Opera Grill - Chester

Name: Opera Grill - Chester
Address: 3 Pepper St, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 1DF
Telephone: 01244 343888
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.2

4.2

359 Reviews

£26 to £40

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Standing out from the crowd, our 400-seater restaurant is housed in a grand Grade II listed building featuring a distinct neoclassical Greek façade and mixes an industrial look with a touch of opulence inside. Opera Grill brings theatre on a grand scale to Chester. At the heart of our menu is the theatre charcoal grill and wood-burning ovens, inspired by revered chefs and restaurants from around the world. The entertainment continues in a first-floor Music Gallery featuring a stage set for live acts every Friday, and a mix of soulful classics performed by our gospel choir every Sunday.
The distinctive spaces in Opera Grill are all available for hire for meetings, conferences and special events with bespoke menus and entertainment packages.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

11 May 2024

21:30

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Grill, Steakhouse
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 12:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00 Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00–23:00 Thu–Sat 12:00–00:00
Phone number
01244 343888
Website
https://therestaurantbarandgrill.com/our-restaurants/chester/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Opera Grill is also the ideal setting for your special occasion. There are bespoke menus and entertainment packages, ensuring yours is an event to remember, be it for a birthday, an office Christmas party, or a family get together.
Private party contact
Andy Arostegui: 0161 830 4580

Location
3 Pepper St, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester CH1 1DF
Area
Chester
Parking Details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

Sunday Brunch
25 Oct 2023 - 16 Nov 2024
Sunday Brunch - Our brunch menu is available from Sundays 11am - 2pm. Enjoy dishes such as the delicious Avocado Tartine, steak and fried duck egg or a classic eggs benedict. Come join us, it's what Sundays are made for.
Friday & Saturday Night Live Music
£10.00 per person
Prepaid
3 Feb - 1 Jun 2024
Come join for and unforgettable evening of live music at one of Chester's most iconic venues. Enjoy our specially curated 2 or 3 course set menu with the finest quality ingredients, along with our Sommelier Curated wine menu and offering of classic and innovative cocktails. All while you enjoy a unique live music offering starting from 7 pm .
Gospel Sunday Experience
£10.00 per person
Prepaid
25 Feb - 31 Aug 2024
Join us for our infamous Gospel Sunday experience with Sing Out Music. 2 courses from £42.50 per person 3 courses from £47.50 per person Children's menus are available You can see our tantalising Gospel menu here - https://shop.therestaurantbarandgrill.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/05/Gospel-menu-2024.pdf

What 359 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Cheshire
Great for creative cocktails
Cheshire
Hot spot
Cheshire
Great for fine wines
Cheshire
Romantic
Cheshire
Lively
Cheshire
Most Booked
Cheshire West and Chester
Good for business meals
Cheshire West and Chester
Good for business meals
Cheshire West and Chester
Good for groups
Cheshire West and Chester
Great for creative cocktails
Cheshire West and Chester
Great for fine wines
Cheshire West and Chester
Romantic
Cheshire West and Chester
Good for special occasions
Cheshire West and Chester
Lively
Cheshire West and Chester
Most Booked

359 Reviews

MB
MarkB
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, the food and service was excellent, my go to place each time in Chester. Special mention to Christian for his efficient and friendly service.
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Steak was cold sent it back , when another one arrived it was way over done
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ZoeR
Cheshire
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service. Lovely menu choices and drinks. It was a lively night as the races had been on but the service team were friendly, efficient and calm. Top quality food. Served by Anna and Mario
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Love the venue but the service speed was awful. We didn’t get our drinks for 25 minutes then we were waiting to order. When the drinks came they were flat. Meanwhile someone who knows everyone arrived and was sat with their food and drink straight away whilst we still waited. After waiting for our food for another 30 minutes they bought our main meals out when we didn’t even have our starters which they forgot to bring out. So we tucked in to our main meals which were average at best. I had a steak which was fatty and over cooked with the smallest pot of sauce I’ve ever seen. My partner’s small plates were all over cooked and chicken was dry. They also put a mango chutney dip with duck spring rolls which did not go together. Wouldn’t rush back
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked as a family of 4 for our son's 18th birthday. We were very well looked after. The food and cocktails were excellent. Highly recommend
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OpenTable Diner
Liverpool
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
1. Food was lovely but not value for money 2. Strong smell and taste of bleach in water glasses 3. £170 for two course set meal is not value for money for 2 people 4. Entertainment was excellent 5. Staff in experienced 6. Overall experience disappointed with bleach incident
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OpenTable Diner
Manchester
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great atmosphere, good food, very good service. Just need to tone down the loudness of the music in the balcony.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded 5 days ago
Hi, Thank you so much for your review, I have passed your comments on to management. We are glad you had a nice time and hope to see you again soon! Opera Team.
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OpenTable Diner
North Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our Waiter Spike was fabulous, attentive to detail and gave amazing service . The raw fish shared platter was delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Saturday night so busy. However despite customers presumably wanting to talk over a meal, music was very loud. By all means play music but please at a level where people dont have to shout to be heard
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MarcusS
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great environment, fabulous service, very attentive, recognised I was a black member (loyal), good food, not rushed, made for a great night: thank you
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really had a fantastic meal with lovely friendly staff. Fantastic service and being in the music lounge just added to the ambiance!
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 30 April 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Lovely meal! Slight disappointment that some elements of the menu were not available ( no lobster ). However, the team and chef went out of their way to provide an alternative ( delicious garlic and chilli prawns) which definitely meant alot. Will absolutely return to enjoy what Opera Grill has to offer! Delicious cocktails and perfectly cooked steaks! Thanks all for a great time! Andy and Kath
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolute 5* service. Thank you to Oscar for looking after us. Atmosphere was amazing. Couldn’t fault the food. Will definitely be back again.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 30 April 2024
Hi, Thanks for the great feedback. Your comments are truly valued. We look forward to having you back at Opera Grill again soon
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely afternoon Food was lovely staff very attentive gospel singers were great xx only disappointment was no lamb left 🤦‍♀️
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 30 April 2024
Hi, Thanks for the wonderful feedback. We look forward to having you back at Opera Grill again soon
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OpenTable Diner
Manchester
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 27 April 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
After previously visiting your venue and having a lovely time, we brought friends visiting from Australia, The place is lovely but yesterday we all found it very cold which in turn made the food cold very quickly as you were eating it, our friends and us had to eat our meal with coats on, (we did notice other diners eating with their coats on also) We were seated near the DJ and couldn’t ask to be Moved as all the tables were taken The DJs music was a little too loud for us to be able to have any conversation so as soon as we finished our meal we didn’t stay for desserts and left as soon as we could We had checked the menu before booking and Our friends from Australia were really looking forward to ordering the lobster on your menu which you were advertising but were very disappointed to find that there was none available when we ordered (there was four items unavailable from the menu) We all left feeling rather disappointed and cold
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OpenTable Diner
North Wales
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 27 April 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is very good but I marked the Opera down because of the cost. It is very expensive to dine here. For what I paid, I expected more than a pub environment. Premium prices should mean a premium environment but the servers were dressed like you would see in a harvester type pub. The music was too loud. Good for a pub (?) but not an expensive restaurant.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 30 April 2024
Hello, I do apologise that you didn't feel our prices were good value for money. We do hope to have you back at Opera Grill in the future for an improved experience. Kind Regards, Opera Grill Management team
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OpenTable Diner
Manchester
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 26 April 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was ok, very basic for the price, ordered a fillet steak each, our waiter gave us the wrong steaks as cooked different but was too late to send back as we poured our sauce over them, mine being cold too. Only realised as we started to eat the steak how it was cooked.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 30 April 2024
Hi, We do apologise for the experience you have described. We aim to deliver world class food and service at Opera Grill and we have clearly missed the mark this time. Your comments have been passed on to the head chef for further investigation
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AlperM
Cheshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 22 April 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
great atmosphere and the food was delicious. the recommendations of the waitress are worth trying
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SamanthaG
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely time and the service was top marks. Food was excellent
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JohnM
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very Good Service Good choice of Food for a Sunday Afternoon
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VictoriaL
Yorkshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 13 April 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our table wasn’t ready when we arrived, we had a drink at the bar but no one came to collect us. We checked at the desk to be told someone had been to find us, they hadn’t. Some confusion over who was doing what not seems really disorganised. Menu choice was good but it was so dark we couldn’t actually see what we were eating. We had to put our torch on to see the food ! It was great ambient lighting for drinks but absolutely not right for diners. We were seated in a booth in a corner upstairs. We had booked the live music lounge but the live music only did 2 short 40 min sets. Could have done with playing for a bit longer.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 16 April 2024
Hi Victoria, Thanks for taking the time to leave us feedback. Your comments are truly appreciated. Your comments have been passed on to the management team. We look forward to welcoming you back to Opera Grill again soon
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AndrewH
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were given a voucher for Christmas and only just had chance to use it. The food was absolutely delicious the service we couldn’t fault at all. Everything about this place was great, we would definitely recommend and will be going back, but maybe just on special occasions as it is pricey.
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SallyG
Cheshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food with excellent service. Can get busy, so wise to book. We will definitely return.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 14 April 2024
Hi sally, Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to you dining again with us. kind regards opera team
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RichardH
Nottingham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a meal in April 2024 with my family. I have been a few times to Opera Grill. Forgot how fantastic the food actually is. We all enjoyed the restaurant, service, food. Highly recommend if you are in Chester.
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OpenTable Diner
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience from the moment we booked until we left. They got spaghetti in especially for one of our guests and couldn’t have been more attentive, we were made to feel so welcome and valued. Made it a special night for all of us would highly recommend ☺️☺️☺️
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GrantD
Manchester
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Caesar salad ever - great work your hard work is appreciated
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 4 April 2024
Thanks Grant for the great feedback! We look forward to having you back at Opera soon
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ClaireB
Cheshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 3 April 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Always had a lovely meal there but last night one of our party’s food came wrong they changed it but it wasn’t cooked inside it was raw. by that time we had eaten our meals. It was a very special occasion as it was our wedding day so it spoilt the evening. But on a good note the manager was fantastic and gave us complimentary drinks. I would use opera grill again as it’s always been amazing in the past.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 4 April 2024
Hello Claire. Thank you for leaving us feedback. We do look forward to inviting you back to Opera Grill for an improved experience. Kind Regards, Simran Singh Assistant General Manager Opera Grill
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OpenTable Diner
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, excellent service. Accommodated a booth downstairs as my dad would have struggled with the stairs to the terrace. Thank you.
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OpenTable Diner
Manchester
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 31 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely atmosphere, especially the terrace. Great food and value. One of my favourite places to eat in Chester.
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Carolinec
Liverpool
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 30 March 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Absolutely awful! The noise was ridiculous - they had emailed earlier in week about changing table to one where live music was playing I replied and said no thank you we’re not a fan of load music when eating. They never bothered to tell us the music on the normal area would be like you were in a club! I get that it’s a bar as well as restaurant but it was ludicrous! I had to shout to speak to my partner. The food was no better we had the shared starter which was all grease and no taste at all - everything was deep fried within an inch of its life and was just pure grease! We both opted for £55 wagu steaks they where revolting full of gristle I couldn’t even eat mine and only had a couple of mouthfuls it was that bad - for £55 a steak we where expecting a beautiful dinner and it was cheap nasty meat definitely not worth the price tag. The deserts were also very disappointing I ordered the coconut parfait which was defrosted inside giving it a horrible texture. The whole place was style over substance and for a £228 meal for 2 people we left exceptionally disappointed and feeling like we had been completely ripped off! The only good thing was the cocktails! Would never return certainly do not recommend service was exceptionally slow as well it took 20 minutes to get our bill after asking by which point we where beyond ready too leave due to the awful food and ridiculous noise!
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the most wonderful place food was fantastic, the was atmosphere was perfect and the service was outstanding. A special mention to Louisa who served us on the roof terrace- she made our night so special. Will definiiely be back very soon.
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TamsynS
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was very good and we all had steak which was cooked to perfection.
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RoxieR
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the first time we have dined at the restaurant, and we were not disappointed in the slightest. Amazing atmosphere, and the best steak we have eaten We will be back when we are in Chester
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JayneE
Cheshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 23 March 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
One meal sent back as bug in it. It was replaced but no offer of discount. Food was ok but nothing special. Salt and pepper ribs were very meaty but bland.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 26 March 2024
Hello Jane, thanks for taking the time to leave us feedback. Your comments have been passed on to the head chef for further investigation. We look forward to welcoming you back to Opera Grill soon
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LouiseH
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic night at the live DJ, band and saxophonist on Friday night. They were of a very high standard. The service was outstanding and the food was incredible. We both had sirloin steak, it was cooked to perfection and was so tasty, we got extra sides of creamed spinach and broccoli, they were delicious too. The whole night was fantastic and will definitely be going back.
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LeeW
Cheshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Once again the team at opera delivers, great good and incredible service
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Hoppla
RP
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 March 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A filet steak has been ordered in medium, but served in medium well to well. A ribeye ordered in medium as well, but served in medium well to well. Another ribeye „medium rare“ was fine, but the sauce was not correct. Wines a bit expensive.
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 15 March 2024
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback. Your comments are truly appreciated. I do apologise for the issue with your food. Your comments have been passed onto the head chef for further investigation. Thanks, Opera Grill
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OpenTable Diner
South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutly beautiful restaurant, staff were incredible and so professional. Food was so nice everything looked and tasted so incredible
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 15 March 2024
Hi There, Thank you for the lovely review, We hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Opera Grill Team
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OpenTable Diner
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely afternoon celebrating a friends birthday. Food was expectation and Gary looked after us along with the rest of the team. A 5 star experience
Opera Grill - ChesterResponded on 12 March 2024
Hi there, Thank you so much for the kind review! We look forward to seeing you again :) Thanks, Opera Grill Team
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OpenTable Diner
Liverpool
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 10 March 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Staff were well mannered and polite Sadly the service was poor, we sat down at 5.30 and did not receive our main course until 7.05pm.
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Opera Grill - Chester is rated 4.2 stars by 359 OpenTable diners.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

11 May 2024

21:30

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

3 Pepper St, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester CH1 1DF

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Chester
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 12:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00 Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00–23:00 Thu–Sat 12:00–00:00
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Grill, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://therestaurantbarandgrill.com/our-restaurants/chester/
Phone number
01244 343888
Private party facilities
Opera Grill is also the ideal setting for your special occasion. There are bespoke menus and entertainment packages, ensuring yours is an event to remember, be it for a birthday, an office Christmas party, or a family get together.
Private party contact
Andy Arostegui: 0161 830 4580

Opera Grill - Chester

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Sunday Brunch

Friday & Saturday Night Live Music

Gospel Sunday Experience

Menu

What 359 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

How is Opera Grill - Chester restaurant rated?

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Dining areas

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