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1539 offers the most unique backdrop in which to enjoy a drink and a delicious meal in comfortable surroundings whilst taking in the breath-taking vista of the oldest racecourse in the UK. Our menu offers twists on British classics alongside dishes inspired by flavours from across the globe.

OUR MENUS

  • LUNCH MENU
  • DINNER MENU
  • AFTERNOON TEA MENU

    Opening Hours:

    Monday – Thursday: 11.30am – 11.00pm
    Service: 12.00pm – 9.00pm

    Friday: 11.30am – 1.00am
    Service: 12.00pm – 9.00pm

    Saturday: 11.30am – 1.00am
    Service 11.30am – 9.30pm

    Sunday: 11.30am – 9.00pm
    Service: 11.30am – 7.00pm

    Bank Holidays: Closed

    NEWS & EVENTS

    Mother & Daughter Afternoon Tea

    Let the Weekend BeGIN

    Race Season Begins at 1539, Chester Racecourse

    Make More of Mondays

    Live Sessions at Restaurant 1539

    Gin Britannia at Restaurant 1539
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    “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.”
    Virginia Woolf

    Christmas

    Christmas is just around the corner, and we're planning a festive season to remember. Our set menu will be available throughout December, featuring elegant, refined dishes, from succulent butter, roasted Cheshire turkey, with winter berries bursting with colour and flavour, to rich, chocolatey desserts. Perfect for a mid-week treat after a day of Christmas shopping in Chester city centre, or a festive gathering with friends, family or colleagues.

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  • CHRISTMAS SET MENU (LUNCH)
  • CHRISTMAS SET MENU (DINNER)
  • CHRISTMAS DAY MENU

    BOOK A TABLE FOR THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD HERE

    FOR PARTIES OVER 8 PLEASE GET IN TOUCH HERE

    For booking terms and conditions during December please click here.

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    Race Days at 1539

    Flavour of the season

    AVAILABILITY

    Race days in Restaurant 1539 offer exclusivity, unsurpassed service and an experience like no other with uninterrupted, panoramic view’s the of the Roodee. See upcoming race dates here.

    To book your table please call our hospitality team on 01244 304 631.

  • SAMPLE RACE DAY MENU

    POST RACE DAY DINING

    The place to be when the final horse has passed the winning post. Join us for post-racing celebrations or commiserations – spaces are extremely limited so we advise early booking.

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    “HIS LIPS DRINK WATER BUT HIS HEART DRINKS WINE”
    EE CUMMINGS

    Bookings

    Booking Instructions

    1. Use the drop down menu's to select your party size (adults and children).

    For parties of more than six please call 01244 304 611 to reserve a table

    2. Now select a date using the calendar and select a time to eat.

    3. Click next.

    4. Enter your contact details in the boxes provided and click to Continue.

    5. Review your booking.

    BOOK ON THE PHONE

    If you would like to make your booking over the phone please call 01244 304 611. For parties of six or more please reserve a table over the phone.

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    Event Spaces

    For more information about our event spaces, please contact Andre and the team here

    “Ask not what you can do for your country ask what's for lunch.”
    Orson Welles

    Contact

    Our Address

    • Nuns Road, Chester CH1 2LY

    • 01244 304 611
    • info@restaurant1539.co.uk
    • restaurant1539.co.uk

    Parking available at the racecourse, pedestrian entrance off Nuns Road.

    Access to Restaurant 1539 for customers with special access requirements, is via a lift from the car park. Park in the 1539 car park and proceed through the tunnel under the restaurant, bearing left. The lift is located directly in front of you.

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