The Deva Tap, Chester

Visited last Friday lunchtime. The place was dead but it is a bit out of the centre being nearer the train station. There are five hand pulls at the bar, one of which was off when I visited. In addition there are 11 keg options and three ciders listed on the board. I had the Devil's Bed Post by Blackjack at £2 for a half. It was pulled through before being served, which was good to observe. Inside there is a stone floor, grey paintwork, nice chilled out music playing, and it felt relaxed despite me being the only customer in. Food is served - burgers, pizza, chicken, sandwiches etc. The chef was singing loudly in the background to different music, which I found amusing.

I didn’t notice any ‘Deva beers’ to be honest, they certainly weren’t on any of the handpumps. Anyway, as modern style beer bars go, this is a nice one. Friendly and unpretentious though the food looks expensive for ‘bar bites’. Outdoor seating very pleasant on a sunny April afternoon.

Beers now from Deva Brewery, which presumably goes with the change of name. Building and bar as previously described. Fairly quiet on a Wednesday race day evening. No longer does a CAMRA discount. They explained that they didn't want to load the prices to make it viable. Which suggests it wasn't a discount anyway but at least they are honest about it. I had a 4% Deva beer for £3.10.