A shared passion. A place to call our own.
Founded by three lifelong hospitality professionals with a combined 55 years of experience across established Liverpool dining venues.
Built by hospitality people, for the neighbourhood.
After decades spent managing, cooking, and welcoming guests across Liverpool's hospitality landscape, Tasha Godwin, Eugen Raka, and Mark Lavelle decided it was time to create something truly independent.
The vision for Solace was never about following fleeting hospitality trends or building a sterile chain concept. It was born from a desire to open the kind of restaurant they themselves always wanted in South Liverpool: welcoming, refined, human, and rooted in exceptional standards.
Tasha Godwin · Eugen Raka · Mark Lavelle
Co-Founders, Solace Liverpool
Tasha Godwin
Co-Founder
Bringing years of Liverpool front-of-house leadership, Tasha ensures every guest is greeted like a returning friend, setting a tone of warmth and effortless care.
Eugen Raka
Co-Founder
With a deep European hospitality background, Eugen curates our wine cellar and shapes the restaurant's intimate evening ambiance, cocktail programme and service rhythm.
Mark Lavelle
Co-Founder
Mark steers the culinary craft at Solace, combining traditional technique with vibrant European influences across both daytime brunch and evening sharing menus.
Proudly Independent on Smithdown Place
We chose 12 Smithdown Place because we love South Liverpool. Our suppliers are local where possible from Crosby Coffee roasted on Merseyside to independent British butchers and European organic vineyards.
Planning a gathering? For tables of 7 or more guests, please reach out to our team directly.