The Chequers - Bath

British, Gastropub·
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SquareMeal Review of The Chequers - Bath

A short stroll from Bath’s auspicious Royal Crescent, this smart gastropub in a Georgian townhouse is a popular spot for locals and visitors in search of a pint of local ale or cider, quality wines and lively contemporary food. The Chequers’ Sunday lunches – served all day in the bar and upstairs dining room – are the stuff of local legend, and set-lunch menus during the week are good value at £12 for two courses. Come for dinner and you can expect more ambitious stuff along the lines of curried beetroot soup with a goats’ cheese bonbon, followed by Creedy Carver duck breast and confit leg with celeriac and mandarin salsa or pan-fried turbot with steamed mussels, purple potatoes, samphire, braised fennel, lemon and caper butter. Related to the nearby Marlborough Tavern and the Hare & Hounds at Lansdown.

Good to know

Average Price
££££ - £30 - £49
Cuisines
British, Gastropub
Ambience
Cosy, Traditional
Food Occasions
All day dining, Sunday roast
Special Features
Dog friendly
Food Hygiene Rating

About

Chequers is your local neighbourhood gastropub on steroids. Somehow this hidden gem in the city centre of Bath manages to pull off a quaint, cosy and traditional atmosphere while at the same time producing excellent quality food that will leave you wanting to come back for more. The Michelin guide clearly thinks so too, as Chequers was recently awarded a Bib Gourmand for the good quality and good value food that they serve their many hungry guests.

Situated within an old Georgian townhouse, unassuming wooden chairs and tables, long, cosy leather booth chairs and old-fashioned light fittings create a subtle backdrop against which the food is left with plenty of space to sing its praises.

Whether you're in search of a social pint, a few cocktails with friends, a comforting burger or steak, or something more along the lines of burnt-leak tofu, Orkney scallops or a rum baba, there's something for everyone. Even your cute hairy friends are welcome; Chequers proudly advertising its status as a dog-friendly establishment, providing dog treats according to demand.

With a variety of traditional ales, wines and cocktails to quench the palette, its dedication to classic British cuisine is legendary, so much so that it has been deemed worthy of the title of Bath's best Sunday roast. Though potentially overly generous with their portions, their specialisation in Sunday roasts is emphasised by a separate Sunday menu which has a selection of starters, the option of beef, pork, chicken, fish or vegetarian roasts for the main and, if that doesn't manage to fill you up, their indulgent desserts are as delicious as they are visually stunning.

While the food is top-notch—an inevitable product of the love, patience and determination that go into maintaining a high level of success— Chequer prides itself most on the creation and long-term preservation of the friendly, traditional and community-oriented space that it is.


FAQs

Is Chequer dog friendly?

Yes

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Is there and parking space available for customers?

Unfotunately it is on street parking only. Pay & display.

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Location

50 Rivers Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2QA

01225 360017 01225 360017

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Opening Times

Bar
Mon 15:00-11:00
Tue 15:00-11:00
Wed 15:00-11:00
Thu 15:00-11:00
Fri 12:00-21:00
Sat 12:00-21:00
Sun 12:00-20:00
All day
Mon 17:00-22:00
Tue 17:00-22:00
Wed 17:00-22:00
Thu 17:00-22:00
Fri 17:00-22:00
Sat 12:00-22:00
Sun 12:00-20:00

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2 Reviews 
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Brian O

04 May 2017  
Good Chef, good food, Fine Ales and Wine. One of the few Gastro pubs that has managed to maintain a pub atmosphere.

Mark S

10 June 2015  
Food & Drink 5
Service 4
Atmosphere 4
Value 4
Relaxing Gastropub
Set close to the Royal Crescent and Circus, this is a relaxing gastropub with an imaginative menu and excellently prepared dishes ( I particularly recommend the Duck Pie ) in very pleasant and uncramped surroundings with attentive and friendly staff. If I am ever back in Bath, I will definitely make a return visit.
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