They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and while many of us often forget to grab a piece of toast before heading to work, or aren't particularly enthused about yet another bowl of cereal, going out for breakfast is a whole other experience.
If you asked me whether I would prefer to go out for breakfast or for tea, it's pretty much guaranteed that I'll opt for the pre-midday option because I will never say no to French toast covered in syrup, or crispy hash browns.
And, I definitely live in the right city as a breakfast lover, because whether you're after a post night out full English or an Instagram-worthy stack of pancakes alongside a mimosa (or three), there is something for everyone in Liverpool.
For those of you who aren't locals - or just fancy trying somewhere new - I have put together a list of my recommendations for breakfast and brunch in the city, from an award-winning North American-style joint to a quirky plant-based cafe.
5. The Brunch & Cocktail Club, Duke Street
The Brunch & Cocktail Club is known for its Instagram-worthy interior and range of delicious breakfast and brunch dishes. Brunch is available all day and features dishes such as a pancake stack, a plant-based breakfast burger and smashed avo on toast. You can add bottomless drinks if you fancy feeling merry and there is also a lovely outdoor area. This restaurant is dog-friendly. | grinchh via Adobe Stock (illustrative purposes only) Photo: grinchh via Adobe Stock (illustrative purposes only)
6. Pippin's Corner, Lark Lane
Pippin's Corner is located on the popular Lark Lane, just a short walk away from Sefton Park. The dog-friendly cafe serves breakfast all day, with options such as Boston pancakes, spicy eggs and a vegan full English. A range of hot drinks are available too, ideal for a walk around the park. | Google Street View Photo: Google Street View
7. Shiraz Palace, Ranelagh Street
Several of our readers named Shiraz Palace as their favourite spot for a cooked breakfast. The Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant serves up a Full English, small Full English, veggie Full English, and a Mediterranean cooked breakfast. So, if you're after a hearty, savoury feast in the morning, this is a great choice. | TripAdvisor Photo: TripAdvisor
8. Moose Coffee, City Centre
Moose Coffee was named the 'best breakfast and coffee' joint in the north at the Deliveroo Awards 2024 - and we can see why. The family-run restaurant has three venues in Liverpool and serves North-American breakfast and brunch dishes, such as pancake stakes and French toast. You can find Moose Coffee on Hope Street, Dale Street and William Jessop Way and each venue is dog friendly - unless it is extremely busy. | Google Street View Photo: Google Street View