In a paragraph
The Yard is an independent Mediterranean restaurant on City Road, serving changing menus, small plates, mains, cocktails, wines, bottomless brunch and private-hire options near Chester station.
What it's like
The Yard matters because City Road has plenty of places to stop, but fewer restaurants you would choose deliberately for the meal itself. This is one of the proper-meal answers on the station side.
Station-side Mediterranean, done properly
It is Mediterranean with a modern, flexible setup: small plates, mains, grills, wine, cocktails, bottomless brunch, downstairs/private-hire space and regular offers. That range is useful, but it means you should check what version of The Yard you are booking.
Worth knowing
The Yard is a strong practical restaurant near the station side: independent, bookable, flexible and food-capable. It is not tiny-romantic or cheap-casual, and the best experience depends on booking the right kind of visit.
The essentialsVisit
Getting there
0.5 miles from The Cross. Paid parking options are nearby; do not expect free venue parking.
Hours
Current directory hours list Monday closed, Tuesday-Thursday 17:00-21:30, Friday lunch and dinner, Saturday 12:00-22:00 and Sunday closed. Check direct for offer days and seasonal changes.
Food & drink
Mediterranean small plates, mains, grills, fish, pasta, steaks, desserts and changing menus. Small plates, pork belly bites, steak, Mediterranean fish, pasta, bottomless brunch platter or whatever the current changing menu is doing well.
Access
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom and seating are listed.
8.9 OpenStreetMap - Hours
- Current directory hours list Monday closed, Tuesday-Thursday 17:00-21:30, Friday lunch and dinner, Saturday 12:00-22:00 and Sunday closed. Check direct for offer days and seasonal changes.
- Address
- 26 City Rd, Chester CH1 3AE
- Booking
- Yes, especially for groups, Friday/Saturday, brunch and offers.
- Pay
- cards, contactless
- Dogs
- Dogs are listed as welcome.
- Access
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom and seating are listed.
- Getting there
- 0.5 miles from The Cross. Paid parking options are nearby; do not expect free venue parking.
Nearby plan
Nearby pubs and bars
Nearby attractions
- Chester Station
- Chester City Walls
- Chester Cathedral
- Grosvenor Park
FAQ
Where is The Yard in Chester?
It is on City Road, a short walk from Chester station.
What kind of food does The Yard serve?
Mediterranean food with small plates, mains, grills, pasta, fish and changing menus.
Does The Yard do bottomless brunch?
Yes. Saturday bottomless brunch is listed.
Is The Yard good for groups?
Yes. It is one of the more practical City Road options for groups and private hire.
Is The Yard accessible?
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and restroom are listed.
Offers at The Yard Mediterranean Restaurant
Current offers we could verify from official or direct sources. Check direct before booking around one.
Brunch
1 offer
Live £35 per person Bottomless Brunch
Saturday · 12pm to 6pm; last booking 4pm
Ninety-minute Saturday bottomless brunch with cocktails, bottled beer, fizz and a sharing platter.
Lunch & set menus
1 offer Live 2 courses £19.99 Early Bird
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday · Tuesday and Wednesday 5pm to 7pm; Friday and Saturday 12pm to 5pm
Selected early bird menu with two or three courses at fixed prices.
