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The Chequers at Burcot Restaurant - The Chequers at Burcot, Burcot, Oxfordshire

The Chequers at Burcot

4.7
4.7
1245 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Outstanding food, fine wines & ales, an extensive cocktail menu and a warm, friendly atmosphere
 await you at The Chequers at Burcot!

Since 2006, multi award winning chef Steven Sanderson has been delighting his customers with a beautiful selection of delicious dishes that offer traditional values with a modern twist.

Come and relax within our 400 year old inn beneath the ancient beams, and enjoy your meal in contemporary decor near an open fire that burns throughout the year.

We opened 9 new boutique rooms in 2019 and these, together with the restaurant, means that The Chequers at Burcot in South Oxfordshire is perfect for those looking for a getaway, a staycation or accommodation for a business trip.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01865 407771
  • Payment Options
    Contactless Payment
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Sanderson
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What 1,245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Overall

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Food

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Service

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Ambience

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Value

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Good for business meals

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Romantic

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Chequers at Burcot offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional food" and "fantastic service." Guests praise the "amazing Sunday roast," "attentive staff," and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Personal touches for special occasions enhance the experience. While slightly pricier, many find the quality and ambiance "worth every penny."

1,245 Reviews
  1. Nicola

    Oxford

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent birthday meal, attentive staff and even gave a birthday card. Will 100% be back
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Nicola, It was a pleasure to host you today for your partners birthday. We are so delighted you had a great time with us and look forward to welcoming you back again. Take care. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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  2. Simone

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely warm atmosphere, super friendly and helpful waiting staff, great food. Such a perfect Sunday lunch 😍
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Simone, Thank you so much for your truly kind words. We are delighted you had such a fabulous time with us and hope to welcome you back again soon. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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  3. Duncan

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff were attentive and helpful (when engaged), but seemed to be overloaded e.g. it was an effort to get their attention. The decor is unusual... just delightful if you like the stuffed heads of African wildlife looming over your dining table. The chef is clearly making an effort to present his food attractively; but aren't teetering towers a little 'yesterday'? My fried crispy duck (salad) and softshell crab both tasted the same - old fryolator oil. My mother's cod was certainly overcooked and looked like it had been frozen at some point on its journey from ocean to Burcot. Disappointed, will not go back. Will warn-off friends and family.
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Duncan, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience with us was disappointing. Please know that this is not the reaction we typically receive from our guests, and it sounds as though we may have had an off day during your visit. We take great pride in both our service and the quality of our food, so your comments are concerning to us. We’d greatly appreciate the opportunity to make this right and demonstrate the high standards we’re known for. Please contact me directly on 07397 887633 or 01865 407771, and we would be delighted to arrange a return visit for you. We’re confident that another experience with us will leave you with a much better impression. I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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  4. Ralf

    Oxford

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Loveless, tasteless food. They should rather limit the choice and focus on taste. I had a chicken paté which tasted only of pepper, came with some awful onion jam that didn’t work with the paté and some ordinary, rather soggy toast. The crispy pork belly was just unseasoned chunks of pork belly thrown into the deep fat fryer. A friend had a chicken breast caesar salad with tough, dry chicken and a horrible ready made dressing. Another friend had what they called the World’s best Fish & Chips and it was rather ordinary and less than average in quality.
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hello Ralf, We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations, as this is not the standard we strive for at The Chequers at Burcot. Had these issues been brought to our attention during your meal, we would have been more than happy to address them immediately and ensure a better outcome for you and your party. I would love the opportunity to change your mind and show you what we’re truly capable of. Please contact me directly on 07397 887 633 or 01865 407771 to arrange a return visit. I'm confident we can provide a dining experience that meets the high standards we set for ourselves and that our guests expect. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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  5. Martin

    Oxford

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and staff made our Anniversary meal even more special. Thank you everyone!!!!
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Martin, Thank you so much for your wonderful comments and allowing us to host your special day. You're welcome back with us anytime so please don't be a stranger. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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  6. Andrew

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quite frankly, this is the best place in Oxfordshire to eat quality food in a tremendous setting with amazing staff. This is my go to place when I want a business lunch, celebration dinner or family get together.
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Andrew, Truly delighted with your lovely comments. You are a valued customer to us and always will be. Look forward to welcoming you back again in the near future. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager

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  7. Claire

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Sunday lunch! The open fire was amazing and so was the service and food. Absolutely delicious, thank you
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Claire, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We loved hosting you and hope to do it again in the near future. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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  8. Blayne

    Tampa

    37 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Super meal as always. Thank you for letting me share my 50th with you! Food always superb and great ambience in the bar area.
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Blayne, Thank you for allowing us to host your 50th! We hope to do it again for many years to come. See you soon. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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  9. Jenny

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was the best burger I’ve had in years - awesome!
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Jenny, Great to hear! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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  10. Andy

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice food and great service. Lovely restaurant and ambience 😀
    The Chequers at BurcotResponded on 19 November 2024
    Hi Andy, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It was a pleasure hosting you and hope to welcome you back soon. Many thanks, Mac Osborne. Manager.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for The Chequers at Burcot

Abingdon Rd, Burcot, Oxfordshire OX14 3DP

Additional information

  • Area
    Abingdon
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Loose gravel parking lot
  • Payment Options
    Contactless Payment
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Sanderson
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan
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