5 Restaurants in Chichester

Where to find the best Chichester restaurants Chichester is a beautiful tourist destination in West Sussex on the South coast. Its history dates back to Roman times and it became particularly prominent in Anglo-Saxon times. The city boasts a 12th-century cathedral amongst its attractions, some of Britain's oldest buildings and churches and a cultural hub that includes museums, theatres and art galleries. Many visitors to the area also travel to the nearby South Downs and Harbour. As a busy tourist spot, you will also find some excellent restaurants in Chichester, with all tastes and budgets catered for.

Fine dining in historic streets The city has a wonderful old centre with plenty to offer. Chichester restaurants and bars mingle alongside big name retail stores and independent boutiques and visitors can meander down cobbled streets and admire floral hanging baskets and ancient buildings. You'll be impressed at the dining options on offer, with everything from chic cafes and chain restaurants through to award-winning and even Michelin-star restaurants in and around the city centre. The restaurants in Chichester are very popular with visitors who come to the city for shopping, theatre, museums and the great outdoors and there is a lovely sociable buzz to enjoy when you dine.

Fine dining in historic streets The city has a wonderful old centre with plenty to offer. Chichester restaurants and bars mingle alongside big name retail stores and independent boutiques and visitors can meander down cobbled streets and admire floral hanging baskets and ancient buildings. You'll be impressed at the dining options on offer, with everything from chic cafes and chain restaurants through to award-winning and even Michelin-star restaurants in and around the city centre. The restaurants in Chichester are very popular with visitors who come to the city for shopping, theatre, museums and the great outdoors and there is a lovely sociable buzz to enjoy when you dine.

Chichester restaurants cater for everyone! Do you love exotic South-Asian food? You'll find plenty to choose from, with talented chefs and exciting dining experiences to enjoy. Looking for a romantic dining option for two? Seek out the Italian and French restaurants which offer lavish tasting menus and quiet corners where you can enjoy privacy and fantastic wine lists to accompany your food! Dining on a beautiful day? Head outside to a roof garden or terrace to enjoy your food in the sunshine as you watch the world go by.

Chichester restaurants cater for everyone! Do you love exotic South-Asian food? You'll find plenty to choose from, with talented chefs and exciting dining experiences to enjoy. Looking for a romantic dining option for two? Seek out the Italian and French restaurants which offer lavish tasting menus and quiet corners where you can enjoy privacy and fantastic wine lists to accompany your food! Dining on a beautiful day? Head outside to a roof garden or terrace to enjoy your food in the sunshine as you watch the world go by.

Book ahead when it's busy! Chichester restaurants get particularly busy during its four-week music and arts festival which is held every year in June and July. Summer also sees plenty of touring productions from the Festival Theatre which brings the crowds to the city. Other particularly busy times include October when the Sloe Fair is held - an event dating back to the 1100's - and the international film festival held over a fortnight in August and September. Bars and restaurants in Chichester can get very busy at these times and it's well worth booking ahead to avoid the queues. Remember that you can book with Quandoo up to two hours in advance, making your dining experience as relaxing as possible!

Book ahead when it's busy! Chichester restaurants get particularly busy during its four-week music and arts festival which is held every year in June and July. Summer also sees plenty of touring productions from the Festival Theatre which brings the crowds to the city. Other particularly busy times include October when the Sloe Fair is held - an event dating back to the 1100's - and the international film festival held over a fortnight in August and September. Bars and restaurants in Chichester can get very busy at these times and it's well worth booking ahead to avoid the queues. Remember that you can book with Quandoo up to two hours in advance, making your dining experience as relaxing as possible!

Where to find Chichester's best restaurants Good places to find restaurants in Chichester's centre include the Square, North Street, Lavant Road and Guildhall Street. Many of the small and independent restaurants are tucked away in ancient side streets and located in historic buildings. Don't worry though, you can hunt down the best Chichester restaurants on Quandoo by reading our community reviews for the inside scoop!

Where to find Chichester's best restaurants Good places to find restaurants in Chichester's centre include the Square, North Street, Lavant Road and Guildhall Street. Many of the small and independent restaurants are tucked away in ancient side streets and located in historic buildings. Don't worry though, you can hunt down the best Chichester restaurants on Quandoo by reading our community reviews for the inside scoop!

Finding great daytime deals You'll find some great lunchtime deals on offer at some of the most exclusive and high-end restaurants in Chichester and these can be a great way to dine at an award-winning venue without paying the price of an evening a la carte. Look out too for afternoon high tea offers which are quite widely found at some of the hotels in particular. You'll be treated to a tier of freshly-based cakes and scones served with triangle sandwiches and a fresh pot of tea or a glass of prosecco! Coffee and cake offers in the local cafes are very popular too and ideal for a pick-me-up on the go.

Finding great daytime deals You'll find some great lunchtime deals on offer at some of the most exclusive and high-end restaurants in Chichester and these can be a great way to dine at an award-winning venue without paying the price of an evening a la carte. Look out too for afternoon high tea offers which are quite widely found at some of the hotels in particular. You'll be treated to a tier of freshly-based cakes and scones served with triangle sandwiches and a fresh pot of tea or a glass of prosecco! Coffee and cake offers in the local cafes are very popular too and ideal for a pick-me-up on the go.

Dining and entertainment in the evenings Chichester's restaurants really come to life in the evening and provide a wonderful entertainment scene that attracts a slightly older crowd. You'll mingle with culture-vultures, theatre-goers and wine bar hoppers in a beautiful environment with plenty of people-watching opportunities. Some of the restaurants in Chichesterare particularly good at putting on music and entertainment for the evening crowds, and these are excellent for groups, birthdays and other special occasions. Look for sparklers fizzing in birthday cakes and singing waiters! The smaller venues are often more popular with couples and groups wanting a quieter dining experience with the emphasis on fine dining. You'll enjoy gorgeous interiors, soft lighting and exceptional service.

Dining and entertainment in the evenings Chichester's restaurants really come to life in the evening and provide a wonderful entertainment scene that attracts a slightly older crowd. You'll mingle with culture-vultures, theatre-goers and wine bar hoppers in a beautiful environment with plenty of people-watching opportunities. Some of the restaurants in Chichesterare particularly good at putting on music and entertainment for the evening crowds, and these are excellent for groups, birthdays and other special occasions. Look for sparklers fizzing in birthday cakes and singing waiters! The smaller venues are often more popular with couples and groups wanting a quieter dining experience with the emphasis on fine dining. You'll enjoy gorgeous interiors, soft lighting and exceptional service.

Great food... with a pint! Don't forget to visit some of the local gastropubs as well, which welcome family groups and serve excellent, hearty food. You'll find everything from a classic fish and chip supper to the famous Chichester lobster. Some of the gastropubs are particularly popular with walkers and will welcome dogs too. So what are you waiting for? Discover Chichester's fine restaurants for yourself and leave a review for your fellow Quandoo diners!