Best Restaurants In Chester

Located between Manchester and Liverpool, sits the often overlooked but undeniably charming city of Chester. Not necessarily recognised for having a thriving food scene, but certainly scattered with hidden treasures, it’s definitely somewhere you should consider adding to your wishlist of destinations.

From lavish fine-dining restaurants to characterful tapas joints, you’ll be surprised to hear that Chester is actually home to a range of impressive eateries. And luckily for you, with the help of Chester resident and Mob Content Editor – Maz, we have carefully curated a collection of the best and highly-rated restaurants in the city. Whether you’re looking for a blow-out tasting menu, a quick bite out to eat or relaxed lunch spot, here’s our pick of the best restaurants in Chester.

Chef's Table – good for special occasions, excellent service, caters for all dietary requirements

Pierogi – cheap eats, a great lunch spot

Porta – bustling atmosphere, cheap eats, delicious sangria

Shanghai – affordable dining, extensive menu selection, fantastic banquet offering

Chez Jules – good for families, affordable dining

Covino – brilliant wine selection, outstanding small plates, perfect for date night

Sticky Walnut – fancy without being pretentious, delicious food

Upstairs At The Grill – good for steak, relaxed dining

Little Yellow Pig – great for brunch and coffee

Here’s a sophisticated spot where every detail has been carefully considered. From the restaurant’s graceful table settings to its fitting wine pairings and impeccable service. Not to mention the fact that this place caters to a range of dietary requirements (there are additional gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan menus available). Soon relocating to a bigger plot – Chef's Table is a 30-seater restaurant operating out of a former salon, currently located in the heart of the city, run by a small team of talented chefs. This is, without a question, one of the best restaurants in Chester.

4 Music Hall Passage, Chester CH1 2EU

They say the best things come in small packages. And Pierogi on Brook Street in Chester, is a translation of just that. Unapologetically quaint, this restaurant delivers authentic Polish dumplings for an unbeatable price. Its stripped-back, simple menu offers a total of six dumplings with various fillings. Think sauerkraut and mushroom, beef and pork, and potato and curd cheese. You can even watch as the fillings are spooned into the dumpling cut-outs before being crimped and cooked. All in all, it’s a wildly delicate and delicious eating experience.

44 Brook Street, Chester CH1 3DZ

Enter, the characterful tapas joint we mentioned earlier. Operating on a walk-in basis only, expect categorically tasty food. Small but mighty, this bustling tapas bar is just as good for date night as it is for a get-together with pals. Serving up a great selection of Spanish wines and inviting small plates, this one’s a must-visit if you're staycationing in Chester.

140 Northgate Street, Chester CH1 2HT

A good Chinese restaurant shouldn’t be taken for granted, Mob. Especially one that’s nailed the ultimate banquet offering. See, Shanghai in Chester. Rated highly for its swift and attentive customer service, there isn't a dish on this restaurant's extensive menu that doesn't hit the spot.

4 Hoole Road, Chester CH2 3NH

Northgate Street is the place to be in Chester. Bursting with vibrant, easy-going eateries, it's a stone's throw away from the city's must-see cathedral and houses some absolute gems like Chez Jules – a French eating house which combines genuinely tasty dishes with genuinely affordable prices.

71 Northgate Street, Chester CH1 2HQ

Serving up a daily-changing menu of seasonally inspired small plates with a real focus on simplicity and flavour, Covino prides itself on being an intimate, owner-run wine bar and restaurant. With over 140 artisan wines to choose from, this place has romantic date night written all over it.

118 Northgate Street, Chester, CH1 2HT

Positioned on the edge of Chester in the city’s trendy district of Hoole, lays Sticky Walnut. The perfect stopping place for a fancy meal without the fancy dress code. Don't be fooled by this restaurant's unassuming shopfront exterior, because what goes on inside is nothing short of exemplary. The bistro's menu changes according to the season, with each revision promising the best seasonal ingredients. Other spots worth a visit in Gary Usher's family of bistros include Wreckfish, HISPI and Pinion.

11 Charles Street, Cheshire, Chester, CH2 3AZ

Upstairs At The Grill is Chester's go-to for a good steak. Offering your classic cuts alongside a pick of the restaurant's signature steaks, this spot is for those who like to blow-out on a meaty meal together with a glass (or bottle) of perfectly matched wine.

70 Watergate Street, Chester, CH1 2LA

A breakfast joint dotted with random memorabilia is a breakfast joint worth a visit. The Little Yellow Pig in Hoole, Chester is a medium-sized establishment delivering five-star brunches and five-star coffee. The team of fresh-faced baristas and servers make this a 10/10 brunch experience, on hand to treat all your needs.

31 Westminster Road, Hoole, Chester CH2 3AX