The Chequers Inn in Aylesbury Vale

Wow! I thought serious food at lunch like this had pretty much died out! Stepped through the door for a pint of Greene King IPA with a friend and decided to stay for lunch. Interior is clean and simple with an extensive well-lit dining room but I preferred to take a table in the bar. On Thursday lunchtime, it's unlikely to be packed but even so a couple of tables of appreciative regulars were in place. The service is impeccable, helpful and knowledgeable. Rarely use the term 'gastro pub' but if that's a place that turns out great food and can keep beer well, then, this is it. I did linger over the wine list but was driving so couldn't be tempted to even a decent fino sherry to start or a glass of the excellent Hungarian dry tokai or a bottle from the impressive list on clarets. The evident quality of the produce and the fact that local suppliers for beef, game and poultry inter alia, get star billing is a major tick of approval in my book. Enough of me blathering. After an amuse-bouche of pumpkin soup topped with a spiced oil which really hit the spot, my starter of confit pork belly - caramelised underneath with a layer of crispy crackling on top - with herbs, microgreens, apple and vibrant dashi stock was one of the best starters I've had in a very long time. My guest's spiced chicken was similarly impressive and kept this curry fanatic very happy with it's nod to the enduringly popular chicken tikka masala. Sadly, it was a quick lunch or we would have tried the prawn cocktail in savoury cornet and the venison dish from the snacks list as well. I have to admit lasagna rarely sets my pulse rating on a menu. I'm pleased that the unusual combination of pine nuts, aubergine and sage 'reeled me' in but was still not prepared for the rich, highly flavoured stack with which I was presented. A momentary doubt that it might be a bit dry was immediately corrected by the addition, at table, of a fabulous cheese sauce closely followed by another which resembled more a pesto than a sauce. These together with deep fried sage leaves completed what amounted to a substantial dish. The control of ingredients and exact techniques of this kitchen were also on show with lamb main course chosen by my guest. Can't say much more because my concentration was taken up with my lasagna! Would have loved to have tried either the cheeses or one of the magnificent puddings on offer but time did not allow. I ear-wigged from a conversation with the manager on another table that the kitchen here has five chefs at lunch on a week day; seven in the evening! That's an investment in quality and technique that one is rarely confronted by nowadays when you call in a for a casual lunch. Great food, great pub setting, wonderful service. The two or three course lunch menu also represents great value in these uncertain times. I shall be back!

Another fabulous meal at The Chequers Weston Turville we were celebrating our birthday and had requested Chateaubriand and as always the standard of our meal was exceptional, all credit goes to head chef Jamie and his team. The staff were excellent very welcoming and helpful. Looking forward to our next meal there.

Fantastic customer service. Highly recommend.

Fantastic restaurant with wonderful staff and overall customer service. Highly recommended for food, drinks and a very enjoyable experience.

We had the tasting menu, had a superb meal, impeccable service from very knowledgeable staff and great value for money.

This is by far the best restaurant in the whole county if not the UK. It’s tucked away in the village and is so unassuming from the outside. But once you step inside you are in the home of amazing food. The Chequers is a place for foodies and customers that want a culinary experience. I have enjoyed the friendly staff and the excellent food for many years when I lived locally. I now live in Canada but on every visit to the UK this one of my must places to dine in. If you’re reading this and is deciding if to book. Don’t hesitate to join Ranka and her professional team for a meal that you will relish. Book and enjoy eating at The Chequers.

Amazing Friday launch. Nice new menu, good balance of vegetables and fish for you if aren't a meat person. We really loved the wine and the prosecco we started our meal was great. We finished with desserts that were amazing and have something very refreshing like a sorbet, not sure what was the name of it in the menu)) The team is friendly and knowledgable, any single question about the ingredients for a dish story were covered immediately. Space and around: cozy zones in the restaurants, each of them a bit separated from another -so during the launch you will find enough space and neighboring tables won't bother you. Nice parking area. The outside space if the weather is good is also available.

Lovely food, lovely staff. One of my favourite places to go for a relaxed dinner.

Had the ploughmans sharing platter, amazing. Pork pie, ham, cheese, sausage roll, bread, salad and the most amazing home made pickles. £22 for this outstanding dish is unbelievable value for money.

The Chequers is in the heart of a very attractive village. The prices are high end but, we felt, worth it for the standard of food and service. We chose from the set lunch menu but they were happy to adapt it for my dietary needs (I am diabetic and allergic to shell fish) We had Fillet of cod with charred cucumber oil, cauliflower, scallop butter sauce. I was a bit worried about the scallop sauce but they said no worries, they would leave out the scallop for me. It was still delicious. My partner had the scallop sauce and pronounced it very good. I was concerned about the desserts as they all seemed to be full of sugar and carbohydrate (not ideal for a diabetic) However I asked if I could have plain ice cream which they brought with a topping of fresh strawberries and other berries. My partner chose Strawberry and custard ‘trifle’, long pepper meringue, strawberry ripple ice cream. It looked (and tasted, he said) wonderful. For anyone wanting somewhere special to go for lunch or dinner, and prepared to pay higher price than most pub-restaurants, I can certainly reccommend the Chequers

We had yet another amazing experience at The Chequers, to celebrate a special birthday. The staff are very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The food was beautiful, and the atmosphere lovely. Thank you Ranka and staff for a lovely evening.

After a tough few months, we treated ourselves to a birthday celebration dinner here - and it did not disappoint. The food was beautiful, and I had more than one choice despite being gluten and dairy intolerant. The front of house were so friendly and clearly had a passion for what they do. All in all, a super night out.

Such a lovely restaurant. Greeted with the warmest smiles. Our special occasion marked with a card and a chocolate box. Menu is innovative and food just delicious. White tablecloths and tables well set apart mean dining is truly ‘fine’. Highly recommended.

Can never go wrong, when you book to go to the Chequers inn you know your in for a good night.

Fantastic food and service, a hidden gem! I’m amazed we’d never heard of this place before. The quality, presentation and flavours od the food was incredible. Genuinely enthusiastic chef presents the food and talks you through it. The Spanish and Italian waiting staff were great, on hand but not intrusive. We will be going again!

A delightful, intimate restaurant where attentive service meets fine dining. On a second visit for my birthday, we had a delightful lunch, with interesting and delicious food throughout. Excellent in every way.

We’ve been here several times now, each time being equally brilliant. We had a fantastic meal earlier this week with the Beef Short Rib being a particular highlight. The staff are excellent, the food sublime and the setting in the heart of ‘old’ Weston Turville lovely.

Friendly service. Good selection of bar drinks.

THE BEST Sunday lunch anywhere.

Online menu deceptive. Portion sizes are minute. No vegetables with set menu - have to buy them separately. Waiter forgot to order vegetables. We were presented with just a tiny piece of fish with nothing else. Still felt hungry as we left the restaurant. Do not waste money at this place. Appalling!

Great options for all. Vegan options are fantastic!

Refined, original dining served in a lovely environment by professional, helpful and friendly staff. Fine dining at its best

40th birthday treat for my daughter - she's a foodie and enthusiastic cook and she loved the tasting menu here. Small restaurant, very attentive and friendly waiting staff, excellent food.

Absolutely love this place and so does my whole family so we made it our special place to eat out together.

We visited The Chequers Inn for my birthday and enjoyed the experience immensely. The menu was excellent, with a good range of dishes - simple food in reality but excellently delivered at a reasonable price. We had the salmon and the pea soup starters which were wonderful, the roast beef main which was superb (the beef melted in your mouth) although it could have done with a little more vegetable, and the chocolate mousse and Madeline, along with an aperol granita pre-dessert and bread. Probably the only criticism of the food wasn't that there wasnt more because it was so nice! The staff were lovely and friendly, and provided me with a card and small selection of chocolates as I had mentioned it was my birthday when booking - a lovely, thoughtful touch. Definitely worth visiting

Came here for years. Glad to see the food and staff are still too notch. Great service and superb food.

Went for dinner as a group of four, all having the tasting menu. The food was exceptional, and the chef was able to adjust for a "No Fish" person, changing dishes to fantastic alternatives without any pre-warning. Service is always important at tasting menus and the wait staff were knowledgeable, friendly and enhanced the experience. Whilst we didn't opt for the wine flight, i must recommend trying the Hungarian white wine on the menu. Seemingly exclusive to them as the owner purchased a large amount of this wine direct. Price wise, I would put this on-par for the experience. Expect to spend £100/person for the tasting menu, and I feel this is completely validated by the experience. Would recommend and would return.

Had the lunchtime set menu, the food was fantastic as was the service. I thoroughly recommend The Chequers Inn.

Our favourite place to eat. We are never disappointed- we love the food and the team. Amazing place that we are very lucky to have on our doorstep. The only place we’d go for a special occasion or a Sunday lunch, any excuse really!! We love Chequers!!

Excellent New Years Eve dinner.

We had a fantastic evening on new year's eve, the staff were awesome and the food was out of this world!thank you

Clean , good food and well mannered staff .

This place is a real gem - the food is absolutely incredible, and the front-of-house team are fantastic. We’ve been twice now, and we intend to return as often as possible.

Once again, another absolutely fantastic meal out. The food was wonderful and I do highly recommend the Tasting Menu (an A La Carte menu is also available) or on this occasion, something from the Sunday Lunch menu. We usually have wine, which is always carefully picked and is decently priced. The staff are brilliant and helpful. I could and would recommend this place to anyone for a romantic evening, or a nice night out.

Delicious and beautifully presented.

Fabulous birthday lunch for 30. Beautifully cooked and served by amazing staff.

We had Sunday lunch at this restaurant with friends . Two chose the chowder, it was unusual and really exciting . Two chose the mackerel pate … that went down well . For mains three chose the fillet roast and one the lamb fillet …. Excellent ( too many roast potatoes for some ) …. To finish three chose the tart tatin and one the choc caramel tart. The tart tatin was most unusual but never less tasty . Service was efficient and friendly. A bottle of Bechereau Pomerol helped the lunch go in a flash. Well done the kitchen and the team

We had dinner here during our short visit to Aylesbury - mainly prompted by the great reviews - and it certainly didn't disappoint in any way. As others have said, the team have the balance just right in terms of a genuinely warm welcome, background music that was eclectic and discreet enough to mask other guests' conversations, great food served attractively at a table dressed in crisp white linen - in fact the whole restaurant was a tasteful blend of new and old. We had good advice about the dishes ad serving sizes and accompaniments (we had eaten a large lunch so didn't want to over order!). Each dish was delicious. The scallops (small plate) served as my main course and it was amazing - as was the cheese and chive mash that accompanied it. I would definitely return if we are ever in the area.

My husband and I had an amazing dinner at this place. For starter we had a delicious english muffin loaf, pork and apple butter and baby pork ribs, BBQ glaze, peanut and cackling crumb!!! Main course we had a medium rare hereford fillet of beef, roasted shallot puree, pommes Anna, bordelaise sauce- with cheese and chive mash and sautée cabbage and onions. All cooked to perfection!!!! The The pick me up Tiramisu with foxdent dark rum was to die for!!!! Amazing food experience. The ambience, the service and the music selection on the background was all perfect! Mr Lani and his team looked after us so well. Passionate, well organised and talented staff, delivering top quality Michelin style food!!! We will be back for sure!!!!

A perfect venue for an excellent Sunday Lunch,roast beef cooked to perfection,and good starters and puds.Tables well spaced,immaculate service

Perfect pub atmosphere- friendly staff- sublime food- can’t wait to come back for those snails and cod! Chapeau! We will be back soon !

Wonderful tasting menu and wine pairing. The food was excellent, the menu was everything you would expect from a restaurant of this quality, definitely one to come back to for a treat.

Most restaurants around here are average not bad but not memorable. The Chequers is different as we had a most excellent lunch here. Each course was a taste sensation and that is no exaggeration. The price of a three course meal was less than £30. Mind you their excellent wine list will top this up a bit but what a great experience. To cap it all the owners and staff are so attentive and friendly. We will certainly go again. Thanks to everyone.

The best place to dine in the area without a doubt. The food and service is always first class

We had the set lunch menu, which was unbelievable value for money. The quality of food and service is tip top. Such a great place. Delightful!

Fabulous 80th birthday celebration on Sunday 8 October with family and friends for 18 guests. The 5 course taster menu especially selected for us by head chef Jamie was outstanding and thoroughly enjoyed by all. The hosts Dritan and Ranka could not have been more helpful and the service was excellent throughout. It was a beautiful sunny day and we were able to take advantage of the stunning courtyard afterwards.

The Chequers is totally on point. A relaxing luncheon, enjoying beautifully prepared dishes and wine. Always a warm welcome from the Hosts. Service good too. Thank you!

Collected an item that i purchased, collected from the kitchen area, I have worked in kitchens up and down the country and this was the cleanest kitchen I have ever been in, I didn’t have the pleasure of eating here but judging by the standard of the kitchen I can imagine that it would be fantastic! Manager was very friendly and helpful, beautiful pub in beautiful surroundings,

Five stars from me, yet none from Michelin! A truly hidden gem, waiting to be properly recognised. Passionate, well organised and talented staff, create top quality, Michelin style food, at thus far, affordable prices. It's been this way at the Checqures Inn for years. We go back as often as we can, when ever we fancy this style of exquisite food. Our visit last night, truly impressed. It's always been excelent but some how, they seem to have cranked it up another notch! Fantastic food, superbly presented and served by the most endearing, capable team. Long may it continue, a well deserved pat on the back to all involved. Thanks for providing a genuine treasure.👍 (From the over weight table, singing 'Machiato, lovely Machiato!'.

Have had the pleasure of dining here on a number of occasions. The atmosphere is pleasant and the serving team are warm, good natured and helpful. What really sets the Chequers Inn apart though is the quality of the food - it truly is exceptional.

This is what we would call a treat restaurant. The bill for 4 was +£200. Great food. Really great food. Lovely service. Lovely 'pub'. Worth a visit if you want a treat night.

What a glorious spot - fantastic food and exceptional service. We had a delightful lunch and highly recommend having light plates but 2 each if you fancy a good but not to heavy lunch. Lobster lasagne was delicious and so was the beetroot and feta tart and the duck and pigeon sausage roll. The pineapple and rum ‘pina colada’ granita was an excellent recommendation by the lovely waitress Holly and we were treated like royalty. Thank you again for having us

Yummy food, nice environment, friendly service.

I’ve been fortunate enough to eat at this establishment a number of times over the years. I’ve not quite been able to put my finger on what makes it special apart from the obvious, delicious food and consistency of an excellent quality unrivalled in the local area, indeed you’d have to travel some distance to enjoy comparable food. It really is excellent. So what do I think really sets this place apart? It’s the people, the team. Clichéd sentiment perhaps. But I don’t say it lightly. It’s worth booking a table at different times and days. Subtle differences to be enjoyed. I know this review may sound over the top but as a keen cook and lover of fine food I can’t help but gush at the achievement Dritan and Ranka have created in The Cheques Inn.

Fantastic evening out in a very delightful place. Dritan and Ranka are so welcoming. We had a beautiful meal and lovely wine. Aria was our waitress and she was amazing and knowledgeable about the food and wine. We had chicken tikka starter and lobster lasagne, followed by the sea trout and the cod. We finished the evening outside drinking the remainder of our wine. It may well be pricey, but it is well worth every penny. Keep going Dritan and Ranka.

Despite high expectations , very good service and a lovely environment this gastro pub is trying too hard . In our experiences terms it ranks as a blob and smear restaurant with elaborate descriptions of the food not borns out by the reality on the plate . A shepherds pie starter was two mouthfuls served on a high plate , belly of pork was two pieces ( well cooked and well flavoured ) with little meaningful accompaniment , a treacle tart was delicious but minuscule for such a cheap dish . It all added up to an experience that left wanting .Prices also are at the high end especially wine like a modest NZ sauvignon at £53 . There is better elsewhere .

Terrible service, and short changed. Buyer beware!

Well this was a lovely meal , the attention to detail was excellent. The service was well paced and attentive and the offer of explaining dishes was appreciated. We went for the Alacarte menu - the complimentary Amuse Bouche was delightful and unexpected ! We...

Visited for the first time today. The food was amazing!!! The service and atmosphere was wonderful. Th e hake was easily the best I have EVER had!!! Absolutely loved the whole experience and will definitely be back!

We came here for the tasting menu to celebrate our 1yr wedding anniversary. They made our evening feel so special and we were treated to some truffles and a card congratulating us on the table. The staff were wonderful and explained each course to us...

We had a lovely evening here. We had the tasting menu with wine pairings which was delicious. The restaurant is cosy and comfortable, the staff are friendly and efficient. Would definitely recommend the Chequers for a special evening out

We have been regular diners at The Chequers, always enjoying the excellent food with some inventive twists from the clearly talented chefs, served by some delightful front of house staff. The overall experience is wonderful and good value, given the quality of the dishes and...

We had a wonderful lunch, beautiful flavours, perfectly cooked. Will definitely be back. Thank you 😊

Amazing food and service - definitely one of the best meals we’ve ever had, loved it and will definitely return. Every course was delicious

Stunning tasting menu! Visited for Hubbys birthday and it was the most amazing meal ever. Every bit of the service was impeccable m, friendly and down to earth. We didn’t want to see the menu beforehand and instead asked after each dish of a summary...

This was our third visit in three months and it still doesn’t disappoint. We had the tasting menu last night. My partner is allergic to fish so had vegetarian dishes instead of the fish dishes. She let me taste them and they were all delicious....

Attended the Austro-Hungarian wine and food tasting evening, and this was the best one Dritan & Ranka have staged. Ferenc, the wine expert, was brilliant, and the choices of wine on offer were superb. Reds and Whites really suited the food prepared by Jamie- and...

Austrian Hungarian wine night I just wanted to thank Rankerand Dritan for a wonderful evening, food and wine very good and also I would like to thank the other host which told us all about where the wines came from . Chefs were excellent a...

Another incredible lunch. Ranka, Dritan, Jamie and their Team are amazing. The food is consistently outstanding. The Team are amazing with our children, always welcoming and ensure our children are well fed. The fish dishes are so tasty, the best in this area and beyond....

Went for the tasting menu and the food was well presented and very tasty. Waiter was very knowledgeable about all the food we was eating. Good atmosphere in the place. For me it was a bit overpriced

First visit for lunch. Quite quiet on a lovely sunny day. Great food and friendly, efficient service. The food...amuse bouche, very tasty ...mains, and dessert were all excellent. Nice little touches and attention to detail. Highly recommend.

What a hidden gem ! Absolutely fantastic food; imaginative combinations, wonderful flavours and textures - all lovingly prepared and served with an extensive wine list and well kept ales. Superb staff were welcoming, professional, knowledgeable and helpful. All this in a carefully and tastefully restored...

Delicious! Wonderful Michelin standard food. Not usually a dessert person but they were the icing on the cake of a very fine dinner.

My wife and I together with my cousin and his wife had lunch today at the Chequers Inn. Each course was superb, served by a knowledgeable and friendly staff. The menu is very imaginative with a number of interesting combinations. Where else In Buckinghamshire would...

Had a wonderful lunch. Great attentive service; we loved the well seasoned dishes and nice selection of non-alcoholic drinks. Will come again!

Good place for a refreshing drink after a long walk

Hidden gem place to enjoy a calm and exciting food experience. Service was always there yet unnoticeable, knowledgeable. Food from the big taster menu arrived just on time, perfectly cooked, with something interesting to wonder about in each dish. Finish in the garden in a deep talk with the owner. Would definitely go back to try the dishes on their own...focus on the beef

Service was amazing! Food was delicious! Can’t believe iv lived here for 5 years and never been!will be returning very soon! 😊

Excellent evening celebrating my partner's birthday. We had the tasting menu with the wine flight...outstanding! Service from the team was great and the food was exceptional. The fillet of beef was outstanding...very pleased I am no longer a vegetarian! Thought it was really good value...

Once again, the tasting menu was a triumph with a collection of well-balanced dishes, each beautifully presented and presenting a well-executed set of tastes.

Been here twice now and both times have been exceptional. The first time we did the tasting menu, and the second time a la carte. Both were great, though if I had to pick, I'd go with the a la carte because the smoked fish crumpet entree was incredible! Cocktails are really great too, as is the service. Highly recommend.

We had a fabulous evening. We had the tasting menu with matching wines. Both were amazing. Could not fault either. Or the service. The knowledge of the staff is superb. I last went about 6 years ago and wondered why I had left it so...

We took my brother-in-law and family for dinner, everyone was blown away by the experience! Superb food, wine and service. It was lovely to see Dritan again. Personally, the highlight was the desert, the Gianduja milk chocolate parfait with hazelnut butter and Jersey milk sorbet...

Tiny little 17th century inn, but don’t be fooled by the size. Lovely decor, and a cosy intimate setting. Food absolutely incredible and the service was too! Had small plates rather than a main dish as we didn’t fancy the entire tasting menu as we...

Went to the Argentinian wine tasting evening. The food, service and hospitality never fails to impress. The dishes that you deliver are always top notch, unusual ingredient combinations are inspired and Dritan, Ranka and the team are always very welcoming. We will defiantly be returning...

Super relaxed lunch, great menu with plenty of options, We went for nibbles to start, delicious poached oyster in the most wonderful sauce, melt in the mouth mini spare ribs and hyper tasty langoustine cornetto Small plates to follow, one must try the lobster lasagne,...

Wow. What a wonderful lunch why have they not got a Michelin star. Great staff very attentive can’t wait to return

This is a fantastic pub that is well worth a visit if you are in the area. We've been a few times now and it has always been a good experience. The staff are friendly and welcoming the moment you walk in the door. The beers are well kept and every wine we have tried has been excellent. The food may be more expensive than some of the other pubs in the area but for the quality that you are getting it is very good value. We have had some dishes here that are knocking on the door of Michelin star quality. Great food, great service and in a lovely tucked out of the way location. Highly recommended.

My wife took me here on the 18th May as a birthday treat. I must say, the team at The Chequers Inn didn't disappoint. They didn't know we were celebrating but they exceeded all expectations. The team were polite, friendly and helpful. The food was sublime and I'm still thinking about the experience days later. The wine was also delicious. We will definitely return. Many thanks.

This is a fantastic fine dining gastro pub. A family run business with owners who are present and really care about your experience. The food was playful and tasty - some new ideas which you won’t see every day. If you want a friendly welcome...

Visited here a few times and it’s gradually got worse. The last visit we were made to feel very unwelcome. The food standard of the tasting menu was very underwhelming. The worst tasting menu I’ve had by far. Just small portions of pub grub. The...

We visited The Chequers for a birthday meal, and enjoyed superb food and service as always. The complementary gift of home-made chocolates was absolutely divine. Already looking forward to our next visit.

Have been a customer for many years and for very good reason - Ranki, Dritan, Jamie, Kristo and team never disappoint and definitely delivered on my (big) Hawaii birthday. Hostly as ever and food is next level. Coronation Cauliflower and Hafod Cheddar scotch egg was...

Brilliant place to eat and suck luxury a holiday treat!

Une magnifique surprise à proximité d'Ayslebury avec ce pub-restaurant où la cuisine est tout simplement divine. Que ce soit la présentation (raffinée), la qualité et la variété des produits utilisés (frais et savoureux) et bien entendu, le goût et les textures. Je vais longtemps saliver à la pensée des noix de Saint-Jacques servies avec une sauce safranée parsemée d'arilles (graines de grenade). Sans oublier le dessert au lemon-curd présenté avec une délicate glace au mascarpone et des cubes de gelée à l'hydromel (mead jelly). Les personnes avec lesquelles j'étais ont été conquises - quant à elles - par la qualité de la viande qui leur a été servie. Ne pas oublier le service impeccable et l'environnement, chaleureux. Les prix sont réellement raisonnables au vu du niveau de la cuisine exécutée. Compter une cinquantenaire de livres pour un repas gastronomique complet. À tester absolument car cet établissement vaut largement plus que les 5 étoiles de la notation !

We arrived to find we were the 2nd couple who had booked for the whole evening. So why were we sat at the next table? Initially no music so we were whispering. Eventually music was put on. There was just no atmosphere at all. The...

Great meal and excellent service

This gastro pub is truly, truly wonderful. The food is incredible and more like a top end restaurant than a pub. The wine is delicious and they have a great range. Finally the staff cannot do enough for you. We have been here many times...

As a family we enjoyed an exceptional lunch today. The menu selection, the food and service welas first class. No hesitation to recommend The Chequers Inn

Went in on the off chance of getting lunch on a busy Easter Sunday. Visit regularly as in same village as we live in. Always an interesting menu and very good food. Staff friendly and knowledgable about meals and drinks. Highly recommended.