Chester
The Cross Keys

The Cross Keys

Bars & Breweries in Chester

4.5 558 Google reviews£10–20

+44 124 434 44 602 Duke St, Chester, CH1 1RP

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2 Duke St, Chester, CH1 1RP

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About

Traditional pub serving Real Ale, only moments from historic walls and River Dee GBG entry for 10yrs Pies available during opening hours Homemade Sunday lunch Quiz nights on Thursdays Regular Irish trad sessions Open mic nights Dogs welcome Outside terrace Function room

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Trivia night

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
4 to 11 PM
Thursday
4 to 11 PM
Friday
4 to 11 PM
Saturday
1 to 11 PM
Sunday
1 to 9 PM

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