The Chequers

  In comparison to other pubs offering food this is ok but not outstanding. The pub is nice inside, clean and the staff are lovely. Sadly for me the food let’s... read more them down I have eaten a couple of times so can’t put down to bad experience. If going to meet friends for a drink then warm and welcoming.

  A top quality Sunday lunch enjoyed by all of our hungry walking group. Delicious roast pork with plenty of crackling and veg, with our Vegan walkers equally impressed with their... read more specially prepared dishes. The deserts did not disappoint either, with the sticky toffee pudding and ice cream a particular highlight. Clean plates all round! Tina and the team we’re friendly, attentive and went out of their way to ensure we had a great lunch. I will most definitely return!

  We came for Saturday lunch based on the Tripadvisor reviews and were very disappointed. The spicy bean burger was remarkably the same as the Tesco's frozen spicy bean burgers.... read more It was served on a brioche 'style' bun which was poor quality and definitely not brioche,...More

  Had a table booked for 8 people.loverly meal from start to finish every thing perfect.Service was also first class.would thoroughly recommend Sunday lunch.10 out of 10

  We came here for a family get-together and a Sunday lunch for 11. Excellent food, atmosphere and service. Many thanks - especially to the landlady who looked after us. Will... read more no doubt be back as a couple / large gathering.

  We had a big family crowd that was dealt with efficiently and very friendly. I wouldn't say food was exceptional; fish and chips only average, other menu selections were better.... read more Still we all left the place happy and wouldn't mind coming back next time, on...More

  Pub website promotes Chef Centric Gastro Pub IT IS NOT !

Decor & Menu needs overhaul and food needs to be prepared by the Chef and be something to... read more be proud of ... frozen scampi and chips under cooked with frozen peas is not Gastro. (Noticed a picture on wall of article about chefs fav food being instant noodles... telling ? )

Wine quality not great and when serving wine it was opened and then just poured ... no offer to try or assess.

Real shame as nice friendly people and I hope they become passionate again for the values advertised.

  We live in the village and visit regularly. David’s food is exceptional, never had less than excellence. Good tight menu, high quality. They also have themed evenings including Chinese and... read more Thai. Tina is a very pleasant host and the bar staff are nice, especially Jasmine....More

  David excelles at fine dining taster menues, and last night he delivered again. The evening was excellent. We received a warm welcome from Tina with a glass of pink fizz.... read more The Pan Seared Scallops were outstanding. We then had the halibut fillet. I didn’t think...More

  I have been on a job close to orwell and the chequers is now "my local". However, it is unfortunately not your typical village pub. It puts itself out to... read more be a "gastro" pub and if that means overcharging for meagre portions then the chequers...More