A pre-gig pint is all part of the experience of going to watch some of the biggest bands, performers and comedians on the scene at Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena. And there is a wide range of pubs and bars within less than a 15 walk of the waterfront venue to cater for all your varying needs.
From CAMRA-award winning pubs and dockside sunset views to sports bars, party atmospheres and cheap pints, we've got you covered in our guide. The locations range from a 12 minute walk away to a one minute stroll to the M&S Bank Arena. Some specialise in beer, others cocktails and there is a range of food options too.
Listed below - in no particular order - are 10 of the best pubs and bars within easy reach of the arena.

9. Oddsocks Bar & Kitchen, Keel Wharf
🍸🍴 Oddsocks Bar & Kitchen is located at Jurys Inn Liverpool very close to the M&S Arena and Wheel of Liverpool. It offers good food, good views of the dock and good cocktails. In a slightly quieter area of the dock, it can be fun to see a typically unexplored part of the iconic area. 👣 It's a one minute walk from the arena. | Google/ The Oddsocks Bar Photo: Google/ The Oddsocks Bar

10. Revolucion De Cuba
🎉 Expect more of a on your feet experience than a sit down quiet drink, Revolucion de Cuba is for fun lovers. It serves Latin-inspired tapas and cocktails. 👣 Only five minutes from the arena. | Revolucion de Cuba/ Google Photo: Revolucion de Cuba/ Google