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Shrub, Chester, Cheshire

Shrub

4.9
4.9
1304 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
1-3 Upper Eastgate Row, Eastgate Row North, Chester, Cheshire CH1 1LQ

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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.

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
  • Neighborhood
    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

Shrub's menu was last updated 2024-09-12.

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 1,304 people are saying

                                                                Shrub reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                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 • Moderate

                                                                Loved For

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Food

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Service

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Ambiance

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Best Value

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Innovative

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Gluten-free-friendly

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Great for creative cocktails

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Healthy

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Hot spot

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Vegetarian-friendly

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Lively

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Food

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Service

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Ambiance

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Value

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Great for brunch

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for business meals

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Innovative

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Great for creative cocktails

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Healthy

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Neighborhood gem

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for special occasions

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Vegetarian-friendly

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Lively

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                Review summary

                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                Shrub offers an exceptional dining experience with "deliciously and fairly priced" food that delights both vegans and meat-eaters alike. Guests rave about the "incredible food" and "attentive service," making it a top choice in Chester. The vibrant atmosphere and "beautifully presented" dishes make this restaurant a must-visit.

                                                                1,304 Reviews

                                                                1. Michelle

                                                                  Manchester1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  The food was absolutely stunning, friendly staff and lovely atmosphere thanks

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                                                                2. lauren

                                                                  Brighton1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Delicious food, lovely service, and stunning cocktails

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                                                                3. Sue

                                                                  Cambridge3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Good variety of tapas flavoured up perfectly. Will definitely visit again.

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                                                                4. Kiah

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  4.0

                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  As a meat eater myself I’ll admit I’d be a bit apprehensive to try this place but I was more than pleasantly surprised. Everything was absolutely delicious and we left feeling completely satisfied. 10/10 would recommend.

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                                                                5. Scott

                                                                  Cheshire2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on April 17, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Went for a birthday treat, was greeted with a happy birthday for my guest, warm and welcoming even though we were 5 minutes late. Food was outstanding and beautiful, well presented and looked delicious on arrival. Being a fellow chef in the same industry i will be recommended to everyone I know. Thank you team for a lovely evening 😊

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                                                                6. Andrew

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on April 17, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  Exceptional service and value, scrumptious food. View from historic rows onto chester cross,while enjoying vibrant flavoured top notch vegan delights ,accompanied by delicious mock tail drinks. 10/10

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                                                                7. Kathleen

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on April 17, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Excellent food and great service. Staff always smiling. Not rushed and was able to have a good catchup with my friend.

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                                                                8. Becky

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on April 16, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Our visit to Shrub was wonderful. From the moment we entered, the service was outstanding. The menu was exciting making it difficult to choose. All the small plates didn’t disappoint especially the potatoes, cooked to perfection! Would highly recommend for meat eaters and vegans alike!😊

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                                                                9. Tracey

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on April 14, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Friendly staff and lovely atmosphere. Food was outstanding 😋

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                                                                10. Marianne

                                                                  Yorkshire5 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on April 13, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  We enjoyed 6 small plates between 2, ample and tasty. A very good meal.

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                                                                FAQs

                                                                Shrub is rated 4.9 stars by 1304 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 PM
                                                                Booked 14 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
                                                                • Neighborhood
                                                                  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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