Ресторан · Liverpool · ⭐ 9.1/10 · 3989 reviews · $$ · updated: 2026-06-30 21:30:38
Address: Edward pavilion, Liverpool L3 4AF, United Kingdom
Waterfront Italian at the Edward Pavilion
Gusto Italian occupies the Edward Pavilion on Liverpool’s Royal Albert Dock, blending contemporary elegance with historic charm. Brick walls and expansive windows frame stunning views over the dock’s waters — one of the city’s most atmospheric waterfront spots for an Italian meal.
What to order
The menu collects Italian crowd-pleasers: pizza, pasta, risotto, steaks, fish and deli boards. The standout is the carbonara — bucatini in an egg-yolk sauce with pancetta and pecorino.
Who it’s for
A great choice for a waterfront dinner, a celebration or a relaxed lunch with a view of the Albert Dock.
Interior and atmosphere
The dining room balances warehouse heritage with contemporary polish: exposed brick and dockside light on one side, olive-tree greenery and soft furnishings on the other. A mezzanine looks out across the city, an intimate private dining room hosts celebrations, and the quayside terrace is made for a slow aperitivo.
Questions and answers
What food does it serve? Italian classics — pizza, pasta, risotto, steaks and fish.
What should I order? The signature bucatini carbonara.
What’s the setting like? A historic dock pavilion with waterfront views.
Do I need to book? Walk-ins are welcome when there’s space, but booking is wise for evenings, weekends and the dockside terrace — and groups of eight or more are asked for a deposit.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–22:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–22:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–22:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00–22:00 |
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Visitor reviews
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 21:30:38
Data is refreshed monthly. Sources: liverpoolka.com and editorial picks based on reviews.
Dining alone, 3 courses for £25. The food was very tasty, nice, with wonderful views. My waiter Besim was very attentive, friendly and poured my wine. What a pleasure and a very pleasant experience. Recommend, whether yo…
We had a wonderful time at Gusto this evening. The food and atmosphere were wonderful, but Serena really made the experience. She was friendly, knowledgeable, genuinely chatty and gave us some wonderful recommendations.…
We went for a stroll around Albert Dock and came across Gusto Italian. The first thing that struck me was the amazing smell coming from this place, so I thought why not try it. First impressions of working in a very upsc…
Had a wonderful Valentine's Day at Gusto, all the food and drinks were very tasty, and the atmosphere wonderful with nice decor. Our waiter was extremely friendly and attentive and gave us a wonderful experience. We'll d…
Szymon was our waiter, and he was incredibly friendly!!! On top of that, he recommended a wonderful cocktail, which I'll definitely try again!!! The food was incredible, we were all just full! We vote for Szymon to win t…