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Piccolino - Chester, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester

Piccolino - Chester

4.3
4.3
440 Reviews
£26 to £40
Italian

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 52 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Chester’s historic beauty and unique atmosphere make it one of the UK’s most popular places to visit. This ancient city is a must for history-lovers: walk the Roman walls following in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, and visit the largest Amphitheatre in Britain. It makes sense that with all that Roman history, Chester is also home to one of the area’s best Italian restaurants, Piccolino!
Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the Chester dining scene. Located on Pepper Street, Piccolino in Chester boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and wine boutique. Piccolino is also home to Chester’s very first Prosecco bar and alfresco terrace.
We visit the regions, meet the producers and are committed to sourcing the best quality ingredients. At Piccolino, passion for provenance is at the forefront of our menu, which incorporates the best and freshest seasonal produce, Italian cheeses, meat and seafood, all delivering pure classic Italian flavours.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Christmas Eve Kitchen Tue 11:00 am–10:00 pm Kitchen Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Christmas Eve Bar Tue 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Boxing Day Kitchen Tue, Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Boxing Day Bar Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm New Year Eve Kitchen Tue 12:00 pm–11:00 pm New Year Eve Bar Tue 12:00 pm–12:30 am New Year Day Kitchen Wed 12:00 pm–9:00 pm New Year Day Bar Wed 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01244 312123
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Festive Dinner Menu

    Nov 22, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Festive Dinner £49 .95 Our festive set menu has three-courses of seasonal classic dishes with delightful Italian twists. And what’s the festive season without bubbles? Raise a glass (or three) of perfectly chilled prosecco, fresh beers or festive cocktails to toast the merry season. We’ll bring the glamour, you bring your appetite. Our menu is full of delicious surprises. Book now and indulge in the magic of Christmas
    Festive Dinner Menu Photo
  • Festive Lunch Menu

    Nov 22, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Festive Lunch £39.95 Our festive set lunch menu has three-courses of seasonal classic dishes with delightful Italian twists. And what’s the festive season without bubbles? Raise a glass (or three) of perfectly chilled prosecco, fresh beers or festive cocktails to toast the merry season. We’ll bring the glamour, you bring your appetite. Our menu is full of delicious surprises. Book now and indulge in the magic of Christmas
    Festive Lunch Menu Photo
  • Celebrate New Year's Eve!

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 26, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Celebrate New Year's Eve with Piccolino and your loved ones from our New Year's Eve a la carte menu. Please note, the £10 per person fee is a holding deposit to secure your reservation & will be redeemed from your final bill total on the day.
    Celebrate New Year's Eve! Photo

What 440 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Cheshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Cheshire

    Lively

  • Cheshire

    Most Booked

  • Chester

    Best Ambiance

  • Chester

    Great for brunch

  • Chester

    Good for business meals

  • Chester

    Good for groups

  • Chester

    Healthy

  • Chester

    Neighborhood gem

  • Chester

    Great for fine wines

  • Chester

    Good for special occasions

  • Chester

    Lively

  • Chester

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Piccolino in Chester is a vibrant destination for Italian cuisine, especially on race days. Guests consistently highlight the "excellent service" and "delicious food" with a cozy, lively atmosphere. While some dishes could improve, the overall experience is marked by attentive staff and a welcoming environment, making it a favorite for many.

440 Reviews
  1. Carol

    Mid Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early but our table was soon available and we were seated quickly

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  2. Alan

    Liverpool

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice Place, staff excellent, slightly disappointed with the food, bill with drinks was fine, will I go again ? Yes but need to study the menu more.
    Piccolino - ChesterResponded on December 18, 2024
    Hello Alan Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you found the staff excellent and enjoyed the overall experience. However, we’re sorry to learn that the food didn’t fully meet your expectations this time. We truly appreciate your constructive feedback and are glad to know you’re open to visiting us again. If you need any recommendations or guidance with the menu during your next visit, please don’t hesitate to ask we’d be happy to assist! We look forward to welcoming you back soon and ensuring your next experience is even better. best regards, Piccolino Team

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  3. timothy

    Manchester

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was definitely NOT value for money,Calzone seemed to be all crust with v little filling,also delivered to table flat as pancake. Pizza Amalfitana dry with few anchovies Other two pizzas ok Garlic bread and olives were good Wine ridiculously over priced Restaurant v loud and cramped
    Piccolino - ChesterResponded on December 1, 2024
    Hello Timothy, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re truly sorry to hear that your visit didn’t meet your expectations. Your feedback about the calzone, pizza, and wine pricing is invaluable, and we will review this with our kitchen and management teams to ensure improvements are made. We’re glad to know you enjoyed the garlic bread, olives, and some of the pizzas, but we apologize for the noise level and seating arrangements, which may have affected your comfort. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide a better experience in the future. If you’d like to discuss this further, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly. Piccolino Chester

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  4. Pamela

    London

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was lovely ; 2 of us had pasta, and one had gluten-free pizza and chocolate tart. Service was good, and lighting made for a lovely ambience. A glass of wine for £14.50 was a bit of a shock. Toilets are upstairs and quite a distance for one of the guests. Not sure if disabled downstairs but couldn't see it. Good night but quite expensive.
    Piccolino - ChesterResponded on November 28, 2024
    Hello Pamela, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent visit at Piccolino Chester , We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food, including the pasta, gluten-free pizza, and chocolate tart, as well as the lovely ambiance created by our lighting. We appreciate your comments about our pricing and facilities. We strive to offer a memorable experience and will take your feedback into account as we continue to improve. Regarding accessibility, we do have measures in place to assist guests with mobility needs, and we’d be happy to provide more details during your next visit also we have a disable toilet located in the ground floor . We’re so glad you had a good night overall, and we hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Piccolino Team

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  5. Owen Hefin

    Cheshire

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience at Piccolinos -Chester is always of the highest quality . The staff are always warm and welcoming and although it’s becoming incrementally more expensive-the food is always of the highest quality both in taste and presentation.
    Piccolino - ChesterResponded on November 28, 2024
    Ciao Owen , Thank you for your wonderful feedback and for your continued support us, We are thrilled to hear that you always have a high-quality experience with us and that our team’s warmth and hospitality leave a positive impression. We truly appreciate your kind words about our food’s taste and presentation. Your recognition motivates us to continue delivering exceptional experiences for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Piccolino Team

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  6. Gillian

    VIP

    Vancouver

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was lovely although having spent some time being clear I was vegetarian and gluten free, my meal was announced as pasta with chicken, to which I said, I don’t eat chicken and then the waitress said, sorry, pasta with salmon. I then reminded her I had ordered a vegetarian pasta and she said yes - it’s vegetarian. This made me very suspicious as to what I was eating and I sought the assurance of the head guy. To be fair, it was exactly what I ordered and was delicious but I could have done without the drama.
    Piccolino - ChesterResponded on November 12, 2024
    Dear Gillian, Thank you for your feedback and for dining with us. We’re glad you enjoyed your meal but apologize for the confusion around your order. It sounds like the server may have mistakenly referred to the dish as chicken pasta, which was an error in communication, not in preparation. Your meal was indeed vegetarian and gluten-free, marked with a bamboo purple stick for dietary assurance, and prepared exactly as requested. We take dietary needs very seriously, and I apologize for the mix-up that caused unnecessary worry. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we look forward to providing a seamless experience on your next visit. Warm regards, Fabio Derosas Manager team

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  7. John

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly but slow service. Food was good but appetizers are not shareable size. Salad sizes not consistant. 
    Piccolino - ChesterResponded on November 18, 2024
    Hello John, Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the food! We’re sorry to hear about the inconsistencies with the salad sizes and that the appetizers weren’t what you expected in terms of sharing portions. We’ll share your comments with our team to ensure a better experience in the future. We appreciate your patience and hope to welcome you back soon for an improved visit! Piccolino Chester Team

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  8. Karen

    North Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience as always. Food amazing and staff so friendly
    Piccolino - ChesterResponded on November 12, 2024
    Dear Karen Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had another wonderful experience with us and enjoyed both the food and our friendly team. It’s always a pleasure to serve you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for many more enjoyable visits! Warm regards, Fabio Derosas Manager Team

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  9. Tim

    VIP

    Cheshire

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor quality food overall no flavour Ambience is good but unfortunately the food lacks flavour and quality!

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  10. SIOBHAN

    London

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Greeting wasn’t as expected & although booked were told no current table & pointed towards large table bar area to wait. No drinks offered during wait . A table was then offered but in front of door which meant during meal coats on as door constantly open & close. Had to ask for drink service at table . Food was delicious but overall experience not as expected. Don’t feel at this point that we would return soon .
    Piccolino - ChesterResponded on November 28, 2024
    Ciao Siobhan, Thank you for your feedback. we truly sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. I apologize for the wait upon arrival, the lack of drink service, and the discomfort caused by the table placement. While I’m glad you enjoyed the food, I regret that the overall experience left you disappointed. Providing exceptional service is our priority, and it’s clear we fell short this time. We’d love the chance to make it up to you and provide the experience you deserve. Please feel free to reach out to discuss your visit further. Kind regards, Piccolino Team

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Piccolino - Chester is rated 4.3 stars by 440 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 52 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Piccolino - Chester

33 Pepper St, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester CH1 1EA

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Chester
  • Hours of operation
    Christmas Eve Kitchen Tue 11:00 am–10:00 pm Kitchen Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Christmas Eve Bar Tue 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Boxing Day Kitchen Tue, Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Boxing Day Bar Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm New Year Eve Kitchen Tue 12:00 pm–11:00 pm New Year Eve Bar Tue 12:00 pm–12:30 am New Year Day Kitchen Wed 12:00 pm–9:00 pm New Year Day Bar Wed 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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