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Downtown - Checkers restaurant
3.8

Checkers

  • Downtown
  • $$
  • American
  • Bar
  • Food
    okay
  • Vibe
    bad
  • Perks
    okay

Food: Unremarkable fare, high fare

There's nothing remarkable about Checkers' Pan-seared ahi tuna or Mixed Berried Shortcake. While the Seared Foie Gras might be opulent, the overall taste experience leaves much to be desired. Customers expressed disappointment over gamey meats and heavily priced, underwhelming variety offered on the menu.

  • Large Portions

    Portions defined as 'generous,' 'more than adequate,' and 'just right.'

  • Okay Taste

    Overall good food, though sometimes unremarkable or lacking in variety.

  • Bad Variety

    Menu limited, not suitable for picky eaters, lacks variety, repetitive.

Top 3 dishes at Checkers

  1. 1

    Mixed Berried Shortcake 🏆

    Fresh farmer's market berries top off this delicious dessert delightfully.

    Mixed Berried Shortcake dish
  2. 2

    Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna

    Pan-seared ahi tuna packed with great flavor, nicely complemented by salad.

    Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna dish
  3. 3

    Seared Maine Diver Sea Scallops

    Scallops packed with flavor, fresh succotash, hand made pasta complement.

    Seared Maine Diver Sea Scallops dish

Vibe: Subdued quiet, lacking buzz

While the decor at Checkers might elicit a faint praise for its comfortable furnishings, the almost eerie quiet adds to its charmless appeal. The view from the rooftop pales in comparison to the lack of genuine buzz in the restaurant. Sure, it might make for a decent date night, but the general vibe fails to impress.

  • Great Drinks

    Extensive, creative cocktails and weekly themed drinks highly praised

  • Okay For Dates

    Some find decor and setup suitable for dates but mention cons.

  • Negative Buzz

    Almost empty, not visually appealing, and lacking variety.

Perks: Complicated reservations, over priced parking

Checkers seems to take a cruel pleasure in making it as difficult to dine there as possible. The overpriced, valet-only parking, and a reservation process more complicated than a Rubik's cube do not make it a convenient eating spot. While the staff's friendliness and the tranquil outdoor seating offer some solace, it's not enough to justify the frustration.

  • Easy To Hear

    Quiet atmosphere conducive for conversation and intimate dining experiences.

  • Okay Service

    Staff was generally friendly, though some experiences showed inconsistencies.

  • Hard To Reserve

    Reservation process cumbersome with unnecessary complication.