
Phoenix Palace Restaurant
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About Phoenix Palace Restaurant
On W Derby Rd in Liverpool, Phoenix Palace Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant run by the same family, open evenings only from Tuesday to Sunday and closed Mondays. Diners can bring their own alcoholic drinks, with soft drinks available from the restaurant. The menu includes a platter starter for two alongside recurring dishes such as crispy chilli beef, dry ribs, and salt and pepper king prawn. Mains are sized for sharing between two people, and any leftovers can be taken home after the meal. Reservations are recommended, as tables fill up. A step-free, wheelchair-accessible entrance serves visitors with mobility needs.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Menu & Prices
17 dishes- Crispy Duck
- Sweet and Sour Pork
- Salt and Pepper Chicken
- Spring Onion Pancake
- Sweet and Sour Chicken Crispy Chilli Beef
- Steamed Prawns with Garlic
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention byob allowed, crispy chilli beef, dated decor and salt and pepper king prawn.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention byob allowed, crispy chilli beef, dated decor and salt and pepper king prawn.
Customer Review Summary
Diners return again and again for the banquet spreads, with the crispy chilli beef and dry ribs coming up as standouts alongside salt and pepper king prawn and sesame prawn toast starters. Portions draw repeated praise as generous, often stretching to a take home box, and the bring your own alcohol setup is mentioned consistently as part of the appeal and value. Several describe it as a long running, family run operation, with some patrons noting decades of regular visits. The recurring caveat is the interior, called dated or tired by multiple reviewers, though most treat it as beside the point given the cooking. One reviewer breaks from the pattern sharply, describing rude staff and tables claimed as full despite empty seats, and suggesting a competitor instead. Another found no alcohol available despite expecting a restaurant setting. Several reviewers advise booking ahead, noting it fills quickly once doors open, with plates cleared and leftovers offered to take home as a matter of course.
Customer Review Summary
Diners return again and again for the banquet spreads, with the crispy chilli beef and dry ribs coming up as standouts alongside salt and pepper king prawn and sesame prawn toast starters. Portions draw repeated praise as generous, often stretching to a take home box, and the bring your own alcohol setup is mentioned consistently as part of the appeal and value. Several describe it as a long running, family run operation, with some patrons noting decades of regular visits. The recurring caveat is the interior, called dated or tired by multiple reviewers, though most treat it as beside the point given the cooking. One reviewer breaks from the pattern sharply, describing rude staff and tables claimed as full despite empty seats, and suggesting a competitor instead. Another found no alcohol available despite expecting a restaurant setting. Several reviewers advise booking ahead, noting it fills quickly once doors open, with plates cleared and leftovers offered to take home as a matter of course.
Featured reviews
- Darin
“I recently visited Phoenix Palace Restaurant and had a wonderful dining experience. The atmosphere was elegant, comfortable, and welcoming, making it a great place for both casual meals and special occasions. The food was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavour, with a wide variety of dishes to choose from. The staff were attentive, professional, and provided excellent service throughout the visit. Overall, it’s a fantastic restaurant with great food, a pleasant atmosphere, and outstanding hospitality.”
- Cosy Cooe
“The best restaurant I've EVER been to......”
- Dave Scott
“Don't judge a book by its cover, Been eating here for 38 years and the food and staff fantastic. Went last night superb, 03.05 2026”
- Joanne Johnson
“Love this place. You are best booking. Cos you are taking a chance just walking in. It is always busy. You have to take your own alcoholic drinks. They do have some soft drinks for sale. It is a little bit dated decor wise, but I think they are always the best. The food is amazing, portions are big. I always get the salt & pepper king prawn. An I can honestly say I have never had better anywhere else. When your finished, and they come to take the plates, they automatically ask if you want to take what's left home. And of course the answer is yes. Looks like it's a small family run business mum, dad, kids, and they are all lovely. My no1 for a Chinese.”
- Debra Sykes
“It’s my local Chinese restaurant and it has not changed in 30-40 years. I don’t care that the decor is dated, the food is excellent, staff are lovely and you can take your own booze!”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Alcohol
- Casual
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Table service
- Solo dining
- Offerings· 2
- Small plates
- Wine
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Planning· 2
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Dining options· 1
- Dinner
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Parking· 1
- Parking
Location
Restaurants near Phoenix Palace Restaurant
- Smash House4.5990.1 miGood for kids
smashed burgers, bbq chicken tenders, loaded fries
- Rio Pizza4.2500.6 mi£20–30Reservations
full house kebab, mixed kebab for 2, free garlic bread
- John's Supper Bar4.03040.7 mi£1–10
undercooked chips, fish and chips, salt and pepper chips
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Palace RestaurantGood for kids · Reservations | 4.7237 | — | £1–15 | byob allowed, crispy chilli beef, dated decor |
| Smash HouseGood for kids | 4.599 | 0.1 mi | — | smashed burgers, bbq chicken tenders, loaded fries |
| Rio PizzaReservations | 4.250 | 0.6 mi | £20–30 | full house kebab, mixed kebab for 2, free garlic bread |
| John's Supper Bar | 4.0304 | 0.7 mi | £1–10 | undercooked chips, fish and chips, salt and pepper chips |
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