Bars & Nightlife in Southport
Pubs, bars and nightlife in Southport
Southport's nightlife is mostly concentrated around Neville Street and the town centre, it's a proper night-out town when it gets going. Sinclairs is one of the long-standing locals' favourites. Thatch and Thistle is popular too, particularly earlier in the evening.
Lord Street has a good run of bars and restaurants that work well for a lower-key evening, cocktails and food rather than clubs. If you want to keep going later, the town centre has options.
Worth knowing: weekend nights in Southport get properly busy in summer. If you're visiting in peak season and want somewhere specific, arrive early or book where you can.
Editor's Pick · Ormskirk, Southport
Hurlston Hall Estate
Club with a restaurant, gym & spa, plus pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room & fitness studio.
Bistrot Verite
Birkdale, Southport
A laid-back French restaurant with wood-panelled walls and daily specials on chalkboards.
Barrique Wine Bar, Cafe & Deli
Birkdale, Southport
If you're knocking about Birkdale Village and fancy a decent glass of wine, Barrique is your best bet.
Harry's Rooftop Bar & Terrace
Southport
Right, so Harry's Rooftop Bar & Terrace, yeah?
The Hesketh Arms
Southport
Traditional 18th-century chain pub serving hearty seasonal dishes and cask ales, with a beer garden.
Miller & Carter Ainsdale
Ainsdale, Southport
Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds.
The Legh Arms
Southport
Alright, so you're looking for a decent pub in town?
Toby Carvery Ormskirk
Ormskirk, Southport
Family friendly, all-you-can-eat carvery with a la carte pub grub, a kids' menu and a beer garden.
The Richmond
Scarisbrick, Southport
The Richmond is a solid option if you're up near Scarisbrick.
Fylde Fish Bar Marshside
Marshside, Southport
Classic fish 'n' chip restaurant and takeaway, with an easygoing vibe and local ingredients.
Bold Arms
Southport
Floral, whitewashed pub offering ales, sport on TV and deals on its child-friendly pub-grub menus.
The Imperial
Southport
The Imperial is a solid shout if you're after a proper pub in the town centre.
The Lakeside (on tour)
Southport
The Lakeside, right on Southport's beach, is a solid shout if you're after somewhere with a bit of atmosphere.
The Lakeside Inn
Southport
Right, so The Lakeside Inn...
Ocean Plaza Brewers Fayre
Southport
Laid-back family pub/restaurant chain serving classic dishes & international favourites.
Bistro Pierre
Southport
French-inspired bistro in Southport Market.
Bistrot Pierre - Southport
Southport
Informal all-day bistro serving classic & seasonal French dishes, plus coffee & cocktails.
Market Bar
Southport
If you're after a decent pint in the town centre, Market Bar at Southport Market is a solid shout.
The Office Bar & Restaurant
Southport
A bistro-inspired menu with seasonal fare & cocktails in a modern setting with patio seating.
The Vincent Hotel
Southport
High-end hotel with a sleek bar and sushi restaurant, plus a gym and spa.
The Guest House
Southport
If you're knocking about town and need a place that's a solid all-rounder, The Guest House is a decent shout.
The Kicking Donkey
Ormskirk, Southport
Alright, so you're thinking of heading out for a pint?
Morris Dancers Beefeater
Ormskirk, Southport
Pub-style chain serving up a menu of grilled meats and international favourites such as fajitas.
Cheshire Lines Inn
Southport
If you're after a proper, no-frills pub in the town centre, you could do a lot worse than the Cheshire Lines Inn.
Tipple Bar
Ainsdale, Southport
If you're knocking about Ainsdale and fancy a drink, Tipple Bar is a solid shout.
The Saracens Head
Ormskirk, Southport
Pub-restaurant with a stripped wood floor, chandeliers and seasonal menu featuring regional produce.
Dolce Vita
Ainsdale, Southport
If you're after a reliably good Italian in Ainsdale, Dolce Vita is where it's at.
The Mount Pleasant
Southport
Right, so you're after a decent pint in town without breaking the bank?
The Thatch and Thistle
Southport
If you're after a decent pint in town, The Thatch and Thistle on Scarisbrick Avenue is a solid bet.
Riverside Holiday Park
Banks, Southport
Riverside Holiday Park is a decent option if you're staying out Banks way and fancy somewhere with a bit of outdoor space.
Crete Greek Taverna
Southport
Bright, modern restaurant with a decked terrace, serving traditional Greek and Cretan dishes.
Kasturi Restaurant Southport
Southport
Simple Indian eatery specialising in tandoori and classic Mughal dishes, served in modern surrounds.
The Dolphin
Scarisbrick, Southport
Veteran spot for fish 'n' chips, pies and fast food at takeaway counter, plus indoor/outdoor seats.
The Crown
Birkdale, Southport
If you're knocking about Birkdale Village and fancy a pint, The Crown is a solid shout.
Gusto Trattoria
Southport
Modern dining room with large windows, serving old and new Italian dishes, plus international wines.
Corridor Bar & Eatery
Southport
If you're knocking about on Lord Street and fancy a decent cocktail, Corridor Bar is worth a look.
Cafe Bar N'ista
Birkdale, Southport
If you're kicking about Birkdale Village and fancy a bite, Cafe Bar N'ista is a solid shout.
Heatons Bridge Inn
Ormskirk, Southport
Right, Heatons Bridge Inn...
The Hoghton Arms
Southport
Looking for a decent pint in town?
The Ship & Anchor
Southport
The Ship & Anchor is a proper town-centre boozer on Cable Street.
TWELVE FUSION KITCHEN SOUTHPORT
Southport
If you're looking for a late-night spot in town, Twelve Fusion Kitchen is a solid option.
Coast Birkdale
Birkdale, Southport
Independent restaurant in Birkdale Village with a menu focused on fresh, locally sourced food. Popular with locals for dinner — worth booking at weekends.
Lings On Kings
Southport
2-floor, 2-bar Beijing-style banquet restaurant with impromptu performances by hostess, Ling Lam.
Arthur’s Pub & Rooms Churchtown
Southport
Alright, so you're thinking of heading to Arthur's in Churchtown?
The Avenue Bar
Scarisbrick, Southport
Alright, so The Avenue Bar out in Scarisbrick, yeah?
Coopers Bar
Southport
Looking for a proper bar in town?
The Metro Hotel
Southport
Polished venue offering modern rooms, plus a convivial bar with outdoor seating.
RA Bar
Southport
Alright, so if you're knocking about Lord Street and fancy a decent drink, RA Bar is worth a shout.
Sacrebleu Bar & Coffee Lounge
Southport
If you're after a decent pint in town without breaking the bank, Sacrebleu is a solid bet.
Zetland Hotel
Southport
If you're after a decent pint in town, The Zetland's a solid bet.
Mere Brow Village Hall
Southport
Alright, so you're looking for a decent pint near the town centre?
Chop House
Scarisbrick, Southport
Alright, so you're looking for a late one?
The Beer Den
Southport
If you're after a no-frills place for a pint in town, The Beer Den is worth a look.
The Marsh Harrier
Marshside, Southport
Alright, if you're out near Marshside and fancy a pint, The Marsh Harrier is a solid shout.
Esperantos Bistro
Ainsdale, Southport
If you're after a solid bistro in Ainsdale, Esperantos is worth a look.
Birkers Bar & Grill
Birkdale, Southport
Looking for somewhere decent to grab a bite in Birkdale?
Ralph's Wife's Coffee and Bar
Banks, Southport
Right, so Ralph's Wife's Coffee and Bar.
Spice of bengal
Ainsdale, Southport
Spice of Bengal in Ainsdale is my go-to for a decent curry.
The Pines Bar
Southport
Alright, if you're after a proper local bar in Southport town centre, The Pines is a good shout.
The NEW Southport Tavern
Southport
If you're after a proper, no-frills pub in the centre of Southport, The NEW Southport Tavern's a solid shout.
Word of Mouth Wine Bar Southport
Southport
If you're after a decent, budget-friendly wine in Southport town centre, Word of Mouth is your place.
The Sandgrounder
Southport
Southport gastropub — local ales, small plates, Sunday roasts.
Fox & Goose PUB & Game Center
Southport
Right, so you're after a late one?
Rainbow 2000
Birkdale, Southport
If you're after a decent Chinese in Birkdale that won't break the bank, Rainbow 2000 is a solid shout.
Emily's Sandwich Bar
Southport
Right, if you're after a proper good sandwich in town, you can't go wrong with Emily's.
The Golden Monkey
Ainsdale, Southport
If you're knocking about Ainsdale and fancy a pint, The Golden Monkey's a solid shout.
Carlton
Southport
If you're wandering down Lord Street and fancy a proper pint, Carlton's your place.
Limoncello
Birkdale, Southport
Popular Italian restaurant in Birkdale Village — consistently good food, worth booking at weekends.
County Fish Bar
Ormskirk, Southport
Right, so you're after decent, no-frills fish and chips near Southport?
Kokomo Coffee & Wine Bar
Southport
If you're after a relaxed drink in town, Kokomo is a solid shout.
Coronation
Southport
Right, so you're after a cheap pint in town?
Maverick's Bar Southport
Southport
If you're after somewhere lively on Lord Street, Maverick's is usually a safe bet.
The Blue Anchor
Southport
Alright, if you're after a proper, no-frills pub in Southport town centre, give The Blue Anchor a look.
Milkie Bar
Ormskirk, Southport
Alright, so if you're up near Ormskirk Road and fancy a drink, you could do worse than Milkie Bar.
Pebbles Bar and Taverna
Ainsdale, Southport
If you're looking for a decent bite in Ainsdale, and fancy something a bit different from the usual pub grub, give Pebbles Bar and Tavern…
Marine lake Southport
Southport
Right, Marine Lake.
Purely Slice
Birkdale, Southport
Right, so Purely Slice in Birkdale is your spot if you're after a good pizza.
Graysons
Ainsdale, Southport
If you find yourself up in Ainsdale and fancy a proper breakfast or lunch, Graysons on Station Road is a solid shout.
The Settle Inn
Southport
If you're knocking about town and need a proper pub, The Settle Inn on Botanic Road is a decent shout.
Bargain Express
Banks, Southport
If you're up Banks way and need a quick, cheap bite, Bargain Express is a solid shout.
Sgt Peppers Pizzeria
Birkdale, Southport
If you're after a decent pizza in Birkdale Village, Sgt Peppers is a solid shout.
Taylors Continental Beer and Wine Bar
Birkdale, Southport
If you're knocking about Birkdale Village and fancy a proper drink, Taylors is a solid shout.
Skies Lounge
Southport
Right, so Skies Lounge on Lord Street – I've been a few times.
The Deli Bar
Birkdale, Southport
If you're after a decent sandwich in Birkdale, The Deli Bar is worth a shout.
Concept Food Bar
Scarisbrick, Southport
Alright, so Concept Food Bar out in Scarisbrick is the spot if you're after something a bit different for your tea.
Sandon Crown
Southport
If you're after a proper, no-frills local boozer in Southport town centre, you could do a lot worse than the Sandon Crown.
Lucky Garden Fish & Chips Chinese Takeaway
Birkdale, Southport
If you're in Birkdale and fancy a Chinese takeaway, Lucky Garden is a solid bet.
The Rabbit Inn
Southport
The Rabbit Inn on Seabank Road is a proper boozer, plain and simple.
COVE
Birkdale, Southport
If you're knocking about Birkdale Village and fancy a bite, COVE is a solid shout.
Tilley's Sandwich Shop
Birkdale, Southport
Right, so if you're nipping about in Birkdale and need a decent sandwich, Tilley's is the shout.
In Den Engel
Ainsdale, Southport
Alright, if you're heading up to Ainsdale and fancy a proper pint, give In Den Engel a go.
Deli Mio
Ainsdale, Southport
Fancy a proper panini?
Riverside Bar & Family Room
Banks, Southport
Right, so Riverside Bar's in Banks, which is technically Southport, Merseyside, but feels a bit like you're heading out into the sticks.
Sinclair's Bar
Southport
Sinclair's is a solid choice if you're after a dependable spot on Lord Street for a pint.
Birkdale Tandoori
Southport
Birkdale Tandoori is your solid, reliable Indian option right in the town centre.
Hamletts Sandwich Bar
Southport
Right, so Hamletts Sandwich Bar on Eastbank Street.
The Waters edge bar
Southport
If you're after a cheap pint in town, The Waters Edge is a solid option.
Beer Den 2
Crossens, Southport
Right, Beer Den 2 in Crossens.
Nolls Bar Southport
Southport
If you're after a pint in town and want somewhere a bit lively, Nolls Bar is a decent shout.
Gingers Bar & Grill
Southport
If you're knocking about Lord Street and fancy a decent pint with a bit of atmosphere, Gingers Bar & Grill is worth a shout.
Barons Bar
Southport
If you're after a no-frills pint right on Lord Street, Barons Bar is your place.
The Fairway Grill and Bar @ Formby Hall
Formby, Southport
Right, The Fairway Grill and Bar at Formby Hall.
Chews Noodle Bar Birkdale
Birkdale, Southport
Alright, so Chews Noodle Bar in Birkdale – it's decent for a quick bite if you're in the village.
Maloney's Bar & Snug
Scarisbrick, Southport
Maloney's is your standard, no-frills local pub out in Scarisbrick, so technically Southport, Merseyside.
Banff
Southport
Right, so Banff...
Ainsdale Pasta & Pizzeria
Ainsdale, Southport
If you're in Ainsdale and fancy some pasta after 4:30pm, Ainsdale Pasta & Pizzeria is your place.
Connolly's Irish Pub
Southport
Alright, so Connolly's Irish Pub on the main drag in town.
Pizza Kingdom
Ainsdale, Southport
Alright, if you're in Ainsdale and fancy a pizza, Pizza Kingdom is decent.
The TENT at SFC
Southport
Alright, so you're after a decent night out in town?
Busy Bee
Birkdale, Southport
Right then, Busy Bee in Birkdale.
Busy Bees Southport
Birkdale, Southport
Right, so Busy Bees in Birkdale.
Le Moose Bar and Carose
Southport
Right, so Le Moose Bar and Carouse...
BW Bubble waffle
Ainsdale, Southport
Alright, so BW Bubble Waffle in Ainsdale – yeah, it's good.
The Conservatory Bar
Southport
The Conservatory Bar, right on the Southport seafront, gets a 3.5 stars from 19 reviews online, so it's not knocking anyone's socks off, …
Heathfield Takeaway
Ainsdale, Southport
Right, so Heathfield Takeaway in Ainsdale.
Village Fish & Chips
Birkdale, Southport
Alright, so you're after some decent scran in Birkdale?
Roberts Sandwich Bar
Southport
Right, let's talk sandwiches.
Lucky Number 13 Mobile Bar
Southport
Right, so Lucky Number 13 Mobile Bar...
Medhito Cuban Latin Lounge
Southport
Fancy some late-night Latin vibes in Southport?
Beach Bar
Southport
Alright, so you're thinking of heading to the Beach Bar in town?
BB’s Bar
Southport
Right, so BB’s Bar.
Bagel Bar
Southport
Alright, so Bagel Bar in town, eh?
lakeside bar-leisure lakes
Southport
Alright, so Lakeside Bar at Leisure Lakes...
Cloud 9
Southport
Cloud 9's right in the middle of town on Lord Street, so you can't miss it.
Volunteer Arms
Southport
Alright, so you're looking for a proper local boozer in the town centre?
Avacardo
Ainsdale, Southport
If you're knocking about Ainsdale and fancy a light bite, Avacardo is worth a look.
The 1881 Lounge
Southport
Right, so The 1881 Lounge… it's at Southport Football Club, right in the town centre, so easy enough to get to.
Bar Thirteen
Scarisbrick, Southport
Okay, so Bar Thirteen...
Peperoni Pizza Bar Take Away
Southport
Peperoni Pizza Bar Take Away is right in the thick of it in town, handy if you're doing some shopping and need a quick bite.
5th Wise Monkey Ltd
Ainsdale, Southport
Alright, so you're thinking of eating out in Ainsdale?
Birkdale Sushi
Southport
Right, so Birkdale Sushi.
Chatsworth Lounge
Southport
If you're after a decent night out near the sea, Chatsworth Lounge is worth a look.
Clubhouse Bar
Southport
Right, so Clubhouse Bar on Lord Street...
Lord Street Hotel Sports Bar
Southport
Looking for somewhere to watch the match in town?
Mere Brow Bar & Lounge
Southport
If you're after a relaxed evening in town, Mere Brow Bar & Lounge is a decent shout.
Ronnie's Bar And Restaurant Ltd
Southport
If you're after a decent pint in town, Ronnie's is usually a safe bet.
THE TITHE BARN BAR LIMITED
Southport
Right, so you're looking for a decent night out in town?
The Beach Hut Bar
Southport
If you're knocking about near the pier and fancy a pint, The Beach Hut Bar is a decent shout.
The Grapevine
Churchtown, Southport
Village wine bar and bistro in Churchtown, Southport. Long-standing local favourite for wine, small plates, and a relaxed evening. Quieter and more neighbourhood-feel than the town centre.
Union club
Southport
Union Club is a proper late-night spot right in the middle of town on Union Street.
Yew Tree
Ormskirk, Southport
Alright, so you're after a decent pint in Churchtown?