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What's On in Liverpool This Week

New restaurants, best movies, and must-see events in Liverpool this week.

New Openings

Restaurants and bars worth knowing about

  • The Fish BankRecognised as one of the top fish and chip shops in England, this venue is a standout destination in Sherdley Road, Formby. It is celebrated for its high-quality preparation and local popularity. 4.4 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, pub.
  • BundobustA popular spot tucked away in a Liverpool alleyway that offers a vibrant atmosphere. The reviewer notes it feels like being transported to a sunny beach, making it a standout destination for casual dining. 4.7 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, bar.
  • Casa ItaliaThe long-standing Liverpool institution is implementing a significant change that customers have requested for years. This update marks a notable development for the popular Italian restaurant. 4.6 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, italian restaurant.
  • The Grape PairingA new independent bar is opening in Liverpool, founded by a couple who identified a local demand for their concept. It promises to be a fresh addition to the city's nightlife scene. 4.6 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, pub.
  • Crosby restaurantA popular restaurant in Crosby is expanding with a second site after only four months of trading. The business has seen significant success and is now growing its footprint across Merseyside. 4.7 stars, british restaurant.
  • The Rose of MossleyA historic local pub in Mossley Hill that is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. It is a long-standing community staple managed by a landlady of 37 years. 4.4 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, pub.
  • Khaja Indian Take AwayA highly-rated, family-run Indian takeaway located on Allerton Road in Woolton. It is noted for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. 4.8 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, meal takeaway.
  • The BoathouseThe historic Parkgate pub has reopened following a significant £1.5 million refurbishment. It has been a local fixture for 176 years and is already drawing large crowds. 4.5 stars, tourist attraction.
  • Frankleys BakeryFrankleys Bakery is highlighted as a standout independent business in the region, drawing customers from miles away for its quality offerings. It represents the thriving scene of small, artisanal food businesses in Liverpool. 5 stars, coffee shop.
  • The SwanA historic Liverpool pub that has remained a local staple for nearly 50 years. It is celebrated for its long-serving staff and traditional atmosphere. 4.6 stars, pub.
  • Kung Fu Chinese Food and Tea BarA local takeaway in Wigan that went above and beyond for a customer by providing exceptional service after a missing item error. It is highlighted for its customer-focused approach. 3.5 stars, meal takeaway.

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Events happening soon

Worth Watching

What to watch this week

  • The OdysseyChristopher Nolan directs this new adaptation of Homer's epic, featuring Matt Damon as Odysseus. Nolan has cited Guillermo del Toro as an inspiration for his nuanced approach to the film's mythological monsters. 5.75/10, 172 min.
  • Nirvanna the Band the MovieComedian-filmmakers Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol bring their anarchic style to the big screen in this new mockumentary. The film is noted for its guerrilla filmmaking techniques and playful references to 80s cinema. 7.6/10, 100 min.
  • Bitter ChristmasIn 2025 Spain, a celebrated film director struggles to write the screenplay for an autofictional film set in 2004 Spain about an unsuccessful movie director turned director of commercials who suffers a panic attack that forces her to take a break by visiting the Canary Islands, where she begins work on a new film. 6.5/10, 112 min.
  • MoanaDisney's live-action reimagining of the 2016 animated hit brings the story of the wayfinder to life with Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui. It is a highly anticipated family film for the summer season. 7.001/10, 100 min.
  • Chickenhare and the Secret of the GroundhogChickenhare embarks on an epic quest, a mysterious groundhog with the power to reverse time and save his species. His adventure takes a dangerous turn when his group discover they are not the only ones searching for this ancient power. 7.4/10, 88 min.
  • The Death of Robin HoodGrappling with his past after a life of crime and murder, Robin Hood finds himself gravely injured after a battle he thought would be his last. In the hands of a mysterious woman, he is offered a chance at salvation. 10/10, 123 min.
  • The OdysseyOdysseus, the legendary King of Ithaca, embarks on a long and perilous journey home following the Trojan War. Throughout his voyage, he is forced to confront the whims of gods, mythological monsters, and trials that stretch both his cunning and his humanity to the breaking point. 5.75/10, 172 min.
  • AaryaAarya is a happy-go-lucky young man who goes to college. When he falls in love with Geetha at first sight, he proposes to her - in front of her boyfriend Ajay, who recently also proposed to her. She bluntly refuses, but ... 6.5/10, 151 min.
  • PressureIn the tense 72 hours before D-Day, and the fate of the free world hanging in the balance, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg face an impossible choice—launch the largest and most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether. 5.595/10, 91 min.
  • One Night OnlyTwo love-starved strangers crash into each other on the one night of the year when single people are allowed to have sex. 6/10, 90 min.
  • The Pout-Pout FishLiving on a rundown shipwreck, Mr. Fish one day discovers a hyperactive young sea dragon Pip – who had mistaken his home for a junkyard – pilfering his belongings. The heated argument that ensues leaves both their houses in ruin. But there is hope! Embarking on a seemingly impossible quest in search of the mythical 'Shimmer' to grant them a wish, there’s only one problem: someone else is on the hunt... 5.5/10, 91 min.
  • ColonyProfessor Se-jeong is thrust into a bloody nightmare when a rapidly mutating virus is released during a biotech conference causing authorities to seal the facility. Trapped inside with no escape, Se-jeong along with a small group of survivors must fight to stay alive while the infected undergo horrific transformations. 6.966/10, 123 min.
  • DavidFrom the songs of his mother’s heart to the whispers of a faithful God, David’s story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward. Pursued by power and driven by purpose, his journey tests the limits of loyalty, love, and courage—culminating in a battle not just for a crown, but for the soul of a kingdom. 8/10, 109 min.
  • Ice Cream ManAn idyllic summer town descends into madness when an ice cream man serves kids sweet delights with horrifying results. 5.452/10, 84 min.
  • Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of EvangelionSEELE orders an all-out attack on NERV, aiming to destroy the Evas before Gendo can advance his own plans for the Human Instrumentality Project. Shinji is pushed to the limits of his sanity as he is forced to decide the fate of humanity. 8.3/10, 87 min.
  • LeviticusTwo teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most — each other. 5/10, 1 min.
  • Taxi DriverMartin Scorsese's iconic masterpiece returns to cinemas for its 50th anniversary. It remains a powerful and essential exploration of urban isolation and psychological crisis. 8.124/10, 114 min.
  • Evil Dead BurnThis latest entry in the horror franchise is a grim, nihilistic take on the series that abandons the humor of previous installments. Critics find it to be a grueling and unpleasant experience that lacks the creative spark of its predecessors. 7.043/10, 110 min.
  • Enola Holmes 3The third installment of the Enola Holmes series sees the young detective stepping out of her brother Sherlock's shadow to tackle systemic inequality and a new mystery involving the British crown. Now streaming on Netflix, the film highlights Enola's unique approach to detective work driven by empathy and social awareness. 7.152/10, 109 min.
  • Desperate LivingThis dark comedy by John Waters is being released in 4K by the Criterion Collection. It is noted for its gritty, transgressive style and remains a significant piece of Waters' filmography. 6.4/10, 91 min.
  • The GirlsA significant 1978 coming-of-age drama by Sumitra Peries that is returning to screens in a new restoration. It serves as a key entry point into the under-recognised cinema of Sri Lanka. 6.537/10, 115 min.
  • Evil Dead BurnThe latest installment in the iconic horror franchise, directed by Sébastien Vaniček. It blends family dysfunction with intense supernatural horror in a secluded setting. 7.043/10, 110 min.
  • The InviteAs Olivia Wilde’s latest film hits cinemas, this feature explores the enduring appeal of the dinner-party movie genre. It highlights the tension and drama inherent in films that focus on heated rivalries and toxic revelations. 8/10, 107 min.
  • The Last One for the RoadThis Italian road movie by director Francesco Sossai offers a textured, leisurely look at daily life and desolate landscapes. It is noted for its Beckettian tone and avoidance of grand cinematic epiphanies. 7.5/10, 98 min.
  • The FuriousAfter a criminal network kidnaps Wang Wei's daughter and the corrupt police refuse to assist him, Wei sets out on his own to locate her. Navin, a tenacious journalist whose wife has mysteriously vanished, is his only ally. In this explosive martial arts showdown, the unlikely duo fights the kidnappers ruthlessly driven by a furious vengeance. 113 min.
  • Toy Story 5When Bonnie receives a Lilypad tablet as a gift and becomes obsessed, Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs become exponentially harder when they have to go head to head with the all-new threat to playtime. 7/10, 102 min.
  • Masters of the UniverseAfter being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam back to Eternia, where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor. To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela and Duncan/Man-At-Arms, and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe. 141 min.
  • SupergirlWhen an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion on an epic, interstellar journey of vengeance and justice. 5.6/10, 108 min.
  • Scary MovieTwenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer, the Core Four are back in the killer's crosshairs and no horror movie IP is safe. 5.818/10, 96 min.
  • Big Trouble in Little ChinaInitially a box office bomb, this John Carpenter film has evolved into a beloved cult classic. It is praised for its subversion of genre tropes and its unique blend of martial arts, comedy, and fantasy. 7.213/10, 100 min.
  • Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the HighwayWhen a string of deadly highway incidents begin, Conan Edogawa's investigations point towards an orchestrated plot rather than mere accidents. As he uncovers a conspiracy involving hidden identities and advanced technology, the case escalates into a high-speed race against time to stop a calculating mastermind before more lives are lost. 8.6/10, 109 min.
  • PeddiIn 1980s rural Andhra Pradesh, a spirited villager unites his community through sports to defend their pride against a powerful rivals. 8/10, 192 min.
  • Mollywood TimesVineeth Madhavan tries hard to become Malayalam cinema's greatest horror filmmaker, but will the toxic industry affect his dream? 6.1/10, 167 min.
  • My Father's IslandA Norwegian survival drama directed by Vladimir de Fontenay, adapted from David Vann's semi-autobiographical stories. It offers a poignant and intense cinematic experience. 4.5/10, 115 min.
  • The OdysseyChristopher Nolan's highly anticipated, star-studded epic adaptation of Homer's foundational saga. Featuring an ensemble cast including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, and Zendaya, it is widely considered the must-see cinematic event of the summer. 5.75/10, 172 min.

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