Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in Chester

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Updated 05 June 2026

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Shrub

4.9

4.9 (1549)

£26 to £40

British

Chester

About the restaurant

Welcome to Shrub.
Modern Cafe Culture in the heart of Chester.
Whether it's a coffee in the morning, a light lunch on the terrace with a glass of wine from our eclectic selection, to an intimate dinner for two in the restaurant, we aim to offer something for everyone at every time of the day.
If you're not hungry join us for drinks in our bar area where you can sample some of our delicious in house cocktails.
Whatever the time, whatever the occasion we look forward to seeing you.

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Kaye

Dined 7 days ago

Loved it! Amazing food, excellent service, stylish interior, relaxed and welcoming.

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Dormouse Haven Restaurant and Tea Room

4.9

4.9 (165)

£26 to £40

Afternoon Tea

Cuddington

About the restaurant

Tumble down the rabbit hole and find yourself at Dormouse Haven Tea Room, where every corner tells a tale as curious as Alice’s adventures! Our walls, adorned with hand-painted murals inspired by Wonderland, and shelves dotted with whimsical collectibles, invite you to a tea party you won’t soon forget. Gather your band of merry mad-hatters for private dining experiences tailored for groups up to 30—perfect for any celebration that calls for a touch of the extraordinary.

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Janet

Dined on 9 Jun 2026

What a beautiful day we had yesterday celebrating my friend Di’s birthday here, happy to say she loved it as did I, it was special. They even gave her a birthday card! It’s been on our bucket list for over a year and it did not disappoint. We wholeheartedly recommend you to visit, the food quality and ambiance is just fantastic. Petra the owner puts her heart and soul into the place and it shows, the attention to detail in everything was noted by us and very much appreciated. It was great to meet her and her lovely assistant who made us feel so welcome. Looking forward to returning and also to their new place in Kingsley when it opens. We have told everyone about it and have no hesitation in recommending it. It’s a must! Thank you so much for a very memorable day ❤️

The White Horse Churton

4.8

4.8 (1198)

£26 to £40

British

Churton

About the restaurant

The White Horse in Churton, the very first pub from Elite Bistros, the award winning team behind, Sticky Walnut, Hispi, Wreck and Usher's Bakehouse.

You'll find a warm welcome, a great range of beers and well stocked bar plus all the fantastic food you have come to expect from Elite Bistros. Our toasty open fires are perfect to while away the hours with the newspapers or when the sun shines you can enjoy our terrace and beer garden.

Our kitchen is open 7 days a week, 12.00-8.00pm Mon-Thurs, 12.00-9.00pm Fri-Sat and 12.00-7.30pm on Sundays.

We can't wait to welcome you all and show you around.

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Garry

Dined 4 days ago

I chose the Cheese and onion pie followed by cheesecake, and i would return again just for that. The pie was so nice and the cheesecake had their own twist to it. It looked more like a crumble when brought to the table - but it was delicious! My wife had fish and chips which also looked lovely!

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4.8

4.8 (65)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Tattenhall

About the restaurant

The Bear stands proudly at the heart of picturesque Tattenhall, a beautiful South Cheshire village with a rich history and vibrant community.

Centrally located in the village High Street, the team invite you to experience genuine hospitality within spaces that balance tradition with contemporary design. Our 19th Century Inn has been lovingly restored to create a warm, welcoming haven with exceptional food and carefully selected drinks. Outside, the large walled garden with south facing terrace is a delightful sun trap.

Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed lunch, intimate dinner, celebratory gathering, or overnight stay, The Bear offers a distinctly premium experience while remaining authentically connected to its village roots.

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Tracy

Dined 4 days ago

A lovely meal as always. The wine was well priced and very good

Urbano 32

4.7

4.7 (710)

£25 and under

Pizzeria

Chester

About the restaurant

Urbano32 is a pizza restaurant, bar & social meeting place.
The focal point of the restaurant alongside its amazing rustic, industrial interior is the handmade clay pizza oven from which we serve sourdough pizzas alongside antipasti & daily specials using only the freshest quality ingredients.
With a thriving bar scene both before & after dining, fantastic service & great food Urbano32 is perfect for any occasion. A bespoke wine list together with a small but well defined cocktail list & a selection of craft beers will satisfy guests with even the most diverse of tastes.
Urbano32’s welcoming staff will provide you with great service and that coupled with the amazing food & drink makes us a fantastic addition to Chester’s dining scene.

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Angharad

Dined on 29 May 2026

If I could rate higher. I would. Fantastic food quality. Fantastic service. Wonderful atmosphere

Piccolino - Chester

4.6

4.6 (509)

£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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David

Dined 5 days ago

Food was top class and our waiter was awesome. Thoroughly enjoyable experience, definite recommend and we will be visiting again!

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Experience

Race Day Brunch

Experience

Momenti con Papà (Father's Day)

Experience

Signature Italiana

Ring O' Bells

4.5

4.5 (1935)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Chester

About the restaurant

The Ring O’ Bells is located in the heart of the picturesque Cheshire village Christleton with a fabulous ambience. The addition of The Glasshouse, a contemporary extension, gives an exciting dimension to the pub, creating a spectacular dining environment perfect for hosting any special event. In the warmer months its fully retractable doors create the ideal inside/outside space.
The restaurant is a vibrant place to dine. For main meals, the new spring/summer menu includes wonderful seasonal dishes such as, Scottish Salmon Fillet with Pan Fried Rosemary Garlic Baby Potatoes, Green Beans, Lemon White Wine Parsley Sauce, Crispy Batter Scraps & Halloumi & Cauliflower Shawarma Flatbread, alongside established favourites like hand-stretched stone-baked pizzas and Sunday roasts.
Alfresco drinking & dining is also well catered for – when weather permits.

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Ryan

Dined on 3 Jun 2026

Booked last minute on the way back from Chester, really welcoming on arrival, very swift drinks and food order, waitress repeated the food order back to us to ensure order was correct. Really good food and great atmosphere

Opera Grill - Chester

4.5

4.5 (554)

£26 to £40

Grill

Chester

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Chester, Restaurant Bar & Grill Opera Grill is one of the city’s most iconic dining destinations.
Spanning three floors, the venue features stylish restaurant and bar spaces, a live music lounge with stage, a south-facing rooftop terrace, private dining room and vibrant cocktail bars perfect for celebrations, drinks and all-day dining.
Inspired by global flavours and premium ingredients, the menu showcases signature steaks, fresh seafood, grilled dishes and crafted cocktails in an experience-led setting.
Open from lunch until late, seven days a week, Opera Grill Chester is ideal for brunch, dinner, celebrations, private events and late-night dining.

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Victoria

Dined on 25 May 2026

The atmosphere was great, the food was fantastic and the staff were all just brilliant. From the moment we arrived nothing was too much trouble, we were well looked after and enjoyed truly great service and really excellent food. We had such a gorgeous time and will definitely be back.

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Experience

Gospel Sunday by Sing Out Music

Experience

England Match Nights at Opera Grill

Experience

Weekend Live Music

The Forge

4.4

4.4 (552)

£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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Nathan

Dined 7 days ago

Good food and great service. Thank you for everything.

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4.4

4.4 (35)

£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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Ken

Dined 4 days ago

Food and service was excellent place was very busy

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