Emily's in Sefton

I definitely will go back again. It was very busy, so I think it would be wise to book a table.

Visited Emily’s for the second time for breakfast on a Saturday morning. Lovely atmosphere and lovely food, we were served by Lewis who was really nice and attentive

Really enjoyed our first visit here. Will definitely return ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Excellent breakfast accompanied by a medley of ABBA hits what's not to love!

We had an amazing time. Lewis our server was so attentive and looked after us so well. Will definitely be back!

Our waitress, Ash, was fabulous!

What a gorgeous place! Food was amazing and everything looked fab. The staff were all so friendly from the host who booked us in and sat us at the table to our server and also the bar staff. Special mention though to our server Tasha, she was so warm and welcoming and always had a smile on her face. Will be back again and recommend. Thanks x

Such a lovely atmosphere and great service from Kate

Thank you for making my daughter's Birthday special.Will definitely come again.

Excellent food and service. Emilies staff are amazing pleasant and efficient. Highly recommended

Came here as a group of 7 ladies to have a mini hen party. We came on a Saturday and had brunch. Food was lovely, decor inside was lovely & staff were friendly (but surprised them asking if we wanted to mix our champagne and Prosecco in the same glass though!) Would come again, possibly for dinner next time.

Perfect from start to finish Food amazing Staff wonderful Cocktails 🍸 lovely Lovely experience celebrating 🍾 my daughters 18th

The food is very tasty, especially the ‘Emily’s breakfast’ and the steak and eggs. It’s always hot and fresh and the coffee is lovely too. I would say the last couple of times I’ve visited tho service has been quite slow and we’ve had to ask for the same things such as water or the bill a few times because they just… forget? I’d understand if it was extremely busy but it hadn’t been. That being said I’d still definitely recommend a visit but be prepared for a wait!

Lovely sunday lunch with a long-time friend. We both had the beef (which was a little pinker than I normally like) but melt in the mouth delicious, with all the trimmings. I had the chocolate marquise, which was lovely, and my friend had panna cotta with a raspberry sorbet which exploded with flavour in your mouth. Highly recommended and as always will visit again.

Would highly recommend. 2 girls in particular.... Emily and Olivia, absolutely went above and beyond for us? Our 7yr old took a shine to Emily, and even tho the place was busy Emily still took time to make a wish in the well with our skye!! Brilliant!! Will definitely be returning soon!! X

It's a lovely setting, really beautiful and the staff are really tentative, polite and friendly. We've been here a few times for drinks but never eaten at Emily's so wanted to try the food. Unfortunately the food was mediocre for the price you pay. We had croquettes for an appetiser which was okay apart from the amount of mayonnaise. We had the ribeye beef for £45 to share and I have to say It was such an underwhelming meal, the beef was just okay and such a small amount no seasoning with about 7 chips and potato gratin it was just average and that would usually be okay if you're being charged normal pub prices. The star of the show was the dark chocolate dessert which was lovely. As mentioned we've been here for drinks before, we both had 4 cocktails each one was sent one back, twice and all the other cocktails were really poor compared to what we've had from their before. All in all a real let down on all fronts, sad to say we won't be back anytime soon.

We visited Emily's for the first time last week for my daughter's 13th birthday and it won't be the last. The venue is beautiful, perfect for a special occasion and such a lovely atmosphere. The food was very tasty and everyone in our group really enjoyed their meal. The service from the team was also fantastic, everyone was so friendly and attentive. A special thanks to Tasha who went above and beyond to make the birthday girl feel special and made us all feel very welcome. Will definitely return, need to try the brunch next time!

we only had tasters, so cant comment on full meals. cold charcutery was basic and not very interesting on the plate. but we cannot fault the staff servcie. is was excellent

Visited on a Wednesday morning for a private event, and was so good, I would definitely return again for personal reasons. We had brunch, and it was very tasty, and cooked well.

This place is truly dog friendly (not just dog tolerant) with beds available for your pooch to slumber whilst you enjoy the excellent food and great atmosphere. Highly recommended for dogs and their hungry human companions.

Out for a celebration. Drinks and snacks were ace. However our actual food was very disappointing. My main the bibimbap bowl was tasteless and dry, then eventually a sauce came out, careful to put a small amount on, was so salty and sickly I couldn’t eat my food. I didn’t want to create a fuss but did say something, nothing happened, turned up on our bill, thankfully got it taken off. I don’t like leaving negative reviews but I was disappointed to be leaving hungry.

A lovely birthday treat for my wife & daughter. The food & service were excellent, and, it came at a very reasonable price.

Formbys finest. Great food, great value and a really nice setting whether it be lunch or in the evening. The effort that's gone into the all year round garden is great too.

We were refused service before closing time and not for the first time. My son and I travelled 2 hours to go to Formby beach and eat at Emily's. We had been before to the beach and Emily's, it was an amazing day out. So much so my Eight year old asked if we could take the long drive and go again. Last time we went it was 15 mins before the end of brunch service and they refused us service as "the kitchen was too busy" and it was nearly last orders. I dug my feet in (nicely) and persuaded them to give us one of the various empty tables and we would order instantly but no rush. I have owned and run high end restaurants and know the temptation to change the rules because the team want a break so I knew how to sort it. When we came yesterday we knew to be early but due to the lack of parking we arrived 10 mins before the last orders but still on time. Once again we were refused service. First it was because they were too busy, I then pointed out the multiple empty tables and said we would be quick to order. Then it was the kitchen was too busy which really got my back up. If last orders are 2.45, they are 2.45 not when you want because you had a busy service. There is no way the owner would allow for this. If I found my team refusing business when there is space and time they would recieve a reprimanded for losing the business money. Emily's is a lovely spot, great food and the last time we ate the service was spot on but having to negotiate for a table every time I come is unacceptable and I will not return. Guest relations are critical and a kitchen should not dictate service policy because they don't want to cook food near to closing time.

We have eaten at Emily’s numerous times since it opened, unfortunately we won’t be going again, the de’cor of this restaurant is beautiful, but they are most certainly trading of the fancy soft furnishings and exposed brick ambiance, as the food, especially the lunch menu has declined significantly, can you let me know when the chef is free I’ll pop in and show them how to cook bacon sausage and steak ! All of our party had a complaint about the quality of the food, in particular the Nutrition Bowl, once a favourite it’s now shrunk in size, served in a horrible pottery small bowl, the ingredients were very sloppy and didn’t appear fresh, we ordered a side of skin on fries which was not what we received, frozen oven chips at best! (Think someone had popped over to Iceland for the cheapest they could find) some of the party had ordered steak in various meals, all asked by a server if they didn’t mind that the steak would be pink( how very unusual that they were not asked how they wanted their steak cooked…. Basic) when their meals arrived the steak was fatty and well done ! Beautiful restaurant, beautifully designed, but come on Emily’s the food has to be better than we were served yesterday !

Satisfactory food, great decor.

Absolutely beautiful restaurant!! Amazing food and wonderful staff. What more could you want. We have booked for my Mother in laws birthday brunch with her friends.

Amazing food and beautyfull place

The cocktails here are just outstanding! And the décor is certainly something to behold - if you like pretty colours and tasty drinks, this has to be the place for you! Well worth a visit no matter where you're from.

Gorgeous food love it here!!...Honestly the food is very tasty and filling! The steak sandwiches Wow, the sauce that flavour was yummy! Staff great! Very accommodating... nothing's to much.. happy to come back everytime

One of my favourite places! The food is gorgeous, the staff are the loveliest and the decor is unreal. Dog friendly too ✨️

We had high expectations for here, we asked a. Member of staff what the charcuterie of the day was, she came back said spicy picante we asked what this was she didn't know a young guy came over to help, when this arrived it was thin slices of salami on a plate when leaving the venue we saw other plates similar with cheese grated over.

Delicious food, beautiful place, great service!

This was our first visit after reading great reviews and wow, what an amazing venue. Kelly was our server and she was so warm and pleasant! The food was delicious, best eggs Benedict I’ve had, can’t wait to come back and try the A la Carte menu. The botanical theme makes this one of the best looking restaurants I’ve been to, worth the hours drive to get there. We eat out a lot and this was the best restaurant we have visited.

First time eating here. We came for my Grandson's birthday and the food,service and surroundings were fabulous.

Wow! Unbelievable place. Just go! Service was great. Drinks were amazing. Callum (at the bar) makes the best margaritas and espresso martinis! Food.. amazing! Bar service great! Definitely be returning!

I was disappointed, vegan option was very limited..I have dairy intorelence and mashed up pea soup or tomato salad were the only options. Roast was nice but not the best and was told vegan puddings option ..which was only sorbets, which is not the best when everyone around is tucking into gorgeous puddings.. Surely is chef trained , then other options could be available.. Service and atmosphere was lovely, but went home hungry and disappointed.

Only gave 4 stars as I only went for drinks but I’m pretty sure the food is top quality. Great decor and atmosphere. Staff lovely too will definitely try it out again for a meal next time

Excellent eatery in Formby village. Dark bar area on entering then two eating areas one in a kind of atrium area. Fairly quiet at 10 on a Wednesday but got busier as the morning wore on. Small but varied menu. Service very caring helpful and attentive. Emily’s Breakfast was excellent and the breakfast bowl with added steak was fantastic! Pretty good value for money. Highly recommended and will go again.

Staff very attentive and gave off happy vibes. No vegan sausage available with vegan brekkie but was given a little extra hummus and avocado

Visited Emily's for breakfast this last weekend. Decor is stunning. Lovely relaxed atmosphere. Katie, who looked after us was very attentive and helpful. Food was excellent would definitely recommend

Amazing place as always Connor and tasha where amazing see you all soon xxx

Lovely food, imaginative and with a modern twist. Staff very friendly and efficient. Great place for an informal lunch 😋

Beautiful place, fantastic staff who made a real fuss over a special birthday. Tasha who served us was a joy and made our day x x

Well, it must be that special day of the week when I go and get spoilt rotten by my friends at Emily's Breakfast Bar in Formby. So many happy ways to start the day, from the beautifully charming Hostess Lydia, to being seated and served by Charlie and Dempsey, I smiled so much my eyes leaked (I told them that was the Hayfever) but never have I mixed a Breakfast Margarita with such a wonderful Eggs Atlantic before. I still can't wipe the smile off my face, even now. In fact, I think I'll be smiling all weekend off the back of this visit. So I snuck in a little peak behind the curtain on my way out to see the special team Chef Tom has assembled (the team who never get their eggs wrong). And today I was delighted to see young Jack and Kyle (who know a thing or two about turning your breakfast into the best meal of the day). Their poached eggs (on a delicious bed of smoked salmon) topped by a drizzle of hollandaise with caviar garnish on a freshly toasted English muffin have replaced my usual Eggs Benedict as my new number one go-to monthly treat, and that takes some doing, believe me. So my five star (plus) breakfast of the month award goes to Emily's in Formby, not just for their excellent (world class) food, but for their fabulous service, their thoughtfulness, their kitchen staff, kindness and sheer attention to detail. Truly made me feel like I was back in Santa Barbara being treated like a superstar again, God bless them. It'll be difficult to limit myself to popping in just once a month from now on, it really was that much fun ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐(+)

Lovely off main St location a hiden gem in Formby will make a point of a revisit.

Highly recommend great food,service.

Heard so many good things about Emily's that I decided to pop in and see what all the fuss is about. And I'm really glad I did. From the very second I walked in I felt like I was being treated like a superstar. Everyone was so warm and accommodating, from Hostess Emelia (who led me to the perfect little corner seat) to the lovely Hannah who brought me the most delicious scrambled eggs with chorizo, caramelised onions and goats cheese with a healthy side of bacon. So inspiring was it, that I treated myself to a special little tipple they called a Mimosa (I think it tasted like champagne and OJ) and I plan on doing it again a lot more regularly too. It was an amazing way to start the day. Lots of very attentive staff made sure my first time here was just a little bit special, and those scrambled eggs were so much better than anything I could ever make, no matter how hard I try. And the place itself is delightful. A little bit like the TARDIS, it's much much bigger inside than it looks from the exterior. And comfortable too. There's a reason it gets more five star reviews than any of its local competitors. It's terrific. FIVE STAR (PLUS) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐(+)

Beautiful place, a few leaks due to the torrential rain. Staff were pleasant and food was beautiful

Exceptional venue, food was incredible and our sever was fantastic. Vant wait to get back for another roast dinner.

Still very good & still very busy, so Emily's is clearly getting things right! We had booked a table for 3 for midday, but we had to have vacated it by 1.30, which emphsises how busy they are. New location in Southport has recently opened.

Welcomed at the door and taken through to the lovely room at the back. 3 of the brunch choices were lovely (Steak and Eggs, French toast and Breakfast Barm), but the full English breakfast was let down by the black pudding and bacon. The only negative from an otherwise lovely meal. Will definitely be going again.

First class service and fabulous Emily's breakfast 😋

Went here the other week for my partners birthday and everything was amazing! The atmosphere and staff are incredible and although a little more pricey than your standard ‘cafe/Breakfast bar’ it’s worth every penny!

Only 3 stars for atmosphere but it was a quieter night but this meant we weren't hurried and had a delightful and relaxed meal.

Visited Emily's for the first time on Thursday evening and will definitely be back. The atmosphere was relaxed, the staff were lovely so friendly but professional, a special mention to our server Tasha who without doubt is a credit to the establishment. The service was great and the food we had outstanding and very reasonably priced for the choice, standard and quality. As we live in Birkdale we are looking forward to their new restaurant, Penelope's, opening soon on Rotten Row. Thank you all for making our evening special especially Tasha.

Rude staff who are the least accommodating to large groups! Would rather give my money to a business that appreciates customers! **The response below is factually incorrect and again is a representation of the customer service to treat myself and my family as lying? The wording in the email response is, word for word “ Unfortunately we would not be able to split the booking across two tables as these would have to be at different time slots and your food would not all be served together so to avoid any disappointment on the day this is why we do not uphold this” This is not offering to accommodate. My sister then called to see if anything more can be done as we had been with a party of 18 before just to get clarity and the girl who answered the phone was rude, abrupt and said, “if you’re not happy just go eat somewhere else” as we couldn’t understand why you can only serve 12 people a time slot when this has been accommodated before! She spoke with your manager who was polite but again offered no alternative and then advised it was fully booked anyway with a baby shower! Again, this response shows how rude and unappreciative of customers you are and please don’t lie online to make a point. If you want to resolve a genuine complaint about your service, provide us a complaints procedure rather than responding publicly Don’t worry we wouldn’t eat here again anyway so matter resolved!

Great ambience, service and food. The nutrition bowl and steak sandwich were very tasty. Will go back. 👍

What a great find !!! Amazing little place and the food was amazing !! Steak was cooked to perfection and service was spot on. Mushrooms for starter and onions rings . Then fillet steak for main. Also squeezed a rhubarb crumble and custard even though I was full but love rhubarb and it lovely . Emily was so friendly and welcoming and we highly recommend!!

Amazing food. Staff are so welcoming and friendly, lovely place to go for breakfast.

Great place for an Afternoon catch-up or for a great evening meal

Beautiful space to enjoy some really delicious food. Highly recommend.

The food was well prepared and tasty, the venue is lovely very well presented as you can see from the pictures I posted via Instagram. The only downfall unfortunately was a lacking service , I feel Emily’s relies on style over substance which is a shame. With such a high standard of venue I expected the same level of service and unfortunately it wasn’t there , I have dined in less style conscious venues were the service level hands down makes the experience a lot more enjoyable. The host who greeted us was very friendly and engaging  but from there on the service wasn’t great. - I added steak to my meal and wasn't asked how I would like it cooking, for me this is culinary basics. - Throughout the meal no one actually came over  to the table to see if everything was ok or if we had any issues . - The coffee order was brought over wrong after I had already had to repeat the order to the server as he relayed the order back to me wrong , we were left waiting with one coffee while the order was fixed instead of bringing two fresh coffees. - When paying  the bill i was asked  to “check it” to see that it was correct , the server helping at the time hadn’t taken the original order and was unsure.  A lack of communication between staff shouldn’t be seen by customers. - When my partner and I were leaving the facility there was a group of servers chatting near the front entrance , I was expecting a “thanks for coming how was your meal“ but instead , i was asked “ have you paid your bill” after responding “yes” i was then told that’s fine then and they continued there conversation , this isn’t acceptable behaviour from any customer service / hospitality facing role I found it extremely rude and embarrassing. Before posting the negative review I reached out to Emily’s to make them aware of the issues I had with no acknowledgment, again I find this very poor customer service and lacking professionalism.

Lovely food and always served by really pleasant staff. The pancakes were delicious and the portion size is really good. Can't wait to visit again.

We went for our breakfast this morning lots to choose from on the menu (difficult to choose they all looked good) went for the good old English breakfast which was delicious, service was great very accommodating for our party (couple of young ones) will be going back for sure.

Tasha our server was fantastic and made every effort to make our day as special as possible! Food was amazing!

Amazing food and drinks, atmosphere and service. Highly recommend

Such a lovely place! Stunning decor, genuinely warm and friendly staff, great coffee and the food was delicious! We loved our breakfast there this weekend just past. On a lovely high street too so a nice slow morning out! Highly recommend.

Beautiful place to eat and have drinks. Fabulous surroundings and lovely staff.

Popped in for lunch after visiting Formby beach with our little dog. Staff were very welcoming and looked after us well. Despite being quite busy the food came very promptly, and was delicious. Can highly recommend Emily's as a place for lunchtime food.

Lovely place, lovely people, great food.

The girls serving were amazing The food was absolutely delicious The atmosphere was so relaxing I loved it can't wait to go again ❤️

Excellent service, good food! Hannah the best!

Had an Anniversary Breakfast today and the videos on social media do not do it justice it’s a 100 times better….Food was amazing Pancakes where stunning can not think of any other words to describe the restaurant. Music was soothing and relaxing we sat by a water fountain which made it more calming and pleasant.staff where never needed to be prompted drinks where really enjoyable staff could not do anymore above and beyond 100% will be coming back for any other birthdays and celebrations

Steak sandwich was A1 and service was top notch, great spot

Friendly staff, good food! Would 100% recommend this place! The place amazing

Really enjoyed our visit, lovely venue and food was good and nicely presented

We had a fantastic time at Emily's. Our server was so nice and our roast dinner was the nicest we've had in a long time. We are looking forward to returning to try something else on the menu

One of the best places to eat, we ever visted

A great breakfast at Emily’s we will definitely be back. Thank you Tasha for looking after us and spreading the good vibes.

Fabulous Birthday lunch at Emily’s it is an absolutely gorgeous venue the decor and flowers are a joy. The staff are so welcoming and happy so they make you feel good. The food was delicious thank you Emily’s you kicked off my birthday celebrations in style xx

Probably the best breakfast I’ve had. Very nice place but staff can’t do enough for you and down to earth, definitely book

Fantastic place ! Flowers and greenery everywhere, great brunch on a Wednesday afternoon, breakfast burger hmmm

Such a shame. Best coffee in Formby but I was left like an idiot at the bar. Totally ignored. I’d given my flat white order 30 minutes earlier. Takes 90 seconds to make well. I left, went to Dapa instead. Such a shame. Just pure bad service. .

Lovely brunch with friends.good good and lovely surroundings.advise anyone to book a table as gets very busy but werent rushed at all by staff

Emily's in Formby is a culinary gem that offers a delightful dining experience. Nestled in the heart of Formby, this fine dining restaurant is a botanical hideaway that brings a unique brunch experience by day and an exquisite à la carte menu by night¹. The ambiance of Emily's is both stylish and welcoming, with decor that exudes a quirky yet sophisticated charm. The restaurant boasts a spacious layout, ensuring privacy for diners while maintaining a cozy atmosphere that's perfect for both romantic evenings and friendly gatherings². The menu at Emily's is a testament to the creativity and passion of the chefs. With options that cater to vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free diets, there's something for everyone¹. The dishes are a blend of traditional British cuisine with a modern twist, offering flavors that are both familiar and exciting. The Billionaire Cheesecake and King Scallops come highly recommended, and the Sunday roast is said to rival homemade quality¹. Service at Emily's is attentive and professional. Staff members like Tasha and Chris are praised for their excellent recommendations and friendly demeanor, enhancing the overall dining experience¹. In summary, Emily's is not just a meal; it's an experience. From the food to the service and the atmosphere, every detail is carefully curated to ensure an unforgettable visit. It's certainly worth the trip to Formby for those seeking a taste of fine dining excellence.

Loved it here so comfortable and food fantastic. The staff are welcoming and friendly. I will definitely return

We visited for a Sunday treat. The staff were helpful and the food was delicious. I really enjoyed the smoothies. A beautiful venue and the best place I've been in a long time. Exquisite surroundings and the spring flowers are breathtaking. Highly recommend.

Lovely place, food was gorgeous. Tasha who served was helpful and lovely thank you !

Our first visit and it certainly won't be the last. Amazing surroundings in the "garden" room, fantastic freshly cooked food and excellent service.

Lovely place definitely be back to try the tea time menu Brunch was fab food was amazing and service was great very friendly atmosphere.

I took my friend for a Birthday Brunch at Emily's this morning. We ordered our food and the waiter took away our menu's. Our food was brought in a reasonable time but I was a little confused as there wasn't any mushrooms or hash browns as i thought I had seen on the menu. I decided I must of got mixed up. Later in the evening it came to me again and I checked the menu on the website, there it was Emily's Breakfast including mushroom and hash browns... When it's £14 for a breakfast I would expect it to be on the plate as on the menu or an explanation as to why it's not. Other than that the place is beautiful and the staff pleasant.

Me and my partner have visited the restaurant this morning as my friend recommended. We really enjoyed the food ! It was amazing and we will return. Service was good too and the place inside was clean and aesthetic.

Gorgeous place - food was amazing and special shout out to Hannah for looking after us!! We will be back to boogie soon xx

So disappointed by our visit yesterday. Not disability friendly at all. When we arrived - myself, my mother, my child and my 90 year old disabled grandmother that walks with a walking aid - we were told by the hostess at the 'greeting' desk that there were no disability friendly tables available. I asked if there were no disability friendly tables in the whole restaurant and she said there were but they had been booked by other people for the rest of the day and they high tables with stools left for walk ins. This is just discriminatory. She could have easily switched round a reserved table for a stool table, in order to accommodate a disability but didnt. Instead, my disabled grandmother had to climb with difficulty onto a stool, because she didn't have the strength to walk to the next eating establishment.

Great food and excellent value for money. We loved visiting this place for lunch. Food was delicious and the prices were very reasonable, I have paid much more for food no where near as good as this. The atmosphere was lovely and the staff were polite and friendly. I would highly recommend a visit, we'll be back.

Amazing place to eat. Couldn't fault it

Wow, what an amazing place! It reminds me of The Ivy in Manchester but this place is 100 times much better, nice food too and quantity is way beyond and excellent value for money! We will be back very soon!!! Please open one on south road in Waterloo, especially by the beach x

Fabulous setting food and service

Great garden atmosphere on a sunny day in Formby made all the more fabulous by our waiter extraordinaire Ethan!