Pars Kahve
A Turkish restaurant and small market shop on the medieval upper gallery of Watergate Row, named Chester's Best Restaurant in the 2025 Cheshire Life awards.
Pars Kahve is at 5–7 Watergate Row South, next to The Cross, on Chester's distinctive “The Rows” upper walkways, reached by climbing about ten steps. Run by Adem and Holly, it also sells Turkish textiles and home goods, and the outdoor seating has blankets and string lights. It was named Chester's Best Restaurant at the 2025 Cheshire Life Food Awards. The signature is the mixed meze platter of hot and cold starters. Other highlights include manti (Turkish dumplings), slow-cooked lamb shank, lamb chops and Turkish coffee, with generous portions. A starter and main at lunch costs about £20, and it serves brunch, lunch and dinner. Service can be slow at peak times.
Opening hours
Daily, brunch to dinner (check the website)
Nearby sights
- The Rows
- Chester Town Hall
- Chester Cathedral
- Grosvenor Museum
- Storyhouse
- Eastgate Clock
- Chester Castle
- Chester City Walls