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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
Lunch with a view
Amboseli restaurant welcomes non-residents of the Reserve at Chester Zoo for lunch throughout the week.
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The Curious Creatures Tour
The Curious Creatures Tour is an early morning experience that brings you up close with some of Chester Zoo’s most rarely seen species.
£30.00 From price per person
Jaguar Breakfast
Enjoy early hours access to the zoo as you’re guided through on an exclusive VIP tour to our jaguar habitat, before heading to our jaguar themed restaurant for a delicious hot buffet breakfast to get you ready for the rest of the day ahead.
£70.00 From price per person
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Cottons Hotel and Spa
Staying at Cottons Hotel and Spa, guests are perfectly placed to venture further afield to cities of Chester, Manchester and Liverpool and even an overnight stay before heading off from Manchester Airport too.
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.
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Restaurant Noted
A small neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Chester city centre, brought to you by Chef Andrew Sheridan and Open Restaurant Group.
Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa
Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa is a luxurious country house retreat set in the heart of Cheshire, offering the perfect blend of timeless elegance and contemporary comforts.
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.
Cafe 1092 in the Refectory
Cafe 1092 in the Refectory is located within the nearly thousand year old Chester Cathedral.
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.
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa is a four-star Cheshire hotel which beautifully combines traditional elegance with contemporary luxury.
Tatton offers an exclusive dining experience in the beautiful setting of its famous award winning gardens.
Cottons Hotel and Spa
Staying at Cottons Hotel and Spa, guests are perfectly placed to venture further afield to cities of Chester, Manchester and Liverpool and even an overnight stay before heading off from Manchester Airport too.
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.
Mixed Party Nights
Dates: 20th Nov - 26th Dec 2026
Take your place at our shared festive celebrations in the enchanting surroundings of Alice's Parlour, where Victorian elegance meets Oddfellows' signature charm.
Christmas Parties
Dates: 23rd Nov - 24th Dec 2026
Celebrate the festive season at The Brewery Tap and enjoy great food, award-winning beers, and a warm Christmas atmosphere beneath what we believe is the biggest Christmas tree in Chester.
Lunch with Santa
Dates: 24th Dec
Join us in our 1851 Restaurant for a delicious three-course festive lunch, followed by a special visit from Santa himself. It’s the perfect way for families to celebrate the magic of Christmas together.
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Continue the celebrations with a relaxing Boxing Day Lunch at Peckforton Castle.
Expiry Date: 25th Dec 2026
Continue the celebrations with a relaxing Boxing Day Lunch at Peckforton Castle.
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Cheshire isn’t known for its sandy beaches, yet it’s just the place to go for an ice cream.
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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
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.
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