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A Foodie’s Guide to Cheshire
Find some of the best places to eat out in Cheshire here!
Cheshire is well established as a foodie favourite and it's easy to see why. If you live in Cheshire or are just visiting, you'll find something to suit you here; whether you are looking for fine dining in an award winning restaurant, lunch in a beautiful country pub, delicious afternoon tea or the best street food at a bustling market. Cheshire has it all.
With an abundance of award winning restaurants, country pubs and quaint cafes all serving only the best, fresh local produce, you are sure to find plenty of places for eating out in Chester and Cheshire, to suit both your palate and your pocket.
For visitors to Cheshire, this pastoral beauty is a delight for the eyes as much as for the taste buds. Choose to visit some of our county's many farm shops, markets and festivals, but not forgetting to take refreshment at one of our many country pubs, perhaps lunch in one of our historic stately homes or even visit a local brewery!
Whether it’s a home-baked pie in a cosy country pub or a Michelin-starred dish at an award-winning restaurant, the range of quality venues serving fresh local produce is many and varied in Chester.
Take a break from shopping or visiting the many attractions and stop by one of the many tea rooms and cafes for freshly brewed coffee and a slice of homemade cake or sample some real ale in one of the many pubs.
Enjoy afternoon tea at The Chester Grosvenor and your fruit scones will doubtless be treated to Cheshire’s best clotted cream and locally-made strawberry jam.

Foodie Experiences
Chester Cells
Chester Cells is a new guided history tour that takes you into the depths of crime and punishment in historic Chester.
Secret Life of the Zoo Tour
Join an exclusive tour of Chester Zoo to see some of the stars of the hit show.
£30.00 From price per person
Lunch with a view
Amboseli restaurant welcomes non-residents of the Reserve at Chester Zoo for lunch throughout the week.
The Ultimate Fudge Making Experience Gift for Foodies, Families & Sweet-Lovers!
£57.50 From price per person
Foodie Articles
Meat Up Festival takes place at Ashley Showground, Altrincham, on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August 2026.
The Ivy Collection has today officially opened the doors to its new Chester restaurant, offering residents a taste of its signature dining experience which has defined The Ivy for over 100 years.
Chester is absolutely made for lazy brunches and feel-good weekends, with everything from cosy independents to full-on bottomless celebrations.
The family behind the multi-award-winning Cheshire Farm Ice Cream and world record holding Ice Cream Farm attraction is celebrating 40 years in business.
Foodie Businesses
The Pheasant Inn
The Pheasant Inn is an award -winning country inn tucked in a peaceful corner of rural Cheshire, part of the family -run Nelson Hotels & Inns group, and featuring charming countryside accommodation and an AA Rosette awarded restaurant.
The Ivy Chester Brasserie
Situated on Newgate Street in the heart of the city centre, The Ivy Chester Brasserie offers a sophisticated yet relaxed environment for every occasion.
Leonardo Hotel Chester
Based near the city centre, Leonardo Hotel Chester is within walking distance of the most popular shopping destinations, and transport facilities.
The Ice Cream Farm
Set in the picturesque countryside just outside of Chester, The Ice Cream Farm is a family attraction filled with fun, adventure, and most importantly...ice cream!
Foodie Businesses

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Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa is a four-star Cheshire hotel which beautifully combines traditional elegance with contemporary luxury.
Maray
Founded in Liverpool in 2014, Maray is an award-winning Middle Eastern and Mediterranean inspired small plates restaurant inspired by the eclectic Marais district in Paris.
The Ivy Chester Brasserie
Situated on Newgate Street in the heart of the city centre, The Ivy Chester Brasserie offers a sophisticated yet relaxed environment for every occasion.
Restaurant 209
Nestled in the picturesque village of Farndon, Cheshire, this modern British bistro is an inviting haven where exceptional food and heartfelt hospitality come together.
The Ice Cream Farm
Set in the picturesque countryside just outside of Chester, The Ice Cream Farm is a family attraction filled with fun, adventure, and most importantly...ice cream!
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Cafe 1092 in the Refectory
Cafe 1092 in the Refectory is located within the nearly thousand year old Chester Cathedral.
Churnet Valley Railway
Hidden within the scenic Staffordshire Moorlands, Churnet Valley Railway offers a relaxing escape for visitors of all ages.
Unmissable Foodie Events

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Meat Up Festival
Dates: 6th Aug - 8th Aug 2027
The North's only field-to-flame festival lands in the Cheshire countryside this August, and it's unlike anything else on the calendar.
Dates: 31st Dec - 1st Jan 2027
Bring in 2027 in Style at The Pheasant Inn!
New Year's Eve
Dates: 31st Dec - 1st Jan 2027
See in 2027 in style with a fabulous evening of dining, drink and entertainment at our sparkling selection of New Year’s Eve events.
New Years Eve Ball
Dates: 31st Dec - 1st Jan 2027
An extraordinary evening of dining, live music and fireworks to welcome 2027.
Foodie Offers

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Christmas Day Lunch in Gordon Ramsay at The Mere
Expiry Date: 25th Dec 2026
Expiry Date: 25th Dec 2026
Celebrate the most magical day of the year with exceptional dining at Gordon Ramsay at The Mere
Two for one burgers, Thursdays all day. Burger menu available
Festive Chocolate Fondue
Expiry Date: 3rd Jan 2027
Expiry Date: 3rd Jan 2027
Gather around the table and discover one of Christmas' sweetest traditions.
Expiry Date: 26th Dec 2026
Celebrate the festive season in style with a magical getaway at Peckforton Castle.
Foodie Trails

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Cheshire isn’t known for its sandy beaches, yet it’s just the place to go for an ice cream.
Foodie Experiences
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Lunch with a view
Amboseli restaurant welcomes non-residents of the Reserve at Chester Zoo for lunch throughout the week.
Afternoon Tea at Peckforton Castle
Afternoon tea is a well-known and loved English tradition and nowhere offers a more extravagant experience than our 2010 Brasserie.
£29.00 From price per person
Traditional Afternoon Tea at Inglewood Manor
Afternoon tea as it was meant to be enjoyed – garden-side, with indulgent sweet and savoury treats and good company.
£23.50 From price per person
Afternoon Tea at Nunsmere Hall
Afternoon tea is a well-known and loved English tradition and nowhere offers a more extravagant experience than Nunsmere Hall.