Bars & Breweries

Modern hotel with classy bedrooms, plus a cocktail bar and Michael Caines Restaurant.

Chester's most iconic live music venue & the longest running comedy club outside of London in the UK! Open 7 days a week with extensive bar, Chester's biggest city centre beer garden and of course situated in Rufus Court with courtyard seating available.

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German Themed Axe Throwing Venue serving German Snacks and Drinks

Backstage Theatre Bar Chester 🎭 Located on Godstall Lane, Chester, Backstage is a cosy musical theatre-themed cocktail bar where every visit takes centre stage. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails inspired by your favourite shows, musical theatre sing-alongs, karaoke, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for everyone. Open Tuesday & Thursday to Sunday | 5:00pm – Midnight ✨For A Few Hours, The Lights Go Down, The Curtain Rises, And The World Outside Can Wait ✨

Proudly independent and rooted in the heart of Chester, Barlounge has been serving expertly crafted cocktails, sharing-style food, and a warm welcome for over 26 years. Our attentive team are passionate about creating memorable experiences, combining great drinks, delicious food, and friendly service in a lively, buzzy atmosphere. Whether you’re joining us for cocktails, dining, or a night out with friends, everything is done the Barlounge way.

At Basement 85, we believe the best moments happen over a perfectly poured glass and great food. Ethan has a real appreciation for perfectly kept beer and cider, building a strong and distinctive line-up across the taps. Alongside him, Lily brings a passion for great wines and well-balanced pours, helping shape a drinks selection that offers quality and choice. We are proud to be the permanent home of Fully Loaded Grill, serving up a menu of smash burgers, loaded fries, tasty sides and more. If you're looking for something a little lighter, we are serving our popular charcuterie and cheese boards. Perfect for sharing over a glass of wine or a pint.

Simple rooms in a redbrick lodging with a pub-style restaurant, plus free breakfast and Wi-Fi.

Craft Beer Bottleshop and Tap Room in the heart of Chester. Featuring the best local, national and world wide craft beers to drink in or take away.

A cozy bar set within the 16th Century Bishop Lloyd's Palace on Watergate Row Chester. Serving a selection of wines, premium spirits and local beers in a friendly environment. Great for conversation with friends inside, or on the terrace overlooking Watergate Street outside. Limited but good quality food selection with pies from Great North Pie Company and cheese selection from The Cheese Wedge. Open for afternoon and early evenings. 10PM close on Friday and Saturday

Proudly owned and run by Andy, an Irishman, offering a non-gimmicky traditional Irish bar. Huge range of Irish Whiskeys, Guinness and Murphys on tap along with Guinness Zero. Lagers and Cask Ales. Traditional bar snacks. A warm welcome assured. Lots of seated space

Bluestone is a Family run craft beer and wine bar with a relaxed atmosphere offering a range of keg and cask beer, locally sourced gins and sustainable wines.

A bar at ABode Chester on Grosvenor Road in Chester.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of Chester Northgate, wander your way into Chester Picturehouse: a treat of a cinema boasting six screens and a café-bar, not to mention a stunning mural created exclusively for us by artist Murugiah that'll greet you when you arrive. The cinema's dazzling interior design, in enviable shades of pink and blue, gently nods to the perfectly pastel-hued worlds of one of our favourite filmmakers, Wes Anderson – and we've paid just as much careful attention to our Chester home as he does to all his films.

Chester’s 1st Premier luxurious exclusive Private Hire Venue . Celebrate with us 18ths to 80ths and everything in between. Available 7 Days a week for baby showers , events , hen dos , corporate events and celebrations . No Hire Fee / Deposit Required

A social, communal bar located in Chester, bringing people together through food and drink. For the past eight years, we’ve delivered our renowned, inclusive and welcoming experience that champions all common people. So whether you’ve come down for a pint of your favourite craft beer, tucking into our famed Sunday Roasts, soaking up the sun on our tremendous beer terrace, exploring our extensive vegan options, or even just taking the pooch for a wander, we’ve got a seat at the bar with your name on it.

Situated in the Arcade on Northgate Street, Cosy Club Chester is based within the historic former Westminster Coach and Carriage Works, making it the perfect place for brunch, a long lunch, after-work cocktails or dinner with friends, open 9am until late. Chester Cathedral is a nearly 1,000-year-old cathedral featuring towering Gothic architecture, a falconry garden, and expansive grounds. Chester Roman Amphitheatre is the largest of its kind in Britain, offering a glimpse into the city's ancient Roman past. The City Walls are the most complete Roman walls in Britain, a six minute walk away.

Polished hotel with a bar/restaurant & an indoor pool, as well as a spa & meeting space.

Côte Brasserie in Chester offers an exceptional French dining experience in the heart of this historic city, conveniently located within the Grosvenor Shopping Centre. Located just a short walk from some of the city’s most famous landmarks, including Chester Cathedral, Chester City Walls, the Roman Amphitheatre, Eastgate Clock, and the Grosvenor Museum. It’s also less than a ten-minute walk from Chester Racecourse, making it a perfect spot for a meal before or after the races. The restaurant boasts a spacious private and group dining area that can accommodate up to 100 people, making it an ideal venue for large gatherings, celebrations, or corporate events.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Chester city centre and treat yourself to a delicious meal or drink at Duttons. Tucked away on Godstall Lane, just a stone’s throw away from Chester Cathedral you’ll find Duttons Chester; a haven for cocktail and food lovers alike. Our ever-changing main menu with seasonal specials and Chester's best bottomless brunch. Join us every Friday and Saturday for live music. Or on Sundays treat yourself to our famous roast, with carved meats, sage and onion stuffing, pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, root vegetables, buttered greens, cauliflower cheese, bottomless gravy and unlimited Yorkshire puddings.

Restaurant, bar , cocktail , draft beers, vine’s , spirits, bottle beers homemade burgers, vegan food , dine in or takeaway

Join us to discover a true taste of Southern States in our authentic BBQ smokehouse. Whether you’re joining us for brunch, lunch, dinner or just drinks we’re ready to show you real Southern hospitality. Our barbecue is cooked low n’ slow by our Pitmasters… think 16-hour smoked Brisket, packed trays & platters built for sharing, plus burgers, mac’s & more. Head down & join us in our neighbourhood bars, the perfect place to grab a cold beer, hand-shaken cocktail or a crazy freakshake, while catching all the American football action this NFL season.

Homebrew Tap is an artisan tap room bar with a wide selection of craft beers, wines and spirits.

Huxley's is located directly next to the Eastgate Clock on Chester's world famous City Walls. Fully licensed bar selling artisan and local produce, organic farm ice cream and fabulous coffee

Offering modern, fresh cooking, La Brasserie’s vibrant 2 AA Rosette restaurant prepares beautiful dishes using flavours and ingredients from home and abroad. A glamorous Champagne bar takes centre stage, serving everything from Cappuccinos to Cosmopolitans and an exquisite selection of Champagne. Open daily from 11am, a casual , lunch and dinner menu can be enjoyed within the bar.

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Metronome is a cozy vinyl jazz bar in the heart of Chester city walls, where warm light, good drinks and timeless records meet.

Bright, modern restaurant with pale wood decor serving steak, rotisserie meat and seafood dishes.

Wine and cocktail bar serving the largest cocktails in Chester, really friendly service, bottomless brunches and party bookings available

A bar on Lower Bridge Street, Chester.

Complete cellar services, from installations, breakdowns to professional line cleaning. Everything you need to have perfect beer.

Wine & Cocktails, served up in a stylish and comfortable setting.

Welcome to Piccolino, where you can indulge in curated menus of the finest Italian dishes crafted from expertly sourced ingredients & perfectly paired wine. Piccolino is a proud fixture of the Chester dining scene. Located on Pepper Street, Piccolino boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and wine boutique. It’s also home to Chester’s very first Prosecco bar and alfresco terrace.

The Providence Gin bar serve over 300 Gins along with some great wines, cocktails and some really good craft beers including our very own Providence Pils, an English malt brewed in a Bavarian style. Additionally, the venue will feature a tasting room where guests will be invited to a range of gin and spirit tasting experiences, and the space can also be booked for private events and corporate entertaining. Grazing boards with locally sourced produce will be served including Cheshire cheeses, artisan breads baked within the city walls and cured meats and pate from Chester-based suppliers.

Rooftop Social Club is Chester’s all-weather rooftop destination for street food, cocktails, games and private events in the heart of the city centre. Home to four independent kitchens, three bars, shuffleboard, karaoke, games, quizzes and comedy nights, the Roof is ideal for everything from after-work drinks and group celebrations to corporate events, birthdays and private hire in Chester. Full and partial private hire is available 7 days a week. With space for up to 300 guests, Rooftop Social Club brings together food, drinks and social experiences under one roof.

Rosies is a lively multi-room nightclub in Chester, offering an unforgettable night out across three vibrant floors. With a state-of-the-art sound and lighting setup, move between the open-top roof terrace, the energetic live music floor, and stylish VIP areas including a Champagne lounge and private booths. Our venue also offers pre-bookable drinks packages, and tailored options for birthdays, hen and stag dos in Chester. Known for its buzzing atmosphere and themed club nights, Rosies blends Chester’s historic charm with a modern party vibe. Plus, exclusive student discounts help to make every night memorable. Whether you fancy a couple of cocktails or clubbing in Chester, Rosies is the place to be.

A bar on Eastgate St in Chester.

Sandstone is a craft beer, cider and wine bar with an extensive range of 100 beers consisting of 10 keg and 3 cask lines and stocked fridges for drink in and drink out. Our wine menu has been carefully selected to ensure a wide variety of incredible wines from wineries using sustainable practices. We also stock a range of gluten free and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as serving soft drinks, teas and coffees. Dog friendly venue, feel free to ask for a dog bowl and treats available at the end of the bar too.

Spinners Chester is a competitive socialising venue in the heart of the city centre, on Frodsham Street. Six games under one roof: duckpin bowling, electric darts, Clayshot indoor clay shooting, interactive mini golf, electric boules and shuffleboard. Play one, or work your way round the lot. Our kitchen makes freshly baked artisan pizzas, signature Spinners Burgers and loaded sides, and the bar pours theatrical cocktails alongside local beers and premium spirits. Families are welcome through the day; evenings suit date nights, birthdays, work socials, stag and hen parties and full venue hire. Fully accessible, and air conditioned throughout. Roll on the good times.

The Stixx is an alfresco bar and braai located in the railway arches next to Chester Racecourse, bringing the heart and soul of South African cuisine and nightlife to Chester this October. The Stixx, a concept rooted in the heart of Southern Africa brings together the traditional Bar and Braai in a way that resonates with the warmth and hospitality of 'Ubuntu'. An African philosophy that emphasizes humanity and community, "I am because we are." Recognising the relationships of all people; a reminder that this sense of togetherness is what makes The Stixx more than just a place to eat and drink. What is a Braai? Braai is Afrikaans for 'barbecue' it's not just a method of cooking; it's a cultural ritual.

Are you looking for things to do in Chester? Well, we're excited to bring our newest fun-filled entertainment centre to the city which is packed full of exciting indoor activities. You’ll love its stylish interior, 28 impressive bowling lanes, private karaoke rooms, exhilarating 4D laser tag arena, and themed escape rooms by the man himself, Houdini. Plus, don’t forget to try our fun-filled arcade games, pool, or table tennis for some friendly competition, as well as our 2 vibrant cocktail bars where you can enjoy some tasty food and drink to refuel. For the best celebrations, look no further with great kid’s bowling and laser tag parties, along with karaoke parties for kids and adults alike!

Specific site for our Terrace Bar area. As one of the largest outside area that can be covered and fully heated with its own bar, its one of the best places to visit in Chester on a hot sunny day or a wet day. Wheelchair access to inside downstairs bar only.

CAMRA NATIONAL CIDER & PERRY PUB OF THE YEAR 2024 Bottleshop, taproom & craft beer bar in Chester. 14 beer & 4 cider taps. Over 350 different beers & over 120 ciders. Drink in or take home. Craft Beer, fine cider, wine & small batch spirits.

Belgian beer in Chester, British craft ale, German lager

Dog-friendly, award-winning craft beer bar with great food, knowledgeable staff, and live sport.

Refined hotel in a townhouse with an annexe offering genteel rooms & an apartment, plus a cosy bar.

Voted 'Best Hotel' in the 2023 Chester Bid Customer Service Awards and we couldn’t be prouder! With the perfect blend of a traditional (well, we have been around since 1840...) and modern setting; we are an independent city centre restaurant with 8 delightful hotel rooms upstairs. Our Head Chef and talented kitchen team serve up delicious home-cooked food every day, taking inspiration from the seasons and locally sourced produce. And what goes well with great food? A great drink... A hand-selected selection of cask ales, wines, teas and coffees await for you to take your pick! Phil Doyle (General Manager)

Upmarket hotel featuring stylish rooms with free WiFi, plus 3 bars hosting live music and DJs.