Harden's survey result
Summary
This “very popular French bistro and bar”, from the Vérité family, is “a fantastic little gem”, serving “faultless food in a buzzy atmosphere” – “a warm welcome is guaranteed, service is professional”, and the menu features “Gallic classics including great fish and seafood”. Founded 16 years ago by Mark & Michaela, it’s now run by their sons Jacques (chef) and Charlie (maître d’) – and is apparently a favourite of chef Marc Birchall on his days off from Lancashire’s stellar Moor Hall.
Summary
“A real bistro near Birkdale station” – the Vérité family-run operation looks firmly rooted in French traditions, but its menu presents many dishes of modern British and European inspiration (eg. Chicken Schnitzel, Madras Spiced Slaw, Coconut Curry Sauce, Bombay Fries, alongside charcuterie, paté and crème brûlée). Top Tip – “great for a business lunch”.
Summary
This “great French bistro” is a true family affair from the Vérité family, with owners Marc & Michaela nowadays joined by their two sons; “there is always a great choice of imaginative seasonal dishes, expertly cooked and well-presented”, and the “recently acquired adjacent premises” (Petite Verité, a bar/overspill area for the restaurant) is also a “welcome addition”.
Summary
“This great French bistro” with a “buzzy ambience” is, for fans, “a favourite place for a special occasion meal” – “there’s always a great choice of imaginative seasonal dishes”. It’s very much a family business, with owners Marc & Michaela Vérité joined by their sons Jacques, the head chef who trained at the Chester Grosvenor, and Charlie, part of the FoH team. “The new bar area in the recently acquired adjacent premises is a welcome addition.”
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7 Liverpool Road, Southport, PR8 4AR
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £0.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
7 Liverpool Road, Southport, PR8 4AR
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 5 pm‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 5 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑1:30 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑1:30 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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