Liverpool has had its fair share of venues that have caused controversy over the years.
From Coyote Ugly on Bold Street complete with people dancing on the bar, the cafe inspired by Margaret Thatcher in 1970s Allerton or The PlayGround club on Thomas Steers Way, which became a haunt for celebrities, the city is no stranger to the odd head-turning hospitality hotspots. One particular site however caused a stir like no other this time 12 months ago as Hooters began its journey from the US to Water Street.
On February 15, Liverpool Council’s licensing and gambling sub-committee granted a premises licence to Beauvoir Developments Limited to bring a second branch of the popular US franchise to the city. The brand occupies the vacant New Zealand House on Water Street, previously home to Newz Bar, and was given the go-ahead despite concerns from ward members, residents and political leaders.
