Business Dining in Liverpool’s Financial Quarter

Liverpool’s commercial district — the streets around Water Street, Dale Street, Exchange Flags and Castle Street — has developed a strong cluster of restaurants suited to business lunches and client dinners. Many occupy grand former banking and shipping buildings, which gives them private rooms and space that newer buildings rarely offer.

Hawksmoor, India Buildings

The London steakhouse group opened in Liverpool in late 2022 inside India Buildings, the listed 1920s office block on Water Street, with its entrance on Brunswick Street. It has a private dining room and an express lunch menu aimed at people with limited time. Details are on Hawksmoor’s Liverpool page, and Old Town Liverpool covers the building’s history on its Hawksmoor Liverpool venue page.

Fogo de Chão, Exchange Flags

The Brazilian churrascaria occupies Horton House at Exchange Flags, the square behind the Town Hall. Its rodízio service, with grilled meats carved at the table, suits groups and celebratory meals, and it has a bar and terrace for less formal meetings. See Fogo de Chão on Old Town Liverpool.

Other options nearby

• Exchange Flags and Dale Street — further restaurants and bars suited to client entertaining; the Old Town Liverpool directory keeps an up-to-date list.
• Castle Street — a few minutes away, with a wider range of price points. See our Castle Street guide.

Practical tips

• Book private rooms early for groups of eight or more, especially in December.
• Moorfields and James Street stations serve the whole district.
• Confirm dietary requirements in advance; set menus can usually be adapted.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Hawksmoor in Liverpool?

Hawksmoor Liverpool is in India Buildings, with its entrance on Brunswick Street, close to Castle Street and Water Street.

Where is Fogo de Chão in Liverpool?

Fogo de Chão is at Horton House, Exchange Flags, behind Liverpool Town Hall.

Which station is closest to Liverpool’s commercial district?

Moorfields and James Street on the Merseyrail network are both within a few minutes’ walk.

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Disclosure: Old Town Liverpool, referenced in this article, is a partner publication of Beacon Worth. Venue details change, so check opening times and bookings directly with each venue.