Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Cheshire

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Dormouse Haven Restaurant and Tea Room

5.0

5 (48)

£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.

Top review

holly

Dined 1 day ago

The staff, food, drinks everything was wonderful. Everything we were given to eat was home made and super delicious, especially the lavender cake i tried it was so tasty . All of the lovely ladies that served us today too made the experience here top notch, so polite and kind to us. It was my dad’s father’s day treat and he’s very picky with afternoon tea, but this was “perfect” ( his words) . Thankyou to all the staff at Dormouse Haven for an amazing time !!

The Chefs Table

4.8

4.8 (3875)

£26 to £40

British

Chester

About the restaurant

Lunch Offer - Two Courses for £35 / Three Courses for £40

We are an independent restaurant in the heart of Chester offering microseasonal dining with menus designed around what's growing on our farm in Daresbury. Menus change every four to six weeks.

Vegan / GF / DF Menus available

Climate controlled premises.

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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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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

An excellent outing to Chef's Table. Superb food, great service and a lovely atmosphere.

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Lunch Offer: 2 Courses £35 / 3 Courses £40

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.

Sticky Walnut

4.8

4.8 (2867)

£26 to £40

Bistro

Chester

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sticky Walnut, from the team behind Hispi, Burnt Truffle and Wreckfish. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Tim

Dined 5 days ago

Lovely food as always and the waitress was Very pleasant, knowledgable and attentive.

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4.7

4.7 (149)

£41 and over

European

Chester

About the restaurant

Covino is a small owner-run wine bar & restaurant in the heart of Chester. We serve daily-changing menu of seasonally inspired small plates, guided by the quality and provenance of ingredients, with a real focus on simplicity and flavour. This is served alongside an extensive, yet thoughtfully chosen array of over 130 different wines from around the world, ranging from the classics, all the way through to the more left field.

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AnneVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Bryan Webb as a guest chef was amazing! We had a wonderful experience tasting a number of delicious dishes from English asparagus, langousties to scallops, finishing with a delightful cherry soup. Wines were expertly recommended by the lovely Becky. One of our best meals for a while!

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

Piccolino - Stockton Heath

4.6

4.6 (214)

£26 to £40

Italian

Warrington

About the restaurant

Surrounded by Cheshire countryside but within striking distance of both Warrington and Manchester, Stockton Heath is the perfect Cheshire village. Stockton Heath is home to great pubs, bars, and independent shops. It was also the first village in the UK to be awarded a Purple Flag award to highlight its excellent hospitality standards in bars, pubs and restaurants. So it stands to reason that Stockton Heath is home to one of the area’s best Italian restaurants, Piccolino.
Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the Stockton Heath dining scene. Located in Victoria Square, Piccolino boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar and substantial 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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StuartVIP

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

Fabulous, lively atmosphere, great staff and good food. Great drinks and a fabulous terrace for the sunshine. The team could not do enough to look after us and make our evening special. First class!

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4.5

4.5 (467)

£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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Catherine

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

Amazing service and the food was sensational....highly recommend and will be returning when a special occasion arrives

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Steak Night at The Forge Chester

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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