Discover Chester’s Best-Kept Dining Secret
Nestled discreetly on Godstall Lane, just moments from the iconic Chester Cathedral, Duttons offers one of the finest restaurants serving pub classics in Chester city centre.
Escape the hustle and bustle and indulge in our sophisticated menu, featuring elevated pub favourites and a range of small sharing plates perfect for sharing with friends. Whether you’re looking for a stylish spot for lunch time favourites in Chester city centre or craving a luxurious afternoon tea in Chester city centre, Duttons caters to every occasion with seasonal specials and thoughtfully prepared vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Our culinary offerings from the delicate pan-fried fillet of seabass to our iconic three cheese & onion pie, showcase the best of traditional and contemporary dining. Experience casual yet elegant dining in one of the best Chester city centre restaurants with pub classics and sharing plates.
tuck in beside the fire
Our home-cooked seasonal dishes are perfect for cosy gatherings with friends and family in Chester. Choose from delicious new dishes like Crispy fried spiced chicken thighs, Smoked bacon loin chop, Fritto misto and Roasted cauliflower. Also not forgetting timeless pub classics and hearty winter-warming pies, you can expect plenty of choice when looking through our menus. From John Willies beer battered fish to Slow braised steak & JW Lees ale pie there’s a dish for everyone.
Christmas in Chester
Looking for a Christmas to remember? We’re the perfect pub to host your Christmas party in Chester with all your nearest and dearest. Join us for the festive season. We’ll have our real fires lit, JW Lees famous Plum Pudding pouring and hearty festive dishes being served.
Offers & Events
Race Day Brunch
Start your day out at Chester Races the right way with our Race Day Brunch. Served from 10 am til 2 pm every race day. From our Drayman's breakfast to Eggs benedict, Smashed Avocado and more there's something for everyone.
2 for £15 Cocktails
Enjoy two tasty classic cocktails for £15 from Mondays - Fridays all day!
Wine Wednesday
Enjoy two glasses of wine and receive the rest of the bottle for free.
Sunday Roast
The best roast in Chester? Come and find out; unlimited Yorkshire puddings and gravy from £14.95.
Dine from our Prix-Fixe menu
Try dining from our Prix-Menu available all day every day. With 2 course options available from £17.95 & 3 course from £22.95
Private Hire and Parties in Chester
Looking to hire a private dining space in Chester for a special occasion? The Garden Room at Duttons Chester is the perfect venue for your private events. This exclusive private dining room hire in Chester city centre offers an intimate and stylish setting with its own dedicated bar, making it ideal for birthdays, corporate gatherings, weddings, or any special occasion dining. Whether you’re planning a private party or a sophisticated dinner, our private event space in Chester provides the perfect combination of privacy and atmosphere. With flexible packages and tailored service, the Garden Room stands out as one of the top Chester private function room hire options for memorable celebrations. Book this beautiful private dining space with drinks packages today and create an unforgettable event in the heart of Chester.
Our Brewery
If you’re interested in exploring more of our beers, check out the JW Lees website where you can find out about the full range. From classic cask ales like the iconic Manchester Pale Ale and JW Lees Bitter to our craft lagers – there’s something for everyone. We also have our seasonal cask ales and The Boilerhouse microbrewery where we experiment with innovative flavours. There’s a huge selection of JW Lees ales and lagers from over 190 years’ brewing experience.