In a paragraph
Death By Tacos is the Watergate Street dive bar and taqueria for tacos, nachos, wings, agave drinks, specials, heavy music and strictly walk-in meals.
What it's like
Death By Tacos is small, noisy and stubborn in a way Chester needs. It is a dive bar and taqueria on Watergate Street, serving tacos, nachos, wings, tequila, mezcal, beer and daily specials without pretending to be a calm little restaurant.
Tacos, tequila, heavy music
The rules matter: no bookings, no soft-focus occasion dining, no great patience for people who need everything smoothed out. Go because you want the rougher, louder version of dinner.
Worth knowing
Death By Tacos is too small, too loud and too specific for some people. That is part of the appeal. Chester has enough places trying to offend nobody.
The essentialsVisit
Getting there
under 0.1 miles from The Cross.
Hours
Current official hours show Monday closed, Tuesday 12:00-22:00, Wednesday-Thursday 17:00-22:00, Friday-Saturday 12:00-23:00 and Sunday 12:00-18:00. Kitchen times finish earlier.
Food & drink
Tacos, nachos, wings, specials and changing extras, with salsas, sauces and pickles made in-house where possible. Tacos first, then add wings, nachos or loaded sides if you are hungry. Check the specials before you panic-order.
Access
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating are listed as unavailable. Check direct before relying on access.








9.2 OpenStreetMap - Hours
- Current official hours show Monday closed, Tuesday 12:00-22:00, Wednesday-Thursday 17:00-22:00, Friday-Saturday 12:00-23:00 and Sunday 12:00-18:00. Kitchen times finish earlier.
- Address
- 53 Watergate St, Chester CH1 2LB
- Booking
- No bookings at any time. It is walk-ins only.
- Pay
- cards, contactless
- Dogs
- Dogs are listed as welcome.
- Access
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating are listed as unavailable. Check direct before relying on access.
- Getting there
- under 0.1 miles from The Cross.
Nearby plan
Nearby pubs and bars
Nearby food
Nearby attractions
FAQ
Can you book Death By Tacos?
No. It is strictly walk-ins only, including bigger parties.
What kind of food does Death By Tacos serve?
Tacos, nachos, wings, changing specials and Mexican-leaning bar food.
Is Death By Tacos spicy?
It can be. Ask before ordering if heat level matters; this is not a timid food room.
Is Death By Tacos good for groups?
Only if the group can handle walk-ins, a small room and possible waiting. It is not built for guaranteed large-table comfort.
Is Death By Tacos accessible?
Local access data is not promising, with wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating listed as unavailable. Check direct before travelling.


