There may have been a hostelry on the site since 1776 but, a handful of centuries later, the lovely Chequers pub (Rivers Street) is now under the ownership it so richly deserves. Award-winning Marlborough Tavern head honchos Joe Cussens and Justin Sleath have taken Chequers under their competent wings and put former Royal Crescent sous chef Leigh Evans at the helm in the kitchen. While you’re waiting for The Pig’s opinion to appear on this site soon, go forth and discover glorious gastropubbery on the ground floor (complete with an alfresco area on the lively little street outfront) and a more refined fine dining experience on the upper level.
Friday, June 18th, 2010
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Had the salt cod balls with a pint of Gem the other day. Perfect lunchtime tucker in comfy surroundings. Recommended.