Master Mcgrath's in West Lancashire

We had the best time at the Xmas revellers night on Saturday 14th December. The food, entertainment and customer service were all fabulous and we are already looking forward to attending our 5th revellers night next year!

My first visit to this restaurant that has been open over 35 years I think, I live 15 minutes away and whilst I eat out regularly, this place just never got on the clock. A Sunday Lunch with 5 of my family, a main course, sweet and drinks. The roast beef, Yorkshire pudding and a good selection of tasty vegetables that 4 of us had was superb, 2 that were asked for pink arrived as requested and the beef was tasty and very tender. The sweets were lovely and my pint of Wainwrights hand pulled beer was one of the best kept I have had. The service from start to finish was excellent and they even asked how are sweets were...never had that before. I will mention the place to my son and partner as it has a dog friendly bar at the side that serves the same menu. A very pleasant Sunday Lunch, with no annoying children all over the place and no music.

Held the reception here after our son's funeral. The setting was good and the buffet was exceptional. Not cheap but you get what you pay for. The only downside was when I asked a member of staff they told me there was no disabled toilet. As a stoma bag wearer I need a disabled toilet but had to manage in the gents.

Brilliant food using locally sourced ingredients, great service, and a nice place to sit. The lunch menu is a bargain too. 3 adults and a child eating 2 courses with drinks for £75. Will come again when next in the area. Thanks

Excellent service and quality food as usual.

By far our favourite place to eat out ! Extremely friendly staff ! The food is just incredible. We had the prawn cocktail and the trio of meats roast dinner and the vegetarian shepherds pie. We always recommend this place to people. It’s just one of those places where you feel appreciated as a customer and you know the service is always so friendly. In fact writing this review has made me decide I’m going there for lunch !! Best food around in my opinion.

First time visit and certainly not the last. Great atmosphere, excellent staff and high quality food beautifully presented. Dietary restrictions catered for with ease.

It was our Anniversary and once they knew that, the service was 5 Star, they made us feel special. Our meal was absolutely delicious, from starter to dessert! We are coming back for more,Sunday lunch next. Thank you for a lovely time,meal and atmosphere. 💕

Always great food at Master McGrath. You are always guaranteed a friendly welcome too

We had the Autumn menu excellent value with good choices, portions and really tasty food Even though we were a table of eight service service was prompt and delivered with a smile 100% recommendation

First visit after reading positive google reviews. Food took 50 minutes from ordering to arriving and no, the restaurant wasn't busy. Sunday lunch was warm but not hot and overpriced for the quality. On a positive note, there was plenty of parking space

Absolutely fabulous food yet again here. Staff and service is excellent. Nothing too much trouble. Always lovely here and would highly recommend. Sunday roasts are fantastic here too.

Visited with friends for a Sunday roast, superb service food was equal to this and the owners were lovely people. Dogs allowed in the bar area which is ideal.

Great food, atmosphere and super service. Highly recommended.

Absolutely delicious food last night. All 10 of us thoroughly enjoyed ourselves

Really enjoyable Friday night out with friends. Fabulous food, served with a great smile and lots of care. Cannot ask for more!!! The steak teriyaki is something else!!!!!

Great food and service, with plenty of gluten and dairy free mains 😊 Six months later, still great. Lovely atmosphere and great food 5✨

My first time here and looking forward to going back again

We had a family birthday meal for 14 people. The food was really nice, the service was excellent. I wouldn't hesitate to book again for a a large group.

Delicious food - the fresh seafood casserole was perfect, as was the chocolate fondant. Attentive, thoughtful service from Jim, Trudy and the team. So good that we came back the very next night! The highlight of our visit to Southport.

The food was really tasty, my risotto could have done with a little less time under the warming lamps (or whatever they use) whilst the rest of the tables food was being prepared, as it had a skin on the top! But neather the less it tasted very flavoursome. And the crispy poached egg for my starters was still runny! So double thumbs up for that. We haven't been here for 25/30 years and couldn't notice any change in décor, so maybe needs updating hence 4 star for atmosphere. But then again, Master McGraths are still here so "if it's not broke don't fix it" springs to mind. Well done all-round, we had a lovely evening with good food. What's not to love? 👏

We have dined here a number of times over the years. The meals are fantastic and never disappoint. The staff and owner are very helpful and friendly. Would recommend for any occassion/celebration or just to pop in for a meal. You will not be disappointed. Celebrated our Golden7 wedding anniversary yesterday at our Daughter's with friends a family and thought we'd go here just the two of us. Meal brilliant as we knew it would be and staff and atmosphere great. Would highly recommend.

You can actually taste the food.

1st time here and won't be the last I would recommend everything about my visit food was delicious I went for beef roast and a desert was all good and the staff couldn't do enough for you drove past so many times over the years but I will never drive past again 100 per cent recommend on food and price 👌

Title says it all really..! One of the best Sunday lunches in the Southport area in our opinion. We like our beef medium rare and you are given an option of well done or medium rare. Very good quality meat and massive Yorkshire puds. The gravy is epic - I’d recommend asking for a bit of extra gravy if you like it swimming. Sensibly priced for quality food. Will be going back!

OwnerJim quickly introduced himself and made us very welcomed. He was so interested in my story of being paralysed on the floor after a fall out walking. 9 months in Southport Spinal Injuries Unit and time after saw me progress from wheelchair to walking. Jim is a very fit looking man and no wonder after he told us of his Iron-man exploits! The service he and his daughter gave us was outstanding. The food was excellent and was served very promptly. The number of times we have passed on our at least annual visit to Southport and not called in. We will in future. It is no wonder his business thrives in such difficult times. Well done to you all.

Sunday roast is superb, best in the area in my opinion.Three of us had pork, the fourth had a selection of meats. Staff super friendly, never had a bad meal here.

Visited on Father's Day with my husband for a pre booked lunch. All the staff were lovely and our Sunday lunch of lamb was also very tasty. The owner ensures that you are happy with your food and the whole visit was excellent. This was our third visit and won't be our last. I would recommend a visit

The food was fabulous. Well done chef

Amazing food amazing service love this place you Carnt find a better place to go we go every week when we are at home Asa and Louise

Absolutely unreal food and super service too :) we had the prawn cocktail and pate to start (took one home for my sister because it was so good) fish and chips and a roast dinner (beef, gammon and pork) Served by really friendly staff in a great atmosphere ! Definitely our favourite place

The food is normally up to standard here, but after the experience I had today, I can safely say I will not be returning. Usually order the Triple cooked chips, Today we were served frozen chips that arrived undercooked. When we told the waitress she was polite and apologetic, shame that can not say the same about the large bald gentleman who was in charge of front of house. He didn't take criticism too kindly and after advising me that the menu will be re printed to show that they are all frozen, due to the potatoes now being harder for them to get (restaurant is next to a potato field) He then abruptly slammed the card reader down and stormed off in a huff. Very unpleasant experience and hardly what you'd expect from somewhere that considers itself as a fine dining establishment.

We had my son's wake here last Friday. They were so accommodating, buffet was excellent and the staff so good. Well done and thank you Master McGarth team.

Loved it here, but its time to change the menu

Amazing food, lovely friendly staff, be coming back soon

Beautiful meal, yesterday .starters seafood and meatballs just gorgeous. Main meal ..lamb hotpot and wagyu beef burger just amazing.lovely staff.atmosphere amzing

Always good freshly prepared food with very wide choice on menu.

Came here for a birthday meal with my Nan. The food over exceeded expectations. The fish and batter were lovely. The chips were amazing. All sauces taste homemade. The sausages tasted like the butchers best and the tempura prawns were hand battered and fresh. Desserts and staff were 10/10 as well. All in all, a very enjoyable experience. Wish more places had this ethos.

"We booked a table for five to celebrate Mother's Day, and our experience exceeded expectations. The food was exceptional, with generous portions served piping hot. The service was impeccable; the staff went above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction. We can't fault this restaurant—it's a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire team. Thank you for a memorable dining experience!"

Treated my mother for mothers day and we had a great time. Quick service, food cooked perfectly and friendly staff. Couldn't ask for more

Lovely place , great staff and great food

10/10 from start to finish. Outstanding food and customer service set in a very relaxed atmosphere. I would highly recommend to anyone. Best meal we've had in a long time. Thanks to Jim Trudy and all the team can't wait to return 😋

Very accommodating and welcoming staff. Warm and friendly environment, beer good and food was excellent quality, quantity and hot. Thank you.

Waited a while for our drinks but apart from that absolutely amazing food was delicious perfect

Good food, reasonable prices and lovely staff.

After recently moving into the area and having had numerous family and friend recommendations we ventured for our first visit. We wasn't disappointed. Lovely welcome, nicely laid out, and spotlessly clean restaurant. Very attentive and helpful staff. Great menu selections and delicious food. Popular with diners even on a damp and dreary Thursday evening. Highly recommended and will regularly return.

Really enjoyed our first visit. Sunday Roast was lovely. Booked again for next month with friends

Fantastic service and brilliant food, I started with the omelette and moved onto the pork loin main and would definitely recommend both dishes. Later tempted by the ice cream for dessert, genuinely amazed I could walk back to my car later carrying my food baby. First visit since late summer last year but won’t leave it that long before next visit.

We don't live nearby so can't be described as regulars but we've been coming to McGraths occasionally since it opened (I remember Jim leaving The High Moor). As always the food was lovely. Last time we visited, the place was rammed at lunchtime with most tables taken and a couple of family groups in, so there was a real vibe. This time it was just us, so completely soulless. For the first time ever we opted for the reduced size options but definitely won't be doing that again. For the price differential, as ridiculous as it sounds I'd rather have the full version and leave some if necessary. Nobody is expecting a visit to McGraths to be 'bargain basement', but two starters, two smaller portions and some soft drinks came to nearly fifty quid. No alcohol, no puds, no coffee. We will of course be back but will revert to Plan A.

Excellent food and service,a little more expensive than the norm,but well worth it.

Sunday lunch for two family members birthdays. The food was excellent starters where a good size and serve well presented mains the same one had the fish an chips gluten free and said she really enjoyed it as she struggled getting it elsewhere the other birthday girl had the venison and pheasant casserole and loved it also, staff where attentive nothing a problem for them really enjoyed our visit. A very friendly welcoming restaurant good decor nice and cosy with great food thank you

My wife and I went there for Sunday lunch on her birthday. They had found out it was her birthday and as a surprise we were served some delicacies of the chefs choice served on small platters which were delightful. The menus we were given were specially printed and personalised with my wifes name at the top. I had strips of fillet of beef in a Teriyaki sauce served with stir fry veg and steamed rice. The beef was extremely tender and the sauce was wonderful. My wife had roast beef well done and all the trimmings. She loved it. As well as the food the staff were extremely pleasant and always on hand if anything was required which include the owners Jim and Trudy. The final bill was very reasonable and certainly not overpriced. We can thoroughly recommend Master McGraths to anyone wanting excellent food and friendly service

Great restaurant The fillet steak was the best I've had for a very long time! Excellent service, great atmosphere and attentive staff,

A lovely 60 birthday meal with a large family and friends group. Food was great, atmosphere spot on. Everyone had a lovely time

1st time here...and was very impressed from service to food....absolutely amazing!!

The food here is always very good. There is a very relaxed atmosphere and the service is great.

We had a fabulous night, the meal ,a la Carte, Venison and Pheasant, it was delicious Great starters. the evening’s entertainment was brilliant, A really good singer with some disco In between. We celebrated and danced (loosely speaking) the night away. Will go back . A great family restaurant. Thanks Jim ,wife and daughter.

The restaurant was almost empty when we arrived and lacked much character as a result. We were surprised as we went at a usually busy time. We had to wait to be seated as no one seemed to know we arrived. The food and drinks were fine, but definitely seemed expensive for the price. The Christmas pudding was burnt through and mostly inedible. Overall not the worst place I’ve been, but for the price I would definitely expect more. Even the waitress commented that the price was a lot for 2 people and we only had 2 courses.

As ever, superb food and made very welcome!!! Stunning!!!!! Lucky enough to have been visiting for years, never had anything but a great experience!!! Thank you

We thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas Day lunch. The main course was cooked to perfection and every course was delicious. The service was very efficient, friendly and accommodating. Always a lovely warm welcome from Jim, Trudy and their daughter. Thanks to everyone for making it such an enjoyable experience.

My partner and I dined here on boxing day mainly because I only live about half a mile away and we don't spend Christmas together so boxing day is like our Christmas day. We have visited a few other venues locally over the 3+ years I've been here and most of them have been okay. Why we have not tried here before is something we now regret! From start to finish the experience was outstanding! The staff were polite and friendly and nothing was too much trouble, especially considering I'm a miserable, shorts wearing, scruffy ex squaddie! And then the food arrived... I'm a massive foodie and quite critical but like most folk I've not tried everything I want to try. I'd never had pheasant so opted for the saute of venison with pheasant breast and mash, my partner went for the mushroom stroganoff with a side of crystal bread. Very rarely do we not chat whist dining but yesterday hardly a word was spoken by either of us! The presentation was lovely, the portion size was perfect and the food itself was absolutely divine! Never have I not added salt and pepper to meal until yesterday. I really can't put into words how much I/we enjoyed the experience! The chef even took the time to come to our table so I could thank him personally and what a smashing bloke he was too! I'd told a few guys where I work that we were going and they asked me to let them know what it was like and I most certainly will! Both meals, plus deserts, a pint of lager shandy, pint of inchs cider and glass of really nice port... all for 60 quid! Before we'd even paid the bill we had decided that this will definitely be a regular place to dine from now on. Thank you very much to all we interacted with yesterday and a very special thank you to your superb chef for what can best be described as "exquisite cuisine"! Best wishes, Arnie and Linda.

We had our Christmas lunch here for the second year running & was not disappointed absolutely brilliant food & service

Just back from lunch, absolutely divine meal. JIm, Trudy and the team excelled. Delicious doesn't really describe it and the service was excellent as usual. Didn't really want to leave....great experience will be back soon, thanks.

This is our favourite place to go for good food in pleasant surroundings. The Sunday lunch is impeccable and far superior to anywhere else in my opinion. The atmosphere is cosy and the staff are fabulous.

I go to this place about once a year with girlfriends. This last time the food was truly exceptional. There’s always a good choice which constantly changes with what’s in season etc. I had teriyaki beef which was so delicious I’ve not stopped telling people....

Absolutely amazing food, very friendly staff and pleasant surroundings and atmosphere. We will definitely be visiting again soon and often.

Food was lovely, great dinner with an absolutely amazing chocolate fondant for dessert. It was a cold day but did seem a little chilly inside & people had coats on!! WiFi was also very patchy, but you probably didn't need to be distracted from the food really, it was only as I was trying to follow the football!

Our Christmas tradition is getting our tree from Massams then onto Master McGraths for food, wouldn't have it any other way........ it's the start of Christmas for us! 🎅

Had my father’s funeral wake here. Colin could not have been more helpful and the food was fabulous and tailored to our wishes. The cost was amazingly good value .

Extremely friendly place used by the local residents as there local lovely woodburning fire ,real ales ,lovely decor ,great range of locally sourced food as described by the large chalk board even stating that your local spuds were picked by Ann and your fish was responsibly sourced locally can't get more eco sourced than that

The staff in master Mcgrath's were very friendly and attentive, the food was exceptional (this coming from one of the fussiest eaters ever) everything was cooked to perfection. It was warm and cosy inside and tables positioned in a way that allows privacy. We will...

The staff in master Mcgrath's were very friendly and attentive, the food was exceptional (this coming from one of the fussiest eaters ever) everything was cooked to perfection. It was warm and cosy inside and tables positioned in a way that allows privacy. We will be back as soon as possible.

Not been for awhile - and the wife fancied it. Im disappointed on reflection - food tasted excellent - my gripe is the quantity . Opted for the Mushroom stroganoff with added fillet steak (+£5) on an already £15 dish . Lucky - if there were 2 mushrooms in the dish, and I got a whole 3 pieces of fillet steak in it, too. 6 green beens and a pot of rice . Had I known I was having finedining sized portions, I would have had a starter ! We also waited 20 mins for our order to be took-surprised as it wasn't over busy . Used to be spot on here - good prices -good sized portions, but like a Mars bar, its size has shrunk whilst prices rise.Wifes meal wasn't much better and again £20 I'm sure the owner will defend it ! Shame really - we used to enjoy it here-but I won't be back again .

First time today, we had a roast dinner. It was absolutely spot on , couldn't fault it one bit. Lovely place, lovely food and lovely people. We will be back again soon.

This place is our ‘go to’ restaurant for an amazing Sunday roast. Myself and the family are always treated really well and made to feel at home as soon as we arrive.

My wife and I went last night and we took our elderly Auntie with us. We have not been for many years and we were noticeably impressed with just how clean the restaurant was when we walked in. The food was amazing and great value...

Fantastic food served here in a very friendly atmosphere . Simply the best pub/restaurant food I've ever had . I highly recommend the Lamb Shepherds Pie with vegetables 😋 The owner came to see if we were enjoying our meal and the staff were also very friendly. If your in the area , we highly recommend going to this lovely place . We are definitely going back when we visit my Madelyn's family near Liverpool ...

We had a function for 50 people here and it was brilliant. The communication before hand was excellent, very proactive and helpful. They had thought of everything we might need and more . A Spotify play list was even made for us. The buffet was...

Absolutely spot on. Presentation of food and staff is lovely. We will definitely be returning to this really nice place. Well worthy of star's.

Ist time diners at the restaurant , enjoyed the food although a couple of things were on the cold side. Service wasn't best the staff are very nice but was left long periods of time with no food. Might have been a one off so would return

Had are wedding meal here on 16th September and was absolutely fantastic. They did us proud nothing was to much trouble and made the day very special. Thank you to all the team at Master McGraths.

Simple pub food menu but really good quality which is not so common in many places these days.

Superb restaurant, food and service a 10 from me

Really disappointed today food cold Luke warm at best roast potatoes not good either don’t know if they were frozen or not looked crispy but chewy.! Recommend serving veg with meat and potatoes at same time.

Exceptionally well made food which let the ingredients speak for themselves. Atmospheric interior.

Fantastic food and wine Lovely friendly and helpful staff

Absolutely delicious meal, lovely decor, fabulous service. I've never seen so many gluten free options on a menu for nearly everything I can't usually have. Vegan, veggie and gluten free, children all catered for. Was a fabulous meal so delicious and perfect for family and...

We went for lunch, food was first class,service was first class, as good if not better than anywhere we've been recently, You really need to try this restaurant it's awesome.

Jim and Trudy were the best hosts we’ve had. Our meals were exceptional, budget friendly and the bar was well stocked. Jim went above and beyond for us as we were new to the area. Will definitely be returning in the near future.

Brilliant place, good people and exceptional food

Despite not living too far away have never eaten here before and don't know anyone who has. Well worth the visit, the food is excellent and a menu with loads of choice. Will definitely return.

Hungry? You won’t be after visiting here. Every time is always as good as the last. Love it.

As usual….. exceptional. No other words needed other than to say the crème floats to the top and this restaurant has stood the rest of time

We have been coming here for years. Never disappoints.

Lovely little date afternoon for me and my partner minus the kids. Lovely setting, warm welcome, iced water already on the table on arrival. Service straight away for drinks and then soon after for food. We both had the Sunday roast. I had the carvery...

We visited Master Mcgraths tonight and we were not disappointed. The food was delicious and the service was excellent made all the better by the lovely staff. We will be visiting again and we will highly recommend to friends. Thank you for making our visit so enjoyable. Debbie and Alan Davies

My favourite place to dine, food delicious, staff friendly. Can’t beat it for fish dishes or Sunday roast.

Lovely dinner fab food huge portions and service . With proper chips. So reasonable will be back to try lunch

This is not pub grub. Restaurant flavours in a relaxed hospitable environment. Well worth the 30 minute drive.

Late afternoon journey from Southport and needing lunch. First time visitor and a warm friendly welcome. My starter of black pudding was freshly prepared and ver tasty. Main course of Cumberland sausages, fries and rich onion gravy was heaven on a plate. Already thinking of...