We've designed our new Liverpool bar to feel a little bit different to anything else in the city
A popular Manchester bar and restaurant is bringing its celebrated social concept to Liverpool for the first time.
Originally launched in Manchester in 2019, Wilson’s (then Wilson’s Social) became a fixture of the city’s nightlife thanks to its combination of craft beers, inventive cocktails, shareable small plates, and atmosphere.
The bar and restaurant - described as a “Northern Quarter instiution” - was rebranded as Wilson’s under SmartRental Group this summer, and the Liverpool opening marks the first step in bringing the successful Manchester concept beyond its home city.
The new 1,754 sq ft venue will open in the former Holy Garage pizza site on Mount Pleasant on November 27.
Inspired by its namesake, Tony Wilson, legendary music and media figure behind Factory Records and The Haçienda, Wilson’s celebrates music, creativity, and community.
While Tony was famously a Manchester United fan, he had enormous respect for Liverpool’s rich musical history, and Wilson’s Liverpool aims to reflect that spirit with a venue “designed for friends, fun, and memorable nights out”.
Manuel Cordero, Country Manager - Portugal, UK & Greece at SmartRental Group said: “Bringing Wilson’s to Liverpool is incredibly exciting.
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“We’ve designed it to feel fun, welcoming, and just a little bit different to anything else in the city.”
500 free pints of Wilson’s House Draught will be available to the first guests on November 27, from 5.30pm.