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We serve a seasonal small plate menu throughout the day and into the evening. Designed with an open kitchen and larder, The Pen Factory also serves a wide range of specially selected cask ales, true continental lagers and an extensive wine selection serving all wines by the glass plus a bespoke seasonal cocktail list. The team are old hands at providing a sociable space where good company, good food and interesting drinks are found.
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Our ever-changing, menu embraces the best of British and European cuisine, with local and seasonal produce at its heart. The small plates and sharing dishes we serve allow the conversation to flow along with the flavours - perfect for a swift lunch, a pre-show bite, or a leisurely meal with friends.
If you'd like to book a table for a special occasion, drop us a line or pop in and speak to a member of staff about your visit. We have a range of food and drinks packages that can be tailored to groups of up to 50. We also offer private hire of the venue for larger groups. Alternatively pop in and speak to a member of staff about your visit.
Reviews (16)
Katrin Davies
Katrin Davies
Jan 22, 2022
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Lovely place and staff! Unfortunately they didn’t have any plum Porter left but they had a wide selection available
Margaret Powell
Margaret Powell
Nov 19, 2021
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Made very welcome by staff who were attentive and accommodating with our group. Everyone enjoyed their food and drink from an inclusive and creative menu.
Dave Heymans
Dave Heymans
Nov 05, 2021
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Great eatery and a fab selection of bevvies. one of our fav places in town
Modernity Mark
Modernity Mark
Oct 17, 2021
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Very good with access and knowledgeable friendly staff in a pleasant environment. Seems a place to meet friends and relax as a comfortable place to be.
Susie Porter
Susie Porter
Oct 16, 2021
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We visited The Pen Factory while in the city for a university open day. We were there at 11am hoping to order brunch, however there were no food orders being taken til 12 - cue making a coffee last for an hour.… Eventually we ordered salads and sandwiches from the deli counter. The salads were exceptional - so tasty and filling, and sandwiches delicious, gorgeous sourdough. Really good coffee. Friendly staff who made a fuss over our dog, and really lovely interior, would be fab to hire for a party. Will be back next time in Liverpool.
Nicola Walker
Nicola Walker
Sep 04, 2021
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Always loved the Pen factory especially for the delicious tapas but we went tonight and the menu has changed. Very limited tapas and we struggled to order something. Great place, great location just a shame the menu has changed
Louise N.
Louise N.
Aug 29, 2021
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We ate here last Thursday evening. This was second time we have eaten here.
Food was delicious. Staff were lovely. Relaxed atmosphere.
This will be our go-to place to eat when we are in Liverpool.
James Thomason
James Thomason
Aug 28, 2021
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I really enjoyed the atmosphere here... Busy, lively and full of many different conversations. Would make a great post work drinks/dinner kind of place.
Food was good, if not quite excellent, and I couldn't argue with the prices.
Ms. C.
Ms. C.
Aug 01, 2021
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We had a great night out easier this week. A beautiful airy space inside, great wine and drink choice, super friendly staff and delicious food reasonable prices. Can't wait to go back.
Jill Carver
Jill Carver
Jul 28, 2021
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Well priced. Food was given the thumbs up by all of our party. Front of house staffing needs improving maybe short of staff but....
Simone Adlen
Simone Adlen
Jun 29, 2021
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Lovely hidden gem. Loads of indoor and outdoor space. Great selection of beers and wines. We had steak and chips 🍟..... bloody lovely 😍
Angie Gardiner
Angie Gardiner
Jun 18, 2021
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I visited here on Wednesday 16th June with some family members. It was early in the evening so plenty of choice of tables. The venue is really well done out and the building has an interesting history. Great… serving staff who were very welcoming and the menu looked amazing. I will definitely be back next time I’m in Liverpool. Loved it!
Ana Green
Ana Green
Jun 16, 2021
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Lovely meal, tasty and healthy. Absolutely reccomended for a work or family meeting
H. W.
H. W.
Jul 11, 2019
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The pen factory is our go to for a family meal. The setting, staff and food is always perfect. 8 of us turned up on a Friday night and we were still found a table. The food is slightly expensive but worth it - always served quick and SO tasty and delicious. The salads are ridiculously good!
Dave Phillips
Dave Phillips
Nov 15, 2017
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The Pen Factory remains one of my favourite places in Liverpool. This visit was for lunch with two friends visiting the city from Japan and France respectively, and given the weather the opportunity to sit in the pleasant outdoor courtyard was seized.
The staff, never afraid to be anything other than themselves, are warm, witty, helpful; the regularly changing beer ranges from the local (Brimstage Brewery, Liverpool Organic among others) through American craft (peanut butter milk stout, anyone?) to Belgian trappist; the food, for which two small plates priced between roughly £5-£7 each should
Gemma A.
Gemma A.
Apr 13, 2015
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Opened by former Mr Everyman Bistro himself, Paddy Byrne, The Pen Factory was opened to much anticipation and high expectations. Apparently there were a few wobbles early on with service and it's taken a while to get the ladies toilets sorted but the belated visits I have made there recently have been a pleasure.

The atmosphere is fantastic and somehow, despite this space being very different from the Bistro, captures the same vibe of the old place. The decor is cool, funky and relaxed and the lighting just right.

The wine list is good and I was very impressed with the prices. I had a