Dozens of treasured Liverpool restaurants and bars have closed in the last year, as the cost-of-living crisis continues to impact a wide range of businesses, including popular chains and much loved independents.
Despite being just six weeks into 2025, several popular restaurants in and around Liverpool have already announced their closures this year, including Almost Famous, The Italian Club Fish and Café du Quartier.
The recent closures add to an already extensive list of businesses we lost in 2024, with the likes of Crazy Pedro’s and The Florist saying goodbye to the city - despite appearing to be as popular as ever.
Take a look at the gallery below to see 25 treasured restaurants and bars that have closed their doors in the last 12 months. Want to talk about restaurant, pub, bar or shop closures across Liverpool? Get in touch by emailing [email protected].
17. Dorothy's Diner, Liverpool
Dorothy's Diner opened in the spring of 2024, promising drag, sass and a great time. It sadly closed just months later in August 2024. | Emma Dukes
18. Liu Shi, Liverpool
Liu Shi, at 60 Hope Street, opened in January 2024 and closed its doors in August 2024. The site is set to reopen as the Dog and Collar pub in March. | Liu Shi
19. The Pilgrim, Liverpool
A quaint venue below ground level, The Pilgrim, on Pilgrim Street, opened in the 1980s and was popular with students, known for its ‘old school’ charm, classic juke box consoles and local beer. It closed in the summer of 2024. | Google Street View
20. The Interesting Eating Company, Allerton Road
The Interesting Eating Company was a popular cafe on Allerton Road, serving a range of dishes and drinks, from pancake stacks to milkshakes. The business sadly closed in May 2024 as rising costs caused the business to be 'no longer viable'. | The Interesting Eating Company