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!
We stumbled in here on a rainy day looking for some gluten free options, of which we found several !! The lunch selections were decent, and the *meal* prices were incredibly fair. The food was admittedly somewhat simple, my husband loved the leek and potatoe soup which came as part of the special. We got the impression the focus was put more on the bakery and drinks so I had to try some gluten free caramel apple crumble pie. MY GOD was it good !! However, it was nearly £6 for one lone slice. Having said that, it was surprisingly WORTH that much (but maybe just the once)
The soft drinks I must admit were absurdly priced (over £4!!) and teeny tiny. The staff seemed quite friendly, however they were very busy as the place appeared to be quite popular, particularly for drinks.
May return for the gluten free menu and affordable lunch, and will dream of the apple pie, but a little thrown off by the underwhelming meals and the high prices of other items.
I am also celiac and faced no adverse reactions whatsoever.
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.
Tried the Koconut Grove for the first time today and we'll definitely be back. Our son is Coeliac so cannot eat anything with gluten. We were so impressed by their knowledge of cross contamination. They took their time to explain what was gluten free, what to avoid and really went out of their way to make sure our son knew what was safe to eat. The food was delicious, the staff amazing what more can you ask for.
I had ordered the padana pizza. It's gluten free and vegan. The dips were so flavourful, i couldn't believe they were vegan. I expected the base to be either soggy or too hard but it wasn't and was perfect
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.
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
Our first time eating here and it was a great experience. Food was piping hot and delivered quickly. Would recommend the gluten free pizza and tiramisu. Good value for money too. They do celebrate your birthday in a big way and it can be a bit noisy but you have to expect that in an Italian restaurant.
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.
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.
I got gluten sick here on April 05 2025. I'm not celiac, just gluten sensitive, so I don't mind cross contamination or gluten-reduced beers, but I got very sick a few hours later. Now after some internet research I think the Northgate Ale was not glutenfree or reduced. The main bartender told me many times it was glutenfree. It was weird for me in the place that this beer didn't have glutenfree written on it while some others have the 'glutenfree' label. I should've listen to my instincts.
They have their own type of beers 'Spitting festhers' and guest beers.
My advice: you can find there gf beers, but don't believe the bartenders only the labels. If you still want to drink a beer that has no gf label, at least double check whether the brand and name is glutenfree on Google.
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!
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!
Delicious food the best wild mushroom sauce and chicken breast I've ever had, coffee dessert is also tasty. And most importantly for me as a celiac I felt safe and care. Thanks 👍
I don’t often write reviews, however wanted to share how great this place is for those that are Gluten Free. We had a GF person in our group, from the second we walked through the door staff were aware and fully understood the difficulties this can pose, they were understanding and the menu and food is probably 90% - 95% available. Everything is labelled very clearly and all staff informed and trained to understand this. Salad bar is immense and fresh, the hot food flows and plentiful, great place, great food, lovely well trained staff and atmosphere.
My friends and I booked a table at Thai Baan whilst we were in Chester for the bank holiday weekend. The restaurant itself was great with a lovely atmosphere. All the staff were very friendly and helpful.
The food was incredible and there were good options for both the vegetarian and gluten-free members of our group. I love Thai food but this was some of the best I have had. The great food coupled with the great atmosphere meant we had a really lovely evening here. I would highly recommend to anyone staying in Chester.
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.
Delightful. From the lovely, happy, smiley young ladies serving to the delicious food, this grill bar is a must. Great attention paid to delivering me a gluten free meal.
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! 😃
first time visiting the new location and what a stunning location, service was quick and friendly, i had an oat flat white which was perfect and a juicy marbles sandwich which i had with gluten free bread, the food was delicious, cannot wait to return
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.
Last Monday my friend and I were visiting Chester and went to Sergios at lunch time. We were very impressed with the food and the service. My friend has intolerances with some seafood and likes gluten free as well. The young waitress was very knowledgeable and pointed out meals that would suit him. Although very busy little place the service was quick and well presented. Will definitely return.
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 😁
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