The Duck & Dagger
Traditional Charm, Timeless Taste
Welcome to The Duck and Dagger
Since opening our doors in July, The Duck and Dagger has quickly become a local favourite – known for its character, carefully crafted drinks, and food that’s already earning rave reviews. Brought to you by the team behind The Coach House, we’re proud to bring the same award-winning service and welcoming atmosphere to a new setting that feels both fresh and familiar.
With the festive season upon us, make sure to visit our Xmas page for details on our seasonal menus, special events, and how to celebrate with us this year.
Our Drinks
Explore our carefully curated drinks menu, featuring handcrafted cocktails, a refined selection of wines, and a range of quality beers to suit every taste.
Delicious Eats
Experience the culinary magic of Chef Matt Scard-Jones with his British-inspired menu, celebrating seasonal ingredients and classic flavours with a modern twist
Open Daily
Every Day – 12pm – 11pm
KITCHEN HOURS
Mon – Sat – 12pm – 9pm
Sun – 12am – 7pm
New Bar & Restaurant In Chester
The Steam Mill is a remarkable Grade II listed building dating back to the Georgian era, when it was first constructed in 1786 as one of Britain’s earliest steam-powered, canal‑side flour mills – a pioneering venture equipped with a Boulton & Watt rotative engine. In 1819, Frost & Sons acquired the site, rebuilding the iconic structure we see today alongside the Shropshire Union Canal and upgrading its steam engine in 1827. Beyond its industrial legacy, the mill later served as a seed warehouse under Miln’s Seeds, with innovative pneumatic seed systems, before lying dormant until its conversion into offices and the charming canal‑side bar space now home to The Duck & Dagger. Featuring sturdy brick walls, cast‑iron columns, a dramatic central atrium tower, and its evocative “Steam Mill” frontage, the building is a beloved landmark that weaves together Chester’s industrial heritage and the revival of canal‑side life. Our venue invites you to savour not just the present, but a glass raised to centuries of steam‑powered ingenuity.
