The Lion Liverpool Restaurant in Liverpool

Reviews

1. Kleopatra Leporcher ★★★★★

   If you’re looking for an authentic Sri Lankan experience, the Lion won’t let you down! The crab curry was out of this world, brought me straight back to Sri Lanka from the very first bite. Everything was absolutely tasty and I’m so happy I got to share my Sri Lankan roots with my english family. We also had the egg fried rice, chicken curry, Donburi, chicken rolls and spring rolls and cannot fault any of it, it was absolutely delicious. We will definitely be coming back, 11/10 Thank you!

   almost 10 months ago
2. D Kechagias ★★★★☆

   It's hard to find Sri Lankan restaurants, so was happy to find The Lion in Liverpool. I picked up on the way home, although the restaurant itself looks nice. And it has good reviews for a reason, the food is really good. Even though I am not crazy about mixing pineapple in savoury food, I must say their pineapple curry, Annasi Maaluva, was really something else! Nice, full, spicy and zesty flavour. There is a Japanese menu too, which features non spicy things too, like the excellent tempura soft cell crab. Top it off with a mochi and you are set. As you get 3 mochi it would be nice if you could combine - maybe they'd be fine with it if you call. Prices were quite modest too. Edit: I've had delivery a few times since and dined in too. It's one of my favourite restaurants, you really can't beat their Sri Lankan curries. I think the Salmon and the Pineapple are my personal favourites, although I can't say the cashew one is far behind. Devil dishes are great as long you don't mind the heat, and the crab is good (but messy!). Expect good service as well, and I really appreciate the fact that it's a dog friendly restaurant, which is something that's not very common with S. Asian restaurants. Update: Even though the food is consistently good, I am deducting at least one star due to my latest bizarrely bad delivery experience. After making an Uber eats order of 3 seafood and veggie curries and 2 sushi plates, they called me to tell me their sushi chef will be there at 5:30 ( it was 4:30) at the time, I explained we were fine with waiting if they could send it later and they seemed happy to do so. The order seemed stuck for a while and we ended up getting it a bit after 7. The 2 sushi dishes were missing and instead there was a lamb curry and egg rice. We called and they simply told us their sushi chef did not come and they replaced them without calling is. My partner started complaining (she doesn't eat meat so was quite upset), but they hang up. I can understand something went wrong with their staff, but replacing sushi in an obviously non-meat order with lamb without asking is crazy. The missing sushi was also 50% more expensive than the replacement - when you are trying to fix something you are supposed to be generous not stiff the customer. It's very sad because it's still my favourite curries, but it will be hard to convince my partner to order after this :(

   1 year ago
3. Bibianna Gryszka ★★★★★

   Very tasty food. Definitelly will visit that place more often to try more delicious meals. Highly recommend.

   1 year ago

1. Amila Kasun Manthrirathna ★★★★★

   Absolutely delicious! Bursting with flavour and a touch of Sri Lankan warmth 'The Lions Liverpool' is a must-visit.

   1 year ago
2. Simon Crisp ★★★★★

   Had never tried Sri Lankan food before, and found this restaurant as we wanted something to eat close to Anfield. We weren't disappointed. The coconut roti starter was delicious, as were the mains. The servers were very good, despite being very busy. This is definitely worth a visit.

   1 year ago
3. Naomi Joseph ★★★★★

   Was on a short visit to Liverpool and this restaurant was recommended by a dear friend. Very friendly staff. He was so professional. Great service. Food was amazing and spiced as per individual taste. Definitely deserves more than 5 stars.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Dr23rippa ★★★☆☆

   Food is fantastic full of flavour and the quality of the meat tasted good. The starters are punching way above their weight all high quality decent portions. Came here last year and brought back a big group of friends and family. Everything was spot on until paying the bill. Creating drama over how we pay was embarrassing I recommend this place to my group and you took a good 5/10 minutes suggesting one person pay the whole Bill when we all wanted to pay individually for our own food. How can you expect someone to foot up over £150 at your convenience. This let down the good food and experience. Maybe I'll be back in 2023 hopefully this issue regarding paying won't happen again.

   almost 3 years ago
2. Samantha Henderson ★★★★★

   My husband and I tried both the sushi and Sri Lankan options (he is Sri Lankan) the food was delicious! We weren't sure how well it would work but it definately does! Closest to home made Sri Lankan food we've had at a restaurant. Staff were chatty and friendly, lovely atmosphere and music playing all evening. Highly recommend to anyone who loves authentic Sri Lankan curries or enjoys high quality sushi, a must visit

   almost 4 years ago
3. Jason Cline ★★★★★

   We ordered steamed gyoza, seafood kareoke, paratha roti, chicken devil, and katsu-don. Everything was excellent. The real show stopper was the Lion Stout. Great food, great service, and great music!

   almost 4 years ago

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