The UK's best city for food has incredible restaurants and it's not London
A Northern city has been crowned the UK's best place to eat out and it's also one of the world's coolest holiday destinations.
Love eating out or trying a new restaurant? You're in luck as the expert team at Time Out have named the world's best destinations for food.
While no British cities made the top 10, a UK city landed just outside the top 10 in place 11. Britons might be surprised to learn it wasn't London.
Liverpool was crowned as the world's best city for food, hot on the heels after being named the one of the world's best city destinations and the UK's best big city break.
A Time Out spokesperson said: "With everything from cult street food vendors to contemporary small plates, it's no wonder locals were full of praise for their city's food scene."
So what and where should tourists eat in Liverpool?
The must-eat dish
According to Time Out's survey of local residents, scouse is the must-eat dish in Liverpool. The meaty stew is so popular, it even gave the city's residents their nickname.
Scouse is traditionally made from chunks of meat, potatoes, carrots and onion and was first eaten by sailors.
What the experts say
Alice Porter, Liverpool-based writer, said: "Liverpool is perhaps better known for its nightlife than its food, but a clutch of brand-new foodie ventures have earned the city a newfound rep for its dining scene."
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Where to eat
Alice recommends...
- Manifest - a Michelin-mentioned restaurant started by local chef, Paul Durand. The chef's choice menu costs £75 per person.
- Belzan - a neighbourhood bistro and wine bar serving "humble dishes". The menu changes on a seasonal basis.
- Madre - a Mexican taqueria which serves a huge range of tacos including fantastic options for vegetarians.
Honourable mentions
- Maray - A Middle Eastern restaurant serving small plates in an intimate setting.
- Buyer's Club - A neighbourhood bar focusing on fresh pasta and natural wines.
- The Egg Cafe - Despite the name, this is a vegan cafe which serves a huge range of plant-based dishes.
- KaiBaiBo - Korean street food, opened by two brothers with fast and high-quality food.
- Saffron - A family-friendly restaurant focused on Indian and Nepalese cuisine.