Eat, Drink, Refresh

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Whether you want a tasty snack, fast food, a special three course meal or a coffee on the go, we have a great choice of places for you to Eat, Drink and Refresh.

Everyone has different tastes so we offer a wide selection of freshly prepared meals and snacks throughout our unique range of food outlets.

Not only is much of our food locally sourced and prepared at the zoo each day, but we try to avoid food ingredients which could undermine our conservation work.

Due to the deforestation caused by palm oil plantations, all the ice cream and some of our chocolate are palm oil free. All of the fish we serve is accredited by the Marine Stewardship Council and our coffees and teas are Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance produce.

In addition to our food outlets detailed below, we have conveniently located kiosks (open seasonally) selling a range of hot and cold pastries, hot dogs, ice creams, sweets and hot and cold drinks (see map for locations).

Winter Opening

June's Pavilion and Cafe Bembe are open all year round, however during the winter months our smaller outlets may not be open.

If you would like to check before arrival please call Guest Services on 01244 371272 or email guest.services@chesterzoo.org

  • June's Pavilion

    Our brand new family food outlet near the Fun Ark offers a selection of delicious quality food at reasonable prices, including family meal deals.

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  • Café Bembe

    Open to the public and serving our ethically source Shuka Coffee, our new Café Bembe facility has something for everyone!

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  • Jaguar Coffee House

    A modern and relaxed coffee house which proudly serves our ethically sourced Shuka coffee

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  • Acorn Pub and BBQ

    Our traditional pub, relaxing beer garden and BBQ is part of our Victorian manor house

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  • The Oaks Coffee Cabin

    Situated near the lion and tiger enclosures, the Oaks Coffee Cabin is has a fantastic range of food and drink

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  • Hand Hygiene

    As a matter of good practice we always recommend washing your hands regularly.

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Today at Chester Zoo

Wed 08 FebWhat's On
  • We're open till 4pm. Last entry 1 hour before closing. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Cheetah cub Juba is recovering from an operation and is off show with his mum and brother. Find out more 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • The Giant Otters will be off show today for the finishing touches to their new exhibit. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM