The Cornmarket — Restaurant in Liverpool

The Cornmarket,

Old Ropery, Liverpool L2 7NT.

Some pubs excel in their beer selection, some in their food, and others in their social atmosphere.

The Cornmarket is one I visited specifically for its food. I was on the hunt for a real ale pie. There was nothing to tempt me in the boring Ale selection so I had some cold yellow fizzy foreign lager.

The weekday only menu is simple and straightforward, which isn't a downside.

The Steak pie, which was both tasty and reasonably priced was a genuine pie, not just a stew with a puff pastry lid. It could have been even better with homemade chips but the fries where OK. The gravy was excellent, and the marrowfat peas were just right.

I'm not sure I'd visit if it weren't for the food, but it's worth stopping by for a look. The pub is historical an has an interest in decor and a small beer hand which is a sun trap. The staff...

Large city centre pub located behind James Street station. Large leather sofas, polished wood and brass make this place look really smart. Motown was playing in the background, but it’s definitely a place to come and have a chat over some drinks over anything else. The bar area isn’t one to sit at, which is a shame as this is always my preference, but on a nice day the beer garden is a nice option. The price was ok for a pint of Guinness (£5.55), and you have the choice of “normal or cold” which isn’t something I’ve been asked for a long time! There is one TV but it wasn’t showing sport, so not a match option if that’s what you’re after. Food is also available but I didn’t have anything so can’t comment. Like with most places in Liverpool, the staff were friendly. There aren’t many “pubs” in this small part of town, so this is a good option to come and have a few...

Proper city centre Liverpool pub, slightly off the beaten track with a real atmosphere including a group of older lads singing loudly humorous songs. A very decent handpull selection of ales with good service and varied comfy seating. My visit was on an extremely busy Saturday afternoon with the mechanical giants strolling about the city centre and the place coped well. Plenty of kids in due to the giants but you never got the feeling that it was a problem to or in the place. Outside beer garden. Didn't try the food. A good pit stop on a tiring day and beats the Philharmonic...