Looking for a classy place to eat dinner? Check out Checker’s Bistro! My wife took me here for my birthday dinner. It was the first time for both of us, and we were quite pleased with the service and food! We had the roasted beet salad and lobster mac n cheese for our appetizers. I wasn’t very excited when she mentioned that she wants to order beet salad. So I ordered the mac n cheese (normally we share an appetizer), but the beet salad was almost better than the mac n cheese, which comes with Gruyere and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. We ate the grilled prosciutto & fig pizza and beef bourguignon for our entrées. The bourguignon was great comfort food for a cold December night. So much so that our dinner was over around 7:30, and we both wanted to go home and sleep. 😀
Wonderful restaurant! The atmosphere of the place is fine dining but the price is affordable. Lighting is a little dark. Our server Laura was sweet and attentive. They ran out of what I ordered but gave me a comparable (more expensive)plate for the same (lesser) price of what I ordered: thank you! The portions are generous which is atypical for fine dining. The food is awesome! The wine list is extensive. They have beer as well from local brewers. Great place for a for a date night!
Only my second visit, but I seriously really like this place. We went during happy hour at the bar and sampled a few different items off of that menu. But, if you don't know already, the duck tacos here are one of the best bites of food you can get in Lancaster. Duck, fried wonton, hoisin sauce, cilantro and maybe...guac? So good - we ordered two plates of them. The risotto balls were delicious. They also made a good lobster and brie pizza with fantastic dough, nice cheese...but way too much arugula. The greens were overpowering the subtle taste of the lobster.
Oh, a nice Manhattan and fresh Firestone Walker didn't hurt anything. Very much looking forward to going back.
My wife and I have been attending Checkers since 2014. It is our absolute favorite fine dining experience in Lancaster. What I think works best for us is that Checkers has a younger feel and atmosphere with all of the expectations of fine dining. Napkins are folded when you leave the table, extra silverware is presented when needed (without asking) by using a napkin to hold the silver so it is never touched by hands other than mine, Sonya always gives us recommendations that we trust, it is clear that the staff KNOWS the menu, we are never badgered by staff but always cared for, our reservation is always met without issue, and there has never once been a problem with our meal. The chef and his staff always have something new to try and they always deliver on their quality. Attached are photos of their duck liver pate, their swordfish special, and their classic coffee crusted filet mignon that my wife always gets.
Absolutely recommend!
Conventional cuisine in a classy atmosphere. The dessert was definitely a highlight. Duck tacos were novel and delicious.
Made reservations for our anniversary. My food was great. I had meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and snow peas. My wife ordered chicken Alfredo instead of seafood Alfredo and they were happy to make that for her. Our beers we're good and they gave us a free little dessert with a rose at the end. Our waiter was attentive and nice to work with. Can't wait to come back.
We all got the chicken, and it was amazing! Lovely ambience, great service, and the food was wonderful. Loved the 1920's "speakeasy" music playing, not too loud to enjoy conversation, but loud enough to set the mood. To top things off, we mentioned that we were celebrating my new job, and they surprised us with an after-dinner sorbet for everyone! What a classy and thoughtful touch!
Very nice place great service and great food.
The order was taken placed cooked and served perfectly. A great place for a business dinner a family dinner or any occasion in between. A definite go
Great meal. The Peking duck tacos were amazing! Excellent waitstaff. Attentive without being overbearing.
Wow.super cool place. Excellent service and the food was fantastic!
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