The Chesters in Sunderland

Great service. Nothing was too much trouble. Alex was lovely towards our kids and even offered some colouring in. Food was great and decent priced. Definitely be returning

Lush pub for a bite to eat and a drink, always feel welcome, (Louisa) was lovely and welcoming when we visited. Would recommend Thanks

Quiz on a Thursday is always a laugh, and the 2 for 20 deal is great! Food was lovely and was even better I could enjoy it and also get my dog some chicken as well

Great outside seating area ,great meeting point for our friends had drinks and ordered food got abit chilly so staff helped us locate indoors vert helpful , couldn't do enough for us ,food was nice everyone enjoyed it lovely atmosphere, very chilled and pleasant evening .

We received a very warm welcome. There was a very good choice of food, with many special offers. Our meals were delicious and the service was excellent.

The Chesters is a great pub. Very clean and tidy. Food was great and the service was fabulous. I must shout out to the clean toilets! 10/10 visit I want to come back and try more menu items.

We went in for food a few days, we weren’t sure what to go for some we got some recommendations off Matthew at the time as he was serving us. He helped us through some good recommendation and he give us some good recommendations for food and drink and they went down a treat. Can’t thank Matthew enough for both the food and drink recommendations. We will back again soon.

Came for a pint and lunched got served by a waiter called Ibrahim made me feel welcome so nice definitely coming back due to his kindness

Had lunch with family and was really nice, food great and we had amazing service from Louisa, she was very pleasant and went above and beyond to help us, nothing was a problem at all, well done and keep up the great work

Cracking pub, with amazing staff, especially the lovely Louisa. Very friendly and smiley. Nothing was too much trouble. It's definitely worth a visit 😊 x

Went in a few nights ago with some friends girl behind the bar with glasses was happy to help us and was friendly bringing our app order to the table. Food was great and girl with the southern accent was lovely!

Had a great meal last night, excellent service from lovely staff. Highly recommended to anyone looking for great pub grub and a variety of meals

I just wanted to say we visited The Chester’s last night for quiz night. We weren’t sure at first but must say we had a brilliant evening. The atmosphere was great fun (mostly so when we didn’t know the answer to a question). The staff were very polite and extremely friendly. I would highly recommend this pub as there is a great menu with lots of choice and great choices of gins too. Something for everyone 😃

Always guaranteed a good night in the chesters, fantastic atmosphere and staff always quick service. Lily, Jack and the rest of the staff always helpful and happy to chat. Couldn't say enough good things about the place.

Visited the chesters last night for an anniversary party in their function room was an excellent night. Young girl behind the bar was amazing couldnt do enough for us. The buffet spread was great and more than enough for everyone and the girl off the bar even offered us boxes to take what we couldnt finish home. Great night from start to finish will definitely be visiting again and would highly recommend.

great food and great service! Lovely selection of food to order and came quickly and was really nice! Bar and serving staff all very friendly, overall a good experience!

Incredibly friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere. Reasonable prices and a variety of real ales to try. Would definitely recommend and will visit again!

I went outside my with partner when i returned i discovered that a waitress named lillie served my daughter without asking ID she is 16 she looks older for her age yes could have been a mistake but even so she certainly does not look 18 if you look under 25 challenge no ID dont serve them appalling Not a manager in sight either

Great friendly pub but the food was absolutely awful! Lasagna was a disgrace. One sheet of pasta, with no bolognaise! What has happened to the place recently. I wouldn't give my dog the food. Scandalous for the price!! We have been coming to the Chesters for years...what an appalling meal. Such a shame.

Still 3.5 stars> worse Won’t be back in a hurry place used to be up there with one of the best pubs in Sunderland for me what happened? Long wait to get served for 0 reason staff arrogant Couldn’t even order food early in the evening

Bar staff disgraceful so busy talking about there own personal lives and plans to even acknowledge us waiting to be served

Came for the match as had a table booked young lassy who served us wasn’t very polite and canny abrupt a nar it was match day but the look of things all customers were happy to wait their turn; but staff was just rude left as soon as match finished and went to another pub which had happier staff considering the outcome of the match

Due to visit today for football. Booked table on January 1st for table of 6. Thought I'd better check this morning and booking has been cancelled 2 days ago. No explanation . How am I supposed to get somewhere now.

Went for Christmas lunch and was very disappointed. Firstly it took 6 attempts for them to get the parties number right and the last member of staff who rang was very rude. Canapé were soggy crackers with something plonked on top. The main came with veg already plated whereas I would expect the veg to be separate and it was very under cooked. The Christmas pudding and custard came plated with a drizzle of custard. The service was slow and couldn’t wait to finish and leave. Also the function rooms is in a desperate need of a good lock of paint.

Used to love this place but since the start of this year it’s gone down hill massively. Food is never hot majority of bar staff are rude judging my other comments I am not the only one to experience no personality staff members.

Came for evening drinks on the 26th of December girl who severed up was miserable and no manners Learn to smile a little

blondie with glasses served my 16 year old son and his friends at a party Disgraceful needs sorting before something awful happens as this is not the first time with her

Oh no! What's happened, been eating in the Chester's for years, generally can't fault the food or service, today we went for a Sunday roast and were given a coldish meal obviously cooked many hours ago. Some of the items were over boiled into soggy...

A group of us went for Xmas Lunch 5/12/23 everything was perfect & good value for money all fresh produce 10 out of 10 highly recommended

Ok breakfast but choice of only two things on the menu - full English or vegetarian. Nice environment though, well done out and very pleasant staff.

I was served by Lily tonight and she was very polite and even reminded me of the drinks offer after 6pm which I had forgotten about which I thought was very good service

What a cosy local pub. Plenty of ales to choose from and you even get a collectors card with it. Food was delicious, steak cooked perfectly and friendly service all round. We'll be back

Had a lovely pork bap with chips today served quickly and was tasty and hot Matthew served us and was lovely and cleared our table quickly afterwards a great member of your team

What happened, the food was nice a couple of weeks ago? An hour and 15 mins wait, and food was a mix of over cooked and under cooked.

Visited last night for a few drinks, lovely staff and good prices. Also very dog friendly! Will be back soon for sure, the beer garden is gorgeous!

We come here at least once a month and we are never disappointed. I recently came with some friends for food and I must say that the young man who served us and has also served us many times before is a delight. I think...

A chilled and enjoyable night out with a good friend. The drinks were very good and the staff are lovely. One new starter was good enough to try out recommending me flavours of spirits and mixers. She did very well.

Arrived around 4.30pm today, ordered drinks and sat at a table to choose our food from the menu. There was a group of females who were squeaking like parrots and were very loud and we could see other customers weren't very pleased with this situation....

a very pleasing experience, we ordered the small plates and i was legit shocked at all the food that came out, certainly worth the money. Service was fast and friendly, cant wait to return

Was served by Lillie I believe I heard the man call her she was having a good craic on before coming to see us which should be the least of her priority’s while customers are waiting to be served

Got served by Rebecca Boyle and she was great so helpful and polite, wish more pubs had staff like this, food was amazing, great place with great staff

Rebecca Boyle was lovely person she recommended what food was nice and food was lovely she also helped with drinks would recommend Chester’s to anyone

Excellent service and the food was delicious, we were served by a young lady called Megan, very friendly and couldn't do enough for us.

Lovely pub in a great location. Brilliant staff, Megan was very polite, had good banter and gave amazing recommendations. Good food and reasonable prices all round.

Lass with glasses behind bar took at least maybe 4 minutes to even acknowledge me and my partner due to her being to busy having a little flirt about with the other young worker behind the bar and when she did eventually come over to take our order she didn’t apologise and may I mentioned there was nobody else waiting before me! It was just plain ignorance. Usually can’t fault the Chester’s but won’t be returning

Went for 60th birthday and the food and layout was very good .The staff were good couldn't do enough for you.

Bacon sandwich = perfection, the bread was so soft on the lips, definitely recommend especially with mayo on!

Great for sport with loads of TVs, lots of drinks to chose from and welcoming staff who are happy to help you out

We visited this pub on the chance we may get a table for a meal. The staff were so friendly and accommodating to find us a table. The food was so nice and really hot. We would certainly come back and eat again. We also...

Really lovely pub with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Food was good with a varied menu. Good selection of ales and the staff were very friendly.

family friendly place with a great selection of drinks and a menu that suits everyone. Good value for money. Staff welcoming and friendly

This is a nice stopping off place where you can get something to eat and a very good selection of beers and lagers at very reasonable prices.

Amazing little pub. Joy and the team are always so accommodating and I would definitely recommend, will be booking here again next week to enjoy some drinks!

The parking is fine but you need to remember to get a voucher if using the pub, pay or get fined. Staff were nice and polite but the food was absolutely horrible. Frozen fish and chips which was one of the specials but not cooked...

Absolutely lovely pub. The food is great and the staff are very welcoming. Had the pleasure of speaking to Joy, the manager, too. She's got a great personality and is perfect for this pub.

Called in for a quick bite and a drink with family, hadn't booked a table but Louisa couldn't have been more helpful, food was spot on and again Louisa was very knowledgeable about the vast amount of gins! Spot on, will definitely be back x

I’ve been a regular at the Chester’s over the last 2 years with being a former employee here and now being a regular customer I can say I have never had any problem when it comes to the food, drinks or the staff. Joy, Mick...

I'm so pleased this is my local ! Very well kept Cask Ales at a reasonable price, much better food than Wetherspoons, car park, large beer garden and super friendly helpful staff. Special praise for Jack, Mick, Steve, Katherine, Matthew, Rebecca, Cameron and if I...

Amazing time at Chester’s for my Granda’s wake :) Brilliant day and amazing service especially from our gem Rebecca, get her a promotion quick time honestly top quality GM in the making. Also Megan was beyond fantastic get her shares in the company right now...

I got served by a Southern girl called bex.she made my evening so enjoyable and welcoming with me and my friends and family. We stayed for drinks after she was serving us in the wake and we joined downstairs to find her serving us too.she...

Got served from southern sex she was full of laughter and helpful with customers and knowledge of the bar definitely be coming back just for a chat.

I know this is a late review after some consideration I have decided it's necessary! New years eve as a large family met at this pub. We had children with us who were hungry so asked for menu to be told food was off. As...

A lovely afternoon with friends in a beautiful setting, the staff were friendly and accommodating, the food was very nice and served quickly. Definitely be going again.

Good atmosphere, drinks reasonably priced which is not usual these days, free parking in a very busy area, nice food and very polite/helpful staff. We were served by Rebecca who was very bubbly and helpful in terms of explaining the parking token I was issued...

Lovely pub with lovely staff, lovely food and ever better drinks! Would definitely recommend to anyone. Dog friending pub too which is a bonus

After hearing mixed reviews on the place I thought it was about time we try it ourselves. Walked in to a warm welcome from staff and amazing atmosphere. Started with a round of drinks which were reasonably priced and very refreshing, bar maid was knowledgeable...

The food was really good and the staff are so friendly. I was welcomed into the bar by lovely staff and the smell of the bar was lovely because of the food.

Christmas lunch with family compliments to the chef and all staff, especially Mick and Jessica great food, lovely day x

I attended with my family for a Christmas meal and the food was absolutely delicious. Fast service and friendly bar staff.. highly recommend

Amazing customer service, all the staff were friendly and the food was lovely:) Defo be going again!

Absolutely amazing service, very fast and friendly! The drinks are always perfect and reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend going even just for some quiet drinks or food. One staff member in particular, I think her name was Rebecca, really stood out to me with her...

Been to the chesters a few times and was lucky enough to be served by the same member of staff both times Rebecca was bubbly and great with kids.

Fab food! Bar staff especially Shelly very helpful great service atmosphere very welcoming will call again

I recently had a meal with friends here, it was quite busy but a good pub friendly atmosphere. I was served by Rebecca, she was great and took the time to explain the menu and what she recommended, the food we got was really nice...

Hot fresh food.Choice of 3 meats or have all 3 if you want,plenty to and big slices much better than a competitor a stones throw away (Toby Carvery)..& cheaper.Roast potatoes,mash,parsnips,stuffing and at least 3 vegetables in a dish served separately from the main plate which...

The staff were rushed off of their feet as it was cash only, pretty busy and the football was on… however, all of the staff I interacted with were friendly and efficient. The food was good (this place has great onion rings). I was pleased...

We booked the wake in the Chesters and were told we had a private room upstairs. This was verified by head office who deals with the bookings. Unfortunately, when we arrived the venue had took it upon themselves to move us into the back of...

Lovely local pub, always busy but staff are lovely. We enjoyed our 5 dish plank and the prices are really reasonable. Would definitely recommend

Good food. Football on. Nice beer. Huge selection. Friendly staff What more can you ask for Top bar.

cracking pub , nice clean boozer great food and drink & friendly staff what more could you want? Get yourself along, you wont be disappointed.

Good place to come with friends/partner or family for a few drinks, ideal for me as they always have the football and boxing on, I have always found the bar staff friendly and it's great in the summer due to the outdoor area.

Very friendly atmosphere great food at reasonable prices we as a family visit this place as it’s good all round food for all ages of the family

Must come back to try a breakfast. Really friendly & helpful staff, especially Shelly who helped with our booking & a lovely young man called Matthew

Went out for lunch, lovely food and polite service. Good value for money, would definitely come again!

Lovely food - especially the katsu burger! Staff were very attentive and friendly. Very good gin selection too.

Tasty food never disappoints.Glad they have changed their Sunday lunch to a carvery now,definitely can’t complain,3 meats,Yorkshire pudding,one or two,mash potatoes,roast potatoes,and several fresh vegetables definitely not frozen.Plus help yourself to gravy and condiments.Been before during week and had burgers ,my only gripe is more...

Came in with my pals for a catch up drinks and food and we where really happy with the service we received of the younge lady call Sam she knew what we where after helped us with cocktails and food choices will defo come back...

I'd not eaten here before and was pleasantly surprised. I was expecting 'pub grub' but they actually have a good range of choices on the menu. I had the steak and chips which was reasonably priced, cooked how I'd asked for it and tasted nice....

I live locally and have frequented the Chester's for many many years, I have witnessed all of its refits Etc. The food years ago was really lovely home made grub (Shelley used to make it) however the food has been declining for years now, but...

The best manager in the world, joy by name and joy by nature! What a pub, family friendly, great food and quality drinks all served by a fab leader and her team

The food was amazing, great beer selection, staff where amazing with having what looked like two christing on at the same time they went above and beyond with our vist today, manager and staff should be priased for all there hard work will definitely be...

Had a fab time, lovely atmosphere! Staff were very helpful and friendly, would definitely recommend.

The Chesters is a great place for all the family. They do a fantastic quiz night, great food and quality beer. The new management have really put their all into this place.

I am a fussy eater and when i asked for alterations on my meal the staff where happy to cater for my needs. When the food arrived it was hot. There was no issues with the food when it arrived. The food tasted fresh and...

Lovely pub, food is nice and all staff are friendly, highly recommended for family and friends, even have a area to allow dogs 😀

Great atmosphere and staff are always more than happy to help, quiz on a Thursday is brilliant and the love music I've seen was amazing!

Have no idea about the food or atmosphere etc as no one got back to me. Tried to book a room for a funeral tea, left an email and three voice messages, not one got back to me. Very disappointed

I love the food here. I had sunday lunch and the food was lovely . One critisim is it isnt very hot. The vegetables which are separate are piping hot and so is the gravy but the food on the main plate meat potatoes and...

Went Sunday 2/01/22,with family.Two had mixed grills,one had scampi and I had the Sunday lunch.Very tasty and fresh and value for money.We had desserts to.Very attentive staff especially Shelly very polite

Visited yesterday for a family Christmas meal, the food and service were fantastic. We even discussed attending next year for a family Christmas meal.