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Top 10 budget restaurants, bars and cafes in Liverpool
"This Welsh doughnut shop in the Northern Quarter offers melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts made on-site by Blawd bakery including inventive flavours such as apple crumble, maple pecan glaze, cherry bakewell and strawberries and cream. For National Doughnut Week there are rhubarb, vanilla and raspberry fills all week long, or try their mango lassi edition – a special collaboration with indian street food specialists Bundobust. This unique cardamom doughnut sandwich with an Alphonso mango cream is glazed and topped with candied fennel seeds, and all proceeds go to The Children’s Trust."
"Serving up coffee, doughnuts and more, Siop Shop has made the decision to offer a collection of outdoor tables for walk-ins only on a first-come-first-served basis from this week, so you can find menus, opening times and more information on the website here."
"Supplying freshly baked goods to the most popular eateries in the city as well as operating a charming café of their own, Wild Loaf are among our favourite bakeries in Liverpool. Not only do they have a reputation for making top-notch sourdough bread but their uniquely flavoured doughnuts bring in crowds from far and wide. Try anything from Cheesecake filled doughnut, freshly baked cinnamon rings and the refreshing yet flavoursome Lemon and pecan creations."
"A post shared by The Wild Loaf (@the_wild_loaf) on Feb 13, 2019 at 3:02am PST. Tucked away just off Hardman Street, The Wild Loaf micro-bakery is a real hidden gem of Liverpool. Their doughnuts are mini marvels filled with heavenly flavour combination and our favourites are topped with delicious fresh fruit and cream."
"This mico-bakery specialises in naturally leavened organic sourdough breads, extravagant doughnuts and beautiful sandwiches. They are currently only operating an online delivery service which you can find out more about on their website. View this post on Instagram"
"My Cookie Dough has a seriously committed following, judging by the crowds at its Manchester Arndale stall (it recently opened another at the Trafford Centre too). Big dollops of dough are baked until warm and crispy, but still soft enough to dip into with a spoon, then loaded with various sauces and toppings. Indulgent flavours include red velvet and Nutella, white chocolate and raspberry, Oreo, fudge and honeycomb, Biscoff, and coconut chocolate."
"Taking the humble traybake to new heights, My Cookie Dough is among the best dessert shops in Manchester. Their Slutty Brownie stacks are a mouthwatering mess of chocolate brownie, crushed Oreos and their house cookie mix, served up as chunky slabs and coated in a hefty drizzle of Nutella. With locations at both the Trafford Centre and the Arndale, you won't have to travel far to get your hands on these bad boys."
"🍰 Seriously gooey hot cookie dough, with tons of topping options to choose from including Nutella, Biscoff, Red Velvet, Kinder and even Strawberry Cheesecake."
"Lupo Caffè Italiano, located at the Boat Shed, Exchange Quay, serves award-winning Italian coffee. Italian-flavours continue to run through its daily-changing menu which has previous included crostatina with nutella, stuffed peppers and pistachio, and white chocolate muffins. The cafe also makes Italian birthday cakes with custom designs."
"Pepper Cat Sports is home to 14 flatscreen, LED TVs with multiple feeds so everyone can get the best view of more than one game at the same time, perfect for the Euros. The sports bar offers an American-themed menu with PCS chicken wings taking centre stage. The venue has an incredibly popular £10 Wings Wednesday deal, allowing guests to chow down on unlimited wings including Salt & Pepper, Buffalo hot sauce and BBQ glaze whilst they watch the match."
"Although Slim’s is a relative newcomer on the scene, the American-diner inspired restaurant brings more than just a touch of class to the term ‘diner’!. From rainbow pancake stacks on their breakfast and brunch menu to amazing burgers and fries. But, the showstoppers at Slim’s are their sharing trays."
"If you’re looking for American-diner inspired surroundings with more than just a touch of class then Slim’s have got you covered. From rainbow pancake stacks on their breakfast and brunch menu to amazing burgers, fries and sharing trays, Slim’s won’t disappoint."
"You'll need to have a browse of this menu online before your booking at NYL, because everything sounds so damn good, you could be hours trying to decide what to order. Bottomless bevs include prosecco, Coronas and three different types of G&Ts, while brunch dishes range from Sweet Potato Eggs Benedict, a mouthwatering Fry Up (or Anti-Fry Up for vegans), Crispy Chicken Wings, Cured Gammon and Emmental Cheese Toastie and Breakfast Pizza (tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushroom, chorizo, spinach and egg, or a veggie option with onion and tomato). Pretty sure they could hear our tummies rumbling from space."
"NYL is based on the ground floor of Aloft Liverpool and is famous for its gin offering Book a booth here and raise a glass to 2020!"
"CAN Waterloo the plastic free vegan bar and restaurant in North Liverpool is a great spot for vegan pie and mash as well as sushi, sandwiches and daily specials, with all ingredients sourced from local suppliers. This lovely little spot is just a ten minute walk from Crosby beach and has a great atmosphere. Read about our visit to CAN Waterloo"
"Nu Spa Manchester in the heart of the city centre welcomes you to a haven of peace and tranquillity, a sensory retreat in which to unwind and begin the journey towards total wellbeing. Enjoy full use of the fitness suite, heated pool, sauna and steam room. Prices start from £95 to £179"