What began as a home‐brew venture back in 2010 in a modest railway arch on Love Lane has now evolved into a full‑scale brewery, distillery, taproom and kitchen all under one beautifully‑crafted roof
Housed in a former rubber‑factory, the venue features a dramatic industrial warehouse aesthetic complete with mezzanine level, exposed steelwork, and a 30‑barrel brewing plant that’s visible from the bar area.
Whether you’re perched at the communal tables in the main hall, relaxing in cosy armchairs around the perimeter, or gazing at the fermentation tanks, the atmosphere balances comfort and creativity.
Beers, Gins & Good Times
At its core, Love Lane remains first and foremost a brewery. On‑site brews include session bitters, hop‑forward ales, crisp lagers and sumptuous stouts, complemented by rotating guest beers.
For gin lovers, their “Ginsmiths” distillery crafts small‑batch spirits served in refreshing G&Ts. It’s a drinker’s dream where beer, gin, and inventive cocktails coexist happily.
Gastronomic Highlights
Love Lane’s kitchen menu is refreshingly unpredictable – and that’s partly why it’s so pleasingly addictive. Expect elevated twists on pub classics: the crowd‑pleasing beer‑battered fish and chips, pulled‑together lamb belly dishes, potato gnocchi with blue cheese, and vegetarian delights like burrata or rich sweet potato soup. Their legendary homemade pork pies (around £3.50 each) are almost a rite of passage.
Community, Events & Expansion
Founder Stephen Crawley has emphasised Love Lane’s local focus, launching a crowdfunding campaign to transform the top floor into flexible event spaces – ideal for yoga classes, local gigs or hireable rooms, while keeping the taproom thriving downstairs.
They’ve also introduced brewery and distillery tours, Gin School sessions, and a Brew Academy weekend day out, drawing both locals and visitors
Why Love Lane Matters
Cultural anchor: A cornerstone in the rapid reinvention of the Baltic Triangle.
Local pride: A Liverpool‑born enterprise, revived into a major city‑centre craft producer.
Warm and inclusive: A spot for everyone – friends, families, beer geeks, gin enthusiasts or couples on a date night.
Ever‑evolving: With changes in ownership, menu, and community offerings, every visit feels new.
Tips for Your Visit
Tip Details
Best time to go Afternoons and early evenings midweek or weekends for a lively, friendly buzz
Booking? Strongly recommended, especially for larger groups or popular times
Extras Keep an eye out for special food nights: roast Sundays, wing Wednesdays, fish & chip Fridays with free pints
Love Lane Brewery offers more than just exceptional brews and great food – it’s an authentic Scouse experience. From its charismatic industrial interior to the personable team behind the bar, it’s a place where community, craft and conviviality seamlessly merge.
Whether you’re journeying in from elsewhere or call Liverpool your home, Love Lane is a must‑visit stop for anyone wanting to taste the real flavour of this city.
From a personal point of view although I am sad to have lost the view from the windows of our Liverpool offices over the River Mersey, the fact that our new Albert Dock offices are only a five minute walk from the Love Lane Brewery and kitchen will probably more than make up for that!
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