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Closed · opens today at 12pm
Green House in Chester
TTDC verdictTTDC score
9.0/10
Small tapas room, book ahead
Strong TTDC score
Closed · opens today at 12pm Book ahead Dogs welcome Check access Open late

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TTDC verdictTTDC score
9.0/10
Small tapas room, book ahead
Strong TTDC score

Restaurant · Rufus Court tapas

Green House

Rufus Court ·CH1 2JW ·0.2 miles from The Cross
Closed · opens today at 12pm Rufus Court 0.2 miles from The Cross
Best for you need small plates and cocktails near the Cathedral and A date
Good to know Tapas Restaurant on Rufus Court and dog-friendly
Avoid if You hate sharing plates.
  • Rufus Court
  • Tapas
  • Cocktails
  • Small plates
  • Outdoor dining

Is it your kind of place?

Go here if

  • You want small plates and cocktails near the Cathedral, Northgate and Storyhouse.
  • A date, small birthday, pre-show dinner or compact group meal is the brief.
  • You like sharing food and can order without turning it into a constitutional crisis.

Avoid if

  • You hate sharing plates.
  • You want huge portions, steak-and-chips certainty or a bargain feed.
  • You are bringing a large group without booking.

Book for evenings, weekends, groups, offers and outdoor dining. Smaller rooms do not forgive vague plans kindly.

In a paragraph

Green House is a Rufus Court tapas restaurant and cocktail bar for small plates, seafood, vegetarian and gluten-free options, outdoor dining, date nights and Cathedral / Storyhouse plans.

What it's like

Green House sits in Rufus Court, which already gives it a better setting than another main-street room. The food is tapas-ish and European rather than strict Spanish: prawns, seafood, patatas bravas, vegetarian plates, tagliata, desserts and cocktails.

Small tapas room, book ahead

It is best for people who like sharing and ordering a few rounds. If your table contains someone who treats small plates as a personal attack, have that conversation before you sit down.

Worth knowing

Green House is a good shout when you want small plates, cocktails and a nicer Rufus Court setting. It is less good when the table wants volume, certainty and no sharing diplomacy.

The essentialsVisit

Getting there

0.2 miles from The Cross.

Hours

Usually closed Monday, open Tuesday evenings, lunch and dinner Wednesday-Friday, Saturday daytime into late, and Sunday daytime. Check direct for seasonal changes.

Food & drink

Tapas / small plates, seafood, meat plates, vegetarian and vegan options, desserts and lunch deals. Prawns, patatas bravas, vegetarian small plates, seafood, tagliata-style plates and cocktails if you want the venue quickly.

Access

Access detail is not strong enough to promise. Check direct if step-free entry or toilets matter.

9.0 OpenStreetMap
Hours
Usually closed Monday, open Tuesday evenings, lunch and dinner Wednesday-Friday, Saturday daytime into late, and Sunday daytime. Check direct for seasonal changes.
Address
4 Rufus Ct, Chester CH1 2JW
Booking
Yes if timing matters. Booking is strongly advised and fits the size of the room.
Pay
cards, contactless
Dogs
Dogs are listed as welcome.
Access
Access detail is not strong enough to promise. Check direct if step-free entry or toilets matter.
Getting there
0.2 miles from The Cross.

Nearby plan

FAQ

Where is Green House Chester?

In Rufus Court, near Northgate Street, Storyhouse and Chester Cathedral.

What kind of food does Green House serve?

Tapas-style small plates, seafood, vegetarian plates, meat dishes, desserts and cocktails.

Should you book Green House?

Yes for evenings, weekends, groups, offers and outdoor dining.

Does Green House have outdoor seating?

Yes. Rufus Court outdoor dining is part of the appeal and can be booked for small groups.

Is Green House dog-friendly?

Dog-friendly signals are present, but check direct for indoor and outdoor rules.

Updated 7 June 2026. Menus, tickets, events, access and opening times can move around. Check direct before making a special trip. Spotted something wrong?