My partner and I went to the Amber Lounge on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. The venue is a combined…read morecocktail bar and restaurant, serving different functions at different times of day: during the afternoon, the place has restauranty feel about it, with plenty of tables but space for those who just want a drink; during the evening I imagine it takes on a sophisticated air serving cocktails to Chester's glamourous drinkers. To start, we shared the baked camembert (£8). This was served whole, in its case, with a large stack of thick toasted crusty bread, two chutneys and a few dressed salad leaves. Slathered on the bread with chutney, this was delicious, very filling, and more than enough for two. For my main course, I had the chicken and button mushroom open lattice pie (£9.95). Mine wasn't served as described -- the filling was served on the plate with a puff pastry lid on top -- but nonetheless, the pie was very tasty with a generous filling of mushrooms and chicken. The pie was served with delicious mustard mash and sliced carrots. I would have preferred the pie to have been as described, as I'm not a fan of puff pastry, but by no means was I disappointed with this dish. My partner had the trio of local sausage (£8.50), which was served with mash and onion gravy. The sausages were obviously very good quality and there was a large helping of mash and gravy to accompany them. Next time I'm in Chester, I'll definitely consider another meal at the Amber Lounge. It comes greatly recommended.

Amber Lounge is probably one of my favourite bars in Chester. It's fairly small and well tucked…read moreaway - but inside the decor has a real 'Olde Worlde' feel about it, whilst at the same time managing to be fairly modern. The atmosphere is usually good, particularly on weekends when the place can get fairly busy. Drinks are quite expensive and they only serve double measures of spirits so a vodka-coke will set you back at least £5. But the quality is good and they have a great wine list plus some excellent cocktails. Saturday nights tend to be the busiest nights - with the peak being around 9pm - after 10pm I find people tend to start wandering off to nightclubs and it gets much quieter, so in many ways this could be the ideal time to visit.

I mainly come here for the gym and pool, and while it's still decent, the standards have definitely…read moreslipped. The gym has good equipment, but there are no paper towels to wipe down benches, which isn't great. The pool itself is fine, but the swim shorts dryer hasn't worked for three months now, which is frustrating. The changing rooms are usually clean, but little things aren't being kept up with as well as they used to be. The restaurant menu also changed recently, and not for the better, which is a shame. It's still a good place, but it feels like it's not being looked after as well as before. Hope they sort these issues out soon. 68/100

Had a fantastic stay. The room was beautiful with little…read moretouches through out. There was a sleep easy kit which is so unique. A very relaxed atmosphere I was lucky to get the pool,sauna and jacuzzi to myself on a Friday evening. The food was lovely and breakfast was well worth £10. The staff were helpful and friendly ... They couldn't do enough to help. It was also close to town and easy to get to.

A true chef on board here, tastefully prepared sharing boards were delicious from King prawns to…read morecornflake battered fried chicken. There's something for everyone. But the house made sticky toffee pudding rivals Gordon Ramsey's at Hell's Kitchen Vegas, delightful. We couldn't have been happier with the service and everyone working here. Open late, fun crowd, quiet spaces, happy staff and stellar menu seven days a week.

If you are in Chester and want some great food then this is your place. It's a venue with a…read morepub/restaurant feel providing inside and covered-outdoor seating options. It rains a lot in Chester so being able to sit outside under cover in a spacious area is a plus. Lots of high top tables around. Wait staff was a hit and miss. We started with a young girl who was ridiculous but when the fella took over for us, it was much better. (The first waitress wasn't rude. She just wasn't attentive ... at all. lol) Squared away with seating, beers, and mixed drinks we started ordering. It was odd but great to see lots of healthy and cool dining options. We had a cauliflower dish that was the BEST cauliflower I've ever had along with a different seared tuna taco topped with pickled radishes that was delicious. The skewered Thai chicken was good as well as the traditional fish and chips. What's most interesting is this place is billed as a pub like eatery but felt more like a restaurant with a slight pub feel. Cool décor inside and out, clean and hip. Female restrooms on the top floor which are quite a hike when you've been drinking--- just sayin. Great location and prices were decent.

We wanted to sit in the couches, however the smell from the toilets from downstairs was too strong…read more We ended up sitting near the window instead. Considering that we were the only other group in the restaurant, you'd think we would have the attention of the staff. Unfortunately, they were too intent on singing and talking to each other than they were about paying attention to their customers. Do not go here if you are hungry. Not so much on the food menu.

The management is rude and the food is horrible. Don't ever go here. It's a total waste of time…read moreand money. Go anywhere but here. I will never go back.

The voucher I received for a free drink that could be redeemed immediately was a major bonus of…read morethis place although I would've loved it anyway. Recently refurbished, the pub has an attractively modern air while still retaining some of its older elements, such as the low ceiling timbers that I smacked my head on repeatedly. Unlike anywhere else I can remember, you feel safe with Chester calling it's taverns 'Ye Olde ____ Inn' since that's how people genuinely used to refer to them. Try that anywhere else and you'd be given a slap and told to behave.

This pub looks very nice and we were happy to nab a cute little two person booth in which to enjoy…read moreour drinks. The loudness of the locals stopped it from being in any way romantic mind you. There were 4 ales, but they were all quite boring, common selections. We tried Boondoggle and Wainwrights which were, as expected, perfectly drinkable without being particularly interesting. They have cask marque accreditation.

I've been in Chester for a few days visiting family, last Saturday we went on a little bar hop and…read morefinished at Kuckoo and what a fabulous time we had. There was 20 in our group with an age range of 27-53, we started a Telford's which was mellow but a good starting point, then went to Bar Lounge which was a little costy and uptight for a few people and then came here and it was a perfect end to the night. The cocktails are fantastic, I was here a few years ago and had one that was lit on fire, you're not just paying for a drink, you're also paying for a show! Even though it's a cocktail bar you can order just a normal drink, gin and tonic, captain and coke and they have a variety of beers. I enjoy one cocktail in the beginning of an evening, 1 sweet sugary drink is good for me and then I like something basic the remainder of the night. The music in here is fantastic, although there really isn't a designated dance floor we all danced the night away. It's one of those places with dancing music, and there's enough room to walk through a crowd of people dancing. Being from California, the one thing about the end of a good night is that the bar staff are rude, they're so angry at 1/2am when they're telling you to get out and leaving Cuckoo last Saturday was one of the highlights of my trip. The entire bar staff sat on the front of the bar all in align with one another singing, waving bye, it was like they really enjoyed serving you all night and wished you a farewell goodbye, I just thought that was nice. Everyone knows you have to leave but it's nice to be sent off on a good note. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be back next time I'm in town!

With only good reviews so far on here...I think the staff here have got a bit big for their boots…read more I arrived quite late in the night having had a couple of beers before arriving. Whilst just stood talking to my friend... a (drunk)bouncer came over and stood intimidatingly in front of us and told me to sit down because I was too drunk(?!) I wasn't drunk at all! He then went back to the bar and continued drinking his beer. But then came back again and insisted that I sit down. He didn't talk to me the second time but just talked to my friends who all thought it was hilarious because I was the most sober there! This laughable experience is dwarfed however by the fact that a friend of mine was assaulted by the bar staff for simply questioning the amount of change he received. The Bar tender came around the other side of the bar to explain and when my friend realised that he had had the correct change apologised and put out his hand out to shake his hand. The hand was received, crushed, he pulled him into a headlock and then and deliberately poked him in the eye with his thumb while holding onto his head. We left shortly after. We know his name and I am encouraging my friend to report the assault to the police. Finally, The sitting on the bar thing to mark the end of the night I can see how this is potentially a nicer send off than most. Its a rather odd! and they were banging things and making a racket to me its seemed rather passive aggressive and would rather they just turned the lights on and the music off! I wont be going back again.

Awful place. It is too antiquated. You need to be a member to get in except on Theme nights. Beer…read moreis cheap though and they have some nice ales on. Atmosphere is foreboding and very disconcerting. Only worth going if good entertainment promised.

Saltney Tavern (formally Saltney Social Club) has much to offer…read more The sports bar is always showing the latest sporting events on two large screens. the bar has a pool and snooker which is free to use to all members. The members lounge is a great place to socialize and relax with friends. Our concert room is available for FREE ROOM HIRE. With a very large capacity (200+) it is one of the largest hire rooms in Chester and its free! If your planning a surprise birthday party, wedding, concerts etc this room is the perfect venue. Drinks here are very affordable with bottles of lager starting from £1.20 and pints starting from £2.35 . There are many drink available at the bar. Bingo SUN/WED/FRI cabaret SAT Karaoke SUN This is a members club. New members are always welcome.

This is probably the best cocktail bar in the north west you've never been to! Hidden away…read morealongside Wakiki on watergate street my first visit here was short lived as fashionable lateness had cost me last orders. Howevver we promptly returned the week after and immediately fell in love with the place. What an incredible experiance. First thing you notice is the size of the place. (Tiny) It genuinely feels like a hidden bar from the prohibition era with incredible decor and music that suits the Blues/Jazzy environment to perfection. Being here is like traveling back in time to the 20's when alcohol was illegal and small secret bars like these were littered across America. The theme is consistent with the menu hidden inside a book that's handed to you upon arrival. So mesmerized were we with the vibe and conversation the cocktail taste bud memories are hazy at best. (I'll leave you with a visual of the cocktails we had. One was lemon based the other strawberry based?) This is THE perfect place for those who like sophisticated conversation with your aptly aesthetic cocktails. It's not noisey, it's not busy, it's just right. Definitely worth a visit. I'll certainly be returning.

After being handed the drink menu in a Bible I was hooked. I wish this was the Best Kept Secret in…read moreChester but unfortunately it is a popular place to be so get there early; grab a table with some friends; sit back and enjoy the atmosphere. My one criticism would be that may be the music is too loud but that's that's it. They have an extensive cocktail menu however if there's something not on the menu just asked for it and you will receive. All in all, this is one of my favourite places to go in Chester