The competition set up to celebrate the easing of lockdown asked the public to choose their favourite Pub or Restaurant in Blackpool. A huge number of venues were entered into the competition from across Blackpool with more than 2,000 people making nominations, these were then tallied to find the top 5 pubs and the top 5 restaurants.
The top 5 are:
Pubs
- The Armfield Club
- The Gallant Pioneer
- Garlands
- The Spen Dyke
- Number 13 Bonny Street
Restaurants/Cafes
- Emily James Cafe & Bistro
- The Amazing Graze Food Court
- Mr Basrai’s
- Italio
- The Beach House
Over the coming weeks Scott will be asking the public to choose a final winner from each category who will be named Blackpool pub or restaurant of the year. Scott will then visit both the winners to congratulate them. Voting for Blackpool’s best pub and restaurant will close on August 31st and the winner announced.
Scott Benton MP said:
I’m glad to see hospitality open again after a difficult 15 months. It is now vital that we support our local businesses where possible. I look forward to visiting the winning businesses for a pint and a meal to see what makes them special.