# The Moorings, Chester — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Moorings — British Restaurant in Chester with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.4/5 from 646 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/restaurants/the-moorings (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. British Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Moorings Chester, Cheshire [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5309077947445129590&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Moorings](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116968968741898824108) **In short:** The Moorings is a British restaurant in Cheshire, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 646 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Moorings The Moorings occupies a riverside spot on The Groves in Chester. The kitchen serves breakfast and cakes, with coffee and other drinks available throughout the day. Dogs are welcome, and the venue takes bookings for groups. A food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 is held. Some diners have noted inconsistency in the food. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Moorings's own website](http://themooringschester.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM ## What's nearby - Grosvenor Rowing Club, Chester next door - The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms next door - Grosvenor Park 150m away - Queens Park Bridge 150m away - ChesterBoat 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's good quality drinks, including coffee, and its selection of breakfast options and cakes. They also highlight the welcoming staff, the pleasant riverside location, and the dog-friendly atmosphere. Some reviews mention the food can be inconsistent. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (646 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Cheshire Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/781716). [More restaurants in Cheshire](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (646 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](http://themooringschester.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01244 322481](tel:01244322481) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cheshire **Plus Code** 9C5V54Q8+FX ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cheshire Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCheshire%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Moorings? The Moorings is open Mon–Fri 9:30am–5pm; Sat–Sun 9am–5:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Moorings any good? The Moorings is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 646 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Moorings dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at The Moorings. ### Is The Moorings good for children? Yes, The Moorings is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at The Moorings? Yes, The Moorings takes reservations. ### How do I contact The Moorings? Call The Moorings on +44 1244 322481. ## More near The Moorings ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Boathouse Inn and Riverside Rooms ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/hotels/the-boathouse-inn-and-riverside-rooms) - [Park View ★ 4.9 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/hotels/park-view) - [Hotel Indigo Chester ★ 4.7 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/hotels/hotel-indigo-chester) - [Travelodge Chester Central ★ 3.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/hotels/travelodge-chester-central) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [12 Deva Terrace 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire-west-and-chester/cottages/12-deva-terrace-syk922999) - [Foxhollow Cottage 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire-west-and-chester/cottages/foxhollow-cottage-ukc7786) - [Dee Heights Penthouse 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire-west-and-chester/cottages/dee-heights-penthouse-syk984751) - [Chester Townhouse ★ 4.3 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire-west-and-chester/cottages/chester-townhouse-uk51991) ### Campsites nearby - [Waggon And Horses Certificated Location ★ 4.5 · 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/camping/waggon-and-horses-certificated-location) - [Chester Charm Retreats ★ 5.0 · 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/camping/chester-charm-retreats) - [Netherwood Touring Site ★ 4.8 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/camping/netherwood-touring-site) - [Fir Trees Caravan and Lodge Park ★ 4.5 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/camping/fir-trees-caravan-and-lodge-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/attractions/grosvenor-park-miniature-railway) - [ChesterBoat ★ 4.5 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/attractions/chesterboat) - [Sick To Death Chester ★ 4.4 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bridge-street/attractions/sick-to-death-chester) - [Challenge Point Chester ★ 4.9 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/attractions/challenge-point-chester)