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The Cornerhouse in Chester
TTDC verdictTTDC score
9.0/10
Cask, sharing food, weekend music
Strong TTDC score
Closed · opens today at 12pm ££ Book ahead Dogs welcome Kids welcome Step-free

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TTDC verdictTTDC score
9.0/10
Cask, sharing food, weekend music
Strong TTDC score

Bar · Real ale

The Cornerhouse

City Road ·CH1 3AE ·0.4 miles from The Cross
Closed · opens today at 12pm City Road 0.4 miles from The Cross
Best for you need a proper drink within five minutes of Chester station and You like cask ale
Good to know Bar on City Road and dog-friendly
Avoid if You need a quiet table during live music.
  • City Road
  • Near station
  • Real ale
  • Live music
  • Sunday roast

Is it your kind of place?

Go here if

  • You want a proper drink within five minutes of Chester station.
  • You like cask ale, wine, sharing boards and pizza.
  • You want live music on Friday or Saturday from 21:00.

Avoid if

  • You need a quiet table during live music.
  • You want a formal restaurant meal.
  • You dislike dogs in pubs.

The venue asks guests to text to reserve a table. Book for Sunday roast, live music seats and groups.

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What's on at The Cornerhouse

All Chester events

In a paragraph

The Cornerhouse is an independent City Road bar near Chester station for cask ale, wine, sharing food, weekend live music, Sunday roasts and the weekly quiz.

What it's like

The Cornerhouse occupies a listed building on City Road, about five minutes from Chester station. Leather seating, cask ale, wine and sharing plates make the daytime version easy to settle into.

Cask, sharing food, weekend music

Friday and Saturday live music starts at 21:00, while Sunday brings roasts from 12:00 to 18:00 and the quiz at 19:30. Those regular slots are useful, but they change whether the room suits a quiet catch-up.

Worth knowing

The Cornerhouse can be a relaxed station-side drink or a full live-music bar in the same day. Check the programme before promising a quiet table.

The essentialsVisit

Getting there

0.4 miles from The Cross.

Hours

The venue says it opens daily from midday. Check closing times direct around events and bank holidays.

Food & drink

Sharing boards, cheese, charcuterie, mezze, pizzas, poutine, nibbles and Sunday roasts. Choose a cask pint or bottle of wine, then add a cheese, charcuterie or mezze platter. Book the roast on Sunday.

Access

Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom are listed. Check direct if you need a specific table or route.

9.0 OpenStreetMap
Hours
The venue says it opens daily from midday. Check closing times direct around events and bank holidays.
Address
4-8 City Rd, Chester CH1 3AE
Booking
Text the venue for Sunday roast, live music seats and larger groups.
Pay
cards, contactless
Dogs
Dogs are listed as welcome.
Access
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom are listed. Check direct if you need a specific table or route.
Getting there
0.4 miles from The Cross.

Nearby plan

FAQ

Is The Cornerhouse near Chester station?

Yes. It is on City Road, a short walk from the station.

Does The Cornerhouse have live music?

Yes. Live music usually runs on Friday and Saturday nights from around 21:00.

Does The Cornerhouse do Sunday roasts?

Yes. Sunday roasts are a proper part of the offer and booking is sensible.

Is The Cornerhouse dog-friendly?

Yes. It is dog-friendly, including a dog roast option on Sundays.

Can you book The Cornerhouse?

Yes, but use the venue contact route rather than assuming website/email booking will be instant.

Updated 12 July 2026. Menus, tickets, events, access and opening times can move around. Check direct before making a special trip. Spotted something wrong?