In a paragraph
Kahiki is the Watergate Row cocktail and live-music bar with tropical styling, late hours, bookable party energy, acoustic acts and a Chester menu built around signature cocktails, classics, shots, wine, beer and cider.
What it's like
Kahiki is a themed Watergate Row cocktail bar with live acoustic music from Wednesday to Sunday and a later DJ-led shift. The room is colourful, compact and designed for groups rather than quiet drinking.
Cocktails, live music and late groups
Timing matters. Early evening works for a booked cocktail or two; later sessions are louder and built around birthdays, singalongs and people staying out.
Worth knowing
Kahiki is a party bar rather than a careful cocktail lounge. It works for live music, birthdays and late groups; it does not work for real ale, dinner or quiet conversation.
The essentialsVisit
Getting there
under 0.1 miles from The Cross.
Hours
Current listed hours are Tuesday-Wednesday 17:00-00:30, Thursday-Friday 17:00-03:30, Saturday 15:00-03:30 and Sunday 17:00-01:30. Monday is closed.
Food & drink
Signature cocktails, classics, shots, wine, fizz, draught beer, cider and soft drinks. The cocktail menu is the main reason to choose it.
Access
It is on Watergate Row, so check direct if steps or access are important.
8.5 OpenStreetMap - Hours
- Current listed hours are Tuesday-Wednesday 17:00-00:30, Thursday-Friday 17:00-03:30, Saturday 15:00-03:30 and Sunday 17:00-01:30. Monday is closed.
- Address
- 8 Watergate St, North, Chester CH1 2LD
- Booking
- Useful for booths, groups, birthdays, karaoke brunch and private hire. Less essential for a casual early drink, but still worth checking at weekends.
- Pay
- cards, contactless
- Dogs
- Do not assume dog-friendly, assistance dogs aside.
- Access
- It is on Watergate Row, so check direct if steps or access are important.
- Getting there
- under 0.1 miles from The Cross.
Nearby plan
Nearby pubs and bars
Nearby food
Nearby attractions
FAQ
Is Kahiki Chester good for cocktails?
Yes. Cocktails are the main reason to go, with signature drinks, classics, shots and party-friendly serves.
Does Kahiki Chester have live music?
Yes. The Chester venue promotes live music from Wednesday through Sunday, but check the current line-up before planning around it.
Can you eat at Kahiki Chester?
Treat it as a cocktail and events venue rather than dinner. Check direct for brunch or event packages.
Is Kahiki Chester good for kids?
No. This is an adult late-night cocktail venue.
Do you need to book Kahiki Chester?
Book for groups, birthdays, brunch, booths and anything time-sensitive. For a casual early drink, checking hours is usually enough.
