City to get new bar and eatery in stylish location

Steven Burgess, left, and Josh Moore

Liverpool-based hospitality consultancy Lucky Penny Consultants is to open its own bar and eatery in October.

‘Abditory’ will open in Queen Avenue, which is located between Castle Street and Dale Street and is commonly known as Liverpool’s ‘Diagon Alley’ due to its hidden-in-plain-sight location and quaint architectural features.

The name ‘Abditory’ is a 17th century word meaning ‘a place to hide oneself or one’s valuables’ and is in reference to Queen Avenue being a slightly concealed part of the city.

The owners said Abditory will offer a discrete meeting, eating and drinking spot for those looking for old-school, cool, away from the usual branded city centre bars and restaurants.

They promise fantastic evocative cocktails, alongside German draught lager and some of the best toasties you can imagine.

If customers prefer wine, then Abditory will be stocking a quality boutique list along with the occasional bin end, which can be enjoyed with deli boards.

Lucky Penny said: “With a seat for everyone and tables that can be booked, Abditory is designed to be the new local hang-out where smart service and en pointe drinks can be enjoyed.”

The business is working with MgMa architectsto create a classic contemporary space that will have floor-to-ceiling doors and outdoor seating in the Summer months.

Queen Avenue

The bar will be operated by ex-Camp & Furnace founder Steven Burgess and Josh Moore.

Steven Burgess, managing director of Lucky Penny, said: “This is a bar that we want to go to.

“We want it to be a place we are proud of and can bring our wives, girlfriends, partners and workmates of an evening and enjoy a decent drink without the hassle.

“Everything in Abditory will mean something to us, from the names of drinks to the soundtrack, to the toasty fillings, we could not be more excited about having our own place in the city centre.”

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