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Reviews of restaurants in Chester, Cheshire & North East Wales

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An element of style

An element of style

Modern chemistry tells us that there are 92 naturally occurring elements, with another 20-odd that we’ve managed to create ourselves, but only for millionths of a second at a time. Read

The Tavern, Alltami

A welcome return to The Tavern at Alltami

I have often seen signs outside pubs, and other businesses for that matter, proclaiming "Under new management". Read

Oddfellows

Expect the unexpected at Oddfellows

Bringing something different to the table is something every new restaurateur should try to achieve and at Oddfellows in Lower Bridge Street, diners and drinkers are treated to a unique experience within Chester’s Roman Walls. Read

The Nag's Head, Haughton

A country retreat - The Nag's Head, Haughton

First impressions are everything, as they say about job applicants, not to mention restaurants and newspaper articles. Read

The Farndon

Village fare - The Farndon

There’s a lot to be said for taking life at a leisurely pace. Read

George and Dragon, Tarvin

Restored to glory

Voted Best Newcomer in the 2008 Chester Food and Drink Festival, the George and Dragon in Tarvin had a lot to live up to. Read

The Blue Cap, Sandiway

The Blue Cap, Sandiway - Into the blue

A famous hound gives its name to The Blue Cap and our visit there certainly became a dog of a night - though that was not the fault of the hospitality. Read

Northop Golf and County Clubs Far Pavilions

Northop Golf and County Club’s Far Pavilions

Sundays provide the opportunity to while away the last few hours of free time before it’s back to the weekly grind. I, like many others, tend to let this quality time slip by. Read

Churtons, Rossett

Churtons, Rossett - A real character

I’d always been slightly curious about Churtons. My sister, Lucy, lived just around the corner in Rossett for several years, and I often passed the pretty whitewashed building when I called to see her. Read

Fox and Grapes, Hawarden

The Fox & Grapes, Hawarden - A foxy little pub

The ever-immaculate David Attenborough once treated me, and several million other couch naturalists, to a fascinating piece of television. Read

Etasia, Tarporley

Eastern promise - Etasia, Tarporley

High expectations when trying something new or dining somewhere different can often lead to disappointment. Read

Ye Olde King's Head, Chester

Old world charmer - Ye Olde King's Head, Chester

Thank goodness for grandparents. When, about a month or so ago, my wife Kate told me that we were taking hers out to dinner in Chester city centre and added: ‘Be careful where you book, my granddad is a really fussy eater,’ the millstone was placed firmly around my neck. Read

The Goshawk, Mouldsworth

Wing your way to The Goshawk, Mouldsworth

Plenty of pubs have made the move from old fashioned grub to haute cuisine but combining the two should suit all parties. Read

La Tasca, Chester

The spirit of sharing - La Tasca, Chester

As a child I was what is commonly known as a “fussy eater”. Read

Restaurant Locus, Boughton

A winter warmer - Restaurant Locus, Boughton, Chester

Restaurant Locus is the place to be, according to the Which? Good Food Guide, an independent publication. Only two restaurants in Chester warrant a mention – The Arkle at the Chester Grosvenor and Restaurant Locus in Boughton. Read

Heathercliffe Country House

Artfully elegant - Heathercliffe Country House

First a quiz question: What do the legendary American millionaire John Paul Getty Snr. and the Queen of Yugoslavia have in common? Read

Bistro 55, Caerwys

Bistro 55, Caerwys - Bistro blossoms

My wife and I skipped down the A55 to Llandudno for a spot of “He’s behind you!” all courtesy of the pantomime cast of Peter Pan at Venue Cymru. Read

Chez Gerard, Chester

Chez Gerard, Chester - French Fancy

Situated half-way up Bridge Street lies one of Chester’s latest additions to city centre dining in the shape of Chez Gerard – a French Brasserie offering a wide range of traditional and European dishes. Read

Hanmer Arms, near Whitchurch

Hanmer Arms, nr Whitchurch - Fighting fit

There is an old saying in the boxing world, that they never come back! That's not surprising for boxers, for the years remove that deadly extra something that makes the champion, and those fighters who tried again, usually under pressure from the tax man, always proved the point. Read

Alchemy Restaurant, Nercwys

Alchemy Restaurant, Nercwys - A rich formula

Am I the only person in the world who thinks the Lord of the Rings film trilogy is rubbish? Twice I tried to read the books as a younger man, only to give up in boredom and despair. Read

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