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Top Restaurants for Groups in Chester
Getting everyone around one table is easier said than done, but the right venue makes all the difference. Group dining restaurants in Chester are perfect for birthdays, work meals, family get-togethers, and any occasion where you need space for more than just a few guests. Browse cosy spots near the Rows to larger dining rooms in the city centre, several restaurants offer big tables, private areas, and menus that work well for groups. With the right place booked, the evening runs smoothly from start to finish. Browse below and find a restaurant ready for your whole group.
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![Semi-Private Dining at The Forge in Chester]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Private Dining
30 guestsThe ForgeChesterSemi-Private Dining is a semi-private dining area in The Forge restaurant, defined by lounge-style leather seating and large windows that flood the space with natural light. -
![Arkle Restaurant at Chester Grosvenor Hotel in Chester]()
from £560
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityArkle Restaurant
40 guestsChester Grosvenor HotelChesterArkle Restaurant is a private dining space in the Chester Grosvenor Hotel, defined by intimate, banquette-backed booths that create secluded table groups. -
![Whole Venue at Sticky Walnut in Chester]()
from £48
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
48 guestsSticky WalnutChesterFront-of-house staff manage service and can run a set-menu format for group dining. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, seated dinner or a tasting-style evening in a compact, social bistro setting. -
![Godstall at The Botanist Chester in Chester City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGodstall
30 guestsThe Botanist ChesterChester City CentreBest for: Birthday parties, cocktail-led receptions and private group dining. Location: Saint Werburgh Street sits within Chester's city-centre historic quarter and is lined with independent restaurants and evening venues. -
![Dining Room at The Moorings in Chester]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Room
35 guestsThe MooringsChesterThe Moorings is a café-restaurant centred on a compact, traditional dining room defined by simple wooden tables and continuous banquette seating. Design: The dining room has pale walls, wooden floors and a run of burgundy -
![Entire Venue at The Forge in Chester]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
60 guestsThe ForgeChesterAn outdoor seating area is available for alfresco dining. The venue provides Wi‑Fi, step-free access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Food-focused groups seeking a polished, seated dinner or a relaxed, social reception -
![The Walls at 1539 at Chester Racecourse in Chester]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Walls
150 guests1539 at Chester RacecourseChesterThe Walls is a private event space within 1539 at Chester Racecourse. It’s tucked away from the main restaurant, with floor-to-ceiling windows, its own bar, and views over the track. -
![Entire Venue at Pars Kahve in Chester City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsPars KahveChester City CentrePars Kahve is a small Turkish restaurant defined by a compact, homely dining room and a hands-on, attentive service approach. Design: The dining room has timber floorboards, simple trestle tables and pale-painted wooden chairs. -
![Upstairs at Sticky Walnut in Chester]()
from £48
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs
30 guestsSticky WalnutChesterUpstairs is a Function Room in Sticky Walnut; a compact mezzanine dining area above the main restaurant that provides a separate, semi-private space. Design: The room presents a straightforward bistro aesthetic, pairing exposed -
![Semi-private Downstairs Area at Sticky Walnut in Chester]()
from £48
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Downstairs Area
18 guestsSticky WalnutChesterIf you’d rather keep it private, you can hire the whole restaurant and have the space to yourselves. For groups of nine or more, there’s a Large Group Set Menu. -
![The Roof Terrace at 1539 at Chester Racecourse in Chester]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Roof Terrace
75 guests1539 at Chester RacecourseChesterThe Roof Terrace is a Terrace in 1539 at Chester Racecourse and provides an outdoor, heated terrace area fitted with a fire pit and plenty of blankets for evening use. -
![Restaurant at 1539 at Chester Racecourse in Chester]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
140 guests1539 at Chester RacecourseChesterThe space includes a rooftop terrace and private areas, making it feel polished but still relaxed enough for group dinners or social events.
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Booking costs of group dining restaurants average £45 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Chester, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £20 | to £48 | per person |
| From £400 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £250 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find group dining restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Chester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 95 guests | prices average £250 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Chester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Popina Chester
on Coachworks Arcade Unit 7A, Coachworks Arcade Chester - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The layout works equally well for relaxed daytime occasions, drinks and sharing boards, or evening parties with music and dancing. The space features attractive contemporary interiors, comfortable seating, a fully stocked... -
Downstairs Area at GAUDI'S
on 27 Saint Werburgh Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our venue is divided into two floors. Downstairs, we offer a tranquil dining area. Upstairs, we have a quieter function room for up to 12 people. Host celebrations or small meetings and quick presentations with us! -
Full Bar at Kahiki Chester
on 8 Watergate Street (The Row) - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Kahiki Chester is a lively cocktail bar defined by an energetic, music-led social atmosphere. Design: The interior pairs dense botanical prints and deep colours with low, warm lighting to create an intimate, compact layout...
Smaller group dining restaurants usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in Chester, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Mezzanine at The Botanist Chester - event space for 18 guests
Venue said: The layout is adaptable for seated dining or standing receptions, and the space is reached by an internal staircase. Ideal for: Small groups seeking an intimate, relaxed setting for seated meals or informal social drinks. -
Restaurant & Bar at Pink Lettuce - restaurant for 34 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Plant-based diners and small social groups seeking relaxed, social seated dinners or informal cocktail-style receptions. What sets it apart: An in-house sound setup allows hosts to play their own music or to hire... -
Upstairs Area at GAUDI'S - function room for 12 guests
Venue said: This upstairs function room fits up to 12 guests. It's a self-contained space with large windows. Ideal for birthday parties, workshops, or small team meetings.
Cheap group dining restaurants in Chester start from £15 per person or £250 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Downstairs Area at GAUDI'S, from £16 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
Venue said: Our venue is divided into two floors. Downstairs, we offer a tranquil dining area. Upstairs, we have a quieter function room for up to 12 people. Host celebrations or small meetings and quick presentations with us! -
Pub, Restaurant, Bar at The Faulkner, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: Set in the heart of Hoole, a stylish space perfect for any special occasion or private event! With beautiful lighting, private catering, well stocked bar, outdoor heated terrace and more it's got everything to offer. -
Off The Tracks Function Room at Chester Station Tap Room, from £300 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: The British pub menu also suits informal group dining. Location: The station quarter sits on the approach to Chester railway station, close to the city centre.
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