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Vegan
International
Beer/Wine
Take-out
British
Catering
Fusion
Plant based cafe and cocktail bar est. May 2020. Offers a mix of nibbles, international mains, Sunday roasts, and vegan desserts. As of May/June it's accepting pre-orders for collection. Visit its facebook for menu updates. Open Mon-Thu 12:00-22:30, Fri 12:00-23:00, Sat 11:00-23:30, Sun 11:00-22:30.
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Last update on 09 Aug 2023 by llamapower
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Added by craigmc on 11 Jun 2020
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190 Reviews
First Review by Giseleimogen
Enjali
Points +2658
Definitely worth a visit - Edit
This place was great! We ate here on a day trip to Chester. It's comfy yet stylish, all vegan and absolutely delicious. We ordered burgers with cole slaw, the fries were super delicious and we would have had some donuts too if we'd had more time. Definitely recommend this place!
Read morePros: All vegan , Delicious, Very Instagram-able
Cons: Not the cheapest
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SamiPandaAustin
Points +59
Delicious! - Edit
Brilliant menu, with so much variety! Love this place.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-05-23
Pros: Totally vegan , Outdoor seating, Lovely atmosphere
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bsideluke
Points +16
So good! - Edit
The roasts are insane!
Read morePros: Great menu, Friendly staff, Good atmosphere
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AngelaAustin
Points +33
Perfect - Edit
Great service, ambience and extensive menu. The tofu tacos and gyozas were delicious.
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Julie_noshors
Points +65
Stumbled upon Shrub. ..What a lucky find. - Edit
Loved everything about the place! Will definitely return
Read morePros: So much choice!, Fabulous food, Friendly, helpful staff
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koneko
Points +1932
Mmmm Broccolini - Edit
Hot chocolate was alright, too bad they ran out of whipped cream.
Read moreSeitan Katsu came with seaweed which I don't eat anymore, the seitan had a thin crispy batter to it, there was not enough of it! Rice was good and the Katsu sauce was alright, more on the sweet side, 3/5 stars
Sunday roast was great, the broccolini was the star, seitan was great along with the parsnip mash, wanted more of it! 4.5/5 stars
SFS burger was really dry, even though the red cabbage kept dripping juice, the leaf (not the red cabbage) was really dry too, almost waxy.....the buns were crispy on the outside, and it's quite thick compared to the super thin crispy seitan, due to the buns, it made biting into it awkward. Only highlight really was the seitan cutlet and the fries (although too short and bitsy/ stubby) along with the cheese/mayo (?) dip, 2.5/5 stars
Restaurant is lovely, great location, good staff.
Updated from previous review on 2022-05-16
Pros: Awesome Menu
Cons: Seaweed should be mentioned on the menu
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Ameliamangan
Points +260
BEST VEGAN RESTAURANT IN CHESTER - Edit
I’ve visited shrub several times now and is always my go-to when in Chester. The food is amazing and the restaurant itself has a beautiful interior with a gorgeous outdoor Terrace area perfect for warmer months!
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SaskiaBlizzard
Points +16
Amazing! - Edit
So lovely inside and staff were so friendly! Definitely recommend.
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MelPick
Points +101
Best vegan place I've visited - Edit
I visited this venue last May and wasn't disappointed. I had had the intention of visiting other venues during my long weekend stay in the city, but Shrub was so good that I returned the following day. The menu has so much choice that it makes for a very difficult decision.
Read morePros: Loads of choice , Reasonably priced , Food delicious
Cons: Too much choice - need a longer city visit!
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NadiaVegan
Points +41
Tasty - Edit
Good vegan food. Gyozas were my favourite. My four year old enjoyed it too.
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Te1eki
Points +86
Fantastic Food! - Edit
We've wanted to visit Shrub for ages and a spontaneous visit to Chester meant we could finally go! Well worth it - the food was amazing and we've definitely got to come back for the 'Shrub Roast' which looked amazing. Great choices; really tasty and the portion sizes were spot on. Every member of staff was friendly and helpful too and we've already started planning our next trip.
Read morePros: Lots of mains, puddings, sides and drinks, Lovely setting
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phoebemears
Points +30
Lovely Setting - Edit
Lovely cocktails and food! Lovely setting with outdoor heaters so can sit inside or outside
Read morePros: Loads of vegan options, Katsu burger is amazing
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Simon_Keller
Points +2027
Brilliant place - Edit
Amazing food, great menu, lovely interior and friendly staff. Lovely vibe in here, highly recommended. Try the crispy tofu tacos, you won’t be disappointed!
Read morePros: Great interior, Friendly staff, Loads of tasty vegan stuff
Cons: Slightly on the expensive side
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CatherineKilbane
Points +72
Fab Friday meal for Veganuary - Edit
Really tasty food, lots of great choice and selection, gorgeous venue and setup. Can't wait to try the outdoor terrace in summer! #Veganuary
Read morePros: Full vegan menu, Lots of choice, Friendly staff
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andyjones
Points +450
Lunch time feed - Edit
Lovely spot in central Chester.
Read moreWould go again - katsu burger was niiice
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KimNegri
Points +139
More spice needed - Edit
The restaurant is warm and friendly service slightly chaotic and getting the order correct. Food needs more flavour with ok. Good choice of wine. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Large space, Clean, Good wine
Cons: Expensive, Slightly chaotic, Food needs more favourite
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villemo
Points +86
Very nice - Edit
Very very good risotto. My Dahl wasn't really a Dahl more of a chickpea coconut curry, left me quite disappointed. Lovely drinks.
Read morePros: Vegan place, Good selection
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AndyCropper
Points +468
Great all vegan food - Edit
A very nice atmosphere and a very good all vegan menu with Curry’s, burgers, salads, pasta and Shepherds pie amongst the offerings. There is a breakfast, lunch and dinner menu and they also serve draught lager, wine and cocktails as well as tea and coffee.
Read morePros: A very good menu, Friendly and knowledgeable staff, Excellent food
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TinieMelter
Points +200
Delicious - Edit
Wow first time in a Chester for a few years and was very impressed with Shrub. Food was absolutely gorgeous and restaurant is lovely with a real cozy atmosphere. Will definitely return next time we are nearby to try more of the options.
Read morePros: All vegan , Lots of options , Lovely staff
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Nana123
Points +418
Tasty dishes, seasonal menu - Edit
Super tasty dishes (the cauliflower bites should not be missed) with a regularly changing menu. We have brought a few meat eaters here and they have always loved it.
Read moreMost mains contain meat-replacement ingredients (beyond burger or seitan), so good for "meat lovers", but some mains are veggies only. Some of the mains have been smaller than others in the past.
Pros: Tasty dishes, Menu that changes regularly, Interesting drink options
Cons: Some (not all) mains can be a bit small, A bit pricier than other places
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TinaPage
Points +38
Lovely meal - Edit
All of the food at shrub was delicious. I rarely have three courses for dinner but I couldn't resist here. I had the flatbread for the main course and it was so good! There is a huge choice and service is excellent too.
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weenywyatt
Points +264
Beautiful 😍 - Edit
Stunning and spacious restaurant, varied vegan menu and utterly delicious 😋
Read morePros: Reasonably priced , Beautiful setting , Delicious food
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HollyMay
Points +965
Loved the food, the wine and the atmosphere, will definitely be back! - Edit
Even my non vegan friend loved the food and that is what matters the most! Will definitely be back!
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ThorViolet
Points +163
Excellent! - Edit
Shrub has been a real 'grower' for me. Love the focaccia (never thought I'd be ordering bread...), there are lots of cool small plates, and the Shrub burger is a regular burger, nicely executed.
Read moreFab ambience, and cocktails - you can ask for non-menu cocktails too - no problem there. Really engaged staff.
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Jberkery
Points +477
Wonderful restaurant - Edit
Wow, an huge array of vegan options. The coleslaw with the burgers is not to be missed
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options. , Knowalagble staff
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Monte
Points +25
Brilliant - Edit
Ace food, good choice to choose from
Read morePros: Very good option, Lovely food, Fast service
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Stephieleigh
Points +463
Lovely food in a super cool venue - Edit
This is a super cool venue in the pedestrianised Chester shopping area; it is upstairs and has heated undercover outdoor seating, overlooking the street below. The indoor areas are beautiful; a great deal of thought has gone into the decor. Even the washrooms were decorated with flowers! The menu is small but varied , ranging from a poke bowl to a burger. Everything is 100% plant-based and all the food coming out was freshly made, looking and smelling delicious. I had the pesto linguine which was superb. They also do a wide range of drinks including imaginative cocktails. The music was loud but very good and the staff were all lovely.
Read morePros: Everything is vegan and freshly cooked, Gorgeous decor, Friendly staff
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