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Shrub, Chester, Cheshire

Shrub

4.9
4.9
1283 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    01244 340919
  • Website
    https://shrubchester.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Various choices and bespoke menus available on request for exclusive hire.<br />External catering available for private parties of 20 or more or weddings and parties of up to 150. Covering across the UK.
  • Private party facilities
    We have an upstairs private hire room for up to 45 people, please email inquire. We also have exclusive hire options for the whole venue, including our terrace, bar & dining room for up to 150 people.
  • Location
    1-3 Upper Eastgate Row, Eastgate Row North, Chester, Cheshire CH1 1LQ
  • Neighbourhood
    Chester
  • Cross Street
    Chester City Centre Cross
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
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Menu

1-3 plates per person

mezze

  • gordal olives£3.75

    • chilli mix£2.50

      crackers | wasabi peas

      • house pickles£4.00

        gherkins | carrots | onions | chillies

        • focaccia£4.50

          extra virgin olive oil | balsamic

          • hummus£6.25

            zhoug | sumac | flatbread

            • muhammara£6.75

              red pepper | walnut | pomegranate | flatbread

              • beetroot borani£6.25

                yoghurt | dukka | dill | flatbread

                small plates

                • padron peppers£5.50

                  chilli | lime

                  • chermoula couscous£5.50

                    pomegranate | sesame

                    • tenderstem broccoli£7.50

                      over coals | tahini sauce | chilli crisp

                      • panzanella£7.50

                        heritage tomatoes | peppers | crispy capers | crouton

                        • teriyaki tofu£5.50

                          spring onion | sesame

                          • frickles£6.00

                            beer batter | curry mayo

                            • onion bhaji£7.75

                              tamarind | green chutney

                              • bbq courgettes£7.75

                                tomato sambal | toasted coconut | whipped ginger

                                • artichoke wings£7.75

                                  aleppo sauce | garlic mayo

                                  • grilled asparagus£8.50

                                    basil pistou | house ricotta | pangattato

                                    • savoy cabbage£7.50

                                      gochujang vinaigrette | whipped tahini | black lime

                                      • potato terrine£8.50

                                        salsa verde | shallot cream

                                        pasta + burgers

                                        • 'lamb' ragu£9.95

                                          rigatoni | spiced tomato sauce | house 'ricotta'

                                          • pumpkin tortellini£9.95

                                            creamy wine + miso sauce | paprika oil | sage

                                            • gnocchi£9.95

                                              sorrel pesto | sugar snaps | rocket

                                              • house burger£9.95

                                                patty | 'cheese' | beef tomato | pickles | baby gem | burger sauce

                                                on the side

                                                • fries£4.00

                                                  • szechuan fries£5.00

                                                    spring onion | chilli

                                                    • cumin 'lamb' fries£6.00

                                                      green chutney | chives

                                                      sunday roast

                                                      only on sunday...obvs

                                                      • oyster mushroom wellington£16.50

                                                        roasties | broccoli | carrots | charred cabbage | seasonal puree | vegan yorkie | gravy

                                                        dessert

                                                        • apple dumplings£7.00

                                                          biscoff crumb | ice cream | toffee

                                                          • chocolate & mint cheesecake£7.50

                                                            biscuit base

                                                            • cookie dough blondie£7.00

                                                              vanilla ice cream | chocolate sauce

                                                              • strawberries & cream£7.00

                                                                elderflower | shortbread

                                                                Last updated: September 12, 2024

                                                                What 1,283 people are saying

                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                4.9
                                                                4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                • 4.9Food
                                                                • 4.9Service
                                                                • 4.8Ambience
                                                                • 4.7Value

                                                                Noise • Energetic

                                                                Loved For

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Food

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                                                                  Best Service

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Ambience

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Value

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Child-friendly

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Innovative

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Gluten-free-friendly

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Great for creative cocktails

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Healthy

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Romantic

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Vegetarian-friendly

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Food

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Service

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Ambience

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Value

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Great for brunch

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for business meals

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Great for creative cocktails

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Healthy

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Neighbourhood gem

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Great for fine wines

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Romantic

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for special occasions

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Vegetarian-friendly

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Lively

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                Review summary

                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                Shrub offers a delightful dining experience with "incredible food," "stunning presentation," and a "friendly, welcoming atmosphere." The vegan and vegetarian menu features "amazing" small plates like artichoke wings and Szechuan fries, praised by both plant-based and meat-eating patrons. Guests highlight the "attentive service" and "beautiful location" as standout qualities.
                                                                1,283 Reviews

                                                                1. Peter

                                                                  North Wales2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Went with the recommendation from good food guide, and the Sunday roast did not disappoint. Service was excellent, nice relaxed atmosphere and the food was superb. To finish off we also had the lemon posset, excellent. Will definitely call again. Thank you

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                                                                2. Peter

                                                                  Warwickshire1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Incredible food. One of the best meals we've had for a very long time. The potato terrine was unreal

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                                                                3. Molly

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Came for my birthday dinner, as always incredible food & service, the burger & Szechuan fries are a must try!

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                                                                4. Harriet

                                                                  London2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Every dish we ordered was delicious, best food we have eaten out in years. The service perfectly attentive and the drink selection was amazing. We can't wait to treat ourselves again in the future.

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                                                                5. Anthony

                                                                  Norfolk/Suffolk4 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  This was our first time in Shrub and we would certainly want to return. This was high quality vegan food with lots of choices and plates we have not eaten elsewhere

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                                                                6. Stephanie

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on March 17, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  It isn't the first time I've been to Shrub and I've always enjoyed the food, the cokctails and the great service and atmosphere. We tried some great food, the desserts are amazing. The service was also brilliant, we had a really friendly waiter who made great recommendations. I'd highly recommend to anyone, especially now that it's warmer and you can sit outside looking out over Chester. Incredible vegan/veggie venue that anyone would enjoy.

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                                                                7. Scott

                                                                  Edinburgh1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on March 15, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  We went to Shrub for lunch on a Saturday. Everything about the place was spot on; the food, the ambience, were fantastic.

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                                                                8. Judith

                                                                  Cheshire3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on March 10, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Flavoursome, innovative, lovely friendly welcoming staff... whats not too love. Great place 👌

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                                                                9. Karen

                                                                  Shropshire3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on March 8, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  The best small plates restaurant we've been to. Vegan dishes were outstanding and the service was first class from the front door greeting to the servers. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone visiting Chester.

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                                                                10. NatalieG

                                                                  Cheshire2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on March 8, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Service was brilliant and food amazing . Would definite go back

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                                                                FAQs

                                                                Shrub is rated 4.9 stars by 1283 OpenTable diners.

                                                                Shrub does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                2 people
                                                                7:00 p.m.
                                                                Booked 15 times today
                                                                Google Map for Shrub

                                                                1-3 Upper Eastgate Row, Eastgate Row North, Chester, Cheshire CH1 1LQ

                                                                Additional information

                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                  Chester City Centre Cross
                                                                • Neighbourhood
                                                                  Chester
                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                  Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am
                                                                • Price
                                                                  £26 to £40
                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                  British, International
                                                                • Dining style
                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                • Dress code
                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                • Parking details
                                                                  None
                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                • Additional
                                                                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
                                                                • Website
                                                                  https://shrubchester.co.uk/
                                                                • Phone number
                                                                  01244 340919
                                                                • Catering
                                                                  Various choices and bespoke menus available on request for exclusive hire.<br />External catering available for private parties of 20 or more or weddings and parties of up to 150. Covering across the UK.
                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                  We have an upstairs private hire room for up to 45 people, please email inquire. We also have exclusive hire options for the whole venue, including our terrace, bar & dining room for up to 150 people.
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