The Shady in Cheshire West and Chester

Wanted to visit for a while. Lovely evening by the canal. Perfect. My wife and I both had Turkey Sunday Roast. Quick service and pleasant staff. Plentiful size servings and food was hot. Potatoes were hard as was the veg. Everything else fine. Was a long journey from the Wirral so probably won't rush back. Sorry.

We arrived at this wonderful place after having a walk along the canal from Tattenhall marina, what an absolute hidden gem. We had drinks and nibbles served by really nice staff. Everything was reasonably priced and we loved sitting out in the beer garden with superb views of the canal and the barges.. Will definitely be returning now that we know about it

Second time visiting lovely setting however prices are steep. Small portions, chicken kiev had hardly any filling the cheese and onion pie was lovely but very small for the price. Childrens play area was handy to keep our toddler entertained, however the outdoor furniture was very tired and let the garden down. The ice cream in a cone was a nice idea but again £5 for one scoop was a lot. We will return but only for a drink as we didn’t think the food was worth the money.

Excellent food and service. Lovely setting. Could not fault at all. We came by narrow boat and the private mooring was a bonus.

Absolutely amazing food drink and service. The atmosphere and staff are outstanding Highly recommended for a visit..

Stopped for lunch. Initially a good impression, compared to recent previous reincarnations the place looks tidy. And the location is, as ever, idyllic. But a little farcical when there are 6 members of staff behind the bar, a queue of 5 customers and only one of the staff members actually serving. A request for gluten free food options was met with a shrug, an explanation they have a gluten free fryer so can do fish and chips and a folder of allergens so comprehensive as to spread over about 30 pages. None of which really helped identify what was ok to eat and wasn’t exactly welcoming. Other places manage to add a discrete “GF” alongside suitable dishes, it isn’t that hard. Biggest positive was for the beer, which was local and in good condition.

Over priced. Substandard food. Too many little dogs barking. NOT accessible friendly, no ramps and steps to get anywhere outside and inside. If we knew (website did not mention it) for safety reasons we wouldn't of booked. And they were understaffed, took forever to get drinks then food, large gaps in-between.

Absolutely fabulous food. The Sunday lunch was excellent. Never tasted a better steak & ale pie. Great facilities for our motor home stop over. The camping site however needs a larger bin or skip for rubbish from stopovers.

Had very nice sandwiches and beer for lunch during our canal boat holiday. Lovely place, immaculate loos and stunning steak sandwiches.

Kept seeing a sponsored link on Facebook so decided to give it a try. Lovely home cooked roast, with massive Yorkshire pudding 😋. Looked like a decent beer garden too with play area for when the sun finally comes out. Will definitely be returning.

We stayed on The Shadys campsite in our motorhome it was our 3rd visit and it didn’t disappoint us .. the pub is right on the canal and is gorgeous sitting out in the nice weather .. very dog friendly and some nice walks from the site .. we will definitely return again to stay … the facilities for the campsite are small but clean and have everything you need .. we love staying here and love the pub

Lovely canal side pub, but not for those with small wallets... The place is beautiful, gorgeous inside and the canal side garden is superb. The meals we had were quality, if a little small for mains, portions of fries, potatoes etc rather on the small side. It's everything a good county pub should be, but like so many remote (ish) country pubs, the drinks prices are way over the top. For example, I paid over £19 for: Double G &T Half pint of real ale And two glasses of coke. That's a lot of money for that round.... But I suppose it's in line with pricing at so many non wetherspoon pubs now. No wonder so many pubs change hands so quickly and so many close, at least temporarily until the next ' give it a try' landlord is found. All in all though, it's a very pleasant place to spend an hour or two, and the staff are extremely helpful.

Well sorry if we are repeating ourselves however best breakfast and amazing friendly service, well done James & team, top hosts.

The Shady is our local, and have been many times since the pub reopened, fantastic when the sun is shining but also lovely and warm inside when its cold outside, the staff, service and food are all lovely, with both food and drinks well priced. Over this weekend we had lunch on Saturday Pub Club Sandwich and Crispy Beef Salad, both excellent, and breakfast on Sunday one veggie one standard again excellent, fresh and super tasty 100% recommend

We came for dinner on a Tuesday evening. We were stopping at peckforton castle close by. The pub is very warm and cosy with beautiful views surrounding. The food was delicious, with lots of choices. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Would 100% eat here again

Amazing rural picturesque location, at the base of Beeston castle next to the canal. Warm Welcome by the Manager & a Log fire, just what we needed on a damp day! Food very well presented, I had the Korean Beef with noodles & padron peppers, will definitely return soon. B.

Was recommended this site for overnight stay in my Vw Camper the site has 24 toilets and showers and Electric hook up . It has a really good pub on site and is next to a canal with great views !!. So why only 3 stars and i wont be back . I stayed last friday 29th march, there were two caravans with families and two Dogs Every time i came out of my van the black labrador would run across the open field barking and being aggressive it was quite scary. The irresponsible owners were saying its only doing what dogs do and its because you are a stranger !!!! So put it on a lead if it cant behave ! it should have be on a lead at all times We couldnt use the facilities as you had to walk past there vans to get to the toilet The pub should make sure that all dogs are on a lead in the camping area its thier site ! i spent over £150 in pub as we had drinks and evening meals plus £25 to stay 1 night It would have been a great find only for the Dogs and very poor owners . which totally ruined the experience i would have given you 1 star only thing that saved it the food was great and the staff very friendly . You really need to make sure Dogs are always on leads in social areas very poor

The accessibility from the car park and inside was extremely bad, thin uneven slope or 3 steep steps and inside more steps and NO disabled toilet (toilets a squeeze and 2 cubicles). No one to greet you. Had to sit elderly lady and stop a member of staff (who seemed to be the only server). Then after the logistical nightmare getting from the carpark and despite noting on the booking 1 disabled guest, we were seated down another step and a surprised none visible slope under the carpet. It was a squeeze to sit down with guests right behind you. We had to stop the waitress again to get drinks and ordered the food because was were already bored. So far no impressed with the customer service and if we knew it was NOT disability friendly we would of gone elsewhere, but this was booked for 2 months. Our starter came with the mains, confused why. We had the roast. Roast potatoes were weird in texture and taste, and only got 5. Yorkshire pudding was half the size of the plate, flat and very crispy on the edges. Cauliflower cheese tasted horrible and the actual cauliflower was too hard to cut, and this was an extra on the order. Beef was watery and gave it away. Veg was mashed carrots, mash and cabbage. No stuffing. This for me was the worst service and roast I've ever experienced. Also felt too warm in there. Had a few small dogs bark occasionally (the larger ones were perfectly behaved) and a poor old completely flat faced pug coughing and could hardly breath. The only good thing was the strawberry Knickerbocker glory, despite the small jar it came in. We had to stop the server again to get the bill. The bill was a shock!! Over £100 for 3 people. And nearly £10 for one double. Over all, don't waste your money or time, and definitely avoid it you have any mobility problems.

Reserved table was dirty (so was the waiter’s clothes) so didn’t expect much in the way of food and we were correct! Roast beef “served pink” came out well done (!!) and the turkey was tasteless and watery. “Selection of vegetables” was a greens medley and watery carrot/swede mash. Roast potatoes tasted fried. Extremely lackluster roast. Not sure what any of it tasted of to be honest. We won’t be returning.

We stopped here for lunch and ate outside to make the most of the winter sun and it didn’t disappoint! Lovely setting by the canal. The service was quick, staff very helpful & friendly and the food was absolutely delicious! Will definitely be back soon 😊

What can I say but Excellent, the food was excellent and the staff friendly and attentive, definitely recommend it, we will go again in the better weather as there is plenty of seating outside over looking the canal.

This pub popped up while scrolling on Face Book and I noticed the senior menu, which looked very nice. We’ve just come back from holiday and I’m resisting having to start cooking again! So we quickly booked online, got in the car and popped in...

I didn't realise that this was just what I needed, a proper Sunday roast with tons of flavour and a lovely atmosphere. We se locals but have never had the roast, we will be back, regularly! Thank you 🥰

First time visiting, we were heading somewhere else for lunch but saw the sign on the side of the road so decided to give The Shady a try instead. We weren't disappointed. Had the fish and chips, good choice. Sticky toffee pudding for desert, absolutely...

Fantastic pub on the canal with great menu including specials and brilliant service. Fish and chips and salmon dishes were very tasty and good quality. We will be back.

The building is understated from the outside but the interior is very well decorated and laid out. The wood burner made it feel very cosy. The food was excellent and came quickly even though they were fairly busy. Very friendly staff.

Sunday lunch to celebrate my birthday . Lovely cosy atmosphere, very friendly helpful staff, good service & an excellent selection of food. Tasty triple roasts with large crispy Yorkshire puds, salmon cooked to perfection, veggie roasts well received. We will return!

Really warm welcome on arrival with a lovely log burner roaring away. Well kept pint of local ale and attentive service for ordering. Port/Stilton mushrooms delicious as were the Spam Fritters. Burger for main was amazing. Gammon also tasty but could have been offered a...

Haven’t been to The Shady Oak for 35 years and it hasn’t changed…very dated. I’m not sure if they’re trying to go for a retro vibe but it feels very 1980’s. The menu was very limited so we ended up ordering minute steak (medium rare),...

A group of 9 Veteran-Cycle Club members were made very welcome and looked after superbly. Many thanks.

The Shady is our local, and have been many times since the pub reopened, fantastic when the sun is shining but also lovely and warm inside when its cold outside, the staff, service and food are all lovely, with both food and drinks well priced,...

Lovely traditional English pub with good food and excellent service. We visited on a cold November evening but it was warm and cosy inside thanks to the wood burning stove. The staff efficiently dealt with food and drinks orders for 30 people. Recommended.

Brought my wife and daughter here today. (Sunday 27th Nov) Sunday roasts were superb. We both had the mixed meat roast. Turkey and beef was cooked to perfection. Veg was same. I don’t normally eat Yorkshire puds as most places do them really thick and...

We have have been twice now for the senior meals served 12pm to 5pm couldn’t complain about anything the food was really good not too big portions which suits me , lovely warm friendly staff nice atmosphere with log burning stove stove. GO ON GIVE...

Beautiful location and pub nicer inside than out. Lovely log burner but good very disappointing. Scotch egg for starter over cooked , sausage meat burnt and hard to cut, egg hard, dried and tasted awful. The maple glaze sausages just tasted like balsamic vinegar in...

Had lunch here on a quiet weekday. Quality food, generous servings and efficient friendly service. It's lovely inside too with views of the canal. There's a good outside space for warmer days as well. Recommended.

Fab meal at The Shady this evening. Great food, super friendly staff & cosy atmosphere with log burning fire. Will definitely be going back 👍

Had a Fantastic Sunday Roast today, with my mum who has severe dementia and is in a wheelchair and her carer. Adam went above and beyond to help. Moved tables and chairs across the grass area so mum could sit by the canal and watch...

Beautiful spot,it was nice day,so sat outside,ordered shared meal for two(chicken,),roast potatoes were like rubber,chicken stringy,not nice,expensive for what you get,staff nice obliging

Absolutely delighted to find this pub/restaurant already well established on this picturesque canal-side site. (There have been previous pubs at this location.) Known as "The Shady" the location has lots of attractive outdoor tables with views of Bidston castle, the canal at your feet and...

Lovely pub in a perfect setting on the canal wonderful for a leisurely meal and drink in the sun , food was excellent and we’ve already made our mind up on when to return its a free house so plenty of beers to choose from...

We stayed in a tent, friends stayed in a camper on site. Small basic site but toilet and shower were clean. Had everything we needed. We were going to eat at the pub when we’d got set up on Friday, and BBQ on the Saturday....

Lovely site on the canal side and a great reception by the staff. My wife chose roast turkey and I chose roast pork. We were then told Yorkshire pudding were extra! When the plate arrived there was no cranberry sauce with the turkey and no...

Our first trip out down the canal to the Shady Oak on our new narrowboat, so quite a special occasion for us. The Shady Oak was amazing! Lovely atmosphere, very friendly staff. The food arrived in good time and was delicious, nicely presented cooked to...

Called in without a reservation for Sunday lunch. Very busy but they were able to accommodate us. Beautifully situated pub, right on canal so lots of passing trade....literally. Food was fantastic. Good quality and plentiful. Had three meat roast for £15.45 (I think 🤔). Mash...

Yesterday i visit The Shady (formerly The Shady Oak) and found it had been re opened. The food and service was excellent and i got one of the last two indoor tables. i cannot recommend the food highly enough.

Stayed at the campsite here for our 2nd time . Nice small site 1 shower in each of mens n women’s blocks but didn’t have to wait to use . We stayed for 3 nights and got £10 off food and drink voucher for every...

Great location, right on the canal, with a large garden from which to enjoy the water and passing boats. Recently reopened and under different ownership and management, the Shady is extremely welcoming (and very dog friendly). The menu is small, only an A4 page, but...

Drove past on our way home from Peckforton Castle, so glad we stopped! Gorgeous sunny day and plenty of seating to watch the world go by and feed the ducks. We really enjoyed our hour here, read the menus which looked fab and the staff...

Arrived last minute on a narrowboat with 15 minutes to go before the kitchen closed at 9pm. Ordered food for four (2 kids) and we were very pleased, with all plates cleaned. Enjoyed a drink after outside in the dying light. Will likely visit again...