Out In Chester

A late-Victorian corner pub near Chester's city walls, decorated throughout with World War I memorabilia and period artefacts. Family-run, adults only, with home-cooked British classics (the menu is called 'Trench Rations') and well-kept cask ales. Split opening: lunch then evening — closed mid-afternoon.

Independent live music venue tucked away in Rufus Court off Northgate Street. Hosts gigs, comedy nights, and DJ sets across two floors with a courtyard beer garden. One of Chester's most loved grassroots music venues.

Fine Indian dining on Pepper Street with authentic and contemporary dishes. Luxe, opulent interior with golden finishes and dark leather seating. Signature curries, biryanis, and tandoor-grilled mains.

A Brunning & Price pub in a Georgian mansion designed by Thomas Harrison, overlooking Chester Racecourse. Expect real ales, hearty British food, and a large garden terrace with views of the Roodee.

Arista Coffee is a cafe serving fresh coffee, juices squeezed on-site, paninis, toasties, and pastries with friendly staff. Located near Chester bus station with window seating.

Multi-award-winning Mediterranean restaurant and bar on Pepper Street. Two floors, 140 covers. Spanish pinchos, Neapolitan pizzas, homemade pastas, grilled meats, and seafood. Show-stopping tableside Grande Carbonara.

Assembly Bar is a venue on Watergate Street serving cocktails and food. It welcomes dogs and offers dining and drinks in a friendly environment.

Artisan bakery, deli, and coffee shop on Pepper Street Row, run by the team behind Twenty Eight bistro and Growing at Field28 farm. Freshly baked breads, patisserie, hot breakfast, barista coffee, and a deli fridge with provisions prepared by Chef's Table chefs.

Long-established Indian restaurant on Lower Bridge Street. Serves traditional balti dishes, tandoori specialities, and classic Indian curries in a cosy city centre setting.

Stylish cocktail bar and restaurant on Watergate Street. Known for its extensive cocktail menu, weekend brunch offerings, and a vibrant atmosphere with DJ sets on Friday and Saturday nights.

Contemporary Indian and Nepalese restaurant near Chester station on Steam Mill Street, overlooking the Shropshire Union Canal. Modern takes on classic subcontinental dishes in a canalside setting.

Underground cellar bar beneath the Grade II listed Watergate House, opened March 2026. Run by Pubs Limited, offering cocktails, craft beers, wines, and deli-style sharing platters in a relaxed, drinks-first atmosphere.

Basement cocktail lounge in the historic Bishop Lloyd's House on The Rows. Vaulted brick rooms, iconic cocktails, happy hour deals, and cocktail masterclasses. Popular for groups and celebrations.

Bean & Cole is a specialty coffee shop serving single origin beans from PLOT Roasting and rotating guest coffees, alongside an all-day brunch menu and baked goods from Kookaburra Bakehouse.

Specialty coffee shop in Chester's city centre serving single origin beans from PLOT Roasting and rotating guest coffees, alongside an all-day brunch menu and pastries from Kookaburra Bakehouse.

A Grade I listed, three-storey black-and-white half-timbered pub dating from 1664, originally the town house of the Earls of Shrewsbury. Real ales and real fires. Currently open just three days a week (Fri-Sun) with no food — kitchen closed permanently.

Community sports pub in Newton with open-plan layout and warm atmosphere. Seven large TV screens, Target Darts with auto scoring, pool table. Weekly pub quiz, occasional live entertainment. Burgers, nachos, hot dogs. Designated Asset of Community Value. 10-minute walk from Bache station.

Specialist craft beer bottle shop and taproom on Watergate Street. Offers a rotating selection of craft beers from local and international breweries, available to drink in or take away.

Italian restaurant chain on Eastgate Street. Serves classic Italian dishes including pasta, pizza, risotto, and desserts in a family-friendly setting.

Historic palace bar on Watergate Row, opened September 2024 in the stunning Bishop Lloyd's House. Serves Chester Beer brewed in small batches, Great North Pie Company pies, and cocktails. Bench seating on the Row with steins available.

Traditional Irish bar set in the impressive bricked arched undercroft of Gamul House on Lower Bridge Street. Three-roomed split-level layout with a strong focus on Guinness and Irish whiskey. Known for having some of the best Guinness in Chester.

Quick-casual BBQ smokehouse on Bridge Street. Same ownership as Palm Cocktail Bar on Watergate Street.

Historic Grade I listed building dating from 1494, believed to be the oldest surviving intact medieval house in Chester. Family-owned Spanish tapas restaurant and bar with Mediterranean flavours, seating for 70 guests plus a secret garden.

Craft beer and wine bar on Christleton Road with an extensive range of around 100 beers — 10 keg lines, 3 cask lines, and stocked fridges for drink in and takeaway. Closed Mondays.

A JW Lees riverside pub on the banks of the Dee, featuring heated beach hut booths and Chester's only floating beer garden — a moored barge on the river. Award-winning cask ales and popular Sunday roasts.

Italian-style bar and eatery in Rufus Court off Northgate Street. Serves prosecco, Italian wines, cocktails, and a menu of Italian-inspired dishes and sharing boards.

Stylish cocktail bar and canteen on St John Street. Known for creative cocktails, sharing plates, and a lively weekend atmosphere with DJs. One of Chester's most popular late-night spots.

A Samuel Smith's pub dating from 1643, tucked away on Chester's famous Rows. No phones, no music, no WiFi — just conversation, original beams, and some of the cheapest pints in the city.

Popular bar and restaurant on St Werburgh Street near the cathedral. Part of the national chain known for hanging kebabs, botanical cocktails, and live acoustic music. Set across multiple floors with a rooftop terrace.

Modern street-corner pub on Garden Lane with a big beer garden, sports TV, craft lagers, cask ales, and cocktails. Known for chargrill steaks, Sunday roasts, and burgers using Farmer's Meats. Weekend breakfasts from 10am.

Relaxed, ingredient-led dining within the 4-star ABode Chester hotel with panoramic views over Chester Racecourse and the Welsh hills. Contemporary small plates, British classics, all-day dining, and afternoon tea.

A casual dining spot serving hearty comfort food made with quality produce, offering pies, stews, breakfasts, and a selection of wines, stouts, lagers, and pale ales.

Spitting Feathers' city-centre showcase in Gamul House, a Grade II* listed medieval great hall with 13th-century origins. Eight handpumps of rotating cask ales, vaulted ceilings, and a 17th-century sandstone fireplace. CAMRA Cheshire Pub of the Year 2025.

Microbrewery pub on Love Street near the Northgate development. Brews its own fresh, unpasteurised, vegan-friendly beers on-site. Offers brewery experience days, a full food menu, and a selection of house-brewed and guest craft beers.

Brewski Chester serves North American comfort food including burgers, steaks, slow-cooked meats, and desserts, with seasonal menu chapters featuring British Wagyu.

Cafe located on Bridge Street close to Chester's shopping centre, serving breakfast and other meals with vegetarian options including halloumi, and milkshakes.

Well-reviewed pub on Tarvin Road in Boughton. Known for friendly staff and great food. Traditional pub atmosphere with a warm welcome.

Coffee shop in partnership with Snugburys ice cream, located in the Coachworks at Chester Northgate near the cathedral. Serves speciality coffee, cakes, and Snugburys ice cream.

Greene King pub on Faulkner Street with pub classics, Sunday roasts, and regular deals. Sky Sports, TNT Sports, dog friendly, family friendly, function space. Seniors menu available. Food served Mon-Sat 12-9pm, Sun 12-8:30pm.

Brown Sugar is an internet cafe offering free WiFi, computer terminals, printing and scanning services. The venue serves freshly prepared homemade food and cakes baked on premises, along with coffee and beverages in a relaxed setting.

Wetherspoon pub and hotel on Upper Northgate Street. Open 7am-11pm daily, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and a wide range of drinks at Wetherspoon prices. 11 en suite hotel rooms.

The Cabinet Club is a speakeasy-style bar located within Liquor and Co. on Watergate Street, operating Thursday to Saturday with extended late hours and available for private hire by request.

Cathedral café in the cloisters, rebranded from the Chester Cathedral Refectory. Light lunches, cakes, and afternoon teas in a historic setting.

The Cafe at The Walls serves homemade light lunches, sandwiches, and sweet treats, located by Chester's Roman Walls on Lower Bridge Street. The café offers coffee and afternoon teas, with seating that provides views of the ancient walls.

Independent café on Northgate Street open from early morning. All-day English and vegetarian breakfasts, cold sandwiches, toasted paninis, tortilla wraps, salads, homemade soup, and afternoon tea. Cakes, scones, and a full coffee menu. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available.

Café.Com is a relaxed and friendly café in Hoole offering all-day breakfast, paninis, wraps, and baked potatoes for collection and delivery. The venue provides dine-in service and takeaway options with free delivery on orders over £15.

Independent sandwich shop and cafe on St Werburgh Street near the cathedral. Freshly made sandwiches, toasties, coffees, and cakes with eat-in and takeaway. Kids' menu available. Student specials and lunch deals.

A Roman specialities restaurant and bar located on Chester Rows, serving authentic Roman cuisine made with local produce. Open Monday-Sunday from 12:00 (closing 22:00-23:00 depending on day).

The Carlton Tavern is a community pub in Handbridge that shows Sky Sports and BT Sport.

Quirky, independent cocktail bar hidden above Paysan on Bridge Street Row. Features an eclectic, fantasy-inspired interior with creative cocktails and a unique atmosphere. One of Chester's most distinctive hidden bars.

Craft beer and sports bar on City Road near Chester station. A relaxed underground setting away from the city centre.

Community-run pub and the only licensed venue in Vicars Cross. Cask ales from local brewers, 5 screens with Sky and BT Sports, quiz nights, live music. Function space for events. Food served Mon, Fri, Sat, and Sun.

Coffee shop on Watergate Street housed in a vaulted building, serving batch brew coffee, sourdough dishes, and sweet treats including gluten-free options.

Pool and snooker club off the Fountains roundabout on Victoria Road. Twenty-six English pool tables, a Chinese 8-ball table, and five snooker tables including a heated Star match table and two Burroughs & Watts. Thirty professional darts lanes, two projectors and twenty-six big screens for live sport, a full bar, and live DJs and singers at weekends.

Award-winning fine dining restaurant on Pepper Street, established 2014. Michelin recommended, National Restaurant Awards 2019, Top 100 Restaurants. Includes Twenty Eight Lounge cocktail bar (happy hour Wed-Fri) and Baked @ Twenty Eight daytime bakery/café. Set lunch from £40, 6-course tasting £75, à la carte dinner. Bread baked daily at their farm in Daresbury.

Charming Vintage Inn country pub on Whitchurch Road, Christleton. Rustic character with 14 rooms for accommodation. Child and dog friendly, WiFi, garden. Said to sit on the grounds of a Civil War battle between Cavaliers and Roundheads.

Well-established Indian and Bangladeshi restaurant on Brook Street. Traditional curries, tandoori specialities, and balti dishes in a casual setting. Popular for takeaway and dining in.

Boutique hotel and tearoom on Lower Bridge Street. Offers afternoon tea, cakes, and light refreshments in an elegant Georgian townhouse setting. A popular spot for a traditional afternoon tea experience.

Classic French bistro on Northgate Street. A Chester institution serving traditional French dishes including steak frites, moules marinière, croque monsieur, and French onion soup at accessible prices.

Traditional red-brick backstreet pub on Garden Lane near the University of Chester. Pool table, beer garden, quiz nights on Wednesdays, open mic on Mondays, and karaoke nights. No food, not dog friendly.

Family-run fast-food business specialising in Dutch-style twice-cooked hand-chipped chips served in cones with over 21 dips and sauces. Also offers chicken, Dutch snacks, milkshakes, beers, and ciders. Eat-in and takeaway.

Large nightclub and events venue on Newgate Street, set in a converted church building. Features a dancefloor, booths, food seating, outdoor terrace, and the original church organ. Hosts club nights, live events, and private hire.

Independent café serving excellent coffee made from high-quality beans using expert brewing methods, plus cakes, pastries, light snacks and breakfast items. Features a light and airy interior with comfortable seating and outdoor options on Bridge Street.

Well-established pub and restaurant on Frodsham Street dating back to 1872. Part of Stonegate Group. Full food menu including breakfast, lunch deals, curry corner, and chippy. 2-4-1 cocktails, extensive spirits range, shots deals, and live sports. Kids menu available.

Historic 19th-century coaching inn on Northgate Street. Award-winning restaurant, bar, and boutique hotel. Extensive drinks menu, food served daily, Sunday roasts, and race day brunches. The Heart of Chester since 2006.

Co.Co is a bar located at 110 Foregate Street that offers venue hire and accepts bookings.

Traditional pub in St Peter's Churchyard at The Cross, the historic heart of Chester where the four main streets meet. A popular meeting point in the city centre.

Independent bar and kitchen on Commonhall Street. Relaxed daytime cafe vibe transitioning to a lively bar in the evenings with cocktails, craft beer, and sharing plates. Features a courtyard garden.

Lively bar on City Road near Chester station. Popular spot for pre-drinks and sports viewing with a casual, pub-style atmosphere.

Bar and restaurant in the Coachworks Arcade at Chester Northgate. Part of the national chain known for its eclectic vintage decor, all-day brunch menu, cocktails, and afternoon tea. Warm golden lighting and polished wooden furniture.

French brasserie on Bridge Street serving classic French cooking including prix fixe menus, brunch, steak tartare, and seasonal specials. Relaxed, Parisian-inspired setting.

A real ale pub on Brook Street serving cask ales including Otter Bitter and Wye Valley HPA, with a beer garden and weekly charity quiz on Wednesdays at 8pm.

Craft beer and gin bar in the Chester Rows on Watergate Row North. Offers a curated selection of craft beers, artisan gins, cocktails, and live music in a characterful Rows-level setting.

Mock-Tudor fronted lively sports bar on Boughton. Pool tables, darts, beer garden. Dog friendly in the garden. Wide variety of drinks and exciting offers.

A small single-roomed Victorian gem with stained glass windows, leather seating, and oak floors. A Joule's Brewery taphouse serving Pale Ale, Slumbering Monk, Pure Blonde, and Green Monkey lager, plus rotating seasonals. Real fire, slim raised beer terrace, and a function room called The Slaughtered Lamb.

Traditional pub on Watergate Street with a long history in Chester. Serves real ales and classic pub food in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

A Mexican taqueria and dive bar on Watergate Street serving loaded tacos, nachos, and flamboyant cocktails with names like Agent Orange and Tropic Thunder. Lucha libre decor, late-night vibes, and a drinks menu designed like a heavy metal album cover.

Modern bar and restaurant in a medieval Rows building on Bridge Street Row East. A 36-seat venue in keeping with the age and vibe of the historic building.

Traditional pub on Northgate Street overlooking Town Hall Square. Named after the packet boats that sailed to Ireland from Chester's old docks. Everton legend Dixie Dean was once landlord. Freshly cooked pizzas, pool, darts, and live sports on Sky and TNT Sports. Now operated by Nest Pubs.

Canal-side pub in the Grade II listed Georgian Steam Mill on the Shropshire Union Canal. Sister venue to The Coach House. British-inspired kitchen with beer-battered cod, sticky pig cheeks, and signature burgers. Handcrafted cocktails, rotating cask ales, and canal-side outdoor seating.

Wine bar and bistro on Godstall Lane in the heart of Chester. A relaxed spot for wine, cocktails, and quality food in an intimate setting off the main shopping streets.

The Emporium Deli is a deli, bar and restaurant in Westminster Park specializing in British cheese, charcuterie, and artisan products. It operates as a wine bar and casual eatery with daytime service and evening events.

Charming gastro pub in the heart of Hoole. Locally sourced food with small plates, classics, pizzas, and Sunday roasts. Cocktail menu. Pub quiz nights. Tuesday pizza specials. Indian Night menu available.

Plant-based cafe located at The Lodge on Grosvenor Park Road, serving healthy food and drinks in a relaxing community space.

Conspiracy-themed cocktail and craft beer bar on Newgate Street, opened 2024 in the former Plumbers Arms. Deceptively spacious venue extending back to Chester city walls with two outdoor seating areas. Dog-friendly. All cocktails £11.

Independent botanical coffee shop in Chester's historic Watergate Row. All-day brunch, handcrafted specialty coffee, and a wide range of teas surrounded by plants and flowers. Walk-ins only. Won Best Coffee Shop/Cafe at the Customer Service Awards 2025.

New bar on Foregate Street opened December 2025 in the former Revolution premises. Lagers, ales, spirits, wines, and cocktails. Open from 2pm daily.

Award-winning fine dining restaurant within Hotel Indigo Chester. Specialises in wild, sustainable British produce — dry-aged beef and wild venison grilled over oak and beech logs. Two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence and Michelin Guide listed.

Frankies is a bar located on Watergate Street in central Chester offering continental beers and wines, with weekend entertainment and a cosy atmosphere.

Mediterranean and Middle Eastern grill on Watergate Street, formerly Meze. Chargrilled meats, mezze platters, and Turkish-inspired dishes in a warm setting.

Garden Social is a coffee house on Catherine Street serving responsibly sourced coffee, breakfast, and toasties during the day, then wine, beer, and small plates in the evening. The venue hosts events including comedy nights, music events, and markets.

Imposing Victorian black-and-white building near Northgate arch, reopened in 2025 as a hotel with cafe and gaming zone after being closed for 5 years. Historic site straddling the old Roman road.

Traditional Chester pub on Castle Street near the castle and courts. A proper locals' pub with a warm atmosphere, real ales, and regular live music sessions.

The Green House is a cosy European tapas restaurant and cocktail bar serving small plates, creative vegetarian dishes, vegan options, and meat and fish plates, alongside a diverse wine selection featuring Eastern European varieties. The venue is dog-friendly and offers outdoor dining.

Traditional red-brick local in Handbridge. Two cask beers, pool table, darts, sports TV. Straightforward honest pub with a loyal local crowd.

The Guild is a cocktail bar and events venue located in a converted former Holy Trinity Church on Watergate Street in Chester. It features two bars with luxury furnishings, velvet booth seating, an exclusive VIP area, and a heated outdoor terrace, offering classic and modern cocktails plus premium bottle serves.

Chester's first micropub, in a former electrical repair shop on Garden Lane. Up to three cask ales (Ossett White Rat is a regular), keg and bottled craft beers, and real ciders. Bar made from reclaimed pallets, cosy side room with sofas. Independent and family-owned.

Hamayuu is a Japanese restaurant and sushi bar on Watergate Street offering dine-in and takeaway service. The chefs and staff bring over 20 years of experience in Japanese cuisine.

The Handbridge is a pub serving tacos and offering a drinks menu with wine tastings, located on Handbridge in Chester. The venue hosts events including quiz nights and language socials.

An American Southern-style smokehouse on The Groves overlooking the River Dee. Slow-smoked BBQ, craft beers, 25+ bourbons, and cocktails. Riverside terrace with heaters and a kids' cinema room.

Ukrainian specialty coffee bar serving artisan coffee, authentic honey cake, Ukrainian pastries and sweet treats. Dog-friendly with outdoor seating and free Wi-Fi.

Single-room craft beer bar on Faulkner Street. Eclectic range of bottled beers, craft keg lines, wines, spirits, and cocktails. Dog friendly. Part of the Homebrew Tap chain from the Wirral.

Turkish BBQ and kebab restaurant on Brook Street. Serves charcoal-grilled kebabs, mixed grills, lahmacun, pide, and traditional Turkish starters.

Classic modern British brasserie on Newgate Street, part of The Ivy Collection. Since 1917. Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and late-night cocktails. 163 covers with sunlit terrace.

Independent specialty coffee roastery and bakery. Completely plant-based at this Northgate Street location with in-house roasted beans, sourdough, and fresh pastries baked daily at their Bridge Street bakery. Cashless, dog-friendly.

Independent live music bar on Northgate Street run by Jackie and Dave. Regular blues, rock, and country acts play throughout the week, with live music Tuesdays, rhythm and blues on Thursdays, and open mic on Saturdays. Sister venue Jax On The Square sits round the corner on Town Hall Square with outdoor seating.

Cocktail bar on Watergate Row, formerly known as Amber Lounge. Tiki-inspired bar with creative cocktails and a relaxed atmosphere in the historic Chester Rows.

A charming traditional tea rooms in the heart of Chester's historic Watergate Street, serving breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas, homemade cakes, and a wide selection of speciality teas and coffees.

A 17th-century black-and-white timbered pub dating from 1622 with foundations going back to the 1200s. Famous for Elizabethan fireplaces, timber from Admiral Nelson's ships, and its reputation as one of the most haunted buildings in the UK. Pub, medieval restaurant, and 7-bedroom boutique hotel.

Expertly crafted chocolate drinks. Premium hot chocolates from 28% white to 100% dark, plus iced chocolates, milkshakes, coffee and bakery items.

A boutique cocktail bar with a rock-and-roll theme — moody red lighting, indie soundtrack, and flamboyant cocktails. Popular Saturday bottomless brunches with unlimited cocktails and Neapolitan pizza.

Upmarket brasserie inside the Chester Grosvenor Hotel on Eastgate Street. Serves modern European cuisine in an elegant setting beneath the famous Eastgate Clock. One of Chester's finest dining destinations.

Italian restaurant and pizzeria on Lower Bridge Street. Serves authentic Italian dishes, wood-fired pizzas, pasta, and Italian desserts in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.

Neighbourhood social and drinking den on Watergate Row. Eleven years in Chester, known for inventive cocktails and a relaxed vibe. Home to The Cabinet Club — a secret speakeasy hidden behind closed doors. Ask for The Caretaker.

Upbeat haunt with vintage-chic style offering unique cocktails, craft beer & Spanish bar snacks.

Good value community pub on Boughton with a rambling interior from a quieter snug area to an opened-out darts floor. Sports TV, outdoor seating. Traditional atmosphere with character.

Family-friendly pub near Gawer Park serving varied menu of pub classics, with a beer garden, children's play area, and dog-friendly bar area. Open daily 11am-11pm with food service 11:30am-9pm.

Specialist coffee shop offering baked goods, breakfast and brunch, with eat-in or take-away options. Dog friendly, operating Mon-Sat 9-5 and Sun 10-3.

The Liverpool Arms is a bar located on Northgate Street in Chester city centre, offering craft beers, gins, and coffee, with entertainment including drag queen shows, live music, and open mic nights.

Canalside pub on Frodsham Street with the largest outdoor area in the city centre, including a raised deck overlooking the canal. Pizzas, burgers, grills, and pub classics. Cocktails, real ales, and artisan beers. Live music, Sky and TNT Sports, pub quiz, and dog friendly. Food served Mon-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-6pm. Cannot cater for dietary needs.

A cocktail bar at Chester Market serving craft beers, wines, and liquor with a design inspired by the historic Coachworks Arcade arches and named after architect T.M. Lockwood & Sons.

Lounge-style bar at the Bawn Lodge Hotel on Hoole Road. Rotating cask ales from Salopian, Merlin, and Mobberley at competitive prices. Locally sourced, seasonal, homemade food served daily 12-8pm. Sunday roasts (booking advised). Large beer garden with heaters and covered areas. Family friendly until 9pm, no under-18s after 9pm.

Classic panelled Georgian drawing room bar inside Oddfellows Chester boutique hotel on Lower Bridge Street. Cocktails, fine wines, champagne, and light bites. Features an outdoor Secret Garden and afternoon tea Wednesday to Saturday.

Maray Chester serves Mediterranean and Middle Eastern small plates designed to share, located on Northgate Street. The menu includes vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options, alongside cocktails and wine, with a weekday lunch menu available at £19.95.

Traditional mock-Tudor pub on St John Street, established around 1898. Known for Stonehouse beers and real ales, with dark wood interior, bare floorboards, and old-world charm. CAMRA listed.

Small, casual shop serving caffeinated drinks plus breakfast & lunch fare like salads & sandwiches.

Intimate jazz bar on Godstall Lane recreating the ambiance of early 1900s speakeasies. Features vinyl jazz, candlelight, vintage memorabilia, craft cocktails, and a curated selection of wines and beers. 18+ only.

Large Joseph Holt family-friendly pub on Liverpool Road near Bache station and the Countess of Chester Hospital. Award-winning beers, pizza menu, breakfast on weekends, small plates, and pub classics. Beer garden, dog friendly, disabled access. Food served Mon-Fri 12-9pm, Sat-Sun 9am-9pm.

A converted 1830 corn mill spanning the Shropshire Union Canal, with glass-walled frontage crossing the water. Twelve real ale hand pumps, canalside bars, a restaurant, spa, and a unique canal barge dining cruise.

British and Irish beef is used by this chain steakhouse offering specials and a kids' menu.

Riverside cafe on the banks of the River Dee serving classic English dishes made with quality ingredients, including breakfast and brunch served indoors and terrace menu served outdoors.

Seafood-focused bistro on Cuppin Street specialising in moules frites (mussels and chips) served multiple ways. Also offers steaks, fish, and classic French bistro dishes.

Hydes Brewery pub in the attractive suburb of Boughton with amazing tiered garden views over the River Dee. Cask ales, dog friendly, sports TV. A proper local with great outdoor space.

MRKT Café is a traditional café located in Chester Indoor Market offering breakfast, coffees and drinks during the day, with Mediterranean mezze boards and kebabs served in the evenings.

Two-storey craft keg bar and sports/music venue in Music Hall Passage off Northgate Street. Large selection of craft keg beers, extensive spirits, artisan cocktails, and multiple HD sports TVs. Live music, DJ nights, and student promos.

Quirky independent cocktail bar on Northgate Street serving small plates from around the world with an emphasis on health and sustainability. Cocktails, shots, whiskey, beer and cider. Live music on Fridays. Sunday roasts available 1pm-7pm.

Small plates and large plates restaurant on Bridge Street. Modern British menu with Asian influences including kimchi fried rice, char sui kebab, and beef tartare.

Popular bar on Foregate Street, a firm favourite with racegoers, locals, and tourists. Homemade pies and soups, live music and events. Lively atmosphere.

Greene King pub and grill near Chester Zoo. Chargrilled steaks, pub classics, sharers and cocktails. Family-friendly with outdoor seating.

Historic, traditional inn with updated lodgings & a pub featuring comfort food, TV sports & pool.

Small specialty coffee shop on Lower Bridge Street with a distinctive speakeasy-style back room. Serves Climpson & Sons espresso and filter coffee with artisan cakes and pastries. Known for its calm, laid-back atmosphere.

Traditional pub on Frodsham Street near the bus station. Part of Craft Union Pubs (Stonegate Group). Timbered interior with stained-glass windows and stone-flagged floor. Karaoke nights, cask ales, garden and smoking area. Dog-friendly with regular drinks promotions including Pick N Mix shots and daily value deals.

Craft beer and cocktail bar on St John Street, part of the Social Pub & Kitchen group. Known for its relaxed vibe, craft beers, creative cocktails, and street food-inspired menu.

Traditional pub grub and hand-pulled beers in 17th-century pub with some original features.

Independently owned two-floor American-style sports bar on Bell Tower Walk. Multiple large-screen TVs showing NFL, football and rugby, two full-size shuffleboards, pool tables, and board games. Burgers, dirty fries, wings, craft beers and cocktails.

A Brunning & Price pub in a converted Victorian canalside warehouse on the Shropshire Union Canal. Nine cask ales, 120 malt whiskies, and brasserie-style food. Adults only, dogs welcome.

A Craft Union community pub on Foregate Street with late-night opening, sports screens, pool tables, and regular entertainment. One of Chester's go-to spots for watching live sport and staying out late.

Mediterranean and Greek brasserie on Watergate Street. Extensive menu covering meze, grills, kebabs, classics like moussaka and kleftiko, plus bottomless brunch and Sunday roasts. Summer set menu and midweek deals.

Iconic 400-seat restaurant, bar, and live music venue on Pepper Street, housed in a grand Grade II listed building with a neoclassical Greek facade. Spans three floors with a stylish restaurant, cocktail bar, live music lounge, and south-facing rooftop terrace.

Grade II listed space for 400 diners to enjoy grill dining to the regular accompaniment of music.

Chester's most fashionable independent cocktail bar and eatery on Watergate Street. Small plates, bottomless brunch, and a pink paradise of cocktails.

All-you-can-eat Chinese buffet restaurant on Newgate Street. Over 120 authentic dishes daily with live cooking stations. Weekday lunch from £14.99, children under 3 eat free.

Panna Coffee is a cafe on Watergate Street serving breakfast, brunch, and lunch items including porridge, omelettes, sandwiches, and coffee. The venue is located below ground level next to a gym.

Authentic Turkish cafe and bazaar on Watergate Row. Speciality Turkish coffees, teas, a full Turkish wine list, and a mezze-and-mains menu. Good Food Award winner.

Independent wine and cocktail bar on Bridge Street Row East. French-inspired with a focus on natural wines, craft beers, and artisan cocktails. Features live music and a relaxed Rows-level atmosphere.

Welcoming family and dog-friendly pub on Christleton Road. Known for good food, great drinks, and a friendly local atmosphere. Full range of beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks.

Newly refurbished Italian restaurant and bar next to the Grosvenor Shopping Centre. Open kitchen, cocktail bar, wine boutique, and Chester's first Prosecco bar plus an alfresco terrace. Classic Italian dishes using seasonal produce.

Specialist wine bar, tap room, and bottle shop in Handbridge, a short stroll over the Old Dee Bridge. Extensive wine list, craft keg beers, and tasting events. Cheese & charcuterie boards, hummus & bread boards with oil, balsamic dip, and olives. Dog friendly. Cosy and intimate atmosphere.

Chester's oldest licensed premises, dating back to 1155 with a licence from 1533. A coaching inn with its own in-house microbrewery — the only one within Chester's city walls. Award-winning beers including Matador (Champion Beer of Cheshire 2012). Also offers hotel accommodation.

Pink Lettuce is a plant-based restaurant and bar located on the Historical Rows above Bridge Street, offering a diverse menu including Sunday roasts and tasting menus.

Large family-friendly pub on Pipers Lane, Hoole. Huge menu of pub classics, burgers, grill, chef specials, and Sunday roasts. Food served Mon-Sat 12-8pm, Sun 12-7pm. Lunch deals and Monday two-for-one classics.

Popular Italian chain on Eastgate Row offering classic pizzas, pastas, and salads. Known for its dough balls and wood-fired style pizzas in a relaxed setting.

Modern wine bar and artisanal coffee shop on Northgate Street, sister venue to The Flat Earth. Repurposed antique cabinetry seating, a small stage for acoustic performances, and al fresco tables. Craft beer, natural wines, and artisanal food from 11am to midnight.

Poco is a small plate restaurant and bar located on Faulkner Street, serving dishes including pizzette, gnocchi, and various small plates with a daily changing menu.

Chester's first dedicated poke bowl spot. Fresh Hawaiian poke bowls, açaí bowls, matcha, smoothies and coffee on Northgate Street.

Retro-themed cocktail bar with creative drinks, bottled beers, and shots. Features The Gold Room - Chester's only private karaoke room with its own bar and bartender. Live sports daily, pub quiz Thursdays, free pool Sundays, student discount Sun-Thu.

Cafe and bakery in the Coachworks Arcade at Chester Northgate. Serves fresh pastries, artisan coffee, breakfast items, and light bites in a modern setting.

Award-winning Spanish tapas bar on Northgate Street. Authentic small plates, Spanish wines, sherries, and vermut in a cosy setting. Card payments only, 10% discretionary service charge.

PressBox Sandwich&Coffee Bar serves paninis made to order and coffee at its Grosvenor Street location, offering meal deals that include a panini, two sides and a drink.

Intimate 1920s speakeasy cocktail bar hidden on Watergate Street. Art deco furnishings, vintage book menus, and expertly crafted cocktails for around 20 guests. Live jazz accompanies the drinks.

Gin bar in a 1652 building on Watergate Street with over 400 gins, vintage cocktails, craft beer, wine and champagne. Walk-in gin tasting experiences available.

A grand Victorian railway hotel built in 1860, opposite Chester Station. The V&A Lounge serves cocktails, afternoon tea, and bar bites. A hidden terrace garden provides an oasis in the city centre. Past guests include Charles Dickens.

Late-night cocktail bar on St John Street below the New Blossoms Hotel. Expertly crafted cocktails spanning multiple decades, with live music on Saturdays and DJs on Friday and Saturday nights until 3am.

Historic 1600s Tudor black and white pub on Northgate Street. Well-pulled pints, pub food with a modern flavour for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Real ales, Sky Sports live fixtures, and a famously haunted cellar. Dog-friendly with limited outside seating.

National pool and snooker chain in the city centre. Pool tables, snooker tables, darts, and big screens for live sport. Full bar and food served all day. Bookable online.

Award-winning country pub and restaurant in Christleton village. Traditional British to Mediterranean dishes, stone-baked pizzas, and fabulous Sunday roasts. Locally sourced ingredients including Dave Joinson meats. Extensive beer garden.

Award-winning Brazilian churrasco steakhouse on Newgate Street. Rodizio-style dining with 18 premium cuts carved tableside, gourmet salad bar, and a la carte options. Under-10s eat free.

Family-run Italian restaurant celebrating 55 years on St Werburgh Street. Authentic pasta, pizza, fish, and meat dishes with an al fresco beer garden serving aperitivo snacks, spritz cocktails, and draught Italian beers. Two-course lunch menu for £14.50.

Chester's only rooftop bar on the 8th and 9th floors of Pepper Street car park. Features a retractable all-weather roof, heated cabanas, street food traders, cocktails and craft beer, plus games including shuffleboard and beer pong.

Multi-room nightclub on Northgate Street, Chester's most popular club venue. Set over three floors in a Tudor building with state-of-the-art sound, an open-top roof terrace, VIP booths, and a champagne lounge. Houses Popworld on the ground floor.

Friendly traditional Marston's pub on Faulkner Street with sunny beer garden, heaters and covered areas. Sports TV, darts, cask ales, dog friendly, free WiFi. Great for matchdays.

Independent Thai tapas restaurant on Foregate Street. Bold Thai flavours in tapas-style sharing portions. Signature cocktails, wine, and beer. Cosy and vibrant atmosphere.

Chester's home of rock, established 2017. Live music venue with live bands Saturday, open mic Wednesday, karaoke Friday, acoustic Sundays. Hungarian chef specials, full food menu 11-9pm, late bites 9pm-midnight. Rock-themed cocktails, 4-for-£10 shots, bar bites 3-for-£15. 9 rock themed rooms, G21 venue for hire, band rehearsal room. TNT Sports, dog friendly, free pool Mondays.

Spanish-inspired tapas and charcuterie bar on Bridge Street, opened November 2024 on the former Boheme site. Serves authentic tapas, cured meats, Spanish wines, and sherries.

The Sandbar Seafood Shack is a restaurant in Chester's Indoor Market offering coastal seafood for eat-in or takeaway.

Gastropub overlooking the River Dee by the Old Dee Bridge in Handbridge. Locally sourced seasonal menus, real ales, craft beers, and cocktails. Beautiful riverside terrace. Dog friendly. Open from 10am daily.

Community pub on Northgate Street, part of Craft Union Pubs (Stonegate Group). Live sports on Sky and TNT Sports, dog-friendly, regular drinks promotions. A no-frills value pub with a focus on affordable drinks and a welcoming atmosphere.

Rosette-awarded plant-based restaurant on Eastgate Street in the Rows. Chester's premier vegan eatery with Mediterranean and East Asian-inspired cuisine. Creative, beautifully presented dishes using seasonal ingredients.

Independent family-run restaurant since 2006 in a converted Victorian canal warehouse. Ground floor features Chester's first Teppanyaki restaurant with chefs cooking at the table. Upper floors serve authentic Thai curries, stir-fries, and noodle dishes across three floors.

Independent Latin-Asian bar and restaurant on Pepper Street. Japanese-Peruvian fusion with sharing plates, hand-rolled sushi, taquitos, and expertly crafted cocktails. Moody atmosphere with DJs and live musicians. Home to one of Chester's most comprehensive tequila collections.

National chain bar and restaurant on Bridge Street. Offers cocktails, prosecco, pub classics, and brunch in a spacious, modern setting in the heart of the city centre.

Snugburys ice cream cafe serving handmade ice cream churned with fresh British cream, made by a family-run business that has operated since 1986. Offers a range of flavours including seasonal options alongside sorbets and gift vouchers.

Spinners Chester is a social games bar offering duckpin bowling, electric darts, shuffleboard, clayshot, interactive golf and electric boules, alongside artisan pizzas, burgers and cocktails. Located on Frodsham Street in Chester city centre, it caters to families, date nights, parties and corporate events.

Chester's Wetherspoons on Foregate Street. Affordable pub classics, breakfast from 8am, craft beers, cocktails, and free-refill Lavazza coffee. Named after archaeological finds from the Foregate Street site.

St Peter's Cafe is a community cafe in Chester city centre serving quality coffee, fresh food, cakes, and toasties in a historic building designed as a welcoming space for relaxation, reading, and meeting others.

The Stanley Arms is a traditional British pub offering a relaxed atmosphere with classic pub food including pies, burgers, and fish and chips, plus beer and drinks. The venue welcomes both locals and tourists and is located on Brook Street in Chester's city centre.

Craft beer taproom by Spitting Feathers Brewery in the restored Grade II listed West Wing of Chester Railway Station. Original ornate Arts and Crafts ceiling revealed during renovation. Four Spitting Feathers cask ales plus rotating guest beers, quality coffee, and freshly prepared food.

Intimate, innovative Modern European restaurant with rustic exposed bricks and wooden furniture.

Award-winning authentic Neapolitan pizzeria on Watergate Street under the Chester Rows. Named one of Europe's top 50 pizza restaurants. Uses traditional Neapolitan methods with imported Italian ingredients and a wood-fired oven.

Stixx Alfresco Bar & Braai is Chester's only South African bar and braai restaurant, serving grilled meat and drinks.

Independent cocktail and wine bar near Kitchen Street. Intimate, relaxed setting with a focus on quality drinks.

Authentic Japanese restaurant on Upper Northgate Street serving fresh sushi, sashimi, ramen, poke bowls, bao buns and more. Offers dine-in, takeaway and online ordering.

Japanese noodle and rice restaurant on Foregate Street. Fresh noodles, rice dishes, and Asian street food. Eat in or takeaway.

Award-winning cocktail bar on Watergate Street, recognised as a UK Top 50 One to Watch 2026. Features signature cocktails, DJs, and a late-night bar experience. One of Chester's most exciting new cocktail destinations.

An independently run canalside freehouse in a Grade II listed Georgian warehouse on the Shropshire Union Canal. Live music venue, art gallery, real ales, European beers, and a full restaurant upstairs.

Thai street food restaurant on Bridge Street. Serves authentic Thai dishes including pad thai, curries, stir-fries, and Thai salads in a casual, vibrant setting.

Craft beer bar and bottle shop on Foregate Street. 10 rotating beer taps, 4 cider taps, and over 400 bottled and canned beers. Tasting events, tap takeovers, and a friendly atmosphere. Dog friendly.

Grade II listed Italianate-style pub directly opposite Chester railway station. Sports-focused with multiple HD screens and bookable booths with individual TVs. Cask ales, all-day food, and a sizeable rear beer garden.

Authentic Turkish restaurant and bar on Eastgate Row, serving fresh Turkish cuisine with a full cocktail programme. Independent venue in Chester's famous medieval Rows galleries. Lunch and dinner daily with table service.

Caribbean restaurant and bar at Chester Northgate on Princess Street. National chain serving jerk chicken, curried goat, roti wraps, Caribbean cocktails, and rum punch. Known for its 2-for-1 cocktail happy hour.

Manhattan-inspired split-level steakhouse in a historic 17th-century building on Watergate Street. Premium dry-aged steaks from British farms, an extensive wine cellar with Napa Valley selections, and craft cocktails. Michelin Guide listed.

A contemporary sourdough pizza restaurant and bar on Bridge Street with a rustic-industrial interior. Hand-stretched pizzas, Italian small plates, craft beers, and cocktails in the heart of Chester's city centre.

Snug 13th-century pub with booth seating & exposed-beam ceilings, plus retro music on weekends.

Wine shop and bar in Chester's historic 13th-century crypted cellars beneath Watergate Street. Over 40 wines by the glass, champagne, spirits, and small plates. Award-winning — Hybrid Retailer of the Year at the Drinks Retailing Awards.

The only remaining pub in Blacon. Marston's family-friendly pub with beer garden (heaters, bar, covered area, TV screens), play area, pool, darts, sports TV, free WiFi. Dog friendly.

A Greene King pub in Chester's oldest medieval undercroft — a vaulted 12th-century stone crypt beneath Watergate Street. Low-lit arches, quarry tile floors, sports screens, and hearty pub grub including sharers and loaded burgers.

Sizzling Pubs family-friendly pub on Heath Road in Upton. Bold-flavoured food from stacked burgers to sizzling skillets, flatbreads, loaded spuds, and pub classics. Beer garden, sports TV, breakfast menu. Food served daily.

Intimate independent bar focusing on craft ale, fine wine, and live music. Capacity of around 30-35 people with outdoor pavement seating.

Italian chain restaurant for pizza & calzone on wooden boards, plus traditional pastas.

Independent tea rooms, coffee shop, and restaurant on St John Street. Serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, cakes, and afternoon tea in a cosy, traditional setting.