Newz Brasserie

A hot and happening spot on trendy Water Street, the modern-British a la carte menu is overseen by star chef Stewart St John while the bar with its leather sofas, wood tables, marble counter and red lanterns would not be out of place in the glitzier arrondissements of Paris. It's called Newz because suits and traders who come in for post-work drinks can watch the latest business and news headlines on the screens overhead, while newspapers are dotted throughout the place much like in a library. Drinks-wise one entire wall is lined with champagne bottles and the best cocktail in the house is the Liverpool Renaissance - a mix of blended champagne and a secret liqueur. Get there early on weekends before the glam set take up all the table space.