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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
Filthy Chester Tour
Join Time Travel Tom as you explore the filthy side of a historic city, from the filth of the street to the filth behind closed doors.
£12.00 From price per person
Closing Date: 31st Dec 2025
If you love Meerkats, then this is the experience for you!
£80.00 From price per person
Closing Date: 31st Dec 2025
The VIP One Hour Ravens & the Unusual Birds of Prey Taster Experience (Age 10+) Voucher gives you the opportunity to get close to our Ravens and a variety of Gauntlet’s more unusual birds.
£65.00 From price per person
Closing Date: 31st Dec 2025
The VIP One Hour Birds of Prey Taster Experience gives you the opportunity to get close to a variety of Gauntlet’s birds including owls, vultures, and hawks.
£60.00 From price per person
Foodie Articles
Here’s your guide to where to eat alfresco in Chester – so pull up a chair, soak in the views, and dig in.
The much-loved Knutsford Market Hall officially re-opened its doors on May 10th after a significant refurbishment, its first major upgrade since the 1980s.
Looking for a wholesome, wallet-friendly adventure with the kids this summer? Head to one of Cheshire’s fabulous pick-your-own fruit farms!
To celebrate Cheshire Day, we asked you – our wonderful locals and visitors – to share your favourite places to eat in Chester.
Foodie Businesses
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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.
Cafe 1092 in the Refectory
Cafe 1092 in the Refectory is located within the nearly thousand year old Chester Cathedral.
The Chester Fields
Welcome to the Chester Fields, set in an old farm barn that’s been turned into the most welcoming, rustic restaurant space. The gardens are the perfect summer spot with unreal views over the Gowy & fields for miles.
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The Hollies second site at Lower Stretton was opened in 2007 and is conveniently situated near Warrington and the local motorway system (M56 J10).
The Ice Cream Farm
Set in the picturesque Cheshire countryside between Beeston and Peckforton Castles, The Ice Cream Farm is the tastiest trip you will ever take, enticing hundreds and thousands of visitors every year!
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 Hollies Farm Shop - Little Budworth
Over 60 years later, The Hollies Farm Shop has grown to become a destination and one of the best Farm Shops in the Northwest of England.
Brasserie ABode Chester
Introducing the 5th Floor Brasserie Abode Bar & Restaurant; with stunning panoramic views over Chester Racecourse and the Welsh hills.
Blakemere Village
Enjoy over 20 shops, 100 independent retailers, 15 family-fun activities, and five enticing bars and eateries
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.
Cafe 1092 in the Refectory
Cafe 1092 in the Refectory is located within the nearly thousand year old Chester Cathedral.
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Unmissable Foodie Events
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Dates: 27th Mar - 27th Mar 2026
Join us at Old Palace for a unique experience of fine dining, connection, and celebration.
Seasonal Chef's Table
Dates: 27th Feb - 27th Feb 2026
Join us at our Chef’s Table for a unique experience of fine dining, connection, and celebration.
New Year's Eve
Dates: 31st Dec - 1st Jan 2026
Overnight stay and black-tie celebrations in the Westminster Suite!
Brunch with Santa
Dates: 30th Nov - 24th Dec 2025
For you, a special invitation from Santa to join him for a wonderful Sunday Brunch in the Cathedral Refectory - the beautiful thirteenth century monks dining hall.
Foodie Offers
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Expiry Date: 30th Dec 2025
Choose two or three courses from Nelson’s specially selected Christmas Fayre menu, featuring Christmas comforts galore.
Expiry Date: 23rd Dec 2025
Gather your friends and family for a festive three-course menu crafted from the season’s finest ingredients
Expiry Date: 13th Dec 2025
Gather your friends for a festive party night at ABode Chester.
Expiry Date: 31st Dec 2025
Our set menu dining experience… Choose 2 course for just 17.95 or 3 course for only 20.95 and enjoy plenty of Olive Tree favourites
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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Quiz Night
Help us raise money for CoppaFeel at our next charity quiz night!! Book your table today!
£5.00 From price per person
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