Chester – Eating & Drinking – Pubs & Bars – Bars
My partner and I went to the Amber Lounge on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. The venue is a combined cocktail bar and restaurant, serving different functions at different times of day: during the afternoon, the place has restauranty feel about it, with plenty of tables but space for those who just want a drink; during the evening I imagine it takes on a sophisticated air serving cocktails to Chester’s glamourous drinkers.
To start, we shared the baked camembert (£8). This was served whole, in its case, with a large stack of thick toasted crusty bread, two chutneys and a few dressed salad leaves. Slathered on the bread with chutney, this was delicious, very filling, and more than enough for two.
For my main course, I had the chicken and button mushroom open lattice pie (£9.95). Mine wasn’t served as described — the filling was served on the plate with a puff pastry lid on top — but nonetheless, the pie was very tasty with a generous filling of mushrooms and chicken. The pie was served with delicious mustard mash and sliced carrots. I would have preferred the pie to have been as described, as I’m not a fan of puff pastry, but by no means was I disappointed with this dish.
My partner had the trio of local sausage (£8.50), which was served with mash and onion gravy. The sausages were obviously very good quality and there was a large helping of mash and gravy to accompany them.
Next time I’m in Chester, I’ll definitely consider another meal at the Amber Lounge. It comes greatly recommended.
Check out my review of Amber Lounge – I am david_1982 – on Qype
