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Shrub, Chester, Cheshire

Shrub

4.9
4.9
1276 Reviews
ÂŁ26 to ÂŁ40
British

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 20 times today
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Welcome to Shrub.
Modern Cafe Culture in the heart of Chester.
Whether it's a coffee in the morning, a light lunch on the terrace with a glass of wine from our eclectic selection, to an intimate dinner for two in the restaurant, we aim to offer something for everyone at every time of the day.
If you're not hungry join us for drinks in our bar area where you can sample some of our delicious in house cocktails.
Whatever the time, whatever the occasion we look forward to seeing you.

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Menu

1-3 plates per person

mezze

  • gordal olivesÂŁ3.75

    • chilli mixÂŁ2.50

      crackers | wasabi peas

      • house picklesÂŁ4.00

        gherkins | carrots | onions | chillies

        • focacciaÂŁ4.50

          extra virgin olive oil | balsamic

          • hummusÂŁ6.25

            zhoug | sumac | flatbread

            • muhammaraÂŁ6.75

              red pepper | walnut | pomegranate | flatbread

              • beetroot boraniÂŁ6.25

                yoghurt | dukka | dill | flatbread

                small plates

                • padron peppersÂŁ5.50

                  chilli | lime

                  • chermoula couscousÂŁ5.50

                    pomegranate | sesame

                    • tenderstem broccoliÂŁ7.50

                      over coals | tahini sauce | chilli crisp

                      • panzanellaÂŁ7.50

                        heritage tomatoes | peppers | crispy capers | crouton

                        • teriyaki tofuÂŁ5.50

                          spring onion | sesame

                          • fricklesÂŁ6.00

                            beer batter | curry mayo

                            • onion bhajiÂŁ7.75

                              tamarind | green chutney

                              • bbq courgettesÂŁ7.75

                                tomato sambal | toasted coconut | whipped ginger

                                • artichoke wingsÂŁ7.75

                                  aleppo sauce | garlic mayo

                                  • grilled asparagusÂŁ8.50

                                    basil pistou | house ricotta | pangattato

                                    • savoy cabbageÂŁ7.50

                                      gochujang vinaigrette | whipped tahini | black lime

                                      • potato terrineÂŁ8.50

                                        salsa verde | shallot cream

                                        pasta + burgers

                                        • 'lamb' raguÂŁ9.95

                                          rigatoni | spiced tomato sauce | house 'ricotta'

                                          • pumpkin tortelliniÂŁ9.95

                                            creamy wine + miso sauce | paprika oil | sage

                                            • gnocchiÂŁ9.95

                                              sorrel pesto | sugar snaps | rocket

                                              • house burgerÂŁ9.95

                                                patty | 'cheese' | beef tomato | pickles | baby gem | burger sauce

                                                on the side

                                                • friesÂŁ4.00

                                                  • szechuan friesÂŁ5.00

                                                    spring onion | chilli

                                                    • cumin 'lamb' friesÂŁ6.00

                                                      green chutney | chives

                                                      sunday roast

                                                      only on sunday...obvs

                                                      • oyster mushroom wellingtonÂŁ16.50

                                                        roasties | broccoli | carrots | charred cabbage | seasonal puree | vegan yorkie | gravy

                                                        dessert

                                                        • apple dumplingsÂŁ7.00

                                                          biscoff crumb | ice cream | toffee

                                                          • chocolate & mint cheesecakeÂŁ7.50

                                                            biscuit base

                                                            • cookie dough blondieÂŁ7.00

                                                              vanilla ice cream | chocolate sauce

                                                              • strawberries & creamÂŁ7.00

                                                                elderflower | shortbread

                                                                Last updated: September 12, 2024

                                                                What 1,276 people are saying

                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                4.9
                                                                4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                • 4.9Food
                                                                • 4.9Service
                                                                • 4.8Ambience
                                                                • 4.7Value

                                                                Noise ‱ Energetic

                                                                Loved For

                                                                • Cheshire

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                                                                  Best Ambiance

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                                                                  Best Value

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                                                                  Kid-friendly

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Innovative

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Gluten-free-friendly

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Great for creative cocktails

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Healthy

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Romantic

                                                                • Cheshire

                                                                  Vegetarian-friendly

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Food

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Service

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Ambiance

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Best Value

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Great for brunch

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for business meals

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Great for creative cocktails

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Healthy

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Neighborhood gem

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Great for fine wines

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Romantic

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Good for special occasions

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Vegetarian-friendly

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Lively

                                                                • Chester

                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                Review summary

                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                Shrub in Chester offers a "fantastic plant-based, inventive menu" that impresses both vegans and non-vegans alike. Guests rave about the "absolutely delicious" small plates and the "beautiful presentation" of dishes. The "friendly and attentive" staff enhance the dining experience, making it a top choice for flavorful, vegan dining.

                                                                1,276 Reviews

                                                                1. Judith

                                                                  Cheshire3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Flavoursome, innovative, lovely friendly welcoming staff... whats not too love. Great place 👌

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                                                                2. Karen

                                                                  Shropshire3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  The best small plates restaurant we've been to. Vegan dishes were outstanding and the service was first class from the front door greeting to the servers. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone visiting Chester.

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                                                                3. NatalieG

                                                                  Cheshire2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Service was brilliant and food amazing . Would definite go back

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                                                                4. Stuart

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  We had a fantastic evening at Shrub. The food was really tasty, they were very helpful with catering for gluten free and the service was excellent. We had booked a table and were glad we did as it was very busy. There was a great atmosphere and we would definitely return.

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                                                                5. Miranda

                                                                  Lancashire2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on March 1, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Great food and service. Would definitely go back next time I visit Chester.

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                                                                6. Laura

                                                                  Manchester3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on February 28, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Stunning food as usual and brilliant service and ambiance after a busy work week.

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                                                                7. Amanda

                                                                  London2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on February 25, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Second visit to Shrub, highly recommend. Staff friendly and welcoming. Nice decor, comfortable surroundings. Comprehensive drinks list. Most importantly delicious food. Group of four we had seven small plates and one main between us. Stand out dishes were the artichoke wings and lamb fries. Planning on trying the Sunday lunch next visit.

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                                                                8. Helen

                                                                  Cheshire2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on February 23, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Second time we've been to Shrub, and it was equally as good. We took our family, one of which is a vegetarian coeliac. It was the first time she has been able to eat and relax knowing all the food was suitable for her with no worry of cross contamination. We will be back 😍.

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                                                                9. Claire

                                                                  Manchester1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Dined on February 22, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Gorgeous food and lovely staff, we had a brilliant lunch

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                                                                10. David

                                                                  Cheshire1 review

                                                                  4.0

                                                                  Dined on February 17, 2025

                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  Service was excellent and food was very good, especially the mains.

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                                                                FAQs

                                                                Shrub is rated 4.9 stars by 1276 OpenTable diners.

                                                                Shrub does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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                                                                2 people
                                                                10:30 PM
                                                                Booked 20 times today
                                                                Google Map for Shrub

                                                                1-3 Upper Eastgate Row, Eastgate Row North, Chester, Cheshire CH1 1LQ

                                                                Additional information

                                                                • Phone number
                                                                  01244 340919
                                                                • Price
                                                                  ÂŁ26 to ÂŁ40
                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                  British, International
                                                                • Hours of operation
                                                                  Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am
                                                                • Dress code
                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                • Parking details
                                                                  None
                                                                • Payment options
                                                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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