The Botanical Garden (Baltic Triangle pop-up bar)
A plant‑filled, seasonal outdoor bar in the Baltic Triangle specialising in gin, street food and relaxed live music under festoon lights.
A seasonal outdoor bar in Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle, The Botanical Garden occupies a suntrap yard behind an old ice-cream factory and specialises in gin-led cocktails, relaxed live music and street-food vendors during its March–October season. Expect eclectic global plant-inspired décor, large communal seating, and a lively yet laid-back vibe that suits sunny afternoons, early-evening drinks and weekend socialising.
A brief summary to Botanical Garden
- 5 New Bird St, Liverpool, L1 0DN, GB
- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 12 pm-11 pm
- Tuesday 12 pm-11 pm
- Wednesday 12 pm-11 pm
- Thursday 12 pm-11 pm
- Friday 12 pm-11 pm
- Saturday 12 pm-11 pm
- Sunday 12 pm-11 pm
Local tips
- Visit on a sunny afternoon for the best atmosphere; the courtyard is at its sunniest and warmest then.
- Expect a rotating selection of street‑food vendors—arrive a little early for pizza or popular stalls before they sell out.
- Bring cash and card—the bar accepts cards but some pop-up traders may prefer cash.
- Check the venue’s seasonal opening months (typically spring–autumn) before planning an evening, as it closes in the off‑season.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Botanical Garden location weather suitability
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Clear Skies
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Any Weather
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Windy Conditions
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Rain / Wet Weather
Discover more about Botanical Garden
A seasonal city oasis shaped by plants and people
The Botanical Garden is an urban pop-up bar that brings a garden-party spirit to Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle, operating mainly across the spring and summer months. Set within the yard of a repurposed industrial building, the venue layers potted palms, climbing greenery and colourful planters to create an intimate, sheltered courtyard that reads more like a tropical backyard than a city bar. Weather and season dictate the mood here: warm, sunny afternoons turn the yard into a suntrap, while cooler evenings are softened by festoon lights and communal heaters.Drinks, flavours and a passion for gin
Gin is the bar’s signature: menus focus on juniper-forward serves presented as slushes, tins and classic gin-and-tonic variations, alongside a small but carefully chosen range of other cocktails and beers. Mixes tend to favour fresh, botanical flavours and uncomplicated creativity rather than ornate theatre. Drinks are calibrated for sociability—shareable, punchy and built to complement the simple street-food offerings that operate from independent vendors during service.Food, music and the social programme
The Botanical Garden partners with local street-food traders and seasonal pop-ups; offerings commonly include pizza and casual small plates designed for sharing. The bar programmes live music and occasional events across its open months, leaning towards relaxed daytime DJs and acoustic sets rather than late-night club line-ups. The result is a convivial soundtrack that suits conversations and casual gatherings without overwhelming the space.The site’s character and urban context
Located in a gritty-creative district, the venue embraces the industrial bones of its setting: exposed brick, repurposed pallets, muraled walls and artful clutter sit alongside green planting to create a deliberately informal, bohemian atmosphere. The yard’s compact footprint encourages social mixing—long benches and scattered seating make it easy to join groups or find a quieter corner, while mural art and plant displays provide colourful backdrops and visual interest.Practical vibe and visitor expectations
As a seasonal, outdoor operation, The Botanical Garden is busiest in fine weather and on warm weekends; programming and opening periods are concentrated in the warmer half of the year. The atmosphere is casual, pet-friendly at times, and well suited to groups, couples and solo visitors seeking a relaxed drinking spot with personality rather than a formal dining experience. Expect a festival-like energy on event nights and a mellow, sunlit hush on weekday afternoons.Notable quirks and local colour
Small touches give the place its personality: botanical-themed cocktails, artful signposting, and playful promotions such as step-count incentives that reward regulars with drink offers. The use of reclaimed materials and a rotating roster of independent food traders reinforces the venue’s grassroots, community-minded character and keeps the offering feeling fresh from season to season.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
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For the design and aesthetic lover
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For how adventurous you want the journey to be
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Location Audience
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Group Friendly
- Family Friendly
- Pet Friendly
