Eat & Drink
Chester Eateries
Savour the Flavours of Chester: Must-Try Restaurants & Local Delights
Chester is renowned for the depth and breath of our restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs. There’s cuisine from all around the globe in some of the best settings around.
For the freshest, seasonally inspired menus, why not try twentyeight and Chef’s Table? Sample all sorts of international cuisines from the likes of Ristorante Sergio, Porta, Chez Jules, Nine Elephants, and Olive Tree Brasserie, just to name a few!
Chester’s plant-based eateries are similarly renowned with restaurants like Shrub, who offer superb vegan dishes on the historic Rows, and Jaunty Goat, whose exceptional coffee is only matched by their innovative vegan café culture.
There’s just as stunning a selection of bars and pubs to suit every style. Try signature mixology in some of Chester’s finest night time spots like BarLounge, Liquor & Co and Palm. And why not relax and unwind with a drink in one of Chester’s many sublime historic pubs like The Pied Bull, Bear & Billet and Brewery Tap. There’s certainly no shortage of places to whet your whistle!
Use our suggestions and inspiration below to find the perfect food and drink to accompany your visit to Chester.
Unmissable Events
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Easter Sunday Lunch
Dates: 20th Apr - 20th Apr 2025
Celebrate Easter with a traditional feast, featuring classic roasts and all the trimmings, perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
Businesses
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The Forge Restaurant
The Forge was awarded two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence in 2023, showcasing that quality food and unrivalled service is core to the offering.
Brasserie ABode Chester
Introducing the 5th Floor Brasserie Abode Bar & Restaurant; with stunning panoramic views over Chester Racecourse and the Welsh hills.
Olive Tree Brasserie
Boasting gorgeous views and a stylish interior the restaurant is located on Chesters historic Watergate Row, an idyllic city centre location.
Opera Grill
Standing out from the crowd, this 400-seater restaurant is housed in a grand Grade II listed building featuring a distinct neoclassical Greek façade and mixes an industrial look with a touch of opulence inside.
Old Harkers Arms
This is a proper old city of London boozer, only in Chester, that has a really good reputation for its food - it's a great meeting place.
Turtle Bay
Serving upfiery flavours, tropical cocktails, and of course their famous Bottomless Brunch. Come on down, take the weight off, have a drink and feel the Caribbean wash over you.
Cinderbox Coffee
Cinderbox Coffee is a friendly, independent coffee shop in the heart of Chester.
The Cellar
The Cellar is a lounge bar offering a wide selection of the finest beers in the city.