeting place for Victorian Liverpool, with a reading room to book.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatureRoyal Cosmopolitan Smirnoff, Cointreau, Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime

Alcohol-freeRoyal Cosmocktail vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed and Thu 5pm to 10pm, Fri and Sat noon to 2am, Sun 2pm to 10pm

24 Colquitt St, Liverpool, L1 4DE

VOX Karaoke, Liverpool

VOX Karaoke

Karaoke cocktail bar · Ropewalks and Bold Street · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A karaoke cocktail bar on Berry Street with private rooms to book for a group.

Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatureTropical Sunset Remy Martin VSOP, Cointreau, Pineapple Juice, Housemade Spiced Syrup

Alcohol-freeStrawberry Lemonade vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 4pm to 2am, Fri and Sat 4pm to 3am, Sun 4pm to 2am

27-35 Berry St, Liverpool, L1 9DF

Best bars on Bold Street and the Ropewalks: your questions

What is the best bar on Bold Street?

Cafe Tabac has been on Bold Street for nearly 50 years. Just off it, Newington Temple is a restored Victorian pub and The Royal Institution is a bar in one of the city's historic buildings.

Are they open on Mondays?

Most are. Behind Closed Doors and The Royal Institution are closed on Mondays, going by Google Maps.

Do they do alcohol-free cocktails?

Yes. 10 of these made an alcohol-free signature for Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026, including Screwball AF at Almost Famous, (You're Hot) Honey at Behind Closed Doors and Big Juicy at Bohemian.

Can I walk between them?

Yes. Behind Closed Doors, Bohemian, Almost Famous, The Royal Institution and Goldie's Pizza Shop are about 8 minutes' walk end to end, in that order. The walking route is on this page.

When is the next Liverpool Cocktail Week?

The next Liverpool Cocktail Week runs 21 to 30 May 2027. Signature cocktails start from £6 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.

What a Cocktail Week night looks like

Ten days of friends, signature cocktails and Liverpool's best bars. Here's a taste from our events.

Friends out at Cocktail Week
Cheers to that
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Round up the crew
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Make a night of it
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Sours made for the week
Friends out at Cocktail Week
One wristband, every bar
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Bring the group
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Up on the roof
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Shaken, strained, served

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Liverpool Cocktail Week 2027

One wristband, Liverpool's best bars

The next Liverpool Cocktail Week runs 21 to 30 May 2027. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from £6 in bars across Liverpool, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.

  • A signature cocktail created for the week in every venue taking part, from £6
  • An alcohol-free drink in every venue
  • Extra deals for wristband holders

Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026. The cocktails named are the Liverpool Cocktail Week 2026 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.

Liverpool Cocktail Week21 May to 30 May
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