Bars & Breweries

The Bouverie is located in the historic town of Chester, in the garden quarter (suburban), not far from the city walls. We are a premium bar, serving good quality food, whilst using locally sourced fresh produce including Chester’s local multi award winning butchers FARMER’S MEATS. We take great pride in our chargrill steak dishes, Sunday roasts and our famous burger range which will leave you satisfied. We also serve breakfast every Saturday and Sunday from 10am. Our bar stocks a wide range of Premium lagers, craft lagers, cask ales and cocktails, all of which can be enjoyed outside in our huge smart beer garden, perfect for summer time. We show live sports including football, boxing, racing, & rugby.

A pub on Chester St in Chester.

The Brewery Tap is a welcoming traditional pub in the heart of Chester, set within a stunning medieval banqueting hall that adds unique character and charm. Popular with both locals and visitors, The Brewery Tap Chester is renowned for its excellent range of real ales, craft beers, premium spirits, and freshly prepared classic pub food, all served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Conveniently located near Chester city centre, it is the perfect destination for lunch, dinner, after-work drinks, or a casual evening out. With warm hospitality, cosy interiors, and a historic setting, The Brewery Tap is one of the best pubs in Chester for food, drinks, and socialising.

Under new ownership since November 2023. Friendly local pub located just on the outskirts of chester, running alongside the Shropshire Union Canal. Dog friendly and family friendly. Food served Wednesday-Sunday. 2 pool tables, dart board & juke box situated in our games room.

Welcome to Chester's worst kept secret! Located behind an unassuming door, through an unassuming store room, our bar is a secret spot waiting to be discovered. As you step inside, you'll be transported to an intimate space full of atmosphere, plush seats, and an art deco inspired timeless style. A perfect opportunity to revel in the joys of good company, indulge in a new cocktail experience or sample new flavours. The real showstopper at our joint is the cocktail menu. Drinks crafted by incredible bartenders with unique ingredients, each drink is a work of art that's sure to impress even the most discerning cocktail aficionados. If you want to find us, simply ask at the Liquor and Co bar to “see the caretaker”. We'll do the rest.

A pub on Hartington St in Chester.

Belgian beer in Chester, British craft ale, German lager

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

Bar & Function Room used primarily for the loyal fans of Chester Fc on match days. Available to hire out for private parties / functions throughout the week and weekends when matches are not in play.

Chester Station Tap Room is a welcoming and stylish pub located beside Chester Railway Station in the heart of Chester. Housed in the station’s beautifully restored old first class lounge, it blends historic character with a modern, friendly atmosphere. Popular with commuters, locals, and visitors, it offers an excellent selection of real ales, craft beers, premium spirits, and freshly prepared pub food. Regular events, including drinks nights, arts and crafts sessions, and social gatherings, create a lively destination throughout the week. Ideal for racegoers, it’s a great pre and post Chester Races venue, with a private function room available for parties, meetings, and celebrations.

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

Restaurant and Bar with a great outside terrace area within the heart of city centre

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.

A place to be with friends, drink wine, sample our extensive gin menu, enjoy the best beers, play board games, share food and listen to live music.

A pub on Boughton in Chester.

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

Independent Local Bistro Pub Serving Beers, Wines and Locally Sourced Food. We are a child and pet friendly pub in Chester offering regularly changing cask and keg beers. Our pub has indoor and outdoor seating with heaters.

A bar on Watergate St in Chester.

Looking for a laid-back spot in Chester? You’ve just found it. We pour a proper pint of Guinness (smooth, creamy, and spot on every time), mix up great cocktails, and have a pool table ready if you fancy a game with mates. There’s plenty of space to chill too, including a garden area that’s perfect when the weather’s playing nice. We’ve also got private hire rooms available if you’re planning a party, celebration, or just want your own space. With regular live music bringing the atmosphere, it’s the kind of place you pop in for one and end up staying all night. Good drinks, good tunes, and a proper friendly vibe.

Tucked away in a beautifully restored 19th-century steam mill on the canal in the heart of Chester, The Duck & Dagger is a celebration of heritage, character, and modern hospitality. This striking building steeped in industrial history has been many things over the years. But we saw more than just a vacant building. As the team behind The Coach House, one of Chester’s favourite spots for relaxed dining and classic but friendly hospitality, we wanted to breathe life back into this special place. The Duck & Dagger is our next chapter - a welcoming neighbourhood pub and dining room where old-world charm meets fresh ideas and bold, seasonal food. We’d love to welcome you. Come and be part of the next chapter

Local friendly pub! Serving you with not only the best beers but the best time too!! With live karaoke nights, pool, bagatelle and dart. We have something for everyone, come on down and make your night a night to remember. we offer a great beer garden and outdoor seating available as well as the bar area that features pool table,darts and a duke box!! All your favourite beers and cider on draught and a wide range of spirits from vodkas to whiskeys to shots like sours and much more. We also have a range of 0.0% beers ask a member of staff for more information or drop us a message We have a 5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ food hygiene rating. For more information please contact via Facebook or message us on WhatsApp on our mobile number 07828851273

Venerable, traditional and tranquil pub dating to the 13th c., with classic pub fare and cask ales.

Good Beer, Wine, Cocktails and People Fondue served Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

A brand new bar set in the old revolution building. Serving great Lagers, Ales, whiskies, Vodkas, Rums Gins, Fine Wines & Cocktails. Open from 2pm daily, with a friendly cosy vibe, showing lives sports and entertainment at the weekend.

A pub on Handbridge in Chester.

A place for Weddings & Events

Lovely pub in the idyllic setting of handbridge, just a stone's throw from the centre of Chester. Good food, great beer and a beautiful beer garden!

A lovingly restored Grade II listed pub and freehouse in historic Chester, offering warm hospitality, great beer, and wine. The ground floor retains its traditional charm with open fires and rotating independent ales. Upstairs, our dining rooms serve top-quality, fresh, local, and seasonal food, all homemade. Cooking centres on a charcoal grill, featuring Cheshire produce and heritage-breed meats. Recognised by the Michelin Guide, we deliver exceptional, ingredient-led British cuisine. Located in Boughton, a short walk from the city centre.

After undergoing a huge refurbishment The Leopard is an exciting new pub in the heart of Chester. Serving a wide range of drink and showing all live sport.

The Live Rooms is Chester’s largest independent venue hosting touring and local artists as well as Cabaret, Theatre, Comedy events.

LGBT+ Bar

Classic canalside pub offering pizza, sandwiches and cocktails.

A pub on Hoole Lane, Chester.

A bar on Hoole Rd in Chester.

A classic panelled Georgian drawing room with a magnificent bat - complete with a fabulous fireplace, inviting lounge furnishings and topped off by woodland frescos. The Lounge Bar is the perfect place to enjoy cocktails, champagnes chilled to perfection, fine wines selected with you in mind and spirits and beers from around the world. Open 7 days a week. Just pop in, there's no need to book.

The Marlborough Arms is a historic pub located in Chester city centre, established circa 1898

This canalside hotel features modern rooms, multiple restaurants and a 60-ft. Roman-style pool.

This delightfully, popular local pub can be found tucked away in the attractive suburb of Boughton, Chester. The tiered patio and garden offer the most astounding views over the River Dee and City of Chester. Enjoy a fine selection of cask beer and lagers, complemented by an excellent range of wines, spirits and malts.

Book now for festive food and drinks this Christmas! The Oaklands Hotel is a family-friendly pub in Chester that offers hotel rooms where you can enjoy a comfortable night's rest and free WiFi and EV charging. We're a relaxed sports pub, with TV screens showing everything from football and rugby to cricket and boxing on Sky Sports and TNT Sports. Thanks to our outdoor playground, we've got the kids covered. Not only that, our outdoor space offers a beer garden perfect for catch ups with friends. With disabled facilities, we have everything you need for a great time with your whole family. Our food menu caters for every taste, whilst our pub breakfast and traditional pub Sunday roast are worth looking out for. Be sure to check out our del...

Easygoing sports bar offering snacks, burgers & steaks, plus shuffleboards & pool tables.

This is a proper old city of London boozer, only in Chester, that has a really good reputation for its food - it's a great meeting place over a pub lunch, and at different times you'll find half the commercial and professional heart of the city in there. It's a very social place with a lovely clubby atmosphere, and you're pretty much bound to meet someone interesting.

Dating to the 12th-century, this inn features quaint rooms plus an atmospheric microbrewery.

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled at the heart of the Cheshire village of Hoole. We’re the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy our delicious menu with your favourite drink in hand. We’re proud to offer a menu packed with the most appetising dishes. Our passion for taking traditional pub classics and making them the best around by using the most decadent of ingredients, makes every meal served have you coming back time and time again!

A pub on Overleigh Rd in Chester.

Traditional pub offering contemporary rooms, classic fare, a beer garden & a game room.

A short stroll over the Old Dee Bridge from the famous city walls lies The Ship Inn. Steeped in local history, you’ll find a hearty welcome into a relaxed environment, with quality home-cooked food and a fully stocked bar with everything from local ales to premium gins. Whether you’re after a cosy pub atmosphere, a light and airy restaurant or a grandiose private dining room, The Ship Inn has them all! Perfect spaces on any occasion to enjoy our impressive food and drinks menus come rain or shine. So if it's a quick pit stop on your city tour, a family meal after a day out or a delicious Sunday roast, we will make your visit one to remember. We look forward to seeing you soon, The Ship Inn Team.

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