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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
To celebrate Cheshire Day, we asked you – our wonderful locals and visitors – to share your favourite places to eat in Chester.
Looking for a wholesome, wallet-friendly adventure with the kids this summer? Head to one of Cheshire’s fabulous pick-your-own fruit farms!
Meat Up Festival takes place at Ashley Showground, Altrincham, on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August 2026.
Cheshire Day is marked annually on 30 March and is a county-wide celebration of what makes Cheshire great.
Foodie Businesses
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.
Churnet Valley Railway
Hidden within the scenic Staffordshire Moorlands, Churnet Valley Railway offers a relaxing escape for visitors of all ages.
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.
Ring O'Bells
Ring O' Bells is situated in a picturesque village, Christleton. Escape the madness of the city centre with a 10 minutes drive. Perfect for any occasion and celebration!
Foodie Businesses
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Rooftop Social Club
Perched above Pepper Street car park, we’re serving up independent street food, great drinks and a full lineup of games and activities in the heart of Chester.
The Bear Tattenhall
The Bear is an Inn with Rooms at the heart of Tattenhall, a picturesque South Cheshire village a short drive from Chester.
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.
The Brewery Tap
This location provides a splendid ambience for patrons to indulge in our assortment of craft beers.
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Churnet Valley Railway
Hidden within the scenic Staffordshire Moorlands, Churnet Valley Railway offers a relaxing escape for visitors of all ages.
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.
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.
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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Expiry Date: 25th Dec 2026
Celebrate a Magical Christmas at The Bear’s Paw
Expiry Date: 31st Dec 2026
Start you weekend the Hickory's way!
Expiry Date: 31st Dec 2026
Start the weekend right with our delicious brunch
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
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.