Chequers Inn

Chequers Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Tania

   Dorset2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great customer service , great good , very clean . Definitely will be returning .
   

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   Anne

   Dorset1 review

   4.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Spacious eating areas, nicely furnished. Calm and efficient serving at the carvery. Good food thank you. Faulty booking system? As I booked online and then was contacted to change my time for the meal. The system could ask if you’re bringing a dog - my daughter brought hers and as a result we had to sit outside - not a problem as weather was warm , but it could have been.
   

   Chequers InnResponded 7 days ago

   Dear Anne, Thank you for your kind words about our spacious eating areas and efficient carvery service. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the food. We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the booking system and appreciate your feedback regarding the dog-friendly seating. We'll certainly look into improving this aspect. We hope to welcome you and your daughter again soon. Best regards, Ryan & The Chequers Inn Team
   

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   Julie

   Dorset1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely evening meal at the newly refurbished Chequers Inn. Service brilliant, didn’t have to wait long for food which was piping hot. Friendly staff and good atmosphere, will definitely be back.
   

   Chequers InnResponded 7 days ago

   Dear Julie, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your evening meal and appreciated the service and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Ryan & The Chequers Inn Team
   

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   Gerald

   Dorset1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was very good unfortunately the larger was flat probably due to glasses or end of barrel
   

   Chequers InnResponded 7 days ago

   Dear Gerald, Thank you for your kind words about our food. We apologise for the issue with the lager and will ensure it’s addressed. We hope to welcome you back soon. Best regards, Ryan & The Chequers Inn Team
   

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   Mandy

   Dorset1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely venue, pleasant staff and very nice, good value food.
   

   Chequers InnResponded 7 days ago

   Dear Mandy, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the venue, our staff, and the food. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Ryan & The Chequers Inn Team
   

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   Emma

   Dorset1 review

   1.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   When we arrived, we were ignored by staff and left waiting almost 5 minutes before being shown to our table. Zara tried her best to welcome us but another member of staff was using the booking system so she was unable to use it to know which table we had been allocated. The carvery was ok. Meat portions were small and I received the end bits of the joint and was told it was because that was the last of the gammon (only 2 of the advertised meats were on offer). There was a whole gammon next to the chef but he said he couldn’t use it as he had another 100 people booked in. I was a paying customer and felt my dinner was being rationed for other customers. I believe there was an issue with kitchen staff but the young lad running the carvery was doing his best. We weren’t checked on during our meal nor asked if we would like more drinks. The manager who I believe was called Nicky was persistently rude to member of staff and reprimanded them in front of customers. I had been told to pay at the bar but she thought I was trying to leave without paying. She was just rude our entire stay and has completely put me off from coming again. Zara and Danny were doing a wonderful job and I’m not sure I’d have stayed working there if I’d have been spoken to the way Nicky spoke to them.
   

   Chequers InnResponded on May 14, 2025

   Dear Emma, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I am truly sorry to hear about your experience. It is disappointing to learn that you felt ignored upon arrival and that the carvery did not meet your expectations. Your comments regarding the portion sizes and the service you received are concerning and will be addressed with our team. I apologise for any discomfort caused by the behaviour of our staff. This is not the standard we strive for, and your feedback will be used to improve our service. I am glad to hear that Zara and Danny made a positive impression despite the circumstances. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention. Kind regards, Ryan Andress Landlord The Chequers Inn
   

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   Jane

   Dorset1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Booked on suggestion of family member after unable to book a table at our usual restaurant and l must say the four of us thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. The menu selection on offer catered for us all and the food was delicious. Our choices selected from the menu: Wild mushroom bourguignon pie with skin- on chips is to die for. Trulli pasta with mozzarella, pesto, and baby spinach very tasty. Beer-battered fish and chips, the fish was delicious Gammon with free range eggs and skin-on chips. The quality of food was excellent, all served hot and couldn't ask for better tasting food. Delighted to have found this gem of a pub/restaurant and will definitely be spreading the word and can't wait to return.
   

   Chequers InnResponded on May 6, 2025

   Dear Jane, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family thoroughly enjoyed your lunch with us. It's wonderful to know that our menu catered to everyone's tastes and that you found the food delicious. We appreciate your kind words about the Wild mushroom bourguignon pie, Trulli pasta, beer-battered fish and chips, and gammon with free range eggs. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Ryan & The Chequers Inn Team
   

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   Robin

   Dorset2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Carvery was amazing. Highly recommend. Great setting.
   

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   Chequers InnResponded on May 6, 2025

   Dear Robin, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our carvery and the setting. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Best regards, Ryan & The Chequers Inn Team
   

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   Amy

   Dorset1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was good and the service was excellent. It was my mums birthday and they went above and beyond to make it special for her. Lovely evening.
   

   Chequers InnResponded on May 6, 2025

   Dear Amy, Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your mum had a special birthday celebration with us. Your kind words about our food and service mean a lot to the team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Ryan & The Chequers Inn Team
   

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    David

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The food was lovely the service was great and the pub has a great feel about it
    

    Chequers InnResponded on April 29, 2025

    Dear David, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Ryan & The Chequers Inn Team
    

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