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Chapters Restaurant, Hay-on-Wye

A Michelin Green Star restaurant in Hay-on-Wye, serving seasonal, locally sourced dishes in a warm, rustic-cum-vintage setting with a curated bottle shop.

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Tucked away on Lion Street in the bookish town of Hay-on-Wye, Chapters is a Michelin Green Star restaurant that turns seasonal, locally sourced produce into an intimate, rustic-cum-vintage dining experience. Run by Charmaine and Mark McHugo, it offers a changing set menu that celebrates the best of Welsh and British ingredients, served in a warm, unpretentious setting that feels special without being formal. The attached bottle shop lets guests take home carefully selected organic wines and local drinks.

A brief summary to Chapters Restaurant

  • Lion St, Hereford, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5AA, GB
  • +447855783799
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  • Duration: 2 to 4 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
  • Thursday 5 pm-11 pm
  • Friday 5 pm-11 pm
  • Saturday 12 pm-4 pm

Local tips

  • Book well in advance, especially for weekends and special occasions, as the restaurant is small and popular.
  • Inform the restaurant of any dietary requirements when booking, as the set menu can be adapted for most needs.
  • Visit the on-site bottle shop before or after your meal to take home organic wines and local drinks.
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A Rustic-Cum-Vintage Dining Room

Nestled in a stone-built former meeting room next to a chapel, Chapters exudes a quietly elegant, intimate atmosphere. Inside, parquet flooring, wood panelling, and vintage touches create a rustic-cum-vintage style that feels both timeless and welcoming. The space is small and cosy, designed to focus attention on the food and the company rather than grand decor. Candles flicker on tables, soft lighting enhances the warmth, and the hum of conversation adds to the convivial mood, making it ideal for a relaxed yet memorable meal.

Seasonal, Local, and Thoughtful Cooking

The heart of Chapters is its seasonally changing set menu, which highlights the best of what the surrounding area offers. Dishes are built around seasonal, locally sourced, and often home-grown produce, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and minimal food waste. The kitchen garden, located a short distance away, supplies many of the vegetables, herbs, fruits, and edible flowers used in the kitchen, grown using regenerative, no-dig, chemical-free methods. This deep connection to the land shapes a menu that evolves throughout the year, encouraging guests to return and experience something new with each visit.

A Wine-Lover’s Haven

Chapters is as much a destination for drinks as it is for food. The carefully curated selection includes organic and low-intervention wines, alongside local beers, ciders, and spirits. These are not only served by the glass or bottle in the restaurant but are also available to take home from the on-site bottle shop. Wine labels are clearly marked, including vegan options, making it easy for guests with specific preferences to choose with confidence. The staff’s knowledge and enthusiasm for the drinks list add to the overall sense of care and attention that defines the experience.

A Place for Celebrations and Quiet Moments

The restaurant’s intimate, unpretentious character makes it equally suited to celebratory occasions and quiet, meaningful meals. Whether it’s a wedding celebration, a special anniversary, or simply a treat during a visit to Hay-on-Wye, the atmosphere feels personal and considered. The team is known for being personable and welcoming, adapting the menu to most dietary needs when informed in advance. This combination of excellent food, thoughtful service, and a warm, rustic setting has earned Chapters a Michelin Green Star and a loyal following among those who value both flavour and sustainability.

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