In a paragraph
The Botanist Chester is the St Werburgh Street bar and restaurant beside Chester Cathedral, useful for cocktails, hanging kebabs, brunch, group meals, live music and central visitor plans.
What it's like
The Botanist is a national chain, but the Chester branch has a useful setting: tucked beside the Cathedral and Godstall Lane, with a big, theatrical interior doing plenty of visual work.
Chain, yes; useful, also yes
The menu is built for broad appeal rather than culinary bravery: brunch, hanging kebabs, pub-restaurant mains, desserts and botanical cocktails. That makes it handy for groups, dates that need an easy central option, and visitors who want somewhere obvious without falling into plain beige.
Worth knowing
The Botanist is not where you go to prove you know Chester better than everyone else. It is where you go when a central, atmospheric, broad-menu booking will make the day easier.
The essentialsVisit
Getting there
under 0.1 miles from The Cross.
Hours
Currently listed as open daily, with later weekend closing. Direct listings vary slightly, so check before relying on exact opening times.
Food & drink
Brunch, lunch, dinner, desserts, hanging kebabs, vegetarian options and a children's menu are all part of the offer.
Access
Step-free entrance, accessible seating and accessible toilets are listed. No accessible parking is listed.
8.2 OpenStreetMap - Hours
- Currently listed as open daily, with later weekend closing. Direct listings vary slightly, so check before relying on exact opening times.
- Address
- 13 St Werburgh St, Chester CH1 2DY
- Booking
- Booking or reservations are listed.
- Pay
- cards, contactless
- Dogs
- Dogs are listed as welcome.
- Access
- Step-free entrance, accessible seating and accessible toilets are listed. No accessible parking is listed.
- Getting there
- under 0.1 miles from The Cross.
Nearby plan
Nearby pubs and bars
Nearby attractions
FAQ
What is The Botanist Chester best for?
Cocktails, brunch, hanging kebabs, group meals, live music and Cathedral-side plans.
Where is The Botanist Chester?
It is on St Werburgh Street, beside Chester Cathedral and close to Godstall Lane.
Is The Botanist Chester independent?
No. It is a national chain, but the Chester branch has a useful setting and a strong room.
Is The Botanist Chester child-friendly?
Yes, it is currently listed as child-friendly and has a children's menu.
Should you book The Botanist Chester?
Yes for brunch, weekends, groups, live music nights and offer-based visits.
Offers at The Botanist
Current offers we could verify from official or direct sources. Check direct before booking around one.
Brunch
1 offer
Live £37.50 with three drinks Botanista Brunch
Friday & Saturday · until 2pm
Brunch dish with either three selected drinks or a bottomless drinks option.
Lunch & set menus
1 offer Live £8.95 Lunch menu
Monday to Friday · until 4pm
Weekday lunch menu with selected lighter dishes priced at £8.95.
Cocktails & drinks
1 offer Live Classic cocktails £8.95 Happy Hour
Monday to Friday · 4pm to 7pm
Weekday early evening drinks offer covering selected classic cocktails, pints, house wine and fizz.
