Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Chester

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Updated 05 November 2026

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Moules A Go Go

4.8

4.8 (2284)

£25 and under

European

Chester

About the restaurant

As the name suggests, Moules a go-go is famous for its mussels, fresh from the shores of Anglesey, served in a variety of ways from simple Moules Marinieres to Korean. The vast selection of seafood dishes ranging from traditional fish and chips to scrumptious Sea Bass is impressive, though equally appealing are the locally sourced juicy steaks . After 17 successful years in business amongst tough competition, Moules a go-go is still going strong, boasting superb food and a great atmosphere in contemporary yet comfortable surroundings. The head chef and manager have been there since the restaurant’s inception; such longevity is a rare blessing in the tempestuous world of the steaming kitchen, but this dedication shows in the consistency and quality of the food and service. Moules a go-go is a real find in the heart of Chester's history.

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Peter

Dined on 28 Oct 2026

Great evening on wine Wednesday.. excellent as usual

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4.8

4.8 (4012)

£26 to £40

British

Chester

About the restaurant

Lunch Offer - Two Courses for £40 / Three Courses for £45
Dinner - A la carte Menu • or • Six Course 'Taste of the Menu' £75
Full service Lounge with Happy Hour Wed-Friday, 5-7pm

Chef's Table is an award-winning intimate modern British restaurant in Chester, offering a contemporary dining experience focused on fresh, seasonal cuisine, high-quality produce and flavour. Our menus change every 4-6 weeks to reflect what's growing on our farm in Daresbury, alongside ingredients from across the globe that inspire our cooking and menus.

Vegan / GF / DF Menus available
Climate controlled premises.
Private Hire available for 10-50 guests.
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If your preferred time is not available please make a note on your reservation and we will try our best to accommodate you in the event of a cancellation. If you don't see the time you would like, please email us at info@chefstablechester.co.uk with the preferred time, party size, and telephone number and we will check our availability.

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Charles

Dined 6 days ago

We went back to Chef’s table for my wife’s birthday what a treat! Lucien our host was amazing and treated us so well throughout our visit with the lovely Sophie providing a secondary host. The menu was excellent as usual and well enjoyed the haggis fritters as a shared pre starter then on to the soft shelled crab and goat’s cheese. Mains were Sunday roast (chicken and beef which were excellent particular credit to the cauliflower cheese. Finally baked Alaska (shared) which was beautifully constructed with underlying lemon base. Such a lovely and special meal with a great team front and back of house. We will be BACK !

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Experience

Lunch Offer : 3 Courses £45

Experience

6 Course 'Taste of the Menu'

The Lounge at Chef's Table

4.7

4.7 (380)

£26 to £40

British

Chester

About the restaurant

Situated within Chef's Table, the Lounge (previously Twenty Eight Lounge) is a relaxed drinking and dining space with a full service restaurant menu - whether you're popping in for happy hour and a few small plates, or settling in for a long and leisurely evening over dinner.

On the lighter side, you'll find refined snacks and seasonal small plates, indulgent fare including our wagyu burger, fried chicken with caviar, and lobster frites alongside salads and an 'on toast' menu using our own freshly baked bread and our twist on the classic club sandwich.

Equally suited to a spontaneous drink, a relaxed catch-up over food with friends, or an intimate date night, the Lounge also makes the perfect stop before or after dining at Chef’s Table next door.

Head Chef : Jay Tanner
2024 Condé Nast Traveller Restaurant Awards Winner : Reader's Favourite
1 AA Rosette • Square Meal Top 100 Restaurants 2025

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caroline

Dined 3 days ago

Beautiful tasty tapas style dishes. Great knowledgeable service and lovely wine. Will return when in Chester again… highly recommended

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Experience

Happy Hour

Piccolino - Chester

4.6

4.6 (531)

£26 to £40

Italian

Chester

About the restaurant

Chester’s historic beauty and unique atmosphere make it one of the UK’s most popular places to visit. This ancient city is a must for history-lovers: walk the Roman walls following in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, and visit the largest Amphitheatre in Britain. It makes sense that with all that Roman history, Chester is also home to one of the area’s best Italian restaurants, Piccolino!
Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the Chester dining scene. Located on Pepper Street, Piccolino in Chester boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and wine boutique. Piccolino is also home to Chester’s very first Prosecco bar and alfresco terrace.
We visit the regions, meet the producers and are committed to sourcing the best quality ingredients. At Piccolino, passion for provenance is at the forefront of our menu, which incorporates the best and freshest seasonal produce, Italian cheeses, meat and seafood, all delivering pure classic Italian flavours.

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Julian

Dined on 23 Oct 2026

Great Restaurant, beautiful decor, friendly service.

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Experience

Express Lunch

Experience

A Taste of Piccolino : Tasting Menu

Experience

Signature Festive Menu

Artezzan Restaurant & Bar

4.6

4.6 (36)

£26 to £40

Mediterranean

Chester

About the restaurant

ARTEZZAN TAKES AN HONEST APPROACH TO MEDITERRANEAN INSPIRED FOOD SERVED IN A MODERN, FRESH, FEEL-GOOD WAY. OFFERING A UNIQUE DINING AND DRINKING EXPERIENCE CELEBRATING AN AUTHENTIC MEDITERRANEAN TASTE.

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John

Dined 4 days ago

First visit and was blown away how good it was. Robbie our server was excellent and attentive. Food was amazing, will definitely return!

Carbonara

4.6

4.6 (182)

£26 to £40

Italian

Chester

About the restaurant

Our family-owned restaurant and bar - set in a venue of beauty & history within the heart of the Roman city of Chester, be sure of a warm welcome, exceptional wines and exquisite Roman dishes as we put our passion onto your plate. Set within the historic St. Michael’s Parish—a beautifully preserved 350-year-old building—our upstairs private dining space provides an inviting and characterful setting. Inspired by our namesake dish, Carbonara embodies our passion for genuine Italian flavours and tradition.

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Jack

Dined 4 days ago

Great experience as always. Amazing venue ambiance and staff with great traditional Italian dishes. Would always recommend.

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Popular dish

Carbonara

The Oakfield

4.4

4.4 (4011)

£25 and under

International

Chester

About the restaurant

The Oakfield is set in a stunning property at the heart of Chester Zoo, making this a truly unique contemporary British pub.

With pride and passion we’ll be serving freshly prepared locally sourced food and hand-picked beers, wines and spirits. The Oakfield has been lovingly restored and our new garden room offers incredible views of our award winning gardens.

So, whether you are enjoying a day at the zoo or want to pop in for lunch you’ll get a warm welcome from our team.*

*Usual zoo admission fees apply but our members can visit as often as they wish.

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Stephanie

Dined 5 days ago

Me and my daughter had lunch at the Oakfield (my daughter is 4) on Monday after our visit to the zoo. We are members and have visited the oakfield before. On this visit we were welcomed by a lovely lady who seated us and gave my daughter some colouring (extra bonus points from my daughter when colouring is involved) A young man came to serve us who was really chatty and didn’t just speak to me he spoke to my daughter aswell. Our Order was taking and the food and drinks arrived really quickly. It was delicious. I had the cod and chips and my daughter had pasta off the kids menu. Overall it was a lovely experience The food is expensive but it’s very fresh and great for a treat

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Popular dish

Lightly spiced pumpkin soup

The Forge

4.4

4.4 (577)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Chester

About the restaurant

AA 2 Rosette restaurant. The Forge Restaurant in Chester is one of Chester’s best restaurants with delicious food and unrivalled service. With a passion for wild, sustainable British ingredients, and a love of simple cooking over fire and charcoal. The Forge has its kitchen front and centre in the middle of this lovely, and elegant space. Incredible dry-aged beef and wild venison will be found in the maturation cabinets, awaiting their turn on the amazing forge grill, to be lovingly grilled and roasted over beech logs. Head chef Dan Regan, a passionate chef, heads up the young, vibrant team in the kitchen. Combining amazing, wild, sustainable ingredients from land and sea into sumptuous creations that form really memorable eating experiences. We focus on British ingredients, as local to Chester. Our venison, always a hugely popular part of our menus, is harvested from herds on estates that focus on improving biodiversity and deer health – a process we call Farming the Wild.

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Luke

Dined 7 days ago

Food was delicious, wait was perfectly reasonable, the drinks options are amazing and the staff are so helpful and polite. 10/10

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Popular dish

Heritage Ribeye

Experience

Steak Night at The Forge

Experience

Breakfast Set Menu

Duttons

4.3

4.3 (68)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Chester

About the restaurant

Welcome to Duttons!
Nestled discreetly on Godstall Lane, just moments from the iconic Chester Cathedral, Duttons offers one of the finest restaurants serving pub classics in Chester city centre.

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Anna

Dined 7 days ago

We’ve been to Duttons many times for drinks but this was the first time for food. It didn’t disappoint, the food choices were great and we decided on the fried chicken burger and the chicken shawarma. They were both lovely! Service was quick and the food delicious. The staff checked on us and made sure we had drinks when ever we needed them. And the desserts were fab!

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Experience

Bottomless Brunch

Experience

Festive Bottomless Brunch

Experience

Festive Menu

The Ivy Chester Brasserie

4.3

4.3 (1010)

£25 and under

British

Chester

About the restaurant

Situated on Newgate Street in the heart of the city centre, The Ivy Chester Brasserie offers a sophisticated yet relaxed environment for every occasion. From casual lunches to leisurely dinners, guests can enjoy a thoughtfully crafted menu in a beautifully designed space.

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Lynn

Dined 5 days ago

Guinea fowl very good and cheese soufflé too. Always find something special at the Ivy and menu changes to keep it fresh,

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