Eating out in the city isn't all about fancy tapas, lobster plates and steak dinners. For every smart restaurant, this cultural hotspot has an equally delicious, but more wallet-friendly, option. With everything from fried chicken burgers to low-cost brunches, we've searched far and wide to bring you Liverpool's most affordable restaurants.
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Last updated on 15th April 2025
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Offering a range of deals, such as a two-course lunchtime set menu for a wallet-friendly £11.95, Wildwood is a low-cost haunt worth visiting. On top of that, there's also a crackin' 20% discount on delicious Italian eats for NHS staff, emergency workers and students.
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Who said you have to break the bank to have a tasty meal? Not O'Neill's Liverpool. This much-loved Hanover Street hub is offering a fabulous range of drinks deals, a budget-friendly bottomless brunch and a fantastic selection of burgers to curb those hunger cravings.
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The best 2 for 1 meals in Liverpool? Find vegan plates that are buy one get one free at BrewDog on Mondays. If a low-key date night is on the cards, head to this Manolis Yard hangout for pints and bites such as legendary burgers or wings for a pocket-friendly price any other time of the week too.
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From crispy oysters at Kelp to fried chicken sandwiches at Cahita, Duke Street Market is great for cheap eats in Liverpool city centre. Situated in the city centre, this venue also slings out affordable drinks, including blueberry margaritas for £8.50 and bottles of wine priced at around £20.
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Home of cocktail deals, affordable meals and late-night vibes, Slug and Lettuce is a crowd-pleasing option if you're looking for affordable restaurants. Settle into one of the candy-pink booths and work your way through tostadas, all while quaffing some lip-smacking sips.
One of our top picks when it comes to cheap restaurants in Liverpool ONE, YO! is a fun and family-friendly spot offering something for every palate. From vegan katsu curries and buttery sashimi to signature steaming gyozas, this venue is bound to have a little bit of what you fancy. Out of the city centre? Check out the New Mersey Shopping Park location.
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Just a short distance from Lime Street station, Courtyard Bar and Kitchen is the ideal stop-off for mouthwatering eats. Enjoy the two-course set menu for a wallet-friendly £18, which includes pan-seared seabass and coconut caramel cheesecake with a Biscoff crumb.
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Only a hop, skip and a jump from the football stadium, The Hope & Anchor is one of the best cheap places to eat in Liverpool city centre. Along with wallet-friendly pints and the classics dishes, it also has a crackin' bottomless brunch flaunting free-flowing cocktails, all for £25.
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Searching for early bird restaurant deals in Liverpool? Look no further than plant-based hotspot Down The Hatch. Enjoy two courses of vegan junk food for just £15 every Monday to Friday, between 3 and 5.30pm. To top it off, there are also daily cocktail deals.
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If you're on the hunt for cheap restaurants in Liverpool city centre, The Shipping Forecast is a firm choice. This Slater Street venue offers a range of deals, such as burger Tuesdays alongside 3 for £12 mix 'n' match tapas plates, all to enjoy with some fantastic live music.
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ASK Italian Liverpool blends a vibrant atmosphere with classic Italian flavours in the heart of the city. It boasts modern interiors with floor-to-ceiling windows and wooden furnishings.
Ideal for any occasion, the menu features a delicious array of pizzas, plates of pasta like bolognese and carbonara, and sweet treats all for an affordable price, making it a go-to spot for Italian dining in Liverpool.
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Byron in the Liverpool One shopping complex boasts exposed brick walls, trendy lights, and super comfy seats, creating the perfect chill-out spot to hang with friends and munch on fancy burgers. Choose from the Dirty Byron filled with beef dripping mayo, relish, and pickled red onions, or go for the BBQ Chicken stacked with buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, smoked cheddar cheese, and ranch. Oh, and don't forget the sides—their mac 'n' cheese and hot honey wings are a must-try.
Channelling the spirit of Mexico, Madre is an Albert Dock bolthole that whacks out sharing dishes and mezcal concoctions. Small plates start from as little as £6, though when they taste this good, don't blame us if you wrack up more of a bill than you meant to.
Smoke and Dough is an independent American-Italian restaurant on the terrace of Liverpool ONE, meaning you can after shopping or when just in the city centre. Bottomless meals are only £18 per person Sunday to Friday, covering brisket, wings, mac 'n' cheese and more.
Forget almost, this spot is very famous when it comes to its buns topped with droolworthy bacon mayo. Starting at around £9 for a burger, this Liverpool hotspot is the place to visit for hearty American-style grub. After something on the side? Opt for some mac 'n' cheese balls.
