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The Crown — Bars in Southport

The Crown

RestaurantSouthport, ENG

4.1 out of 5 stars4.1(848 reviews)

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+44 1704 569149
304 Liverpool Rd, Birkdale, Southport PR8 3BZ, United Kingdom
£10–20 · Reported by 225 people

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About The Crown

On Liverpool Road in Southport, The Crown operates as a pub, restaurant and bar, open daily. Reservations are recommended. The building offers a step-free, wheelchair-accessible entrance for visitors with mobility needs, and outdoor seating for those who prefer to eat outside. Dogs are welcome throughout. A quiz night runs regularly, giving the room a set fixture beyond the usual food and drink service. For those eating off site, both takeaway and delivery are available. Together, the format spans family dining and pub-going in one address, with the entrance and outdoor space widening who can comfortably visit.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Free of charge street parking · Free parking lot · On-site parking
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids

Reviews

4.1/5
848 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention pub quiz nights, sunday roast, fish goujons and camembert bites.

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Customer Review Summary

The Sunday roast draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling the beef version "really good" and pairing it with a burger also described as good. Close behind, quiz nights on Thursdays and Mondays and a birthday buffet come up often, with diners singling out the fish goujons, fresh sandwiches and wraps, and small fried cheese bites as standout favourites, alongside a general sense that the pub is well presented and decorated with care. Several also mention an ale-knowledgeable manager and staff who foster a good atmosphere during busy periods. Service is where opinion splits sharply. Multiple reviewers describe a grumpy or miserable staff member at the bar, one noting a customer wasn't asked how their meal was and had to clear their own plates and fetch dessert themselves, after finding the fish and chips dry and a starter arriving with dressing despite it being requested plain. One diner also reports being fined after not being told to log their car registration in the car park system, and is still awaiting an appeal outcome.

Featured reviews

  • Jools Ruddy
    We didn't eat, we were on a long journey home from up North and needed a drink. Staff are fabulous here and the prices are great. BUT, noone told us we had to put our car registration into a signing in system and I have just received a massive fine. Maybe out of towners could be informed of this. We have sent an appeal with the receipt proving we were in the pub but now I have to wait and see. Gutted
  • Matty
    Visited today for the 3-course lunch option. The starter was nice, although it arrived with dressing and sauce despite specifically asking for none. For mains, I had the fish & chips and my partner had the gammon. Unfortunately both dishes were very basic — the fish in particular was dry and lacked any real flavour. The main disappointment though was the service. We were never asked how our meal was or whether everything was okay, and after finishing our mains we waited quite a while for the plates to be cleared. In the end, we had to go to the bar ourselves to ask for the plates to be taken away and for our desserts to be brought over. The overall impression was that the staff member serving us didn’t really want to be there — that may not have been the case, but it was certainly the vibe we got. What made it more disappointing was that the restaurant wasn’t busy at all, so the lack of attentiveness stood out even more. We’ve eaten here previously and it was spot on, which makes today’s experience even more disappointing. Sadly, based on this visit, we’re unlikely to return.
  • Chloe Stella
    Always come in with friends on a Thursday and Monday for drinks after rehearsal, staff are lovely and the service is brilliant, pub quiz is fun aswell!
  • Kevin Spofforth
    Regularly attend the quiz nights. Staff always friendly and food always great. Grandson’s birthday meal there was fantastic.
  • Naomi
    Food was lovely, the girl who was our waitress (Molly) was really friendly and polite. …

Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Highlights

  • Has bar games
  • Has great beer selection
  • Has great wine list
  • Has quiz night
  • Popular for good for solo dining

Amenities

  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Accepts reservations
  • Has outdoor seating
  • Dogs allowed
  • Offers delivery
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  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
  • Good for kids
  • Serves food at bar
  • Casual
  • On-site services available
Offerings· 6
  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves beer
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves food
  • Serves spirits
  • Serves wine
Popular for· 1
  • Good for solo dining
Crowd· 1
  • Good for groups
Dining options· 2
  • Has seating
  • Has table service
Highlights· 4
  • Has bar games
  • Has great beer selection
  • Has great wine list
  • Has quiz night
Facilities· 1
  • Has toilet
Atmosphere· 1
  • Cosy
Accessibility· 2
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking· 4
  • Free parking lot
  • On-site parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Plenty of parking

Location

How The Crown compares to nearby bars

  • The Crown · This shop4.1
    848 reviews

    Mentioned in reviews: pub quiz nights, sunday roast, fish goujons

  • 77 reviews6.4 mi

    Mentioned in reviews: traditional untouched old pub, run-down needs refurbishment, cheap pints around £3.40

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