The Chequers Inn Restaurant in South Kesteven

Haven't been for a little while. Felt like coming home to family. My little girl likes to feel grown up and does things like say who we are and when we are booked in, do the orders etc. The owners (who we have known for many years) and all of the staff are fabulous with her, even staff we have not met before, clearly the family values and principles of good service and customer enjoyment flow through all the staff. Very patient with her, and really make her evening, which makes mine. The service all round is second to none. The same goes for the food. I managed to break away from my norm of steak for main course, difficult because it is always great and I like my red wine, but it did leave me room for dessert! I had scallops for starter, large, cooked perfectly and with a great sauce. Main course I had the cod with spinach, fondant potato and leeks. Superb. All went very well with an excellent Sancerre. The wine list is comprehensive, with good quality wines at all price points. Excellent experience all round. Unlike some other places you really feel all of the staff really want you to have a good time and it is important to them, not just a job, and they really strive to do the best that they can do to ensure you have a great experience. So refreshing these days, especially in relation to the younger staff where perhaps you might not expect such an excellent work ethic. Well done all round.

Booked over 2 weeks ago however turned and you could tell weren't actually expected. Waited 30 minutes for our table which was being relaid. Waited a further 20 minutes for someone to take our order. We had 2 vegetarian but no Nut Roast,. One diner had the veggie sausages the other had just veg and Yorkshire pudding. The lunch was warm at best, we were then charged 15.95 for the plate of veg and Yorkshire pudding (one carrot, broccoli, 3 roast potatoes, small spoonful red cabbage and Kale) the bill was wrong and had to be amended. The service overall was unfriendly and underwhelming. Would not return

My wife had planned a night away for my birthday and enquired as to whether they would be able to get Beef Wellington in, as we had our wedding there and Wellington was our choice then. They were able to get it for us and it was better than we remembered. The service was exceptional and as it was my birthday they even brought us out a small brownie decorated to say happy birthday. Definitely recommend 100%

Excellent food, excellent and friendly service and great ambiance. From the booking, to arrival and the service, my guests and I had a lovely birthday evening. We will be back.

Had previously been rather impressed with the cooking and left a positive review here before. However several dinners eaten here over the Xmas period left a lot to be desired on the food front. We assumed it was due to the busy Xmas season and the demands on the kitchen. . However lunch today during much quieter January and the food is just really average. Liver parfait looks like cat food and risotto that seems as if it's straight out of a packet. Where has the chef gone? Disappointing.

Came here for dinner, hadn't been for about 9 months. Got a drink at the bar then seated in the snug to the left round the back. Felt a little bit " left out" and although there were other people there, it took 20mins for our order to be taken! Not a good start I thought, but from then everything was fine. The scallops to start were perfectly cooked and I had the southern friend chicken burger which had a delicious bbq sauce, more of that please. All washed down with a bottle of Albarinho.

There's some seriously good cooking going on in this kitchen right now. We had the mussels, pheasant and a burger and all were superlative. I've been coming here on and off for thirty years and can honestly say the foods never been better. Wonderful meal.

Wonderful pub, staff were all super friendly and helpful, with a welcoming smile as soon as we arrived. I was very impressed with the menu options and when it arrived it did not disappoint! The food was so good we even enjoyed a dessert which again was scrumptious! There are various dining areas and all are clean, warm and offer a really relaxing place to eat. We will definitely return and recommend.

Food is always delicious here. We bring friends every time they visit the area as they love it now too! Service great and staff very kind and helpful!

We are regulars to the Chequers for a nice dinner out or a special occasion and have always had a fabulous meal here. The place is an interesting rabbit warren of rooms and a lovely snug bar with an open fire, plus lots of outside space in the garden. The sharing steak is always beautifully cooked (actually we like it very rare which they achieve every time) and the accompaniments are lovely. It’s a lovely treat having dinner at the Chequers. The wine list and excellent draft beers are extensive, plus if you wish to stay over, the rooms with a lovely breakfast are very nicely designed. It has a warm atmosphere and the staff are great. Keep up the excellent standards please, as we love it!

Lovely little pub restaurant less than 2 miles from Belvoir Castle, so very convenient to get something to eat after a trip there. Would recommend booking ahead as, even though there were only two of us on a Monday lunchtime, they were uncertain if they would be able to fit us in. Service was a touch slower than would have been ideal but the food was delicious and prices about what you'd expect.

Lovely old fashioned pub/restaurant with excellent rooms to stay overnight. Service at bar and for meals is excellent. I stayed in the upstairs room which is decorated beautifully with an enormous bathroom with a large bath and walk-in shower. The price of the room is very modest and a fraction of what I paid recently in the USA for accommodation very inferior. I met a friend for dinner and the food was excellent. I will go again.

Having tickets for the Fireworks competition at Belvoir Castle, we wanted to eat somewhere convenient before we could go into the park. The Chequers couldn’t have been any more convenient being 5 minutes away. There’s acres of grass parking at the rear of the pub with plenty of bench / table seating both on the grass and at the side of the pub. There was a wedding at the opposite side of the pub from the entrance and we did consider that this might impact the serving of food. When we sat down and both ordered gluten free fish and chips, it was evident that the catering side wasn’t in any way compromised by the need to deal with the wedding party as our food came quickly. The cider battered fish was moist and the batter thin and crispy; delicious. The restaurant rooms inside were small and cosy and this is what you think a local should look like, only wish it was ours.

We ended up here on the advice of one of the guides at Belvoir castle - turns out he’s the manager’s dad! Food was wholesome and well cooked and the wine was cold. Service was a bit slow but worth the wait. Would definitely recommend the short drive compared to the Engine Yard tourist trap opposite the castle car park. Heaps of outside seating to enjoy the sunshine.

Had the pleasure of spending a wonderful afternoon/evening in this great country pub. Staff really pleasant and attentive and had the most amazing Steak and Ale Pie. Would Recommend a visit if your in the area

Wish this was my local! We picked this as a good meeting place for a family lunch, between Beverley and Cambridge. We weren’t disappointed. Lovely setting, near Belvoir Castle. Lots of dining spaces and garden tables, plus greenness all around. Good menu choice. Service was...

We stayed for 3 nights here. Spacious room comfortable bed. Only cooked breakfast (porridge available) automatically provided. When asked for any cereal provided just nutty cornflakes. "Managed to find" some Greek yoghurt. Evening meals were of variable quality. The pea and mint soup was lovely,...

Very slow service , had to go and find staff to asked for them to take our order. ,lot less on plate as been before and much more then .still needed more food ,prices seemed a lot high for what you got on plate

This is so much more than a country pub, it is a wonderful venue for a wedding, party and somewhere to stay for a weekend break. I booked a room for my partner's birthday. This was the perfect break in a beautiful little village with...

We booked at table here last minute to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The staff were very friendly. Food was excellent and came quickly. Good choice of options. This one of the nicest meals we have ever had. We’ll definitely be back.

Very disappointed with the service. Booked a table for 7pm 6 adults and 4 children Some had starters some didn’t It was 9 pm before mains were served. We had asked if they could be served first. There was a wedding on but too much...

I absolutely love this place! After a hectic couple of weeks we managed to secure a room on their Sunday night deal. I have been coming to this pub for the last 12 years and it remains a firm fave due to the superb cocktails,...

Thanks for the wasted trip & waste of my time. Visited today as your Instagram (see photo) says your serving food until 8pm. We made our way their and sat on a table outside. There was plenty of spare tables. Probably 70% free. Went into...

Stayed over for one night in the Elderflower room which was delightfully decorated to a very high standard. Bed was comfortable and the room had the usual accessories, tea, coffee, biscuits and various toiletries in the shower room. We had a couple of drinks in...

We decided to revisit the Chequers Inn for Sunday lunch and we were not disappointed. All of the courses were delicious and of a high standard. The staff were excellent in all respects and the atmosphere was nice and relaxed.

The Chequers Inn keeps going from strength to strength, despite all of the challenges facing the hospitality sector. Their updated 'Spring Menu' - while retaining many of our long time favourite dishes - now has several interesting and tasty additions. The standard of the food,...

Live locally and had friends come to stay so decided to book a table for an evening meal. First time eating here. I have to say it was wonderful from start to finish. Our waiter was extremely personable and he suggested wine to complement our...

Visited on a Saturday lunchtime and sadly disappointed overall with our experience. No issues with the staff and service was courteous. I was told the homemade pie was chicken and leek but I was served chicken and mushroom, thankfully I was happy with this. Unfortunately...

Met up with friends at this lovely country pub. Really warm welcome and a nice fire helped us settle in quickly. Wide menu but today we were only looking for main courses. All four of us went for the shortcrust pie of the day: steak...

Friendly, welcoming service, and the food was tasty. Only negative was the focaccia to share, which was a little small for the money. Will return.

We have eaten here many times over the years and have never been disappointed. This time we came on Monday night , and were delighted to see the place really busy on what would be a quiet night in many restaurants, if indeed they were...

After a long walk we chose to drop into this pub. We never tried the food as staff stated they were full. The pub itself is a nice setting and was very busy for what is a small village. The food looked and smelt nice...

The car park is huge and lots of free parking areas available. The decor is exquisite. A very warm welcome also awaits by the polite and friendly Staff, along with the Management. The menu is vast and has everything and more. The French Onion Soup,...

Easy booking on line, however a large party meant carparking was difficult and inconsiderate parking caused a number of issues getting to the main carpark at the rear. Building was lovely and greeted with a warm welcome. Dining with two young children we asked for...

Absolutely lovely setting we were greeted by a roaring fire and very friendly staff. We sat in the bar area which was decorated beautifully for Christmas. We had a fantastic two course meal which was delicious. Even though the pub was busy the service was...

I booked a table for three, after looking at many reviews of places for lunch @ Belvoir Castle. We were not disappointed.. Such a beautiful place- we were seated in the old bakehouse, with a roaring log burner- perfect on a wet, miserable day. The...

Lovely Inn. Great food. Varied menu. Beautiful setting. Great service. Thoroughly recommend. We have been to the Chequers many times even though there are good country pubs closer. It never disappoints and is equally lovely in the summer or winter

Consistently top notch. Had the pigeon starter with puy lentils and plums, as did my 12 year old daughter. Really good. Normally steer away from fruit and meat (for example gammon egg and chips, never pineapple!!), but this really worked. Wife's cheese soufflé was exceptional....

We had delicious food and drink here with excellent service. The double baked goat cheese soufflé was wonderful

A massive thank you to Jo, Alice and all the team at the Chequers for such a lovely evening. From the moment we set foot into the Chequers until the moment we left we were looked after superbly. Delicious food, attentive staff and super friendly....

Visited for the first time for a family celebration meal. The food is lovely everyone enjoyed what they had ordered, nice and hot and tasted lovely. Nice friendly staff, lovely restaurant area. Would definitely visit again. There is also a nice seating area outside.

We stayed for three nights to explore the area, we had picked Chequers as it served food Sunday and Monday evenings and it was a good decision.We stayed in Juniper, nice room, only negative was the lack of storage/ places to put your things. Room...

Very much enjoyed staying here for my youngest daughter's Wedding. I felt that the Wedding breakfast was extremely good and that the pub was well staffed and very attentive at all times of a long day. The room was delightful. A slightly bizarre aspect was...

Stayed here 15th August 2022 . Absolutely amazing. Our suite was out of this world, with a king size bed, and lovely white linen. Beautiful shower and lovely toiletries. Hospitality tray had various tea bags and coffee bags in kilner jars, filtered water, and homemade...

Chequers never disappoints, I had a delicious lobster for my main course and my partner had sea bass, which she said was the best she ever had, the desserts were delicious also. Efficient and friendly service as usual. Will be back soon.

Popped in for Sunday lunch. Wish we had not bothered. Seemed to be plenty of people there which we thought was a good sign. Ordered. Starters were ok. Nothing special but edible. For main I ordered the beef which I have to say was tasty....

We have eaten many times at this restaurant everyone has been exceptional. So when family were coming for the weekend didn’t hesitate to book for Sunday lunch. How disappointed we were. The starters chicken liver parfait was bland but the scollops and arancini was lovely....

Another lovely meal at this fabulous pub/restaurant. Service was really good as was the food. Looking forward to our next visit.

Absolutely fabulous experience. The food was superb. Went for my wife's birthday with my little girl and we had a great time. Wife had double baked goats cheese soufflé starter which was excellent. I had smoked mackerel with horseradish and salad. Went great with a...

Really nice food - normal but done properly. Staff were very attentive. Only negative would be that drinks were very very expensive!!

My friend and I ate at Chequers yesterday evening. The food was lovely as was the restaurant. The waiting staff were courteous and efficient, especially Leah who was lovely! The only thing that tarnished our visit was the owner who was extremely rude when I...

I attended a wedding reception on the Jubilee weekend and as wheelchair user I was appalled to find NO accessible toilet. Luckily I can walk a short distance but although I could access the ladies loo I found the cubicles could only be entered by...

We stumbled across this delightful country pub whilst staying nearby, we stopped and sat outside for a drink then returned two evenings later for a meal. The food was excellent, nothing was too much trouble for my rather picky vegetarian husband, the staff were friendly...

We dined at the Chequers with our daughters last night and everything as always was fantastic. Food always cooked to perfection, and plenty of it and I love the buzzy atmosphere in the bar, you always bump in to somebody that you haven't seen for...

Good food. Overrun with a wedding. Shared a table in front of the bar. Very poor choice overrun with wedding guests and a couple only consuming drinks took over the whole atmosphere. Various times I couldn't hear my own voice.

I went to The Chequers Inn for my birthday. Have been here several times before and liked it but very disappointed last night - all the portion sizes seems to have shrunk. Shared antipasti to start - tasted OK but one piece of bread and...

My son and his partner’s wedding was held here yesterday and the staff did all they could to ensure the day was perfect. They thought of everything and as a result it was more than we could have hoped for. Thank you to each and...

Second visit here and absolutely fantastic. Lovely setting, superb service and fabulous food. Keep up the good work and will definitely be back. Thank you

One word could suffice. Perfection. If you want to go somewhere you can guarantee won't disappoint and will give you an unbeatable dining experience you should come here. Been here tonight with my wife and young daughter for an early evening meal. From the moment...

our usual haunt for the family outing ,never fails food or staff wise .There is a great atmosphere wherever you eat , a lovely garden area .

Our first visit to the Chequers today. Just wanted a really nice lunch as travelling north and we were not disappointed. A beautiful pub, very pleasant staff and superb food. The menu had plenty of choices so something for everybody. Beautifully presented, piping hot and...

We went for my birthday as it was a gastro pub, Sadly most people were eating fish and chips and burger and chips, which should have been a warning to me. Are pigeon was lacking in seasoning and quite raw in center. The belly pork...

Delicious food in a cosy setting! We came for an evening family meal to celebrate a birthday. The slow roast pork belly was absolutely first class for taste and presentation. Lovely food for children too!

A fabulous country inn serving amazing food with a warm and friendly welcome. Would definitely recommend a visit.

Lovely village location, on site parking and a very warm welcome from the staff. The pub is very characterful, two open lit log fires both times when we visited for lunch. Different rooms available to cater for family occasions/private dining and the open restaurant/tables are...

A relaxed and comfortable pub restaurant which serves very tasty food at quite reasonable prices. Service was relaxed, as were the guests, I don’t like it if restaurants are too POSH, what I want is good food at good prices and this was exactly what...

6 of us enjoyed a tasty lunch. Good menu with wide range of starters , mains and desserts. Our table was well spaced and near to the fire. Food was delicious, well presented, hot and tasty. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Nice atmosphere

Exceptional food Beautiful coextensive wine menu I cannot find fault at all An amazing experience Staff went the extra mile to ensue my daughter’s birthday lunch was amazing

I met some friends here for Sunday lunch. I am gf so had checked the menu beforehand and was looking forward to a gf Sunday lunch. I could only have the beef but that was fine. What I got compared to others was what resembled...

Lovely atmospheric inn with log fires in a village close to Belvoir Castle. Food was outstanding and the service just right. Dogs can go too as long as you eat in the bar area and booking would always be advisable.

They nail it every time. Great food, possibly best steak EVAH, good veggie options. Great ambience and friendly but professional service. It’s not cheap but quality isn’t. Treat yourselves.

We live locally but can’t explain why we haven’t visited the Chequers more often . Managed to book a table at short notice for 6 for lunch on New Year’s Eve . The pub had a lovely ambience , the waiters were very attentive and...

Delighted to have two excellent vegetarian options for main course. We had halloumi and mushroom burgers and root vegetable shepherd's pie. Delicious! Tasty puddings, good wine and friendly service.

Had the pleasure of spending the night with my wife in this wonderful pub. Fantastic accommodation beautiful food and lovely beer and wine in front of an open fire. Brilliant hardworking staff nothing was to much trouble for them. Will be returning next year. Thank...

Lovely looking pub/restaurant but sadly my food was not good . I ordered belly pork and was looking forward to lovely Succulent pork with rendered fat and a little crackling what I got was a roll of white fat a little meat and not much...

We dropped in here for our birthday meals as December sees both my wife and my birthdays.Again the Chequers delivered a wonderful meal and dining experience. We had the rib of beef and it was divine. Melt in your mouth meat, with proper, I mean, proper béarnaise sauce, obviously made from scratch.Good ale and wines made for a lovely lunch.

We stayed at the Chequers following a visit to the Belvoir Castle Regency Chrustmas. The welcome and wood were excellent. We had the fillet steaks which were good quality and cooked perfectly. The service and ambience were both good and we hope to return.

A welcoming sight whilst on a walk. What a fabulous old (but with a modern twist) pub. We felt very welcomed by the staff and enjoyed a nice beer. The restaurant area was so cosy. We sat in the bar area which was fab. It’s private dining and party rooms looked so nice.

Great food as usual. Sat opposite the open fire which on a cold night was lovely. The pies are always a winner and the chicken, leek and tarragon we tried was delicious with gravy. Washed down with a nice bottle of Pinot Noir. Service a bit hit and miss tonight, which is not the norm, but we will be back.

Where do I start? There are so many positives to choosing The Chequers for your romantic meal, family gathering or, as was for us, a special day.The ambience; a beautiful cosy country pub/house with a soothing intimate feel and lots of interesting nooks to explore. The event room is spacious with warm oak wooden floors, large glass paned bi-folding doors outlooking to beautiful gardens, a 360 vision of loveliness. Log fires for those colder evenings or garden seating for summer.The venue room; our wedding was in November and we chose a candle lit, intimate feeling with autumnal colours complemented by their warm oak wood flooring and soft lighting. The fires burned beautifully adding to the charm.The booze; a large selection of delicious wines, whiskey for the connoisseurs and an array of gins; not forgetting a few classy cocktails for that little extra sass!The food; insanely tasty! I am actually planning to rebook just for the food and I am probably not the first bride who kept booking for food (just to go over things one more time ha!). We sat 62 guests and every single meal was hot, tasty and served in a timely fashion. I must admit I was nervous that a pub would manage a large party when it came to serving hot delicious meals but they were fantastic! Beautiful food and professionally executed! One of our guests is a talented chef who commented how lovely it was to enjoy such high standard food and be on the other side of the kitchens.The rooms; guests and the happy couple (us) enjoyed every room. Cleaned to a high standard, beautifully and tastefully decorated. It was a real treat away from home to stay here and boy did I love that deep bath tub!!The team; all incredibly supportive, friendly and professional. I could not have asked for anything more, they were with me every step of the way! Last but by far not least, Jo (The owner/manager). Jo is incredible, she took everything in her stride, catering for every whim, last minute tweaks and knowing from experience exactly what I needed when even I didn't know. She appeared at exactly the right moments with a steady hand. When the nerves kicked in, she was there with a reassuring smile (reminded me to BREATHE) and off I went down the aisle!Our day was perfect and I am 100% happy that I chose The Chequers Team to make it so.

This is the first time we had visited The Chequers Inn but it won’t be the last! It is fantastic! Really welcoming and cosy with the fires in two rooms and beautifully decorated. The staff were very friendly and the service excellent. The menu and quality of food was outstanding. Can’t wait to return!

I heard a lot of good stuff about this place but was highly disappointed with a ribeye steak and chips I had. It was very expensive for what it is . The steak felt like an ordinary thin supermarket cheap frying steak rather than ribeye. This was served with cold french fries and what it looked like left over salad. The food looked dry and plain and there was nothing much about it. So much of a fine country dinning . I am sorry not for me and my experience was unsatisfactory and therefore will not recommend it.

Delicious food, intimate atmosphere, friendly, helpful, patient staff for whom nothing seemed to much trouble. We absolutely loved our evening at The Chequers and will definitely be coming back.

Delicious food, beautiful surroundings and friendly staff. A super evening to celebrate my husbands birthday - and I’m so pleased we booked.

Excellent as always. Top class hosting. Quality food and service. Friendly from arrival to departure. Range and quality of food exceptional. Best wine list you will find based on quality and range for many miles. If you don't get to go out for a meal terribly often then you want to go somewhere you know will be good. My wife and daughter shared the baked Camembert starter whilst I had mussels in white wine with lots of extra ingredients. I fell for the ribeye steak again because it is so good. My daughter went for burger and fries whilst my wife had a vegetarian shepherd style pie, which she said was excellent. The girls had a fantastic salted caramel cheesecake each for pudding whilst I went for the cheese plate to finish off the top class red wine. With the starters my wife and I had white wine by the glass that was appropriately priced, unlike some places that ramp up the per glass price. Faultless. Thanks to Jo and Justin, and all of the staff.

We have had takeaway meals from here during lockdown which were very good, so when some friends wanted to get us a restaurant voucher, they didn’t hesitate in buying a voucher for us for here. I rang the day before on the off chance, and the very friendly male person who answered the phone could book us in for Friday. On a cold evening, we were greeted by the roaring fire and were shown to our table by a polite member of staff. The food was excellent and absolutely delicious. The staff were attentive. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to our friends. Thank you to all.

We are a party of 6 with ages ranging from 4-76 and nut allergies and immuno issues and the excellent staff catered for us all. The welcome was spot on, the covid protections were very good. The range of drinks was exceptional and the food was superb.

Sadly disappointed after visiting especially for my mother in laws birthday, they traveled a fair while after reading good reviews about the pub. Despite booking weeks ago they had us down as a table for 2 when we originally booked for 7 then changed it with a weeks notice to 8 people. Didn’t get much of an apology or an offer of a free drink ect for the mishap. Especially as they had to sit 8 of us round a table in the bar, where people kept walking past very close to us and we were close to the door which was annoying. We were assured the table was big enough for 8 but it didn’t feel like it. We all had Sunday lunches - meat was lovely but veg was very undercooked. Had someone in our party who was gluten free and they felt like there wasn’t much options despite us ringing to check beforehand and being assured there was lots of options. Don’t think we would visit again. Beautiful venue and grounds. Shame really.

Rang up Thursday morning to see if we could get a table for Friday lunch. The person who answered the phone was very obliging and managed to squeeze us in. Little did we know after we arrived they were actually hosting a wedding. The facilities are great and the menu was vast even though it was only lunchtime. Food was fantastic and reasonably priced. Would definitely return when I was in the area.

We stayed in the Inn and had supper in the restaurant. The hotel was excellent, clean and comfortable and the food in the restaurant was just what was required. We were looked after very well by Finn who was in the process of doing his Alevels. His service was excellent without being intrusive. He has obviously been well trained by Mrs Chequers Inn who to my shame I didn’t ask her name as she looked after us very well at breakfast the following morning. The breakfast was outstanding but don’t expect to want to eat anything for the rest of the day! Lovely stay and would stay again.

Excellent food, good service and a friendly atmosphere. Accommodated our dogs with no problem. Easy parking and easy to find.

We stayed here for our anniversary. It was INCREDIBLE. Amazing food, fabulous people and the rooms were just gorgeous! Huge bed and wonderful shower, warm and cosy. Completely perfect. Thank you Jo & Justin!

From start to finish this place was flawless. The service when we arrived was impeccable. The young waitress who took our drinks order has the most amazing knowledge of the drinks menu. The food was outstanding and ambience and service faultless. Off for Sunday lunch soon I hope.

The Staff are accommodating and extremely helpful and friendly. To say it’s a busy place is an understatement. Be prepared and ensure you book in advance! It’s buzzing and yet still they carry out their duties with extreme care for the client. The food is over and above the best, ample portions and you do not leave hungry. Fantastic choices on the menu. The wine list is perfect to compliment the food and they also have an array of beers and ales to try. The decor is tasteful and beautiful. Indoors or outdoors to eat, you will not be disappointed. It’s a must to try if you haven’t already. I’d award it a gold medal for service ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Thank you for such a lovely relaxing time to all of the Staff to include Jo and Justin. We hope to see you again very soon.

My family and I stopped en route to Cambridge for lunch. A perfectly priced meal in a lovely location. The team provided a lovely service. Thank you. 😊

We finally got a childless Saturday and to celebrate we headed for one of our favourite restaurants, The Chequers, knowing it never fails to deliver.Nestled away near Belvoir Castle, this restaurant is a pleasure to visit and a lovely decor to enjoy a meal and few drinks in.The menu was varied and offers a range of starters, main course and desserts to please even the most discerning palette.The Stilton soufflé was divine, soft and flavoursome. To keep the theme going, I had a Stilton sauce with my rib-eye, which was cooked to perfection. The sauce was silky and was soaked up by the beautifully crisp chips. To further push the theme, the Cheese Board was selected,for dessert, though this time there was no Stilton but instead 5 lovely and varied British cheeses.Looking forward to a return visit soon!

Visited tonight for a family meal with my wife and 10 year old daughter. Everything was fantastic. From the moment we walked in the door we felt welcome. The staff were very friendly, efficient and welcoming. We were also attended by Jo, one of the owners, who always makes us feel at home, and makes the time to chat to you and ensure you have a great experience. As you would expect the waiting staff are young, but unlike a lot of places they are well trained and all gave a perfect service. The food was excellent, every course for every person. Generous portions and of a quality you won't find beaten anywhere. I also had the best bottle of red wine tonight I think I have ever had, and I have had a lot! A bottle from Gerard Bertrand. An extensive wine list for all tastes and budgets. All tasted by the owners with some vineyards visited as well. A task I would enjoy! They clearly know their wines and can give good advice on choices. An absolutely perfect evening for the family for which I am very grateful. Many thanks to the owners and staff.

After a visit to nearby Belvoir Castle,we happened upon this fine example of an English country pub. A light lunch of pea and mint soup and cheese soufflé outside in the warm sun was really quite idyllic. Its not far from the Grantham junction on the A1M,so we'll be stopping off here next time we're northbound from London.

Lovely country pub with vast indoor and outdoor seating, in lovely setting! All 4 of us had a different Sunday roast - Beef beautifully cooked; Belly pork great crackling; Chicken lovely and moist and Nut roast incredibly flavoursome! Pudding of sticky toffee pudding was lovely (albeit too full to finish it off!!) and Affogato (really good coffee used).We will DEFINITELY be back!

Returned to Chequers today and what a great experience ! A great big helping of the Old Normal. Superb village setting backing on to cricket pitch and open country. Views of Belvoir Castle from the garden. One of the best lunches I’ve had for a long term. Two very simple but beautifully presented dishes packed with flavour. The owners KNOW how to run a pub / restaurant. Excellent service.