Silcock's Pier Family Restaurant

Right, so Silcock's Pier Family Restaurant is slap-bang in the middle of Southport Pier, which is handy if you’re already up there. They do your standard fish and chips, that sort of thing. It's definitely geared more towards families with kids than couples looking for a quiet night out, especially with the amusements nearby. They are dog-friendly and have some outside seating, which is a plus on a sunny day.

Now, the Google reviews are a bit mixed – 2.6 stars from 183 reviews isn’t amazing, and you’ll see some complaints about the quality not always matching the price. But hey, it's convenient, and the kids will probably love it. It’s open every day from 11am, closing at 5pm weekdays and 6pm on weekends. You can give them a ring on 01704 542551 if you like.

It's a decent option if you want something quick and easy without walking back into town, and being right on the pier is pretty cool. The website is silcock-leisure.co.uk if you want to see the full menu and opening times.

Just a heads up, it can get pretty busy on weekends and during school holidays, so maybe get there a bit earlier to grab a table, especially if you want to sit outside.