If you're looking for a special place to enjoy a meal out in Chester, whether it be for a certain occasion, date night or just a good catch up with friends, Opera Restaurant Bar & Grill has a special, certain something. Housed in a Grade II Listed building, the place is instantly recognisable thanks to its smart, collumn-fronted facade and expansive size.
Inside, the interior balances both modern touches like sculptural lighting with brasserie-style booths, and stunning period features. Look up, and you'll see some of the most beautiful examples of ceiling cornicing and huge, glittering chandeliers. And, when the weather's bright, the outdoor terrace is a gorgeous place to sit. Thanks to its all-weather roof, it doesn't have to be peak summertime to enjoy, either.
The menu spans a breadth of seasonal options, with a focus on seafood and grill classics. Opera Restaurant Bar & Grill counts its signature dishes as a premium sashimi sharing platter, alongside 21 day dry aged wagyu sirloin, and sharing plate desserts, that allow both diners to enjoy a taste of the sweet treats on offer.
If you'd like to take a closer look at the menu, there's a set lunch option, Sunday menu, and general a la carte to choose between. The a la carte features starters like pan-seared scallops with creamy mash, garlic and parsley butter, as well as truffle and leek croquettes with truffle aioli.
For mains, there's the likes of saddleback pork chop with apple, honey, crispy pork skin and Mexican mole sauce, alongside miso black cod with pickled red onions and sticky rice, as well as slow roasted crispy duck with braised red cabbage, caramelised squash puree and spiced jus. While, for dessert, we like the sound of burnt basque cheesecake.
Plus, if you're looking for somewhere to host a party, there's a private dining room you need to check out, with statement marble table and plush seating.