The Lower Place

Right in the heart of the cultural and dining quarter of Liverpool, The Lower Place serves modern International cuisine of a high order in a relaxing atmosphere - all in the midst of Art Deco splendour. In fact, this is Philharmonic Hall's own multi award-winning restaurant. The early evenings are a blur of activity with the post-work and pre-concert crowd, then the ambience slows to a more relaxing pace, perfect for enjoying a leisurely meal. The seasonally-changing menu includes starters like handmade fresh ravioli of crab and asparagus with parsley and tomato cream sauce, or layered pork saltimbocca terrine scented with sage. For mains, try the tournedos Rossini, or rack of lamb stuffed with black pudding rolled in oregano crumb. Vegetarians are well catered for and the wine list is a smash.Average price - £20 - £25 (€28 - €35)