Where to Eat in Formby During Open Week
Formby village has some excellent restaurants that won't be heaving with Open crowds the way Birkdale pubs will. Book ahead for evening meals: Open week does get busy, even here.
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Distance to Royal Birkdale
2 miles
Open dates
16–19 July 2026
Book ahead for evenings.
Formby restaurants fill up during Open week, especially evenings. Left Bank Brasserie and Emily's in particular: book these as early as you can. Lunch is usually easier to walk into.
Formby Restaurants
The Sparrowhawk
Southport Old Rd
Well-regarded village dining with a loyal local crowd.
Toby Carvery Formby
13 Church Rd
Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds.
Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa
Southport Old Rd
In addition to a golf course and spa, this refined resort has on-site dining and a health club.
Pheasant Inn Liverpool
20 Moss Ln
Hearty modern dishes and cask ales in a lively local pub-restaurant with log fires and a garden.
The Lifeboat
41A Three Tuns Ln
The Lifeboat has earned a firm following in Formby — and it's easy to see why. Rated 4.2/5 across over 1900 Google revi
The Freshfield
Massam's Ln
Tucked into Formby village, The Freshfield is the kind of place visitors return to again and again. Rated 4.3/5 across
Emily's Restaurant
25 Brows Ln
Popular village restaurant, relaxed atmosphere and a great local following.
Emily's
25 Brows Ln
Tucked into Formby village, Emily's is the kind of place visitors return to again and again. With over 700 Google revie
Cross House Inn
Three Tuns Ln
Traditional pub dishes appear on the menu of this ivy and hanging basket-clad community local.
The Railway
Duke St
Cosy traditional pub with coal-effect fireplaces and regular deals on British food and drink.
Sorrento
29 Three Tuns Ln
For anyone searching for a great meal in Formby, Sorrento is a name that comes up time and again. With over 500 Google
Don Luigi Formby
31 Church Rd
Long-established formal Italian dining venue on 2 floors with brick arches, murals and wall lamps.
The Good Catch
Montegue Mews
The Good Catch has earned a firm following in Freshfield — and it's easy to see why. Rated 4.4/5 across 485 Google revi
The Hightown Hotel
Lower Alt Rd
The Hightown Hotel is a well-established favourite in Hightown, the small coastal village at the southern end of the Sef
Grapes Hotel Formby
Green Ln
Lively pub for real ale, cocktails and hearty grub, plus a beer garden and courtyard with a balcony.
The Pinewoods
Wicks Grn
Relaxed pub for sports coverage, Sunday roasts and classic British fare, plus pool, darts and pints.
Ajab Gajab Indian Street food Restaurant & Bar
The Gallery
If you're looking for somewhere to eat in Formby, Ajab Gajab Indian Street food Restaurant & Bar is well worth consideri
Suay Pan Asian Restaurant
3 School Ln
Suay Pan Asian Restaurant has earned a firm following in Formby — and it's easy to see why. With 318 Google reviews ave
McDonald's
89-91 Altcar Rd
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Shantii Restaurant
124a Church Rd
For anyone searching for a great meal in Freshfield, Shantii Restaurant is a name that comes up time and again. With 19
M&S Foodhall
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If you're looking for somewhere to eat in Formby, M&S Foodhall is well worth considering. With 211 Google reviews avera
Golden Bridge
9 Duke St
Tucked into Formby village, Golden Bridge is the kind of place visitors return to again and again. With 195 Google revi
Woodwards Winebar
16 Chapel Ln
For anyone searching for a great meal in Formby, Woodwards Winebar is a name that comes up time and again. With 189 Goo
Left Bank Brasserie
1a
Mediterranean meals in a casual, modern space with floor-to-ceiling windows and photos of Paris.
The Left Bank Brasserie
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Mediterranean meals in a casual, modern space with floor-to-ceiling windows and photos of Paris.
Himalayan Spice Nepalese Restaurant and Bar
126-128 Church Rd
For anyone searching for a great meal in Freshfield, Himalayan Spice Nepalese Restaurant and Bar is a name that comes up
Pressed at The Harington Formby
70 Harington Rd
Pressed at The Harington Formby has earned a firm following in Formby — and it's easy to see why. With 134 Google revie
Crispy Cod
11 Queen's Rd
For anyone searching for a great meal in Formby, Crispy Cod is a name that comes up time and again. Rated 4.0/5 across
Cafe D'Art Good Old Days
26A Chapel Ln
Tucked into Formby village, Cafe D'Art Good Old Days is the kind of place visitors return to again and again. Rated 4.3
Tibu Bar and Eatery
9 Chapel Ln
Tibu Bar and Eatery is a well-established favourite in Formby village. With 101 Google reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5,
James' Fish Bar
12 Three Tuns Ln
James' Fish Bar is a well-established favourite in Formby village. What sets James' Fish Bar apart is the attention to
Le Bistro Moulin
73 Old Mill Ln
For anyone searching for a great meal in Formby, Le Bistro Moulin is a name that comes up time and again. With dozens o
Redgate Indian
7 Redgate Shops
For anyone searching for a great meal in Formby, Redgate Indian is a name that comes up time and again. With dozens of
Domino's Pizza - Formby
Unit 10
Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizzas & a variety of other dishes & sides.
Cinnamon formby
93 Liverpool Rd
Cinnamon formby has earned a firm following in Formby — and it's easy to see why. With dozens of Google reviews averagi
The Auld Dubliner
9 Chapel Ln
The Auld Dubliner is a well-established favourite in Formby village. With dozens of Google reviews averaging 4.7 out of
Phone A Meal
43 Piercefield Rd
Tucked into Freshfield, the quiet residential neighbourhood just south of Formby village, Phone A Meal is the kind of pl
Formby Grill House & Pizzeria
35 Brows Ln
Tucked into Formby village, Formby Grill House & Pizzeria is the kind of place visitors return to again and again. What
The Lunch Hour
54 Church Rd
Tucked into Formby village, The Lunch Hour is the kind of place visitors return to again and again. With dozens of Goog
Dapa Coffee
25 Chapel Ln
For anyone searching for a great meal in Formby, Dapa Coffee is a name that comes up time and again. It strikes the bal
The Fairway Grill and Bar @ Formby Hall
Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa
Tucked into Formby village, The Fairway Grill and Bar @ Formby Hall is the kind of place visitors return to again and ag
SageHouse Formby
4-6 Chapel Ln
SageHouse Formby is a well-established favourite in Formby village. With dozens of Google reviews averaging 4.6 out of
Amigos
Above the Wedding Rooms
If you're looking for somewhere to eat in Formby, Amigos is well worth considering. It strikes the balance between qual
Little italy
95 Church Rd
Little italy is a well-established favourite in Formby village. Rated 4.7/5 on Google, it's clear that Little italy kno
M&S Food To Go
Liverpool Rd
Tucked into Formby village, M&S Food To Go is the kind of place visitors return to again and again. At mid-range prices
Subway
Southport Old Rd
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
N & N Treats
Unit 15
N & N Treats has earned a firm following in Formby — and it's easy to see why. It strikes the balance between quality a
Waterfields
21 Chapel Ln
Bakery chain offering sweet & savoury baked goods, plus sandwiches & celebration cakes.
Formby Sushi Daily
Three Tuns Ln
Formby Sushi Daily has earned a firm following in Formby — and it's easy to see why. Rated 5.0/5 on Google, Formby Sush
N and N Grill
Formby
Tucked into Formby village, N and N Grill is the kind of place visitors return to again and again. Formby attracts a lo
YO! Formby Tesco Kiosk
Altcar Rd
Japanese dishes taken from the belt or ordered from the open kitchen at a colourful chain eatery.
Poke
36a Chapel Ln
If you're looking for somewhere to eat in Formby, Poke is well worth considering. The team takes obvious pride in what
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