The Grand Southport: 2023 Travellers’ Choice Award Winner
The Grand in Southport proudly announces its recognition as a 2023 Travellers’ Choice award winner by Tripadvisor, highlighting its unwavering commitment to excellence in hospitality. This prestigious accolade positions The Grand among the top 10% of restaurants worldwide. It serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work of our remarkable team, who consistently deliver exceptional standards and service.
This esteemed honour celebrates businesses that have consistently garnered outstanding traveler reviews on Tripadvisor over the past year. It’s an incredible achievement, especially given that The Grand achieved this recognition just over a year after opening its doors in July 2022.
**Exceptional Dining and Entertainment**
With a remarkable 5/5 rating, The Grand showcases our team’s ability to consistently provide excellence to our guests. Whether dining in The Grand Brasserie, enjoying live music in Chloé’s Piano Bar on Fridays and Saturdays, or attending one of our many fantastic events hosted in The Princess Grace Suite, our commitment to exceptional experiences shines through.
**Historic Transformation**
Mikhail Hotel and Leisure invested over £4 million in the historic Grade II Listed venue, transforming it from being empty and derelict for several years. The landmark building, celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, has undergone a rich history as an early car showroom, cinema, bingo hall, and casino.
**Investment in Southport**
Mikhail Hotel and Leisure is a significant investor in Southport, with properties including Lord Street Hotel, the Bold Hotel, Lord Street Sports bar, Punch Tarmey’s Irish themed bar, Mavericks Top Gun themed bar, and operation of the center bar inside Southport Market.
Tibu Pinedo, General Manager at The Grand, expressed his enthusiasm about the achievement: “We are truly honored to receive this esteemed award. It reflects the passion and commitment of our team to provide our guests with an unforgettable experience.”
Andrew Mikhail, Chairman of Mikhail Hotel and Leisure Group, shared his delight: “We are delighted to be recognized with the Tripadvisor 2023 Travellers’ Choice award. This achievement would not have been possible without our amazing team who consistently go above and beyond to ensure our guests have a remarkable time. We owe this remarkable achievement not only to our dedicated team but also to our exceptional chefs who continuously craft culinary masterpieces that leave our guests delighted.”
Head Chef Callum and Group Executive Chef Colin Gannon have played pivotal roles in curating menus that reflect our commitment to gastronomic excellence. “Their culinary expertise and innovation have been instrumental in creating an exceptional dining experience for our guests, ensuring that every visit to The Grand is nothing short of extraordinary. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our loyal customers for their continued support, and we highly value their feedback, which has been instrumental in shaping The Grand into the exceptional venue it has become today.”