Cookhouse & Pub in Cheshire West and Chester

The service was slow had to go to the bar for drinks when we actually got are meals and asked for sauces we had nearly ate are meals would never recommend this pub to anyone

Brilliant choice of food good service and good quality food

Staff always helpful and friendly. A thank you to Ryan for his hard work.

I bring my dad for his lunch every week we both enjoy the food great value for money. Lovely staff always so pleasant and helpful. Lisa has served us always the same and has a chat with us asks how we are etc.

Disappointed with roast dinner bog standard Parsnips not cooked not enough gravey Might as well have gone to brewers fair or tobys for the same standard

Grand kids love going here for their tea.

After a long day travelling it’s unbelievable that a bar attached to an hotel calls last orders at 21,30!!

This is my second visit to the Woodpecker for breakfast. Both times the food & service has been excellent! You have a nice variety of continental to choose from as well as plenty on the hot menu, veggie options too. You order your hot food (as much as you like) which is much better as the food is cooked fresh and not a dried up buffet style. I have had poached eggs with my breakfast on both occasions, which have been cooked perfectly. For £10.99 it really is good value for money. Theres a nice variety of pastries, crumpets, pancakes, fruit, cereals etc. The service has been great both times, Keith today was exceptional. He was very friendly and looked after us perfectly, a credit to the Woodpecker! We are already looking forward to our next breakfast visit!

The Woodpecker Cookhouse provided food for those staying at the Premier Inn next door. Let's start with breakfast. If, like me and my family, you choose the full English the choice is superb and cooked fresh and not standing in containers on the counter. Then lunch. Again a good selection of good quality " pub grub". A great selection of dishes and well cooked and presented. We had a Sunday roast. The meat, beef for three of us and gammon for the fourth, was beautifully cooked and generous. There was a great vegetable selection. Last but not least evening meals. A great choice and well presented , cooked well and filling. My family and I would recommend. Even if you are passing travellers it is a must.

Visited for a meal with my partner. Chloe was our waitress and she went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience. Food was delicious and we will definitely be returning

Will not be be returning to eat here again due to the unprofessional reception received on arrival and subsequently the meal was just as "cold". My 7 guests were of the same opinion

A large group of us met for a meal and we got great service from Lisa who was friendly and helpful. The food was really good and we all enjoyed our night out - would recommend.

Lunch bunch venue, nice meal with friends. Limited beer menu only one ale.

Had a lovely lunch, staff very friendly, very reasonable price

The Woodpecker has always delivered great food, served by lovely, attentive staff but today they surpassed themselves. I am so glad we booked as the restaurant was heaving, creating a lovely atmosphere. The food was excellent - the best Sunday lunch we have had anywhere locally. We also had a super prawn cocktail starter and I even managed one of their lovely desserts. Amazing value for money but more importantly we were made to feel welcomed and valued by Debbie and her staff. I would recommend booking as, unsurprisingly, this is becoming a very popular venue - which is well deserved.

Great food, prices and service. We were served by Jordan who was super helpful, polite and cheerful. Food and drinks were served quick. Would highly recommend.

Amazing , lovely ,welcoming , satisfying Beautiful food . Absolute brilliant you chose whatever you want like a carvery breakfast but it’s cooked fresh there and then for you . Such a top choice

Excellent place for food and drink. Staff friendly and attentive well worth a visit

Cheeky little lunch in here... fantastic. Food was awesome.. staff are brilliant.. can't wait to go back 😁

We didn't actually eat here. We booked a table for 12, turned up at 11.57 and all the staff were sat around a table. When they finally acknowledged us, they were rude and arrogant. We said we had a booking at 12, they looked at their watches and the manager looked at us and said "What? Well, were going to finish our break first." The way they spoke to us made us leave and eat elsewhere.

Pity pub shuts at 10pm but overall good service.

Great pub for casual food and drinks .Good choice on both food and drinks..Good value and excellent service from Lisa..

Great food, great service. Debbie & Keith served me and my daughter with a smile and a giggle. Lovely atmosphere even when really busy. Thank you!

Brilliant good amazing service especially from our server Lois nothing was too much for her would highly recommend to family and friends

We are regular customers at the Woodpecker and our continuing return is down to the standard of the food, the pleasant atmosphere and the friendliness and efficiency of the staff. On this occasion a special mention for Lisa who, as usual, was a shear delight!! Give it a try!

Thankyou Lisa who served us today, very pleasant as always. Found us a table on the last minute. Greeted nicely on arrival. Food came swiftly as did our drinks. Enjoyable friendly atmosphere. Will return soon x

Once again at the woodpecker northwich lisa gave one hundred percent service the meal was excellent and price perfect, be seeing you again soon,thank you Lisa.

We were served by Lisa who was brilliant, very friendly and attentive. She always has a smile for us and nothing is too much trouble. We go regularly to the Woodpecker and the food is always good and good value for money too. we will continue to go there and have recommended the Woodpecker Cookhouse Pub to many people. Thank you for another good evening.

Great selection for breakfast and all cooked well. The staff were super polite and helpful.

Would like to thank Lisa for her fantastic service we have been going in now for our groups birthday meals and Lisa has always looked after us so friendly foods always lovely

Great service, friendly staff and lovely food, our hostess, Lisa was particularly attentive. The food and ambiance was so nice.

Warm welcome and seated by Debbie, drinks & food order taken promptly. Roast dinner was very tasty and generous portions. We had banoffe cheesecake for myself & caramel nibbles sundae for hubby for desserts .we were served by chloe who was polite & helpful .This is local to us and never fails to deliver excellent food and service and good value for money .never disappoints we will be back soon .

Stayed here with work. I personally wouldn't opt to stay here. The pub lacks any sort of atmosphere and is way too big. When I stayed, the bar closed at 9pm due to no customers. The food was disappointing, and the starter was inedible as it was deep fried, overcooked, and swimming in grease. The hunters chicken wasn't too bad. The beer was flat, I had carling. I won't be staying here again, with work or otherwise. Needs some TLC and an injection of charisma.

It’s a spacious pub (nice layout) that has a good atmosphere on a Tuesday night in January, so that’s good. We had friendly service but it was stretched (they were too busy / not enough staff). Menu was varied, I liked the sound of quite a few things. Had fish and chips which is my go-to dish but it was average at best. Wine excellent and good value. Overall it was a lovely evening.

Food ok. Portions seem to b getting smaller. Appeared thrown on the plate. Bit greasy. Drink that slw arriving. Finished meal bef arriving so cancelled

Brilliant pub with great food. We visit a lot, especially with it having a varied menu and great value. We were served today by Lisa, who is always very helpful and friendly, as are all the staff.

I was serviced today by staff member called Lisa who is always very helpful and friendly we visit quite often to this pub because of the location and great value for money.great choice of menu highly recommend this place to visit

The food wasn’t great. Its cheap and cheerful however the portion sizes aren’t great. A handful of chips with each meal. My partner chose fish and chips and wasn’t aware it came with skin on fries, he doesn’t like these. Im aware this is his...

Cracking little pub we visited for tea and brekfast the following morning while staying next door at the premier inn. The staff were really pleasant and accommodating big shout out to the young lady working on the Sunday morning (14th jan 2024) who absolutely did...

Staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience. Jason was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Food was delicious and excellent value for money.

Always get good service from the staff at this place. Food is decent enough considering the pricing makes it affordable for most people.

Good food. Took granddaughter they had a great children's menu in addition to the normal menu. Would I visit again yes.

We had an early dinner at 4pm and chose from their value menu. The food was well cooked - lovely baked potatoe. The price was very reasonable - really good value. We will be going back very soon.

Great experience, very busy. Quickly served for drinks and the food order 5 mins after the drinks. The food was lovely and we really enjoyed the atmosphere.

Went on NYE for a meal our table was booked for 7.30. it was a lot quieter than I expected didn't seem many staff. Menu was ok wouldn't be somewhere I would go to regular

We had our 90 year old Dad's wake here it was fabulous. Lots of food to go around and staff couldn't do enough. Thank you all very much x

great Christmas service welcome drink of wine or orange juice show to our table and our waitress went though our Christmas food starter ,, main course ,, pudding but no tea /cofee /mince pie. great service by all staff .. thank you very much for...

Absolutely shocked at this service, walked in to be ignored completely by a member of staff, then 5 minutes later a man came and kindly offered us a drink, then immediately told us to leave as a member of staff said she didn’t like the...

This is the 4th time we have eaten her and the bar lady as yet to crack smile she just plonks the drink down and can not believe that it was £4.69 for 2 pieces of garlic bread and I mean small pieces ☹️☹️☹️☹️

We went for Christmas lunch mid afternoon and had the best time. Food, staff and the atmosphere were brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble x Well done Woodpecker!!

I would like to take the time to make a special thank you to Debbie and her staff in northwich They made Christmas Day dinner a magical day. They couldn’t have Done any more Even a change of choice at the last minute. Debbie didn’t...

We booked a party of ten for Christmas lunch and our experience surpassed expectations. I can honestly say that the whole party really enjoyed themselves. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were superb. A big well done to all the team.

Food, ambiance & staff were fantastic, great place 👍👍

Lovely place. Me and my friend came on a Friday night for a Christmas meet up. It wasn’t too loud, busy or chaotic. The staff were brilliant. So welcoming and nice. Food came out quickly and was delicious. Can’t fault them for anything

Usual pub chain grub. But at a very reasonable price.

What a wonderful Festive lunch today! We were there at 12 and were served promptly by friendly staff. Starters were amazing - generous juicy prawn cocktails and a delicious pate for me. The 3 Christmas dinners - big portions of turkey with tasty veg and...

Arrived to a car park full of parents parking to collect their school kids. Nearly didn't get a disabled parking space. Then school kids were at the top of the ramp in the way. Door situation was difficult to use with a wheelchair, one you push then you pull the next door. We waited 4 minutes for staff to seats us, which caused one on crutches more pain standing. Then we waited 3 minutes for the drinks order and then 4 minutes for the food order to be taken. Baring in mind it was quite empty. Also I found the music a little too loud to enjoy a conversation at the table. And the lights were quite dimmed and difficult to see the menu. Staff was not attentive throughout visit. Had to ask passing staff to order and for the bill. The food was basic unfortunately. Had better food and service in standard pubs. Won't be returning.

Absolutely beautiful festive meal nothing was to much trouble staff were friendly and pleasant excellent had enjoyable time

Great value for money! Excellent staff, coped on a busy night.

Came with our walking group for Christmas lunch again this year on Thursday. Another amazing Christmas meal - I’m sure we’ll be back again next year. The turkey dinner was excellent, we all loved our starters and the puddings were incredible - especially the profiteroles....

A group of 20 of us visited the woodpecker for a festive treat yesterday afternoon . Our group included one person with celiacs and another with multiple severe allergies. The whole experience was superb every member of staff was polite efficient and so lovely ....

Excellent all round. Nothing else to add! But Tripadvisor needs more so…..no idea how this place continues to provides good meals at such cheap prices.

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Excellent staff, friendly and helpful. Always have a smile for us. Especially Lisa, Harry and Jordan.

Very limited for time to have lunch with my daughter. Lisa and Debbie could not have been more accommodating. Made for a very pleasant experience. The restaurant was quite busy.

I eat at the Woodpecker at least once a week. My service is provided by Lisa, who is always friendly, pleasant, cheerful and helpful.

Lovely pub/eatery, reasonably priced food and drink served by warm welcoming staff. Perfect for business travel or large groups. Great choice of beverages and perfectly cook meals.

This place has a very warm and welcoming atmosphere. Upon entering, I noticed the staff buzzing around the tables. I've been here two nights so far. The first night I was greeted by a lovely, cheerful young lady. She quickly seated me before taking my...

We visited The Woodpecker for a pre Christmas get together and were not disappointed. We all had the festive menu which is excellent value for money. We all had the turkey dinner which was delicious and served on a hot plate! The highlight of our...

Myself and my partner go to the woodpecker regularly. The food is always lovely and good value. Today we were served by Lisa who is so lovely and welcoming. She is brilliant at her job. She always goes the extra mile . Would definitely recommend...

The food was lovely and Lisa was a very our pleasant waitress. Lisa made sure we had everything we needed. Lovely lady. Would definitely go back

Staying at the premier inn , dining at the woodpecker. Excellent service and attention from the staff, with a special mention about Lisa, who was very professional and attentive during my three weeks of being here.

The attention and service from Lisa was top notch. A happy smiley face and a happy smiley attitude, nothing was to much trouble. 5 stars.

Food was really good,staff were attentive and polite. We were stood by the bar for a while whilst waiting to pay,eventually had to walk around the pub to find a member of staff to come and take our payment.

Absolutely lovely from start to finish staff fantastic especially Lisa she was so friendly 😊 took 3 children with us Nd nothing was to much trouble for the staff two meals for £11 49 was fantastic

Stopped next door at the premier in whilst on a business trip, been coming to cookhouse and pub for my breakfast and dinner for 4 days. Very impressed with the morning staff mainly the two gentlemen greeting everyone who comes in extremely politely and serving...

Excellent food . Good value Excellent staff Couldn't fault it at all

went for cooked breakfast with a friend, was told there would be a 2 minute silence at 11am for remembrance sunday ,all guests including kids were silent but staff in kitchen talked all way threw. all staff in all hotels need to be told to...

Christmas and festive are out. my partner and I had our first festive meal for 2023. my partner had turkey meal its served with roast potato and seasonal veg and I had festival burger served with pot of gravy and chips. we then dessert one...

Leah our waitress was friendly had a little chat when she could. The meal was lovely tasty and hot thank 😀

One person behind the bar lets the rest of the team down. Closes early even Friday and Saturday

Staff very friendly. Good service.

This used to be a great place for food but after today I won’t be visiting again the food was not up to standard the meat was overcooked and the vegetables were undercooked definitely tasteless the whole meal really not worth spending your money well...

Harry and Debbie are the best!! They turned a negative experience around and went above and beyond to put things right. Nothing is too much trouble for them and they are very kind and caring, food is awesome would highly recommend, Thank you for making...

great meal at the woodpecker always our families first choice as you know what your getting great food and great service

The food was lovely thank you to there new Chef every thing was cooked perfect looking forward to our next visit

Went for lunch today, service was spot on, Thanks Debbie The Smothered Chicken meal was absolutely the best we have ever had.....its always good but today was exceptional, thank you Chef Connor

22/10/2023 13.30pm Party of 3 for Sunday Lunch we all had the Sunday roast EXCELLENT FOOD We were served by a very pleasant member of staff called LISA, EXCELLENT 5 STAR CUSTOMER SEVICE, VERY POLITE, DEFINITELY BE BACK. CHEERS

Just had lunch, the food was lovely and all the staff were very friendly, helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Lisa and co workers, keep up the good work. We will be back.

Nice 4 star experience :) Recommended

Decided to try this place out for breakfast today Sunday 14th October 10am got greeted by a young girl who said there's no tables, I said there's at least 10 free tables do you not leave any for walk ins her rude unprofessional comment was...

Lovely place to bring a family.

Good service from friendly staff. Food was nicely presented and well cooked. Thank you

Excellent meal last night 6th Oct with family .Food was amazing , great service . Lovley waitress 5 stars .

Another visit to the Woodpecker,we were met at the door by Harry who was the only waiter we saw that day at the tables,there was other staff serving behind the bar and bringing food to tables,but Harry seemed to be waiting on the tables,taking and...

Always are first port of call if we're going out for tea, great food and lovely service from all the staff, never had a bad experience

Lovely tasty food. Very reasonably priced. Excellent service.

Didn’t get me order right gave me the wrong amount i asked for 5 bacon and they gave me 2

Lovely bar area. We were served by a guy named Tom who was training. He had a lovely manner and was doing great for his second shift

Nice to see you are doing Sunday lunch again been quite a while since we visited I opted for roast beef it was good value plenty of beef and tasty veg and roasties the other meal was scampi and chips that wasn't the best option...