Chez Jules Chester: A Guide to Menus, Prices and Booking a Table

Thinking of booking Chez Jules Chester but unsure which menu to choose or how much to budget? This independent French restaurant offers several ways to dine, from a daytime set menu to evenings combining dinner and a film.

Knowing which option applies to your visit makes planning easier. Here is a guide to its background, food, published prices and booking arrangements, with changing details clearly identified.

What is Chez Jules Chester?

Chez Jules is a French restaurant at 71 Northgate Street in Chester. Founder Jason Ellison opened it in 1997, and its approach draws inspiration from French bistros and Parisian cafés.

The building has a history of its own. According to the restaurant, it became Chester’s purpose-built fire station in 1911, later served as a law court in 1971 and became a restaurant in 1997. That gives the setting a local story alongside its French culinary identity.

Chez Jules describes its service as relaxed and its menus as seasonal. This is a planning guide based on published information, rather than a first-hand dining review.

Understanding the Chez Jules Chester menu

The restaurant’s menu page separates its offering into prix fixe, à la carte, Sunday, children’s and “Quik Fixe” menus. Choosing the right one matters because dishes, prices and serving times differ.

Prix fixe: useful for planning your budget

A prix fixe menu offers a set number of courses for a stated price. The official menu dated 26 October 2026 lists two courses at £20.95 and three at £25.95, served between noon and 6pm.

Examples on that menu include pumpkin and sage soup, steak frites, pan-fried seabass and crème brûlée. These show the style of cooking; they are not a guarantee of what will be available on your visit.

For two people ordering two courses each, that published price gives a food subtotal of £41.90 before drinks, extras or any applicable service charge. It is a straightforward starting point when comparing lunch options.

À la carte: choose dishes individually

The à la carte menu suits diners who would rather choose individual dishes than commit to a set number of courses.

On the official menu dated 26 October 2026, French onion soup is £7.95, beef bourguignon £21.95 and an 8oz ribeye £26.95. Other listed choices include escargot, pork belly and vegetable-based mains.

Check the accompaniments before adding sides. The menu specifies vegetables and gratin dauphinois with many mains, while dishes marked as exceptions have their own accompaniments.

Quik Fixe: another daytime option

The “Quik Fixe” menu lists baguettes, croque madame, quiche and salads, with service advertised from noon until 5pm. Published examples include a chicken baguette at £15.95 and spinach, courgette and Gruyère quiche at £13.95.

This is worth comparing with the prix fixe if you want one main dish. The name should not be taken as a promise of a particular service speed, especially if you have a train or performance to catch.

All prices above were checked on 1 November 2026. Confirm the latest menu before booking.

Cinema nights and Tuesday offers

Chez Jules offers more than a standard lunch or dinner reservation. Its Cinema Night format combines two courses, a glass of house wine and a film screening, usually on Wednesdays. The official film calendar also includes additional festive dates.

There is a pricing inconsistency worth checking: the homepage advertises £27.50 per person, while the event page for 11 November 2026 lists £29.50. Ask for the price attached to your chosen screening rather than assuming the general offer applies.

The homepage also advertises a Tuesday offer at £32.95 per person, including two courses from the offer menu and a bottle of house wine each. Check the current terms and ask about alternatives if you would prefer not to drink alcohol.

For Cinema Night, book the specific event and confirm arrival time. A normal restaurant reservation should not be assumed to include screening seats.

Location and opening hours

Chez Jules is at 71 Northgate Street, Chester, CH1 2HQ. Its official contact page highlights its proximity to Storyhouse, making it a possible option for a meal around a theatre or cinema visit.

The contact page publishes these opening hours:

These are the restaurant’s published hours, rather than a guarantee of last-order times.

Opening hours do not necessarily mean every menu is available throughout that period. The menus page lists prix fixe service Monday–Saturday until 6pm, while the homepage describes it as available every day. Confirm Sunday arrangements directly.

If eating before a show, give the team your required departure time when booking. Leave room for ordering, eating and paying rather than planning around walking time alone.

Dietary requirements and dining with children

The dated menus include vegetarian and vegan labels, alongside allergen information. Examples include a vegan roasted butternut squash salad and a courgette and onion fritter main.

For allergies, discuss your requirements directly with the restaurant before ordering. A menu symbol identifies listed ingredients but does not establish whether a dish can meet an individual guest’s needs.

There is also a dedicated children’s menu. The published version is for children aged 12 or under and lists three courses at £9.95, with choices including fish goujons, chicken and pasta. Confirm availability and the current price when reserving.

For access requirements, ask specifically about the entrance, table location and toilets. Confirm the arrangements for your booked event as well as the restaurant generally.

How to book a table

The restaurant has a booking page on its official website. You can also contact the team on 01244 400014 or email bonjour@chezjules.com.

Before reserving:

1. Choose your date, party size and preferred meal time.
2. Decide whether you want a regular table or a specific event.
3. Check the relevant menu, price and serving window.
4. Mention dietary requirements, children and access needs.
5. Confirm any deposit, cancellation terms or timing restrictions.

For a birthday or group meal, contacting the team directly lets you discuss seating and menu arrangements before guests make plans.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Chez Jules in Chester?

It is at 71 Northgate Street, Chester, CH1 2HQ, close to Storyhouse. Use the full address when planning your journey.

How much is the Chez Jules set menu?

The official prix fixe menu dated 26 October 2026 lists two courses for £20.95 and three for £25.95. Prices and dishes can change.

Does Chez Jules offer vegetarian and vegan food?

Yes, the checked menus include dishes labelled vegetarian and vegan. Check the menu for your date and discuss any additional dietary requirements with the team.

Does Chez Jules have a children’s menu?

Yes. Its published children’s menu is for ages 12 and under and lists three courses at £9.95, subject to confirmation when booking.

When is Cinema Night?

Cinema Nights are usually held on Wednesdays, with additional dates appearing in the festive calendar. Check your chosen screening’s date, arrival time and price before reserving.

Planning your visit

Chez Jules Chester combines French bistro cooking with several dining formats, so the best starting point is choosing the menu that fits your occasion. The prix fixe helps with budgeting, à la carte gives individual choice, and Cinema Night adds a screening to the evening.

Check the latest official menu, confirm any event-specific details and reserve a table that fits your plans.

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