Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses
Collier's Wood, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A practical pick for relaxed London plans when Venezuelan deli-restaurant character matters more than formal service. Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses is better suited to casual dates, small celebrations, and takeout-style meals than business dining or high-ceremony occasions.
About Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses
Compared with named options such as Takahashi or Smoke & Salt, Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses is best described by its basics: it is in London, the dress code is casual, and its opening days run from Wednesday to Sunday. The useful read is not to assume a formal occasion format; it is to treat the venue as a casual London option and confirm any booking or service details directly before planning around them.
Consider this when the group wants a relaxed setting rather than a dressy room. While the venue name includes “Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses,” it does not list a detailed menu, prices, seating layout, takeaway, delivery, or booking pressure. For a special occasion, that means keeping the plan simple: use it when casual is the point, and avoid building the evening around unconfirmed extras.
Better for relaxed celebrations than formal dining
The dress code is casual, so Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses makes most sense for low-key plans rather than highly formal dining. If the occasion depends on a particular seating style, a specific menu format, or a tightly choreographed meal, check with the venue first. If the priority is an easy London meal with a casual tone, this is the more natural way to frame it.
The hours run Wednesday through Sunday: Wednesday 5–10 PM, Thursday to Saturday 12–10 PM, and Sunday 12–8 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed. Those hours are useful for planning, but they do not confirm separate lunch service, takeaway, delivery, or any particular menu availability. Treat the schedule as a firm planning fact and confirm other details before committing a group.
Use it when convenience matters more than ceremony
Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses should be considered when a casual London setting is more important than ceremony. For a broader search across the city, use the London restaurants guide, but keep the comparison grounded: its key details are the venue name, London location, casual dress code, and opening hours.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- 4-6 Merton High St, London SW19 1DN, United Kingdom
- Website
- liqui-liqui.com
- Phone
- +442084081136
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Liqui Liqui reads like a compact, personable neighbourhood deli that surprises as much as it comforts. Tucked on Merton High Street, the interior’s focus on Venezuelan deli culture and artisan cheese gives the place a distinctive, charming personality that stands apart from its suburban surroundings. It feels intentionally unshowy: a local specialist rather than a food-world spectacle. The tone is approachable and community-minded, with the specificity of its menu lending a characterful edge. The result is a casual, friendly spot that foregrounds provenance and flavour without pretense.
Best For
This venue caters to locals, cheese enthusiasts and anyone curious about Venezuelan deli staples. It suits solo visitors popping in for a quick, authentic bite as well as small neighbourhood groups who want shareable, straightforward dishes like arepas and tequeños. Because Liqui Liqui prioritises everyday community service over formal dining rituals, it isn’t aimed at fine-dining occasions; instead it’s best for informal lunches, casual meet-ups and exploratory visits by diners who appreciate artisanal cheeses paired with traditional Venezuelan flavours.
Ordering Tips
Start with the Venezuelan classics on the counter: the Zarate arepa and the crisp, cheesy tequeños are reliable introductions to the menu, while Pabellon Criollo represents a heartier, more traditional plate. Given the deli’s artisan-cheese emphasis, ask staff for a small cheese selection or recommendations on which cheeses complement each dish: the team’s specificity on provenance is a strength. Portions work well for sharing, so order a few items to sample across textures and temperatures rather than committing to a single entrée.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and welcoming with vacation-like decor, authentic music, and a lively atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Pabellon Criollo
- Tequeños
- Zarate Arepa
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 4-6 Merton High St, London SW19 1DN, United Kingdom
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 12–10 PM
- Friday
- 12–10 PM
- Saturday
- 12–10 PM
- Sunday
- 12–8 PM
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Black Radish, Notable alternative
- Takahashi, Japanese, ££££
- ssam ssam, Notable alternative
- Smoke & Salt, Modern Cuisine, £££
- Turo Turo Tooting, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares
Choose Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses over Takahashi when ease and informality matter more than a high-spend Japanese meal. Takahashi sits in the ££££ tier, so it is the stronger choice for a serious splurge or tightly planned occasion; Liqui Liqui is the more flexible call for a casual celebration or off-premise plan.
Smoke & Salt is the better comparison for diners who want a more composed restaurant experience, with Modern Cuisine at £££. Pick Smoke & Salt for a structured dinner where ambience and pacing carry the night. Pick Liqui Liqui when the value is in a specific Venezuelan deli-restaurant identity and a lower-pressure setting.
Black Radish, ssam ssam, and Turo Turo Tooting are worth cross-shopping if the main goal is an easier London meal rather than a destination booking. Turo Turo Tooting is the closest peer in spirit for a casual, specific-food craving; Black Radish and ssam ssam make more sense when location or group preference decides the booking.
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Compare Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses | London | No published awards | ||
| Black Radish | London | No published awards | ||
| Takahashi | London | Japanese | ££££ | 2026 Harden's Top 100 UK Restaurants · #65Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| ssam ssam | London | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 Michelin Plate | ||
| Smoke & Salt | London | Modern Cuisine | £££ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Turo Turo Tooting | London | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses?
The hours are Wednesday 5–10 PM, Thursday to Saturday 12–10 PM, and Sunday 12–8 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed. Those hours show when the venue is open, but they do not confirm separate lunch or dinner menus.
What are other restaurants to compare with Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses?
Other named options to compare include Black Radish, Takahashi, ssam ssam, Smoke & Salt, and Turo Turo Tooting, depending on the kind of meal you want. Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses is a casual venue in London.
Is Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses good for a special occasion?
It is a casual option rather than a formal celebration room. The dress code is casual, and its hours run Wednesday to Sunday.
How far ahead should I book Liqui Liqui Venezuelan Deli Restaurant & Artisan Cheeses?
It does not establish booking pressure or reservation availability.
