The Chequers in Cherwell

Really good pub, great food, worth a visit!

We popped in here on the off chance we could get a table on a Sunday lunchtime. Incredibly we were which was an absolute stroke of luck as the food was incredible! We are big roast dinner fans so are always sceptical about the quality of pub lunches but we needn't worry. The beef was cooked to perfection and my friend asked for hers to be cooked a while longer and they did this without issue and the meat kept it's tenderness. The vegetables were delicious and my only criticism is that there weren't enough for me. We are Northern so asked for more gravy and were delivered two jug fulls of a flavourful gravy. We wouldn't normally pay £24 for a roast but we both agreed this was definitely value for money. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming and the atmosphere of the pub was fantastic. We will return here any time we're in the area.

Lovely little dog friendly place with overnight parking for campervans (if you book a meal). Absolutely delicious fish and chips, probably the best I've ever had, and friendly, efficient service too. Excellent.

Lunch time, so very quiet...but very nice food......needs locals to support.

New owners 3 months ago. Excellent service. Delicious fish & chips, delicious chocolate delice. Also, tea comes in a large pot! Perfect meal.

Stopped unexpectedly at this pub, taken over by new owners 3 months ago and had the most delicious lunch. Everything was excellent. I will be back.

Had a motorhome stopover, staff were very friendly and welcoming, food was beautiful, all home cooked, good quality and portion size. Beer was good. A great pub with nothing to dislike, will definitely be using it again.

Good little pub excellent food friendly staff and you can bring dog in

Genuinely the kindest people I've ever met. My dad's car broke down outside the pub and they've been nothing more than accomodating. Came up to collect the car after my dad had to return to Scotland via hire car. The food is impeccable, the velouté is nothing short of delightful. The burgers rated by my boyfriend and his dad were phenomenal. Drinks are fresh and delicious and the staff are nothing short of wonderful to meet. They are welcoming, warm, patient and friendly. Abby(ie) is a stellar manager and her staff are great. The kitchen waited on us also for us ratchet strapping the car onto the trailer and almost met their cut off point for the kitchen closing just to accommodate us. If you need some food, some good chat and some delicious food it's the place for you. The prices might be worrisome but the experience with these people is worth it. Thank you again.

Quiet lunchtime but great food and service

Was staying in a hotel nearby and wanted a country style pub and it certainly was, had a lovely meal, spacious parking.

Learn from our mistake and ask to see the wine menu before you order. Bottle of pinot grigio rose at Portmeirion fine dining restaurant £28.50, at the Chequers £34.00! On the bill it said it was a Cote de Provence which I would happily pay £34.00 for if I'd ordered it. Did query it but was told that though said it it was a cote du Provence it was the correct price for the pinot grigio rose. We enjoyed our food though it was slightly overpriced for what we got. It was a case of spot the shavings of goats cheese on the special starter, which was also underwhelming in terms of flavour. The chicken pie itself was delicious but it was a very dry plate of food and really needed a little jug of gravy to pour over the mashed potato and veg. The crispy gnocchi isn't gnocchi, more like mini potato croquettes however, it was delicious. The atmosphere in the pub was good and overall so was the service.

Great pub with great food and a charming good service.

Popped in for lunch today, so glad we did. Everything homemade and the fish and chips was just fantastic batter was amazing and gluten free. Will be back for sure.

I ordered a scallop and mussel starter. Quite expensive but I love scallops and mussels. Unfortunately whilst the scallops were delicious, the mussels were non existent. When I queried this the waitress said the chef had put mussel sauce on the scallops. Well a) there was no sauce on the scallops and b) the menu said creamy mussels not creamy mussel sauce. When queried with the owner she said they would take it off the menu. I was grateful that she didn't charge me for my starter. However I would have preferred to pay and get what I was promised. My husband's chicken terrine was ok but barely more than a mouthful. The roast dinner was ok. Nothing special. The selection of seasonal veg turned out to be a dessertspoonful of cabbage. Very poor. We won't be returning. UPDATE: Today I see the pub have replied to my review. I did not lie. The menu said scallop and creamy mussels. Not scallops and creamy mussel sauce and no there was no mussel sauce. Why say she would remove it from the menu if I was incorrect. And yes I did eat the starter I said the scallops were delicious so why wouldn't I eat it. There were no leeks or kale on the dessertspoon of cabbage and the roasted carrot and parsnip were listed on menu not part of selection of seasonal veg. I am dumbfounded that the owner has lied saying we were offered a complimentary drink. Thst most certainly wasnt us. Lying about customers is not the way forward in my opinion.

The couple who have just taken over The Chequers are wonderful! We turned up on Sunday eve hoping to break our long drive with a drink and park up in our van - but found it closed. (At present closed Sunday evenings through to midday Wednesday). They came out to say hello and insisted we park, asking where we’d been etc. The pub looks delightful and we’ll definitely stopover again and have a meal. Thank you for being so welcoming.

We called for a quick lunch and what a great choice. We both had the burger which was superb, the chips were ready seasoned and the side salad was a fresh delight. I had a desert off the specials board which was, warm lemon & vanilla madeleines with maserated strawberries and frozen clotted cream. A super meal with friendly & efficient staff. Recommended.

Great stopover in our motorhome en route to Spain.

A wonderful Sunday lunch, enjoyed by us all. Food was very well presented and delicious. Very friendly atmosphere and all of the team made us feel very welcome, even when we were the last to leave! We will definitely be back.

Had a really delicious Sunday dinner today and have been coming here for years, always happy with the food and service. Was a little disappointed as we asked for some gravy with our meal (as there wasn't much on the plate) and a small jug arrived which cost £1.50 which seemed a bit mean.

Fantastic food Fantastic service Highly recommend

We live locally and went because we had been told about the new Menu. The new owners have given the place a lick of paint but otherwise it is still the familiar Fullers pub. The food for dinner is a much more gastro fare now and really good. We had both the Scallop and the Beetroot starters, followed by Gnocchi and the Pork Belly for mains and ate so well we had to share the chocolate delice pudding!. A really delicious meal, in this lovely country pub. We really liked what the new 'owners' are trying to do and would recommend as the chefs obviously know how to cook. The chatty staff mentioned they are doing a sort of tapas / lite bight lunch menu as well - will pop in to try at some point.

We stopped overnight with our motorhome. The staff were very welcoming. The food was excellent A* amazing presentation and flavours. Fine dinning. Thank you. We will be back.

We were staying locally and read up on this place on Google. I had read good things and it absolutely delivered. Lovely food, more gastro pub quality food which is what I love (lovely shiraz too) Service was excellent too. Very small menu but the chef is new so think the plan is to expand it. Recommended!

Spacious, cosy pub with high quality food and excellent service. New owners doing a great job so far. Abby and Emily were friendly and welcoming and meal was delicious

Just been taken over. The team were all lovely and welcoming Food was lovely. Will be going back again when we next visit the area.

It just save my life, I was on a road trip and I can’t found any toilet(I want to go to the toilet really bad) until I found this the place looks good too

Been to this pub many times over the last few months, but visited today as new management had taken over. How disappointing!!! Shown to table & was left wasn't even asked if we wanted a drink & for a pub doing Sunday lunch there was no aroma of a roast being cooked. When we eventually ordered, we ordered 2 beef roasts. Table of 4 had their food just before us and they all complained that the food was luke warm & ours came out exactly same....luke warm. When we all complained the lady who I assume was new manager blamed it on the doors being open & a breeze blowing through & this is why the food was not hot! Definitely won't be going back!!

Well had been going here for a while with the old owners running it so thought we would try this again when it reopened , booked by phone for table of two as Web site says its closed but knew it was open anyhow , 1 person serving drinks behind the bar took 5 mins before we were spoken to explained we had booked a table and shown to our table where upon were given a bottle of water not asked if we would like a drink from the bar , took another 15 minutes before they returned and asked if we were ready to order food and drinks which we did as it being a Sunday thought make it simple were both have roast beef dinner and vegetables, approximately 20 min later people next to us were moaning ,then our food turned up both plates full of food including the veg and meat was stone cold on our table also the table next to us food was cold , they said it was due to the front door of the pub being open and a draught going straight through into the kitchen, as I've sat at many place in the pub and had lots of meals there before and never had a problem with food before there including a party of over 20 people, if you going there it's expensive £5 for a sausage roll £22 for roast beef for this I would like food to be hot when it arrives at the table , yes they did offer us a free drink if we stayed and they tired again but time was not on our side ps not sure when you cooked the food as there was no smell of food coming from the kitchen only thing we could hear was cook shouting food was ready going to be awhile before I venture back and that will probably only be for a drink

Wonderfully convenient venue just off the A34 for a family meet up. Plenty of car parking, safe grounds, lovely pub, attentive staff and great food.

Live in the village, new owners took over last week. Everyone super friendly and the food was delicious. It’s like the best home cooked meals you ever dreamed of. Highly recommend.

A nice pub. Food was lovely. The only small thing was service was slow.

Only popped in for a swift half but ended up having the cheese board, and the wonderful lady accommodated us to ensure it was big enough for 2 to share (but was enough for 4). Very friendly staff and not very busy for a Saturday afternoon but highly recommended.

Booked online for Fathers Day but didn’t have any record of us on arrival. Still offered us a table and the food was worth the wait. Had to make a few substitutions as menu items weren’t available.

We stopped overnight in our motorhome and went in for a meal. Great food, large portions. Seems popular with local people too, as it was quite busy for a Wednesday evening.

Stopped for a bit to eat . I chose the hand carved ham egg and chips and my wife the brie and bacon baguette. Both dishes when they arrived were to die for. On my plate the were two very large thick slices of ham off the bone with two fried eggs and double cooked chips. The baguette with a generous filling of bacon and brie. Simply amazing and would recommend for anybody to call in and sample their food. Bill Hemmings.

Good service but the food did not live up to expectations on our visit.

We stayed here in our motorhome for the night good food and nice worm atmosphere

Absoultly fantastic place, food was incredible I had the burger and would recommend to anyone who is going. All the staff were lovely can’t wait to go back soon

Such a cracking pub! Absolutely love visiting here. The food is incredible and will definitely keep returning. Great location and lovely atmosphere - highly recommend trying the burger specials!

1st time there, absolutely brilliant.

Rang up before I came to make sure it wasn't booked up. Was told it wasn't busy..Their was several tables available but 6 men waiting to be served at the bar...& only one lady serving behind the bar! My son was getting inpatient and we were all starving. We got bored of waiting after less than 5 mins and left! Not the first time when this has happened! I don't understand how this place is still running. They may as well shut down! Clearly still under poor management with hardly any staff! Won't be going back here again after 2nd attempt! AVOID

The food was really bad, when you lifted the fish, the oil kept flowing, the smell and taste of oil was very bad.

The food was hit and miss the pate starter was lovely the beef was beautiful but the veg not so good, the servers were run off their feet, so the service was slow

Country pub with down to earth service.

Fish and Chips looked better than it tasted. Poorly presented, bland fish and not over warm. Service was average and I was appalled to find a 10% service charge added to the bill. A disappointing experience.

A delicious Sunday lunch cooked perfectly. The staff were helpful and obliging. Great real ale. Will definitely be going again.

The pub managed to deliver a culinary experience that made one nostalgic for the nuanced flavours of a McDonald's, yet at a price point that suggested a misplaced decimal or perhaps a jest at our expense, serving as a stark reminder that patience, and not flavour, was the afternoon's speciality.

Step into The Chequers, and you’ll feel like you’ve wandered into a storybook. The thatched roof, ancient beams, and cozy corners evoke a sense of timelessness. Whether you’re seeking refuge after a countryside ramble or celebrating life’s simple pleasures, this pub wraps you in its warm embrace.

I had a business meeting and the pies on the specials were amazing for me and my colleague , I would use it again for a working lunch meeting

Really disappointed. I was looking forward to the GF options but ended up with a totally tasteless meal. Processed fake meat in a gluten free roll with chips. The “salad” was lettuce and a two hard slices of tomato. Took an hour to come as there was only one chef which we weren’t told when we came ordered it was only mentioned when I asked how long the food would be (after 45mins) Service was unfriendly. Definitely would not go again.

Lovely old pub just off A34/M40. We had two evening meals here and they were great. Easy walking distance if you're staying at Weston Manor Hotel and fancy a pint or two of the excellent beer.

Visited for the first time today, food was beautiful, yet a service charge of 10 percent had been added to my bill , that I had not discovered until I saw the receipt when I got home 112 miles away. I paid cash , not card. Ask before you take please.

Great venue, service, menu and quality. GF options really strong. Well done

Quality of the food was amazing, and perfect portion sizes. I was surprised to see a Bao bun on a Sunday pub roast menu but I would highly recommend it. The menu isn't very big but this place is definitely quality over quantity. Will definitely be going back! Good to see a vegan option too for Sunday roast.

We met relatives here today 9 of us (1 hr drive for everyone) to celebrate my 80th birthday. Pub found by chance on Google maps when looking for somewhere we could all get to. What a lucky find. Hospitality felt like that of home. Brilliant service by lovely young people, an hospitable kind friendly host, and truly excellent food. I had roast beef. Succulent and delicious. Everyone enjoyed their meals. And pricing very fair for such excellent food and service. Pub marked by us all as get-at-able for future meeting up. Thankyou all so much team.

Great stop over in Motorhome on way home from Calais Great food great service thank you Larna Definitely return

Lovely pub with great food woukd highly recommend

Excellent location with great access to the M40 and A34. Great food with some excellent specials, very good service and not too expensive. I would definitely stop here again and have no problem recommending it. They also host overnight stops for motorhomes in their car park.

I ordered basic burger, minus house sauce and pickle, the bottom half of the bun was wet from the lettuce, there was bacon in the bun that was not on the menu, the coleslaw was tasteless and warm, had not been kept in a fridge, the chips were served in a cold pot, so most were wasted, after biting down on a second bit of bone in the burger I gave up eating. To add insult to injury I was over charged for the meal.

Lovely spot , fantastic food and friendly staff

Enjoyed the family get together for Chris's birthday

Good food, and very friendly place, had a great evening

Perfectly cooked beef with a perfectly poured Guinness! 👌What more could you ask for on a Sunday afternoon. Definitely recommended.

Land Lord & Lady are perfect hosts which reflects the perfect meal for a weary traveller. Will definitely stop in again.

Lovely pub! Great staff, food! Wow that was amazing!

Service was speedy and staff friendly and attentive.

So friendly, and despite the fact we arrived late, was very welcoming, we will return!

Sunday roast day.....! Was so busy we had a table just out of the way and seemed to be left to our own devices Took our drink order rather fast (great stuff) Then took our food order and there ends the fast service we had received so far Almost an hour later 😴 and the landlord came across and said the chef is preping our food And will be with us very soon 3 tables later (all of which came in 30 mins after us) we finally got our food This is why I've reflected the ratings as so Don't think we will call again as this was quite distressing for our child Not value for the money due yo all the waiting and no offer of any reduction in cost due to the wait

Lovely little pub, friendly staff and happy for camper vans to stop over. I had the lentil shepherd's pie which was very filling.

just popped into this pub for a drink. Very nice pub, quite expensive. Food looked good but I didn't have any.

Parked here overnight in our motorhome . Little bit pricey, but we thought it was worth it. Can be cheaper if you dont drink . Big car park nice and quiet, if you want to park up overnight ring and book in.

Visited for lunch en route to Portsmouth. Ideal location just off the M40/A34 - so much better than the services. We will definitely use again

Had a lovely ploughman's meal here. A great pub with bags of atmosphere.

Muy buena comida y atención. ¡Gracias!

Excellent Sunday lunch - I will definitely have the roast beef again. Mmmmmmmmm delicious.

Simply simply lovely! What a great place to eat and drink. If you're in the neighbourhood, do NOT skip this. Great food, great service! Highly recommended.

Treat yourself if you are hungry or thirsty call in at The Chequers at Weston On The Green, all of the meals that I have had there have been excellent. Either meat or fish, I've never been disappointed. Friendly staff, the pub is spotlessly clean.

Staff were extremely helpful and friendly, I've only given 4 stars for atmosphere because it was late on a Tuesday evening, so wouldn't expect anything else.

Lovely food (but a little pricey) Service and atmosphere were great from the team here, very welcoming and accommodating.

Had a lovely dinner here when the Friday traffic was too much! Dropped in without booking looking for a good meal and had a great break off the road with a lovely view. Doggy friendly too which was great as we were travelling with our pooch! Service had a smile too. Recommend!

Good pub food. Staff very friendly and helpful.

One of the best pub lunches I've had for a long time. Highly recommended

Thoroughly recommend the Sunday Roast. They also have an extensive beer garden.

A lovely peaceful CarPark to overnight in our motorhome and great food in the pub.

A lovely country pub with friendly helpful staff and excellent food and beverages, just a minute off the A34 on the north bound carriageway. Great fish and chip lunch, huge portion and very tasty. Loved the mural commemoration of H.M. Queen Elizabeth.

Had Sunday lunch, the roast beef was very good the Yorkshire puddings,roast potatoes and veg were all great as well. The pub is very pretty and the staff were efficient and friendly. I would definitely eat there again and recommend it.

Fab find when visiting the area. Staff super friendly and accommodating. Would definitely recommend and we will be visiting again!

Super vriendelijk personeel en het eten is lekker, de wijn ook.

2 burgers no drinks £34 ! 1st round £14 second round same drinks £17,95 !!!! Place empty no atmospher over priced badic food .

Great food, great service. Homemade Lasagne was delicious as was the crumble for desert.

Nice Sunday lunch for fathers day with family.

Wonderful place , great food, and the staff are brilliant. Five stars

Great relaxation after struggling on the A34 traffic melee..

Great pub, lovely location, beautiful building!

Great country pub with good food. Nice garden. Will be returning.

We had the most delicious Sunday roast and grilled fish. Nice quality and good value for money. And if that wasn’t enough,a beautiful (thatched roof) pub! Will come back again soon.

Absolutely amazing! If you are either staying, visiting, live local etc etc you need to try this pub! A lovely welcoming atmosphere, Dog friendly, the food was gorgeous and OMG the Pub owners (Mr&Mrs) are/ were the best (such genuinely lovely people)!! I absolutely love this place - I would be in every night if I was not passing through! Thank you for such a lovely evening in your pub - I will definitely be back :)

What a fantastic place. Beautiful location, historic building and amazing efficient, friendly staff. If you’re in the neighbourhood come here you won’t be disappointed.

After driving around for 90 mins looking for a pub that did food yesterday evening we eventually found this absolute gem of a pub. The food was really good with great GF options including an amazing GF battered fish which is hard, nigh impossible, to find usually. Lovely staff too! Wishing now they could move their pub nearer to our home in Dorset!