Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day falls once again upon Chester when you can treat your significant other with the affection they deserve. The city is usually visited by swathes of people from all over the UK every year for this exact date due to its popularity as a cosy, romantic city encased within its beautiful historic Roman-built walls.
This year the city’s businesses are offering many delicious, romantic dining experiences…what better way is there to celebrate the ‘Feast of Saint Valentine’ than to keep it local?
It’s not just about food either, you can watch a Storyhouse film or if you fancy something more cerebral then plan your escape with Breakout or Escapism or you could sit and plan a future visit to Chester – the original city of love and home to some of the most romantic hotels.
Check out all of the great options awaiting you below for special deals for an equally special night, whether it be food and drink, things to do, or places to stay for Valentine’s Day:
#LoveInChester
Palm Court
Palm Court Restaurant Bar & Piano Lounge, is in the heart of the Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa in Chester, Cheshire serving British and European cuisine in this chic restaurant.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Indulge in a romantic candlelit three-course meal and the undisputed “King of Swing” Matt Roberts will provide the soundtrack to your date night
Menu
Explore the Palm Court Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Get in Touch‘ form on the page or call the reservations team
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa is a four-star Cheshire hotel that beautifully combines traditional elegance with contemporary luxury conveniently located just a 5 minute drive outside the historic city of Chester.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Enjoy a romantic getaway where you can spoil yourself and your sweetheart with a relaxing break, enhanced with an opulent 3-course meal in Palm Court and enjoy the use of the leisure facilities including pool, sauna, steam room and gym
Menu
Explore the Palm Court Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your stay via the ‘Book Now’ button on the page or call the reservations team
Veeno
Veeno is a bar located in the heart of Northgate Street, Chester and making a name for itself not only serving up some of the finest Italian wines in Chester, but also a gorgeous selection of Italian specialities.
Available
Monday 12 February – Sunday 18 February. Take a journey of discovery with Veeno’s wine experts as you taste six of Nino’s family produced wines from Marsala, Sicily accompanied by the highest quality Italian meats and cheeses and a complimentary bottle of bubbly.
Menu
Explore the Wine Tasting via the ‘Website’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
Arkle
Arkle is a restaurant that offers a refined dining experience in the heart of Chester, headed up by Executive Chef Elliot Hill and Head Chef Raymond Booker.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Start your evening with a selection of canapés and a glass of Gusbourne English sparking wine on arrival. Then sample a spectacular tasting menu, prepared by Executive Chef, Elliot Hill and his team. Optional wine flight available. £125 per person (£200 with optional wine flight).
Menu
Explore the Arkle menu via the ‘Menu’ button. Menu coming soon
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
La Brasserie
La Brasserie is a vibrant 2 AA Rosette restaurant situated in the heart of Chester, just under the Eastgate Clock that creates beautiful dishes using flavours and ingredients from home and abroad.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Enjoy a chilled glass of Taittinger Champagne followed by a delicious three course dinner for a truly romantic evening enjoying live music from 6 – 9 pm. £65 per person.
Menu
Explore the La Brasserie menu via the ‘Menu’ button. Menu coming soon.
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
Blue Planet Aquarium
Blue Planet Aquarium is an aquarium that attracts visitors from all over the country to see one of Europes’ largest collections of sharks in a huge 3.8 million litre tank with one of the longest underwater viewing tunnels in the world!
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Enjoy romantic walks through the mesmerizing exhibits, surrounded by the enchanting glow of marine life and indulge in a delightful Valentine’s Day set of canapés. 6 – 9 pm. £60 per couple
Experience
Explore the Blue Planet Aquarium’s Valentine’s Date for Two via the ‘Website’ button
Book
Book your experience via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
The Yard
The Yard is a family owned and operated modern Italian restaurant ideally located in the centre of Chester, serving fine Italian cuisine with a modern twist and amore.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal, including a glass of prosecco for £80 per couple.
Menu
Explore The Yard’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button.
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call.
Olive Tree Brasserie
Olive Tree Brasserie is a restaurant in Chester City Centre located on the historic Chester Rows, delivering traditional Greek cuisine and mouthwatering Mediterranean dishes.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Fall in love with the delicious 3-course set menu from £33.95 per person.
Menu
Explore the Olive Tree Brasserie Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
Providence Gin
Providence Gin is a Gin Bar set on Chester’s iconic Watergate Street in Providence House and is a gin lover’s paradise with an incredible 500 gins to savour including their very own Providence Gin, there really is something for everyone.
Available
Thursday 8 February – Saturday 17 February. Start your evening with a glass of champagne on arrival, followed by a sharing camembert mixed board for two, sweet treats platter, bottle of wine, Prosecco or a four gin tasting board. £75 per couple.
Menu
Explore Providence Gin’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Get In Touch’ form or give Providence Gin a call
The Forge
The Forge is a restaurant in the heart of Chester, with an emphasis on serving wild, sustainable British produce under the guidance of restaurateur and chef Mike Robinson.
Available
Wednesday 14 February and Saturday 17 February. Enjoy a six course meal for £79 per person, including a glass of fizz on arrival.
Menu
Explore The Forge Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
North Light
North Light is a bar and restaurant located in Coachworks Arcade on Northgate Street in the heart of Chester and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Enjoy the perfect balance of delicious dishes to enjoy together, including a Strawberry and Elderflower Mojito. £66 per couple.
Menu
Explore the North Light Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
North Light
North Light is a bar and restaurant located in Coachworks Arcade on Northgate Street in the heart of Chester and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
Available
Tuesday 13 February. Create a beautiful ‘Galentines’ wreath, under expert tuition, whilst sipping on prosecco and eating delicious sharing boards. £40 per person.
Book
Book your place via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
The Walled Garden School
The Walled Garden School is located in the grounds of Hawarden Castle and hosts a variety of masterclasses brought to you by a team of experts who will equip you with the tools to live The Good Life.
Available
Saturday 10 February – 10 am – 2 pm. Learn how to cook a feast like no other. Learn lots of new recipes, skills and new knowledge of cooking on the fire in an intimate setting with hands-on experience from head chef, Adam. £180 per couple
Experience
Explore the Valentine’s Day Feast Cooking Class via the ‘Website’ button
Book
Book your experience via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
Moules a Go Go
Moules a Go-Go is family owned independent bistro and bar in Chester offering a vast selection of delicious seafood among many other delicacies.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Indulge in a romantic meal at one of Chester’s longest standing eateries and as the name suggests they specialise in Mussels and Oysters
Menu
Explore the Moules a Go Go menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
The Brewery Tap
The Brewery Tap is a pub in Chester located in the 13th century Gamul House in the heart of Chester city centre.
Available
Thurssday 15 February. Enjoy a glass of fizz on arrival, followed by a 4 course meal prepared by King’s Kitchen with each course accompanied by wines paired by White Fox wines. £35 per person.
Menu
Explore The Brewery Tap Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table by calling The Brewery Tap
The Chester Fields Country Pub & Restaurant
The Chester Fields Country Pub & Restaurant, is a stunning Country Pub and Restaurant only 4 miles outside of Chester set in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, famous for their use of local produce.
Available
Throughout February. Book either a regular table in the restaurant or one of the extra romantic tables (additional £25 and two days notice required) and enjoy two glasses of Prosecco, some fancy chocolates and a red rose for your loved one, so if you forget to buy something… you’re covered!
Menu
Explore the Chester Fields Country Pub & Restaurant menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
BarLounge
BarLounge is a cocktail bar and restaurant in the heart of Chester that has been bringing a unique mix of classic cocktails, superb food and extraordinary service to the city for over 22 years.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Gather your friends, loved ones, or come solo and meet fellow quiz enthusiasts in a cozy, enchanting atmosphere. £15 per person, max team of 6
Book
Book your place via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
Ring O’Bells
Ring O’Bells is a country pub with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, set in the heart of the charming Cheshire village of Christleton and combining upscale dining with the finest wines and beers.
Available
Thursday 22 February. Join in this special Valentine’s Love Quiz in aid of charity. £5 person
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Book your table via the ‘Tickets’ button or call.
The Pheasant Inn
The Pheasant Inn is an award-winning country inn tucked in a peaceful corner of rural Cheshire and featuring charming countryside accommodation and an AA Rosette award restaurant.
Available
Selected Dates Monday – Sunday until Sunday 31 March 24. The Date & Dine overnight break for two includes an overnight stay in a courtyard bedroom, £50 dinner credit, a bottle of house wine and full English breakfast. £159 per room.
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Explore The Pheasant Inn’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your stay via the ‘Book Now’ button, ‘Get In Touch’ form on the page or call.
The Pheasant Inn
The Pheasant Inn is an award-winning country inn tucked in a peaceful corner of rural Cheshire and featuring charming countryside accommodation and an AA Rosette award restaurant.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Romance your loved one with not only the All Day Menu to choose from, but also lovingly prepared Valentine’s sharing specials for two.
Menu
Explore The Pheasant Inn’s Valentine’s specials menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call.
Brewhouse & Kitchen
Brewhouse and Kitchen is a Microbrewery & British Pub situated in the heart of Chester – with it’s own microbrewery on site its very different from your conventional pub.
Available
Wednesday 14 February. Dine with Brewhouse & Kitchen on Valentine’s Day and enjoy a bottle of Prosecco for only £15 and add some sparkle to the evening.
Menu
Explore the Brewhouse & Kitchen menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call.
The Henry Potts
The Henry Potts is a pub located on Watergate Street, Chester in the basement of the historic Watergate House. Your local pub in the city offering good honest food, cracking beers and interesting wines in the house that was built for its namesake Henry Potts in 1820.
Available
Wednesday 14 February – Saturday 17 February. Spoil your loved one with a delicious sharing Valentine’s platter including a half litre carafe of house tap wine for £45.
Menu
Explore The Henry Potts’ menu via the ‘Menu’ button
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
Whether you are eating or drinking, enjoying a stroll by the river or watching a film enjoy Valentine’s Day in Chester!
#LoveInChester
Naughty Badger Bistro
Naughty Badger Bistro is a hidden gem up on Bridge Street Row East, in the heart of the city a stone’s throw from the Chester cross.
Available
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Further details on the competition from The Naughty Badger Bistro
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Enter the competion via the ‘Book Now’ button
Ring O’Bells
Ring O’Bells is a country pub with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, set in the heart of the charming Cheshire village of Christleton and combining upscale dining with the finest wines and beers.
Available
Book
Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call.
Greenhouse
Greenhouse is a tapas restaurant and Cocktail bar in Rufus Court, in the heart of Chester and is a hidden gem.
Available
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Explore the Greenhouse menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
Artezzan Restaurant & Bar
Artezzan Restaurant & Bar is a Mediterranean inspired restaurant and bar located in the heart of Chester city centre. Artezzan brings a modern, fresh, feel-good dining experience that celebrates authentic Mediterranean flavours, service and atmosphere.
Available
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Further details on the competition from Artezzan Restaurant & Bar
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Enter the competition via the Artezzan Instagram account via the ‘Instagram’ button
The Botanist Chester
The Botanist Chester located on Godstall Lane in Chester is a place where antiquities and trinkets hang from the walls, resident botanists craft unusual concoctions and all can enjoy a wondrous occasion….
Available
Menu
Explore The Botanist Chester Valentine’s menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
ChesterBoat
ChesterBoat are a family business with a 40-year history of providing unforgettable river cruise experiences on Chester’s beautiful River Dee.
Available
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Book your tickets via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
Pars Kahve
Pars Kahve is a Turkish eatery and retail shop in the heart of the city on the beautifully historic Watergate Row, right next to Chester Cross with superb views down to the famous Eastgate Clock.
Available
Menu
Explore the Pars Kahve menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
The Suburbs
The Suburbs is a cocktail bar in Hoole, Chester with legendary service, a lavishly styled interior with swag & style, The Suburbs serves the best award-winning cocktails, fine wines, beers and delicious nibbles.
Available
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Explore The Suburbs light bites menu via the ‘Menu’ button
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now‘ button or call
Vin Santo
Vin Santo is a wine shop and bar serving small plates located in a beautiful 13th century crypt in the heart of Chester that has furnished Cestrians with fine wines for over 300 years.
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Book your table via the ‘Book Now’ button or call
The Ice Cream Farm
The Ice Cream Farm is set in the beautiful Cheshire countryside not far from Chester with an Ice Cream Drive-In serving delicious ice cream to take away.
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No booking required – just turn up and enjoy.
Whether you are eating or drinking, enjoying a stroll by the river or watching a film enjoy Valentine’s Day in Chester!
#LoveInChester
