Great find for gluten free options, had a lovely lunch, great service from the owner, a lovely lady, very helpful & friendly, would definitely recommend and we will be back, reasonably priced as well.
Second time I've been here, the first was for dinner and the place was too loud to hear each other talk easily. This time we went for lunch because the menu looked really good and they have plenty of gluten free options.
Food was good, we had smash burgers, a little pricey for the size of the burger, but tasted good.
The main issue was how long it took to get the bill and then hours long it took to pay. We asked 3 different staff members for the bill before it finally arrived and guess what... 10% discretionary service added. I really do not like being forced to tip in a country that has minimum wage, no other minimum wage jobs get tips so I'm not sure why waiters believe they are special (I've been one, it's not hard).
Needless to say I and asked for this to be removed following the poor service and this then required a manager to sort out!
Drinks and food are the best. It’s highly appreciated the coeliac uk accreditation and I just love coming to Chester and dine here. The pub is one of the most beautiful places ever, with a view to the racecourse and a beautiful garden in the surrounding.
A Must-Visit Gem in Chester!
We had an incredible experience at Shrub Chester. The food was absolutely stunning — packed with flavour, beautifully presented, and with a creative vegan menu that really stands out. It was fantastic to see such a great range of gluten- and dairy-free options available too, catering brilliantly to dietary needs without compromising on taste.
A special mention to Charlotte, whose warmth and hospitality made our visit even more memorable. She was attentive, friendly, and truly added a personal touch to our evening.
We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re in Chester — highly recommended!
Best gluten free Bistro in Chester. Vegetarian Brunch is second to none and so is their coffee - would give more than five stars. Food, service, atmosphere and prices all excellent. Myself and another member of my party have Coeliac Condition we were both catered for amazingly with no cross contamination issues - the thick slice of toast was also a real treat.
Absolutely perfect service and food, great range of gluten free options and knowledge. All good was delicious, great value huge portions. We ordered 8 dishes between 2 people and we didn’t need dessert
, although we still enjoyed one each 😋 just wish we lived closer so we could visit more often! xx
So we were staying in Chester, I had to find somewhere to eat, this place popped up on Google for being known for a gluten free menu asy partner is gluten free....
It was fairly obvious they accommodated for gluten free to the point they had a separate menu. When we arrived there, we entered down a built up area and immediately thought we might of made a mistake, but oh how looks could be deceiving.
This establishment, just wow, we were pointed to a table on the stage, the TV had bad reception, the area where we sat, there was an unopened Amazon package on one table, some handheld tools on another and we thought, what were we getting in to.
However, the girl on the bar, she was polite and very welcoming, so we took the table given, then placed our order.
Now I can't even begin to explain the next hour, with my partner being gluten free she was a little hesitant on what she ordered, but, on an opposite table, the chef came out and spoke to a woman who was pregnant and singled out what dressing she could have and avoid due to being pregnant.
Then our food arrived... Dear God, I cannot begin to know what to put. But the food here... Quite easily the best I've had, I've eaten in some places and this place, just wow. The food was absolutely exquisite. Now I drove 3 hours to this place, I would go again, even 3 hours just for the food. The starters were amazing, I had chicken wings, they were the best I've tasted in a long time,y partner had chicken dirty fries, the server when she dropped off the starters explained that both dishes were gluten free, so we were both able to experience both dishes. After that I had a burger, which I thought would be an every day burger dish, n oh my, what a burger. My partner had a gluten free burger and she was as just blown away.
So to sum up, the food... Just amazing, the staff, super super polite and really welcoming, if I could eat there every week I would of it wasn't for the distance. The reason I go to Chester is a yearly thing, I will be going again next year and years to come. If you live near and haven't been. Go. Don't hesitate, just go. It's delicious, welcoming and well worth every penny.
Went here on date, staff were amazing and accommodating. Staff had a great understanding of the gluten free menu and the food was fantastic. Chris didn’t a fantastic job and was very attentive, funny and friendly. Frequently checking we were happy with our food and gave good recommendations!
Lovely food and staff, come as a last minute for lunch, very accommodating for my gluten free allergies too! We will definitely be back again! The new Terrence at the back too.
We visit the BoatHouse with family members (and dogs). Excellent food (including top class gluten free and dairy free options, menu clearly marked). A recent refurb is lovely and service was top class. Excellent value for money, recommended 👌
I was very impressed with the Gluten Free options. Our waiter Danny couldn’t have done more for us. He was very attentive and looked after us from our arrival to us leaving. The food was delicious too! Thank you
Lovely food catered for all our needs including vegan and gluten free. The service from Logan was great and quick. Would definitely recommend and we'll definitely be visiting again
We came here today for lunch as we have done many times before only to find that they have decided to put MILK POWDER in the mash potatoe ( and before you say it has always had been this way IT HAS NOT) as we've been in many around the country and they all had vegan mash potatoe
We are NOT vegan we are celiac with a dairy allergy
This made it that 2 slices of meat and a spoon of cabbage and carrots doesnt make this good value for money ( they did promise other vegetables but they never arrived)
As a result we have cancelled our booking for mothers day as a mother should be able eat a decent meal on mothers day
Nice place, good variety of options on the menu. Small plates, tapas, main meals, sides. Vegan and vegetarian marked clearly and separate gluten free menu. Good drinks menu with cocktails marked if suitable for vegans and AF marked up too.
Food was really good. Good portions and tasty too.
Staff were friendly but only marked down on this score because of a slight issue. We would recommend and return again.
We held our 30th birthday party at the Cornerhouse in August and couldn’t' have been happier with how it all went. From the initial enquiry through to the event itself, all the staff were so friendly, courteous and helpful.
We were so impressed by the catering also, every need was met (gluten free, dairy free and vegan options all included without issue) and it arrived perfectly at the time we requested which was amazing for our event. We went for the pizza and fries option and everyone raved about the food.
The event space is lovely with plenty of room, even for a band, a bar and lots of seating too, so pretty with the fairy lights too - we didn't need to add many decorations.
All our guests had a fantastic time, we'd recommend the cornerhouse to anyone wanting to host an event in Chester!
Popped in for a drink at lunch while staying in Chester. Staff really friendly and welcoming. Very relaxed atmosphere so decided to eat there on the evening.
Food was fantastic, husband is a coeliac but this wasn’t a problem, steak was amazing as were all the sides. Loved the bar. Highly recommend.
Visited on the day of the Chester Marathon around 12ish so may have been busier than usual. It's very small inside so get's very busy as there are only a few tables. It felt a little uncomfortable trying to sit and eat when there was a queue of people snaking out of the door, standing over you as they're waiting to order.
We ordered a baked potato, hot sandwich and two baps and hot drinks. Took a little while to bring the drinks to us but we could tell they were very busy, to the point of being inundated with orders. The waitress did apologise for the wait, even offering to remake the drinks if they were not hot enough but they were fine, especially the cappuccino which was lovely. Food was nice and happy to see gluten free options on the menu. Would return.
Nice location on a high street in Chester.
Didn't take photos as I didn't think it was worth it, but now I wish I had as they would have made my point.
The food was mediocre and heavily overpriced for what was served.
I ordered a dish that was similar to an eggs royale with a slight difference and decided to go for the gluten free option. Shockingly, this meant I got a tiny slice of gluten free bread with two poached eggs on it. Oh, and the eggs were disapointingly overcooked.
The description for an item on the menu was misleading. An absence of the advertised slow grilled tomatoes on the dish served meant, as explained by a staff (possibly manager), that the bearly visible tomatoes were actually chopped and mixed in the sparingly spead avacado on the bread.
There was no warmth or even passion in the service, not even on a lovely sunny day. Not impressed!
Absolutely outstanding food and service. We booked our annual girls' family meal at a place we always go to but, unfortunately, this year they decided to only serve burger and chips. This was no good for our Christmas get together. We instead booked a meal for 8 people at the Kings Head. We let them know in advance that one of our party was Celiac and would require a gluten-free option. All meals were booked in advance with the deposit paid. On the day, despite being busy, the service was so good it felt like we were the only ones there. Staff with quick with drinks and with food and the portions were absolutely unbelievable. I couldn't recommend it highly enough and we will be back. (In fact I would love to stay overnight in a haunted room!)
My partner and I came to eat because it had gluten-free options and everything being vegan is also lactose-free. All the dishes we ordered were very good and the waitress treated us great, if we return to Chester we would return here without a doubt!
Really excellent gluten-free fish and chips. The menu has a full allergen matrix for people with various food sensitivities, which is great. Kid-friendly, but also a pleasant place for grown-ups to sit and relax after hours traipsing round the (amazing) zoo. Lots of interesting nature photos / drawings / prints hung everywhere, even in the toilet cubicles! Light and airy interior, especially in the extension at the back. Getting our order taken was a little slow, but that was hardly the servers' fault as they were covering a lot of tables. Food arrived quickly and piping hot after ordering. Overall, strongly recommend.
A total gem on the Rows of Chester. I have visited Pars Kahve for coffee and for food and both times experienced great service and outstanding food. The family here really know how to ensure you experience the right tastes for you and offer a great gluten free range which was important to a party member on my most recent visit. Well priced drinks and food, a menu bursting with great flavour and friendly staff. What more could you want. Can’t wait to go again.
The food here is excellent, really great flavours with so many vegan and gluten free options! Highly recommend the chickpea dosa with coriander chutney. Staff were also so lovely and helpful, my partner and I were well looked after. Will definitely be back :-)
Staff were lovely, great atmosphere and good selection of beers to choose from. Having a gluten free beer on tap was a treat for the coeliac in our party! We had hoped to return the following day to take some bottles home with us but ended up leaving before they opened back up again - a good reason, if one were needed to come back another time! 😃
Went to the Turtle Bay in Chester and everything was lovely. It was busy but our server Callum was attentive and also made sure that our order was received by a manager since one of us is gluten intolerant.
The coffee shop is one of the cosiest places in Chester for a brew and sweet treat. The staff are fantastic, very professional and friendly. I'd visit them again - they have gluten-free sweets, which is very important for me. They have my high recommend.
If your in Chester you really need to visit this fabulous place, service is brilliant and the food is excellent we had tomato and basil homemade soup with a butty on the side one was gluten and dairy intolerant and that was no problem.The menu has that option for that . Good price clean and pleasant to sit in. Keep this small business going please .
Really good food, accommodating for vegan and gluten free diets. If you want a fine dining experience in Chester, this is the place to come. All the staff were extremely friendly and attentive to our needs.
Lovely little place, great coffee, friendly staff and one of the best pieces of gluten free cake I’ve ever had. SUCH a treat to have nice gf cake, I nearly bought the whole lot to take home 😁
Exceptional Service and Gluten-Free Delights at The Opera Grill with Francesco
During our recent dining experience at the Opera Grill, we were fortunate enough to be under the care of an exceptional host named Francesco. Not only did he cater to our every need, but he also demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to ensuring our gluten-free requirements were meticulously adhered to. With his outstanding service and attention to detail, Francesco made our meal a truly unforgettable experience.
Above and Beyond for Gluten-Free Needs:
What truly impressed us about Francesco was his dedication to accommodating our gluten-free dietary restrictions. Not only did he listen attentively to our needs, but he also took the time to discuss our specific requirements in detail. Francesco's expertise in handling gluten-free meals was evident as he went above and beyond.
Francesco's outstanding service and his exceptional dedication to catering to our gluten-free needs left an indelible mark on our dining experience at Francesco's. He displayed professionalism, kindness, and a genuine passion for ensuring our satisfaction. We highly recommend Francesco to anyone seeking a memorable meal, especially those with dietary restrictions. With Francesco around, you can be confident that your dining experience will be nothing short of exceptional.
Many thanks
Pete & Gemma.
Very Disappointing!!
Arrived for brunch with my wife who is coeliac so GF is essential.
My wife ordered a meal off the menu which was identified as GF.... vegetarian haggis with tomato, hash brown, egg, beans, mushrooms and a slice of GF bread.
Meal arrived without the haggis. No mention of this from the staff, it took my wife to ask why there was no haggis. ... the main item of the meal. She was told it was because they couldn't guarantee it was GF. No mention of this when I ordered and full price charged and paid. Borderline scandalous.
Needless to say, won't be going back.
Food was fantastic: lovely portion size, and cooked to perfection. They also offered gluten free options, which was a great plus. Staff were very friendly. Coffee was delicious. Will be recommending to friends and family and returning ourselves.
Surprising place which was very accommodating! Disability access, toilet and lift made the night so much simpler and was a pleasant surprise. Staff were lovely and apparently they cater for gluten free,vegetarian and lactose intolerant... need to go back and see what the foods like ☺️
As a gluten intolerant customer I phoned to check if OK for me l. Ideally one day's notice required as all made fresh daily. 100% recommend. Pizzas, gelato, service, welcome from Fabrizio and Ashley all top knotch! Will definitely be back!!
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Vin Santo Chester
21 Watergate St, Chester CH1 2LE, UK
Gluten-free options
Pet FriendlyOutdoor Seating
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Annica Clark
Blown away by everything about this little gem of a place. Food was a simple menu and yet so delicious and wine is just simply delectable, all in the beautiful setting of a cellar, with the most effiecient, courteous team. As a gluten free eater, I was accommodated for wonderfully. I will definitely make an effort to go back here and if you passing you should pop in!
Was looking for a decent breakfast whilst away for a couple of days and stumbled upon Bridge Street Coffee.
Quite dark from the outside but warm and modern inside.
Lots of wood, soft lighting and really comfy chairs.
Menu full of all the usual arty stuff you see nowadays, avo, sourdough, juice shots etc.
Had the normal and veggie breakfasts and they were both superb. Gluten free option for the bread on the veggie.
Flat White was actually a Flat White rather than a watery cappuccino and the apple juice was fresh from the Juicer.
The only gripe would be the sausages which were supposed to be Cumberland but were too herby with sage in them.
Service was very good and cracking value for money.
Will deffo visit again if we're back in town. Go check em out.
I needed a quick bite to eat and a lovely waiter found me a table and brought me my gluten free lunch (recommended by the lovely waiter) very quickly! in my rushing to meet friends i didn't take the gentleman's name, but thank you for the perfect service and meal :)
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