Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Cheshire

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Shrub

4.9

4.9 (1332)

£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.

Top review

Sue

Dined 2 days ago

My Husband and I booked a table at Shrub Chester ~ this was our first visit. We were celebrating our 39th Wedding Anniversary. We received a beautiful card at our table. We were warmly welcomed and wonderfully attended to by Charlotte. She went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and she was fantastic at helping me make food and drink choices. She truly is a credit to Shrub. The food was delicious, the vibe was chilled and it was a very special evening for us. Thank you to everyone at Shrub ☆☆☆☆☆

The Coast Prestbury

4.8

4.8 (880)

£25 and under

Italian

Macclesfield

About the restaurant

The Coast in Prestbury.

Reflecting our head chef’s love of Italy’s Amalfi coast, welcome to all the beauty and flavour of Europe’s most stunning coastline – in the heart of Cheshire.

Using only the finest ‘mare e monte’ or land and sea ingredients, our chefs create the best of both authentic and modern Italian cuisine in a glamorous contemporary setting.

The Coast has the perfect atmosphere for intimate meals, family parties, corporate events or to simply enjoy imaginative cocktails, wines and beers in our vibrant bar and lounge.

We look forward to seeing you at The Coast.

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Diana

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Really enjoyed the visit. Staff were very good Food was excellent Would have been nice to maybe have sml complementary bread to table while we enjoyed superb cocktails.

Riva Cocktail Bar and Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (787)

£26 to £40

British

Hale

About the restaurant

WELCOME TO RIVA LOUNGE BAR AND RESTAURANT IN HALE VILLAGE

Great quality, serious but unpretentious food, with a friendly and personal service. All wrapped up in a relaxed, casual, comfortable setting.

Serving everything from Bar Snacks to a full A La Carte and Sunday Lunch, great cocktails alongside an extensive wine list.

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Philip

Dined 2 days ago

First time here.Very attentive and friendly service the quality of the food was excellent dining early evening the restaurant was very pleasant. This was an anniversary celebration meal and it did not disappoint we would come again.

Twenty Eight

4.7

4.7 (294)

£26 to £40

British

Chester

About the restaurant

A new, growing-led “British Tapas” restaurant from the teams behind Chef's Table and Growing @Field 28. The menu features an inventive and daily-changing selection of vegetarian, vegan, meat, fish and game plates, each dish is crafted from Field 28's daily harvest of pesticide and biocide-free heritage produce and specialist leaf, served alongside a selection of hand-crafted cordials, cocktails and wines.

Lunch Offer : 3 Plates for £22, served at lunch Thursday-Saturday.

Please note we are a separate restaurant to Chef's Table. We are currently unable to accept cash at our new premises and are card-only.

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Tony

Dined 4 days ago

Amazon food. really exceptional. great service. Been meaning to go for ages. Will be back. Choice of food was excellent. Nice to see some rabbit on the menu.

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Experience

Midweek Dining for Two – 5 Plates & Wine for £50

Experience

Three Plates for £22

Piccolino - Knutsford

4.7

4.7 (218)

£26 to £40

Italian

Knutsford

About the restaurant

Situated in the heart of Cheshire and boasting the stunning Tatton Park on it’s doorstep, historic Knutsford is undisputedly one of Cheshire’s prettiest villages. Knutsford’s is an intriguing mix of past and present: think cutting-edge businesses housed within listed buildings, and high-end interior designers next to cosy tearooms. Knutsford is a town of contrasts, which is why it’s the ideal location for Piccolino. Piccolino’s ethos has always been to mix classic with contemporary to create something that truly is the best of both- that’s why Piccolino’s menu offers an array of Italian classics with a distinctly modern twist.
Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the Knutsford dining scene. Ideally situated in a central village location on High Street, Piccolino in Knutsford boasts an open kitchen, second floor bar area and a substantial rooftop terrace featuring a fully retractable roof, for the ultimate alfresco experience rain or shine!

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Nicola

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

Lovely night celebrating a birthday, food was excellent and staff were very helpful. One of the party has a nut allergy and this was fully accommodated. We will definitely be returning.

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The 610 Squadron bar and grill

4.6

4.6 (244)

£25 and under

British

Ellesmere Port

About the restaurant

Chip & Tina along with the Team, welcome you to dine with us as the new astounded 610 Squadron Bar & Grill. Nothing brings people together like great food and good company. With our new Seasonal Menus, bursting with new flavors waiting for you to try.

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Clare

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful service food surroundings and host. Great morning

Baltic Pearl

4.5

4.5 (16)

£25 and under

Eastern European

Widnes

About the restaurant

We are a restaurant in Widnes, Victoria House offering traditional shashlik chargrill and authentic Baltic food & entertainment

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Sally

Dined on May 10, 2025

Went with friends to celebrate a birthday absolutely outstanding service, food was amazing and brilliant value 💯 returning and is highly recommend for any occasion.

Opera Grill - Chester

4.5

4.5 (471)

£26 to £40

Grill

Chester

About the restaurant

Standing out from the crowd, our 400-seater restaurant is housed in a grand Grade II listed building featuring a distinct neoclassical Greek façade and mixes an industrial look with a touch of opulence inside. Opera Grill brings theatre on a grand scale to Chester. At the heart of our menu is the theatre charcoal grill and wood-burning ovens, inspired by revered chefs and restaurants from around the world. The entertainment continues in a first-floor Music Gallery featuring a stage set for live acts every Friday, and a mix of soulful classics performed by our gospel choir every Sunday.
The distinctive spaces in Opera Grill are all available for hire for meetings, conferences and special events with bespoke menus and entertainment packages.

We have limited disabled access, the 1st floor and terrace is not wheelchair accessible.

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Natalie

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Lovely welcome at the door, excellent entertainment and very good food. Cocktails are my fave here and guy who makes the bartender is very proficient.

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Complimentary Glass of Wine with a Sunday Roast

BEAR Northwich

4.5

4.5 (28)

£25 and under

Café

Northwich

About the restaurant

Taking prime spot in Barons Quay, BEAR Northwich is situated in a bright, South-East facing corner unit overlooking the beautiful River Weaver. Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap around two of the outer walls, flooding the store with natural light and showing off some incredible views; the ideal accompaniment to go with with your morning coffee and brunch OR a date night pizza and a couple of cocktails! Plus our expansive outdoor seating area is the only place you’ll want to be on a sunny day, iced coffee in-hand. Trust us.

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Neil

Dined on May 24, 2025

Food great, service great, only improvement needed is to speed up the food coming out from point of ordering. Owners - take note: One extra chef and one extra waitress would transform the place.

Cibo Wilmslow

4.5

4.5 (284)

£26 to £40

Italian

Wilmslow

About the restaurant

Perched in the heart of Wilmslow, Cheshire, Cibo Wilmslow beckons with a promise of genuine Italian finesse. Much like its sibling in Hale, this establishment reflects a unique blend of design and style, offering guests a space that feels both familiar and fresh.

Surrounded by an aura of relaxation reminiscent of a warm Italian home, every diner is ensconced in an ambience of elegance and ease. Every dish tells a story, crafted with the freshest ingredients and age-old recipes, guaranteeing a dining experience that's truly memorable. Here, we don't just serve meals; we create moments. Join us and relish in authentic Italian cuisine that captivates the palate and warms the soul.

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Abigail

Dined 2 days ago

Just as good as ever - have been several times and always such a pleasure. Great food, great lunch menu, great service.

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