chef's hands and lower torso can be seen preparing food at the pass at a fine dining restaurant. In front of him are 5 plates of food and he is adding a blob of sauace as a finishing touch to one of the 3 tapas on the plates. The plates are oblong and white and identical in terms of the items of food arranged on them. The chef is in a striped apron from the waist and burgundy chef's uniform. The food is for a group on a Chester Food Tour, the Half day Chester Food tour and Chester Evening Food Tour with Chester on a Plate Tours

A Taste of Chester Food Tour

Only Incredible Independents 

TripAdvisor Reviews Excellent for Chester on a Plate Food Tours
Chester omn a Plate Food Tours

Feast through food & drinks pairings Feast through food & drinks pairings

Join a Chester Food Tour

Welcome to Chester walking food tours. Chester has become a lively, eclectic food destination over the last decade, as well as a beautiful city brimming with history and culture.

Join our multi-stop, culinary adventure and learn why food and drink tours are one of the best ways to discover a city. We want you to experience memorable food and drink at six very different Chester independents.

 

A group of food tour guests on a Chester on a Plate Food and Drink Tour called 'Get a Taste of Chester' are standing in front of the Eastgate clock in Chester in the sun, smiling and holding craft ale or icecreams.
Chester Food Tours Photo depicting a man holding a hotpot on a small plate, on top of which is a black dish containing the hot pot. The table is dark wood set with cutlery and a white paper napkin. The salt and pepper can be seen in the left hand corner of the table

Sightsee between bites

We’ll take you to our favourite haunts, tucked away restaurants and off the beaten track bars.

A whole host of  passionate chefs, bakers, artisan producers and drink aficionados have shown us how Chester is connected by history, diversity and incredible local flavours.

Expect an unforgettable day as you discover the city we love and introduce you to the venues we love eating at.

 

Find Chester's hidden gems Find Chester's hidden gems

Why a Chester Walking Food Tour?

During your half-day food tour sample dishes designed especially for you and put together by us. This all adds up to a full-sized meal. You’re not going home hungry!

Every part of our edible journey is arranged in advance. This leaves you free to relax, enjoy the company of other food lovers, and make memories during a very different day out.

Chester food tours include fascinating facts and quirky tales (maybe the odd ghost story!) that help bring the city to life.

We take you to tucked away restaurants & bars to ensure you discover more than one flavour of Chester.

 

A young Indian woman wearing a yellow shirt abd with a colourful hairband holding her tied back hair in plac eis holding a piece of Mrs Bournes Cheshire Cheese and talking to a group of tour guests standing off camera during one of the stops on their Get a Taste of Chester half-day food tour. The woman is talking passionately with her hands whilst leaning her elbows on a counter top, on the counter can be seen a number of identical cheese cakes on blue ceramic plates and a collection of other pastries and cakes in clear display cabinets. The kitchen belongs to Pastry Pedaleur a French Patisserie in Chester Market

Explore your own city Explore your own city

The Chester New Market sign is illuminated and below the entrance 9 people can be seen walking towards the main entrance. It is ebvening and the silhouettes are of men and women of varying ages with their backs to the camera walking towards a cheshire cheese cake at the market from one of the food vendors on a Chester Food Tour UK

Chester Walking Food Tours

Perfect for tourists wanting to explore a new city. That said, they’re also ideal if you’re a local looking for a fun activity  close to home. We’re spoilt for choice in Chester when it comes to restaurants, why limit yourself to one or two?

Chester food tours UK means fresh ideas for eating out at new, exciting restaurants on your doorstep!

Take the opportunity to be a tourist in your own city.

Not only that, bring friends and family to fill up on food, do the sightseeing none of you ever have time for and rediscover Chester.

• Some local & global alcoholic drinks are included as pairings on the tour, but there are excellent alcohol-free alternatives.

The Best Food Experience in Chester The Best Food Experience in Chester

Chester Walking Food Tours

Perfect for tourists wanting to explore a new city. That said, they’re also ideal if you’re a local looking for a fun activity  close to home. We’re spoilt for choice in Chester when it comes to restaurants, why limit yourself to one or two?

Chester food tours UK means fresh ideas for eating out at new, exciting restaurants on your doorstep!

Take the opportunity to be a tourist in your own city.

Not only that, bring friends and family to fill up on food, do the sightseeing none of you ever have time for and rediscover Chester.

• Some local & global alcoholic drinks are included as pairings on the tour, but there are excellent alcohol-free alternatives.

The image shows a coloutful blue plate photographed from above and on it sit 2 crispy chilli chicken wings with a thai sauce drizzled over, light in colour. Next to this sits a bamboo basket containing bao buns and just above a glass of orange coloured thai tea with a black straw inside. These are items which feature in the Chester food tour with Chester on a Plate Food Tours 'Fet a Taste of Chester'
A delicious looking ice cream cone is being held up in front of the Eastgate clock. The person taking the photo has her hand visible around the cone and is wearing white nail polish. It is summer with blue skies and small orange tables are tot he right of the photo before the clock opposite Huxleys cafe. Huxleys has an ornate sign at the door with it's name written on. This is during Chester Half Day Food Tour with Chester on a Plate Tours
A photo of a Christmassy looking gin bar. We see the young barman dressed in black expertly putting together gin boards for the Chester on a Plate Get a Taste for Chester food tour. The Chester food tour guests cannot be seen, just the brown bar, illuminated by a blue strip along the midsection of the bar and an old fashioned light above showing up the lines of gin glasses ready to be filled. This is the gin flight of 3 Cheshire gins, one made in Chester UK, THAT ARE AVAILABLE ON Chester walking tour 'Chester on a Plate Tours' half-day food tour 'Get a Taste of Chester' if guests uipgrade to the Upgraded Drinks Package
A group of food tour guests, ten in all, are standing dressed in winter clothes smiling at a camera. They are standing in front of the Eastgate arch under the Eastgate clock in Chester. The Chester Half Day Food Tour goes up onto the Chester Walls and looks down on the cobbled streets.

FAQs Answered – Chester on A Plate Walking Food Tour

Who is a Chester Food Tour for?

Firstly, Chester on a Plate Food Tours are for anyone who likes food, and secondly for those who enjoy a fun day out with a bit of sightseeing and history thrown in. Therefore food tours suit any level of food lover, looking to explore a city and discover its food scene.

Children can come along…

However, there is alcohol on the tour (with alcohol fre alternatives if you prefer) so be aware of that and that there is a walk between venues. As a result kids could get bored and tired!

How much does it cost?

For the Chester Half-day Food tour the ticket price is £85. This includes all food and alcoholic drinks. Likewise, each small group (max 12) will be with a local, award winning tour guide who has booked everything in advance.

The Value of a Walking Chester Food Tour

We will get you to the first venue quickly, after that you’ll be guided along on a scenic route around Chester and learn a bit about the city’s history in an engaging way.

Most imporatantly you will be treated to dishes that in some cases, you can only get on my tour. Moreover, guests will be hearing from chefs and owners, another highlight that sets this food tour apart. You will discover small, tucked away independents and experience an array of food. You have small dishes at each venue that add up to a good sized meal, but I aim not to overface you!

There are quirky, little known stories from the city to keep guests entertained, and the route has been designed for sightseeing between food stops

Does the Food Tour Cater for Allergies and Dietary Requirements?

Yes, in short!

When you book a tour on the Chester on a Plate website you will be required to answer questions about your specific food requirements and subsequently, we can book these in with venues. If you are, for example, vegan, vegetarian or pescatarian then by and large this can be catered for. At any rate, before youir tour let us know sooner rather than later so that it’seasily sorted.

Allergies

If you have food allergies, especially nut or shellfish, please inform us so that we can arrange alternatives. More importantly, we can alert venues to ensure that kitchens are properly prepared.

Can I get a Refund?

Refunds will be given if you cancel within 2 weeks of your tour date. In extenuating circumstances, talk to us! We get that accidents happen etc. but this is a small independent business and we struggle if people book then change their mind and ask for their money back.

If you can’t make it, please let us know so that we can book you onto a different tour when you have availability. Or feel free to send someone in your place.

Our policy explained

For the Chester on a Plate Food Tour we pre-book all of our venues, food, drinks and snacks and our margins are tight, because we want to give you the best possible experience and deal wherever we go.

If for whatever reason we cancel (illness, weather) then you can rearrange your tour or decide you’d like a refund

If you book through other marketing partners such as Booking.com, Wowcher, and so on, make sure to read their cancellation policies. It’s usually better to book direct through the website 🙂

 

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts around 4.5 hours. From time to time, it may run over slightly.

 

What Kind of Places Will We Stop At

On a Chester Half-Day Food Tour all our venues are independently owned. Firstly, we favour small, outstanding venues with exceptional chefs. Secondly, we only visit venues with the highest hygeine standards.

You will enjoy a diverse mix of local and global restaurants, therefore you will have a great opportunity to try new things and sample local produce. Food is sourced locally, similarly drinks on the food tour are often locally brewed or distilled.

We work with the best Chester venues…

Not to mention having expert local guides who know everything about the growing Chester hospitality scene. As a result we have built excellent relationships with superb Chester eateries.

Please wear comfortable shoes as this is a walking tour, we aren’t scaling mountains, nevertheless heels might be tricky on the cobbles and walls!

What if I want an extra drink at some of the venues

As long as we are on time (usually around 40 mins per venue) you’re very welcome to buy an extra drink. Most of the venues are happy to sell bottles of wine etc. and so this is another option, but they always welcome people buying another wine or pint!

Do You do Vouchers?

Yes! A Chester Food Tour Voucher makes a great gift for foodies or people who like making memories and prefer experiences.

How to book

Click on the Book Now button on which ever tour you have decided on. After that choose ‘purchase as gift voucher’ and follow instructions. Alternatively head directly to the Gift Voucher Page in the dropdown menu. You will now be the best friend/offspring/partner ever. Therefoe, well done.

How much walking is there on the tour

We aim to walk for no longer than 20 minutes between venues. The majority of our strolls are short, and all are manageable at a steady pace. Given that there’s a no man left behind policy, if you walk a little slower, no problem. By all means rest! As I’ve said, there’s always things to chat about along the way.

Occasionally if the weather is extreme the route will be shortened for safety reasons. Even if this is the case, food stops remain the same. In the event that the weather makes tour conditions impossible, we will cancel and rearrange your tour.

Is the tour suitable for diabled people?

Accessibility

We are very happy to make adjustments for people with accessibility needs. Chester is an ancient city with cobbles and old buildings which subsequently presents challenges. For this reason a private tour can be the best option for wheelchair users. However, whatever you decide we will, above all, ensure your experience with us is 100% enjoyable, the same as every other.
  • The image shows a gin flight. Three gins are in the same short glass arrange on a wooden gin board with 3 holes carved in for the glasses and one for the tonic. Each glass has unique decoration. The nearest has dried orange peel, the second contains rosemary and the third is a pinkish coloured gin with pink peppercorns inside. The wall behind an ornate looking dark wood table surface is bare brick. These gins are part of Chester on a Plate's Upgraded Drinks Package on the food and drink tour in Chester
  • Food Tours Chester, Chester Food Tours, Chester on a Plate Tours
  • Gift Vouchers available for Chester on a Plate Tours, gift vouchers for food experiences, gift vouchers Chester food tours

How to book your Chester Food Tour?

Booking a walking food tour in Chester is straight forward and secure.

Enter the number of adults you want to come along on your Chester food walking tour.

Choose your preferred date from those available on the calendar, click through the months to find the ideal food tour in Chester city.

When you have landed on an available date that suits, enter any discount code above, and press Next.

Enter your details, including any allergies, and process payment. Easy!

You’re ready to get eating!

 

 

Dietary Requirements

Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements and we will always endeavor to accommodate them. Let us know even if it’s something like ‘Doesn’t eat red meat/fish etc’. We want to make sure you have the best experience possible.

Allergies

Please be sure to inform us if you have any allergies and if possible, email details separately so that we can ensure your safety on the tour, it’s our priority.

Information

  • £85 per adult

  • 12:30pm

  • 4-4.5 hours

  • Approximately 3.5km distance. A nice, relaxed walk, a few slight inclines but we stop for a chat and a rest, plus lots of venues in between!

  • 7 stops, some sit down and some at stalls. Food and drink pairings at 4 venues.

  • emailed at time of booking

Any questions please contact us by phone or email on hello@chesteronaplate.co.uk

Check it out!

Follow us on social media for the latest food adventures, behind-the-scenes moments, and exclusive updates. Join our community of food lovers and never miss a bite!

Tag us in your foodie experiences—we’d love to feature you! 🍽️✨