Naughty Badger Coffee House & Bistro in Cheshire West and Chester

Step climb up the stairs - no chance to draw breath before waitress is barking at you asking “how many are you and follow her”. No pastries available as per menu and only two selection of dull looking cakes so decided to only have coffee. Same person who greeted us initially came to take our order. She was not happy because we decided not to have anything to eat. She was also abrupt to an American party of four near us because what they were trying to order food wise on the menu was also not available (they decided to order drinks only like us). On paying by card, she thought we should be leaving her a tip for her service to which we declined due to her whole manner and abruptness. The coffee itself was tasty and hot. Such a shame about the non-availability of certain items on the menu and the abrupt manner of the waitress/host. We noted that this cafe had received awards (see photo). Our experience would say the service etc has deteriorated since these were awarded.

We visited this morning for brunch, we went upstairs to order, drinks first, then went back up a while later to order breakfast, had to then reorder the drinks as they forgot to write them down… so this resulted in another delay, the drinks were then brought down, half the americano was split from the cup and all over the saucer, so it turned out to be half a cup, no apologies, just a the steps are steep comment.. which would have been fine if there was a acknowledgment for half a cup of coffee… they do have gluten free, which is one positive and as a celiac you have to be careful. Very slow service for quite early in the morning, staff aren’t friendly, had such high hopes with the great reviews, but what a disappointment. The food was decent, but sadly didn’t make up for the poor experience. There were a number of unhappy people there this morning. There are so many lovely independent cafes in Chester, we will go to an alternative next time.

A delicious brunch at the The Naughty Badger Bistro with a friend today. We loved the violets in the pea-shoots garnish! A big thank you to the Naughty Badger team for working so hard in the kitchen - we ate every scrap 😋💯

Absolutely amazing breakfast! Found this stunning little place tucked away in the rows and had to try it! Lovely service and atmosphere too!

The best breakfast ever - local produce served with a smile x the full breakfast was served to perfection - best sausage eggs bacon mushrooms ever -not forgetting the home made potato croquettes and egg cooked to perfection - tomato and black pudding ( gave my hubby black pudding with his bacon sarni ) 10/10 - although get some loose leaf tea x and I will give 11/10 🤣🤣

Heard good things about this place so made the trip over to Chester and am really glad we did! Best coffee we’ve tried in Chester so far and the food was delicious. Both the chef and waitress were lovely and friendly, both took the time to have a chat and answer our questions. Will definitely be back!

So glad we found this place. The food is amazing, the staff are so accommodating and very friendly. We had a fabulous charcuterie platter, a glass of fizz and watched the world go by. Cannot recommend this place enough. A hidden gem

Really nice lunch, sat in the window & plenty to choose being gluten free. Tasty chicken & bacon sandwich with side of fries and husband very happy with his chicken C. Salad. You could totally tell they use fresh and top quality ingredients & the service was prompt and polite. Want to come back soon with friends to try your roast dinner!

Lovely quality food but a little too salty and quite expensive overall, also we had our drinks very quickly and had finished them well before our food arrived, I think customers should be given the option to wait. Appreciate the food is all freshly cooked hence the wait but given 2 breakfasts and drinks cost us over £40 complimentary drinks could be offered

What A Fabulous Find! We had a very tasty lunch here today. The most delicious French onion soup and a side order of chicken goujons (because we saw them on another table lol) we took the last table and were told there may be a wait for food but we are SO glad we waited. Do not let that put you off! We will definitely be back!

What a fabulous find. Tucked away upstairs on The Rows in Chester, this is a little gem of a restaurant. Booking is advised as the covers are limited (and it’s getting very popular), principally because the food is really good. We had the loaded fries with jalapeños and the mozzarella melt croquettes (great lunchtime snacks) along with a glass of wine which was not the run of the mill stuff, but decent wine from smaller producers. The meal was wonderful and not a scrap was left by the end. If you’ve not tried this restaurant yet, you should.

What a little gem. Popped in for coffee not realising how friendly the place and tge food looked amazing. Very hard working team. Will definitely return.

The Naughty Badger is a hidden gem !! A cosy, tucked away quiet haven with a unique attractive look and feel where the food and drinks are as fab as the folk who run it . . it nestles above row level on Bridge Street, Chester, so, as a bonus, it has a great view of some of the city's remarkable architecture . .we had a lovel tasty and unhurried meal in luxurious warmth, while we watched shoppers scurrying thru the cold outside . . it really did set us up for the day !! so, a BIG THANKYOU to the folks at the Naughty Badger . . we'll see you again soon !!

We visited the Naughty Badger today as a group of 13, we were a bit nervous that we wouldn’t all fit but the staff were super accommodating and happy to have us fill the upstairs room. We were warned that food may take longer than normal as it was a larger group but everything came in really good time with barely any delay. Drinks were great, I can definitely vouch for the coffees, delicious. Food was fab too, we had a mix of veggies, vegans, allergy sufferers and meat eaters and everyone was able to be accommodated and we were all really impressed with our meals. All in all, we loved the naughty badger and will definitely be back! Thanks!!

Fabulous place ..friendly service... gorgeous breakfast .... definitely a place to try if your in Chester

We had a wonderful experience on Saturday honey, Andy bent over backwards to make it special for us & the ladies (especially the young lady) were fabulous - beautiful food & wonderful drinkies & service!! 6 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Please thank Andy & all

A cracking place off the rows with great food. The breakfasts are really diverse and considered. Much wider variety than a standard bistro. Creative ideas and perfectly cooked.

What a fabulous team and cafe. Amazing food, lovely staff. Couldn’t be more helpful and super dog friendly.

Myself, husband and daughter came here for lunch on Saturday, I seen previous good reviews about this place and had to visit. I ordered the chicken and bacon sandwich, the roast chicken was lovely and tender, bacon crispy and fresh (my request for well done bacon), gorgeous garlic and rosemary focaccia. Best sandwich ever! With a side of fries. My daughter wanted beans and sausages, (we missed the breakfast) but they were flexible and suggested food ideas for my 5 year old. She loved the sausages! Good quality food all round. The menu had great food options and wine list. The staff were lovely and welcoming, they also kept my daughter entertained to help find the badgers which she loved. Overall gorgeous bistro definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area. We will see you soon. Thank you.

This is Chester's hidden gem and my favourite coffee house, the breakfasts are delicious, perfect poached eggs everytime with orange yolks and the best pancakes ever! (according to my niece) all mmmmade with fresh local produce. Scrummy Sunday Roasts (not every Sunday), huge hamburgers..... skimmed milk if you want it in your latte, nothing is too much trouble, all the staff are lovely ❤️

What a lovely place to eat….overlooking the historic buildings of Chester. The service and food was first class- highly recommend.

Quirky little cafe. Fantastic service and the food was lovely. We just picked a selection of starters to share between us. Very tasty freshly cooked. Would highly recommend 👌

Really great eggs Benedict brunch but the coffee was far too weak for my liking. Stairs are really steep but we sat out on the rows outside which was lovely as there was a good busker at the cross we could hear. Dogs allowed. Nice...

Food was good and generous portions, but service very slow. Place is very small, wasn’t greeted on arrival, took a while to get served, ordered drinks which took a good 15 mins, they brought coffee, drinks were gone by the time the breakfast arrived. A...

A small venue who kindly obliged to taking a booking for a table of 8. Considerate of dietary needs. They were busy but nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent, plenty and so beautifully presented! Couldn’t be more centrally located. Definitely recommend!

Went for the first time with our dog Bella. Husband had bacon bap I had full English breakfast and it was the best breakfast ever. Lovely window view. Excellent service, not in your face like some places, but available when needed. Highly recommend. 5*

This little place is an absolute star!!! We stopped in for breakfast on our last day in Chester, and what a treat. We ordered the Eggs Benedict, Protein Pancakes, and the Honey Badger, but with bacon and no eggs. Each dish was delicious. The portions...

We enjoyed our lunch here in Chester. The cafe is hidden away upstairs. It’s small but cute. The staff are very friendly and the overall service was faultless. This place could quite possibly be a 5 if we all hadn’t ordered the soup. I mean...

Our first visit to the Naughty Badger after hearing how good it was from one of our friends. We had Sunday lunch and I have to say it was amazing. The best I have ever had. Far, far better than some of the larger more...

Great little cafe squeezed over Goldsmiths jewellers. Cozy but great choice of snacks and drinks. Andy and Tina run a friendly place and good value...You Must try it...

OMG what an amazing Sunday roast! As a family we went on Easter Sunday rather than cook ourselves and it was sublime. Two x chicken, one roast lamb (falling off the bone!) and a delicious roast cauliflower, with full trimmings and the best gravy I’ve...

We came to Naughty Badger because we knew they were a small independent business in Chester. The atmosphere, food and service were exceptional. We sat outside on the rows which was perfect for people watching, we ordered a sharing platter, Ceaser salad and a burger....

We had a superb Mother’s Day Sunday roast dinner. The gravy was exceptional. Lemon drizzle cake and brownie to follow. The wine was even delicious. Highly recommend and we will be back when we visit Chester again. I’m a firm believer in spending my money...

A lovely place for lunch or even just to chill and have coffee & cake with your friends. Beautifully decorated, the food is delicious and the staff are super helpful and cheerful. Would highly recommend, we cannot wait to return. We visited as a refuel...

We were the lucky winners of the Naughty Badger Bistro’s Valentine’s Day competition - Andy & Teana were the perfect hosts and so much thought and preparation had gone in to making it the most memorable night. The food was absolutely delicious and included a...

I just want to say thank you to the entire team at the Naughty Badger. They were amazing today with my niece and went above and beyond with their kindness. We loved having a chat with the owners who took the time to ensure everything...

Visited this morning Sunday 29th and had a lovely breakfast,friendly and quirky 5star.my only complaint 😉was that they apologised twice for the wait.........for a freshly cooked breakfast a wait of 15 + mins means its been cooked properly from fresh and not warmed up will...

Not to be missed if you are visiting Chester, great food and lovely staff . I live here and this is my go to every time

Cosy, wonderful food and great hosts. Lovely weekend away with my husband and luckily we found this place for brekky! Hubs had the naughty badger breakfast and I had eggs Benedict. Both cleared our plates - amazingly yummy! Haven’t stopped thinking about it since. Also...

What can I say , this amazing gem of a bistro is just so so fantastic. Well worth a visit . The owners are so friendly and accommodating. The food is outstanding, service superb and just an excellent place to eat drink and be merry....

First and won’t be the last visit to this fantastic Bistro located in the heart of Chester..very busy which is brilliant, the word is spreading fast about this hidden gem..food and drinks were first class. What i’d expect from a very talented Chef Andy Shelton,...

Me and my partner love coming to Chester for a good brunch and today we thought we'd try somewhere new and so glad we did! You can easily walk past it as we did, but once you spot the entrance you can see its very...

Someone recommended this place to me as one not to be missed. Called in today for lunch and it really is a hidden gem! My friend and I both had Roquefort Mushrooms and loved every bite. Truly delicious! Only about 6 tables inside, up the...

Visited here today on a day trip to Chester. Seriously excellent service and food. My friend and I can not recommend this place highly enough. Don’t miss it folks!

What a lovely place to sit, chill and people watch. Delicious food, drinks and friendly service. We would definitely recommend.

Delicious food! Had the mushrooms in crème fraiche on sourdough with poached egg. So beautifully presented with edible flowers. & great coffee!

Visited with my boyfriend for a late brunch. We both had the pancakes. They were amazing and did not disappoint. The latte and hot chocolate were great too and the staff were friendly and attentive. Nothing bad to say at all. Will be back and...

We just stumbled across Naughty Badger while walking on the rows. Staff are so welcoming, lovely place and the food is gorgeous. Highly recommend and we will certainly be back.

This place takes a bit of finding - up stairs between two shops in Bridge Street's upper row. It was worth the effort - it has a very unusual menu of lunch dishes, including great veggie options. The French onion soup with gruyere croutons was...

The loveliest little find - definitely my new favourite in town. Hidden away but deserves to be noticed! Had the nicest food & service here - would recommend to anyone. Thank you!!!

Wow! What a lovely cafe. Friendly service, tasty/good quality modern food, nice ambience. Great menu to choose from and locally sourced ingredients. Either sit upstairs or outside on the terrace looking out at Bridge Street watching the world go by!

We stumbled across the Naughty Badger, thinking we would have a quick coffee and be on our way. As soon as we saw the menu we realised the stay was going to be longer and 90 minutes later we left delighted with our accidental find....

Visited on 11.03.22 after reading reviews on trip advisor, as not from the area. Lovely little restaurant, friendly staff and fabulous food. Huge portions. I had the Roquefort mushrooms which were delicious. Thank you again

This is the best place in Chester right now for breakfasts. Went here with my family of four and there was plenty of choice on the menu for all of us including full English, pancakes, omelette and I even had the breakfast burger which was...

I am happy to have found a gem in Chester. Great service and the best ingredients combine to make a rewarding experience where there is tough competition.

Visited the Naughty Badger which is situated on the rows in Chester! Such an amazing find . Food was so Delicious and Amazing ! Staff were very accommodating, and extremely friendly! We will definitely be returning…

Was highly recommended and didn't disappoint. Lovely and slightly different menu from the norm but soup, salad, sandwich, chips and drinks all excellent as were the staff. I'm sorry I don't live in Chester as I would be a regular customer here.

Another great experience at the Naughty Badger, faultless service, excellent and tasty food with a quality wine to compliment the meal. It’s a great little place and highly recommended! Thanks again.

Excellent food and coffee and reasonably priced. Situated on the first floor of the Rows but so worth a visit especially as there is outside seating overlooking the street below.

Stumbled across this artisan cake and bistro bar. Sooo friendly, carrot cake and squishy cream to die for, pancake for the wife melted her heart. Try it it’s delightful. Thanks

The naughty badger is the perfect place for a coffee, for a lunch and for a catch up with a friend. The staff is always kind and always available. The food is everything homemade and the atmosphere make you feel like home.

If you are looking for somewhere that offers local produce, amazing food and service with a smile this is the place to go. Friendly atmosphere situated in the heart of Chester. Food is amazing and all homemade. Highly recommend if you are visiting Chester.

Visited with friends ideally situated to watch the world go by on the rows sipping cappuccino, delicious gluten free pancakes crispy bacon and maple syrup catering to my allergy needs, excellent friendly service nothing to much trouble highly recommend

Hidden gem of Chester, seek it out! Wonderful french onion soup, best home made I have ever tasted. Super quick service in a great setting.

Fantastic little find in the rows of chester! Chesters new secret gem! Gorgeous real coffee, and delicious breakfast/brunch options! Staff are so friendly and inviting, highly recommend, and I will certainly be back!

Just brilliant. Lovely sunny spot overlooking Bridge Street. Great for people watching and getting a good look at the stunning buildings across the way. We both had the salad with goat's cheese/halloumi and shared a side of garlic and herb roast potatoes. All delicious and...

Popped on for tea and breakfast. The tea was delicious (proper tea) and I had the French toast. Hubby had a latte and a pancake 🥞delicious

I have been a couple of times now to Naughty Badger because the first time I went, I just couldn’t decide as the menu looked so delicious. I can honestly say that the french onion soup is the best that I have ever tasted! And...

Excellent chicken and bacon sandwich and perfectly cooked chips!! Pete is great at front of house and Sam makes everything fresh to order in the kitchen. Now is the time to really support your local small businesses and naughty Badger Is defo worth a visit....

Coffee and food were brilliant, obviously all freshly made and good value. The seating on the rows is great with a brilliant view.

I came with a friend I had the breakfast, she had the eggs benedict and the food was fantastic, can’t wait for the next visit that’s naughty Badgers 🦡

Found this little gem on the Rows in Chester. Very relaxed atmosphere, wonderful food at all a great price. The views from the upper rows look out over Bridge Street and The Cross. A great place sit, eat, drink and to be watch the world...

We visited with our children (5&1) and nothing was too much trouble. Service was amazing as was the food which was all locally sourced. The atmosphere was inviting with a lovely view. We will definitely be back!

The coffee is incredible and the food is delicious. Great location on the rows and the staff are friendly. Can't ask for more from an independent coffee shop

I’ve been here twice now - once for breakfast and once for lunch. For breakfast I had the pancakes with bacon and maple syrup - the bacon was unreal, nice and crispy and perfectly salty. The second time I had the chicken sandwich. Very tasty,...

Delicious and breezy with lovely staff. Heartily recommend. If you're in Chester for the day, this is where you should grab lunch.

Interesting menu using locally sourced suppliers and great service. The bacon milkshake was a favourite as were the sharing platters. Well presented dishes and good value.

Stumbled upon the Naughty Badger - not easy to spot in the upper terrace - but what a find! The food was amazing (yes, bacon in a milkshake does work!) and the guys running the place were very friendly, genial hosts. Would highly recommend a...

Hidden gem on the row. Stopped in for a bite and a coffee. Great service by Pete and such a great location l. Sat outside in the sunshine. Definitely recommend while your in Chester!