Belzan
Tucked discreetly away from the city’s bustle, Belzan rewards the initiated with a modern bistro experience defined by confident cooking and comforting generosity. Plates arrive with well-judged, intriguing combinations, each designed to shine on its own, culminating in a priority-order Guinness rarebit potato that distills the restaurant’s ethos of depth, warmth, and wit. Within its narrow, softly lit room, service is assured and refreshingly clued-up, guiding you through an early dinner menu that offers real value without compromising on luxury. Belzan feels both intimate and quietly rich, the sort of place where flavor takes center stage and every detail is thoughtfully, beautifully considered.
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- Address
- 371 Smithdown Rd, Liverpool L15 3JJ, United Kingdom
- Phone
- +44 151 733 8595
- Website
- belzan.co.uk
- Directions
- Get directions

Belzan and the Michelin Plate
Belzan pairs a Modern British Bistro brief with Michelin Plate recognition in 2024, 2025, and 2026, so it reads as a steady Liverpool option for lunch or dinner.
Guinness rarebit potato and local sourcing
Guinness rarebit potato gives the menu a named anchor, with local sourcing and an open kitchen shaping how the room reads.
371 Smithdown Rd for a slower meal
371 Smithdown Rd fits a lunch or dinner plan with leisurely pacing, conversational noise, and upscale casual service.
How It Compares
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BelzanThis venue — the venue you are viewing | Modern British Bistro | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Not listed |
| “8” By Andrew Sheridan | Modern British Fine Dining | $$$$ | Michelin Plate | Liverpool City Centre |
| The Art School | Modern British Fine Dining | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Georgian Quarter |
| Vetch | Modern British with Nordic and Japanese influences | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Hope Street |
| Wreck | Modern British Bistro | $$ | Not listed | Ropewalks |
| Manifest | Modern British Fine Dining | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Baltic Triangle |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Plate
Michelin
SquareMeal UK Top 100 Restaurants #98
SquareMeal
The Good Food Guide Good Food Guide Best Local Restaurant
The Good Food Guide
Michelin Plate
Michelin
The Good Food Guide GFG Good
The Good Food Guide
Michelin Plate
Michelin
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Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5–11 PM
- Thursday
- 5–11 PM
- Friday
- 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- 5–11 PM
- Sunday
- 12–5 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Narrow room with cosy feel, great atmosphere, friendly and relaxed with confident service.


















