Alvanley Arms in Cheshire West and Chester - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Popped in on the off chance of a table on a Saturday afternoon. Staff couldn't help enough thank you food was fantastic .place looked and smelt lovely and clean did I mention the food was fantastic takes a lot to please me but you guys succeed well done

Service was terrible, you shouldn't have to get up from your table to ask for drinks.

Thank you for a lovely meal yesterday. The beef & ale pie was served as a slice and not an individual pie. I prefer a slice of pie and this one was perfect. The Southern Fried Chicken Baguettes were also super. A delightful meal finished with some heavenly Sticky Toffee pudding and Belgian Waffle. Even though it was busy, the service was wonderful and really quick. Thank you and we'll definitely be back

It is a truly worthwhile stop for a bite to meal, well moreso a meal of quality, to enjoy that evening out, or to just top off a good day out. The food was exemplary, and the service is impeccable whilst the decor was classy and welcoming. A highly recommended place to stop, whilst also being next to the Shire horse visitor centre, which is worth a walkabout.

Enjoyable meal, steak pie to die for. Good beer as well.

Lovely plesent and helpful staff. Room and shower room was really nice with a comfortable bed. The veiw from our bedroom was really nice. We have recomended it to friends. Xx

Been here before many years ago and I thought it was great even then. Can't say anything about food or rooms as they don't apply on this occasion

Meal was lovely & staff were exceptionally helpful & friendly-well done to them all

Lovely food and great service. Little more pricey, but you get what you pay for. Would recommend. Staff go out of the way to be extra helpful and friendly. Fantastic pre Christmas meal tonight. Absolutely fantastic.

Another great visit. Food excellent and the service well above pub standards..

Everything excellent, can't fault, top marks to the landlady and team

Had the roast beef Sunday lunch today. It was absolutely stunning and the portion size was huge.

Great decor. Helpful staff. Its next door to a Shire horse sanctuary.

A lovely freindly pub staff are always polite and helpful. A nice welcome with the log burner making it feel cozy. The Sunday lunch was delicious the beef was very tender and the desserts are lovely.

What a beautiful friendly pub. Landlady was so friendly, staff great. Food was to die for. What a find! Would definitely recommend and return 100%

Been tonight for food, everything was amazing and fantastic service, definitely worth a visit.

Been for Christmas Day lunch, fabulous! The staff were brilliant, food exceptional and atmosphere great. Can’t recommend highly enough

Very nice location spotlessly clean had a meal staff very very friendly & well mannered the four meals we had were superb really good value for money second time there in a couple of weeks we will not hesitate in going back

Well worth a visit myself and family had a lovely Xmas meal which was lovely, very filling, Lovely staff and service, nice warm place to eat drink and relax, well done 👏👏

Really nice food lovely, nice staff.

We had a one night stay and from the moment we arrived we were given first class treatment. The staff are excellent and so friendly and helpful. Can't wait to return. Thank you

Called last night for drinks. All closed up despite website saying open.

Cosy country pub with well-appointed accommodation, great choice of evening meals, and - for residents - lovely breakfasts. Attentive staff were friendly and welcoming throughout our stay.

We have just returned from a weekend away and had the most fantastic time. From the initial check in, to the moment we left, everyone was so friendly. The breakfast was one of the best we've had. The food at night time was good, my husband especially liked his beef and ale pie. We will definitely be back early next year.

Chosen for its high rating and didn’t disappoint. Good food and staff want to help, room nicely appointed with gentle decor. Will be our choice if in the area again.

Excellent restaurant with rooms. We had dinner here earlier in the year and this time decided to stay B&B overnight in one of their rooms as well as dinner. Breakfast, well just excellent (full English). Staff are great and the food delicious and plentiful, combined with good beer (ales) and great wine selection.

Have called into Alvanley Arms in the past for drinks in the summer and always thought what a nice pub it is. Thought I’d visit for a nice pub meal with partner, however was left extremely disappointed. Despite the place being pretty much empty they struggled to seat us eventually finding us a table in the empty dining room. There were a couple of staff members serving but it was not remotely quick. We weren’t offered more drinks and when the food arrived it was very bland and disappointing. The music playing in the background was heavy metal and we asked if it could be changed as it was rather bizarre and not relaxing at all, which to be fair they accommodated. I had high hopes of this place being good as I’m local but that’s not the experience I had unfortunately and was left a little bewildered

I have just spent a lovely weekend at the Alvanley arms with family .The whole experience was exceptional from start to finish and would recommend to anyone . Sue Farnsworth .

I can't remember the last time I stayed at the Alvanley Arms, but it was a long time ago and it was, shall we say, in need of a little TLC. That has now happened and it has been turned into a comfortable and lovely place to stay with a good bar and restaurant, friendly, helpful staff and a huige car park,helpful if you're towing a trailer. I stayed here while on a race weekend at Oulton Park, for which it is very conveniently sited and I will definitely be back next time I'm racing at Oulton!

Lovely pub with beautifully decorated rooms, comfy beds & great shower. Even though we were next to a road the rooms were quiet with good choice of teas & coffees waiting for you. Great breakfast & friendly staff - all round a lovely place to stay.

Booked last minute due to the hotel we booked for 2 nights being a right tip. We checked out a day early. Fortunately for us the Alvanley was available for 1 night. Very clean. Staff approachable and friendly. Everything done with a smile on there face. Great atmosphere. Food was great and hot not just warm like some places. Will be going back and recommending to friends. Great base for Exploring the local area.

We had an excellent night here last week , whilst attending a wedding at the local Peckforton Castle. Beautiful surroundings with the garden going down onto the lake and the bedrooms and bathroom were lovely. Everything was spotlessly clean and the beds were very comfortable. Our rooms were at the back of the hotel and very quiet but I think the road is quiet at night anyway, the breakfast was great and all the staff were extremely helpful. We are hoping to stay again here in the spring.

Having frequently dined here over the years we've seen many Management changes and changes in menu etc. We dined with friends on a sunny weekday evening and found the menu much smaller than our last visits. Not a problem just an observation. Food chosen was very good and presented well however we all commented that the service was lacking somewhat. Staff friendly enough but empty glasses slow to be cleared away and leaning over us rather than serving correctly. Also no fresh serviettes with desserts. Enjoyable evening but definitely not as good as we've had before.

We stayed for two nights to attend a family wedding, and were impressed by the very good standard of the room, which is tastefully decorated, has a good shower and most importantly a very comfortable bed. Breakfast on both days was excellent, with a comprehensive choice and was well cooked. The staff were always most helpful, making our stay very pleasant.

Had a lovely Sunday afternoon lunch sat in the garden overlooking the lake. The team were friendly, service was great and food excellent. Good choice on the menu and in particular the king prawn starter was delicious and cooked perfectly.

I have driven for nearly 30 years past the Alvenley Arms on various travels but have never, for some reason, stopped there. We first decided to give it a go over Christmas time 2022 and we're blown away by the place, the service and the food. We decided to return with my parents for Sunday Lunch and again, the whole table was blown away. The food is simply superb. I had the Sunday Roast Beef and it was superb. Great cut of beef cooked so well and the roasties, yorkies and veg was without fault. Some places can be good but over fussy and expensive to boot. This is one of the best Sunday Roasts I've ever had and that is shared by everyone else who dined with us that day. Service is swift and efficient, menu spot on and you don't need a mortgage to eat here. What a country pub is all about. Well done.

What a lovely pub with rooms, the food was fantastic quality and great value. We loved the room that looked out over the cows field, it was decorated beautifully, it couldn’t have been nicer, so clean and the bed was comfy (pillows could do with...

Booked last minute 2 night break, Karen and her staff were all very friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble, food was excellent. Will definitely come back.

Great Hotel ! We booked quite last minute and were pleased we booked at the Alvanley Arms - lovely reception from Karen who was really helpful on the phone when discussing our stay. The hotel was lovely from the communal areas to the room, all...

Lovely venue for a family meal. We had a room around the side all to ourselves. The portions were huge and very tasty. We will return!

We enjoyed an excellent overnight stay. Rooms are a good standard, very clean and well maintained. Lovely garden to rear where you can watch the horses and wildlife. Evening meal was very high quality. Seafood mixed grill was very special and the chicken and chorizo...

We called in on a Sunday lunchtime without a reservation and we were lucky enough to get a table in the bar area as they were busy. Staff were welcoming and we were offered drinks and menus promptly. Once we ordered the food came out...

I came in for Sunday lunch with my family today, the service was impeccable! We were met by the lovely, smiley Mia when we entered who showed us to our table before being served by the equally lovely Ashley with a bubbly personality. The service...

Lovely pub with great food and the accommodation was very clean and very comfy bed . There was a kettle and a range of drinks and biscuits and bottles of water, we would definitely stay again.

Have driven passed this pub for 30 years and never went in as I was always on the way somewhere, but found myself going for Sunday lunch with family. Im annoyed now that I’ve never been in before, the decor firstly is lovely, very well...

Just spent one night here to attend a wedding nearby . The whole place is really nice and room was big and stylish . Everywhere was spotless and breakfast was really good quality. Staff were friendly and efficient and really welcoming. If we ever return...

This is a lovely place for an overnight stay if you’re visiting the Tarporley area. The rooms are beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean and there is everything you could need. The breakfast was good too.

Lovely pub restaurant, welcoming, helpful staff and a relaxed atmosphere. Food was excellent and a good selection of ales.

Nice accommodation, clean and comfortable with spacious bathroom. Very friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast.

We stayed here to attend a wedding nearby. We were a family with three generations and we booked 4 rooms, plus we had lunch on arrival and breakfast the following morning. The rooms were absolutely superb - the best hotel rooms we've stayed in for...

Went here for dinner. Nice welcome and a good selection of food. Staff were lovely. My wife started with a 250ml Zinfandel Rose, £8 and I had a large Pepsi Max, £4.25. Food my wife went with 10oz rump, medium/well, £19. Unfortunately came out too...

3rd time of visiting for a meal and once again excellent food and service. Really good value for money meals. Highly recommend the cheese, onion & potato pie and the steak, mushroom and ale pie - both are delicious and the deserts are reasonably priced...

Visited the pub for a meal on the Sunday afternoon with a group of friends. Great selection of meals available not just a Sunday roast, I chose the "Surf and Turf" and it was delicious! We all had an enjoyable afternoon and found the food,...

Lovely old pub on the A49. Lots of car parking. ice ambiance inside and very friendly and helpful staff. My friends were delayed, and there was no mobile signal inside the pub, but the manageress allowed me to use her phone to check on them....

We wanted somewhere to stay on the night of our wedding anniversary prior to two days golf at the nearby Macdonald Portal. Everything about The Alvanley Arms was absolutely superb. Our room, our meals, the staff, were all excellent and we cannot recommend it highly...

Just stayed here with friends for 3 nights and could not fault anything. The rooms were superb - very well decorated, spacious, clean and a lovely bathroom. We ate at the Alvanley Arms each night and the food was excellent. The staff are super freindly...

Visited with a friend on Father’s Day so was really busy. The staff were very helpful and service was friendly as quick. My friend had the meat skewers and I had the chickpea curry, both were really tasty. We shared the brownie and ice cream...

We stopped here for food after a day at Oulton Park. What can I say - wow - really lovey people and great food and drink options. I had gammon , my wife the chicken skewers and both superb. Recommended

What a lovely place, staying not far away and found this place out on our travels. It was lovely weather so we sat out in the garden overlooking the lake what better place to have lunch. The food was excellent and the staff very friendly...

We chose this place to stay as a halfway meet up to catch up with friends. What a great stay. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Very pleasant welcome, lovely spotless room. Excellent meal with great service at a good price Lovely selection of...

I love this gorgeous place, its the same every time I stay, warm, inviting and comfortable. Karen is such a lovely host, and very attentive. Rooms are lovely, beds very comfortable. All food is spot on, breakfast is fab, and dinner always great. Can't recommend...

We were looking for somewhere to stay near Oulten Park and found the Alvanley Arms, we stayed two nights eating our evening meals in the resteraunt, The room was clean comfortable and quiet. After the very good meals we found some lovely footpaths for a...

Lovely stay Karen perfect host friendly and professional clean room .exceptional breakfast. Relaxed atmosphere and lovely beer garden

Long hot day at BMW Sommerfest at Oulton park circuit, got to Alvanley Arms pretty late in the evening, greeted with a warm welcome and an even more welcome cold beer, had a great room for the night, very clean and comfortable. Dinner was pretty...

Food was amazing as always. Cane with family for a roast dinner, the choice is very good but I always opt for the 13 hour braised brisket of beef which falls apart when you cut into it. It is so tender and full of flavour....

My wife and I stayed 2 nights for a christening in Tarporley. 20th and 21st May, with my wife’s cousin. An absolutely beautiful character pub / hotel. We were made to feel totally welcome by Karen and her lovely staff. Food , beer and gardens...

It was last minute for one night for our family and the place was lovely. The outdoor area is for enjoy the view with a glass Evening meal was delicious The room was comfy and modern so can't complain It was relaxing stay

A final evening with friends, which was a little disappointing. Reasonable menu but only mediocre. Had fish and chips with mushy peas but asked for garden peas, but came with mushy, so had to go back to the kitchen to sort but came out again...

Me and my partner have been a few times recently due to the food/atmosphere being absolutely lovely. We’ve found it really difficult to find somewhere nice to eat and this place has become our favourite. A few friends told us about their Sunday dinner so...

Came to visit the Cotebrook shires so we decided to have lunch before, we hadn't booked a table and we were sat down with a roast dinner with 20 minutes! I can honestly say it was the best roast dinner I've ever had! The staff...

Stayed 2 nights at the Alvanley arms couldn't fault the place right at the side of the A49 but not a problem as the recently done up rooms all have double glazing. Right from the moment we checked in the staff were so friendly and...

Called in last minute as our booked table at the Fishpool was given away due to us being a tad delayed due to roadworks at The Abbey Arms crossroads. Lady behind the bar who i think was the general manager, was extremely accommodating & welcomed...

Stayed overnight. Couldn’t fault the place. Really attentive staff, nice rooms and a good hearty breakfast

What a lovely stay we had, great room (cob) with lake view, room was very clean and decorated beautifully with lots of lovely amenities, the bed was really comfortable. Breakfast the next morning was delicious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I would...

We stayed at the Alvanley Arms for three nights. Very comfortable, recently renovated bedrooms. Delicious food. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended.

Called in on a wet Tuesday lunchtime and had great couple of hours. Service was 1st class, food was excellent and the atmosphere was so relaxing. One of my favourite pubs in that area and will definitely be calling in again very soon.

stayed the night using their accommodation did not have an evening meal just bed and breakfast, staff were amazing and very friendly and welcoming. rooms were spotlessly clean and the breakfast was delicious would definitely stay again if we were in the area.

An absolute gem! Delicious Sunday Lunch - 13hr Braised Beef was stunning - the best I have had in a long time. Attentive and thoughtful waiting staff made the experience exceptional. A must for a return visit.

Varied menus and delicious food. Friendly staff. A lovely cosy atmosphere. Nice decor. Four happy diners! 10/10.

Excellent venue for groups. We brought over 30 diners and everyone thoroughly enjoyed great meals and great service. Highly recommended, we will return as soon as we can.

The Alvanley Arms Sunday roast today was delicious, just like a home made roast should be, everything was fresh, hot and tasty. Well worth a visit if you haven't been but I advise you book as they are always busy which is a good sign....

Stay in the Alvaney every year in the first week of March for the annual Oulton Park RS day. We requested a twin room for myself and my 19yr old son. All bedrooms had just undergone a complete overhaul which was extremely well executed with...

Great food and staff. Use at least twice a year and hope to continue in the future. Recommend to all

Went with friends & everyone of us enjoyed our food. Lovely relaxed atmosphere, good service & friendly staff. Highly recommended

Stayed here with my wife on two separate occasions for celebrations and just love this establishment. Food served is consistently high quality, value and choice. Cleanlinesses and comfort of accommodation is of a good standard. Staff are excellent and very polite. Has a lovely warm...

Went for a family meal on Sunday. The service was great, and the food was of a very high quality. One of the best Sunday dinners I have had - Huge Yorkshire puddings, and meat was really good. Plenty of ale choices on tap and...

Lovely experience, exceptional meal. Went today 4pm Sunday 29th January, 6 adults and 2 children. Three of us had the mix roast Sunday lunch, outstanding, pork , turkey and beef, wow. Gravy, roast potatoes, mash, carrots and veg. Two had home made cheese and onion...

Went on a Sunday and we had the roast dinners and my son had the beef baguette. Dinner was amazing - hot , melt in the mouth beef brisket, nice roasties, huge Yorkshire pudding , carrot and turnip and mash was lovely. I had the...

Booked to stay here for my husbands birthday. My sister and her children surprised him as they also stayed too. We received a very warm welcome and shown to our rooms. Our rooms were located at the front overlooking the road and fields across the...

Quite simply the best pub experience ever. We stayed one night here to celebrate our first anniversary having lunch and 3 courses for dinner. The location is ideal for a getaway with a beautiful setting and large garden seating area too. The views with the...

This is a bold statement but we had one of the best Sunday dinners from this restaurant! The meat was so tender. Staff was lovely too. Highly recommended

We booked a table for late Boxing Day afternoon. I think all the staff had gone home by the time we sat down to eat. Food poor - service poor - so disappointing

Stayed on a Saturday evening whilst visiting Chester to do some Christmas Shopping. The room was lovely - modern whilst maintaining the original feel. A good choice of tea/coffee/hot chocolate and even two bottles of water (one still, one sparkling) which was a nice and...

We booked two rooms here for one night as the hotel we stayed at for the first night couldn't fit us in. The rooms were immaculate (they were far better than the first nights accommodation) the staff were really friendly and helpful and the food...

We dropped in last minute on a Sunday and were thrilled by such a varied menu (I’m not the biggest roast fan so this was a welcome surprise ). 4 of us picked different dishes and they were all fantastic. Food from the children’s menu...

We had the absolute pleasure of Dining at this wonderful country pub again on Sunday and once again it didn’t disappoint. Upon entering the Alvanley arms you are met with a warm, cosy and ambient atmosphere which always makes me feel welcome and relaxed. The...

Stayed on a Saturday night , After a warm welcome ( all the staff were lovely ) we had an absolutely delicious evening meal , a good night's sleep in a beautiful comfortable cosy bedroom followed by a fantastic full English. Couldn't fault our stay...

We stayed over for one night for my birthday (without mentioning it, since we don't like a fuss and didn't want "special treatment"). First impressions were excellent - log burners ablaze, understated but very festive Christmas decorations, spotlessly clean, and a good selection of Robinson's...

Fantastic stay here. Lovely room, lovely staff. The home made Scotch egg was huge and incredible! Very cosy, log burners were fab! Would return if we are in the area. Highly recommended.

Excellent food, excellent service, lovely pub. Visited on a Tuesday evening in November. Staying locally so did some trip advisor research and not disappointed at all. Service was excellent, friendly and attentive. Food was excellent quality , lots of choice , really well prepared and...