Reviews in Blackburn

The staff were very good and the atmosphere was lovely. The food looked very nice, but unfortunately it tasted very bland. It was very expensive for what it was and we would be reluctant to go again unless we hear of better reviews,

I went last month with my family and it was excellent. Great value for money, I will definitely be going back.

A perfect (long) lunch venue, outstanding value for the quality, flavour and presentation of the food you are served. Unlike other restaurants their 'set' lunch menu food quality is not compromised despite being at a cost of less than you can pay in some pubs. Relaxed atmosphere, attentive service, real log fires, just perfect.

THE BEST FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE KEEP IT UP!!!

Cannot fault the food, it was perfect, and imaginatively presented to boot. Service was impeccable but would prefer a more lively ambience - can get stuffy at times.

We called in mid-week and were more than satisfied with the great choice of food. Service was excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. We noticed that the Sylhet did a roaring trade in "take away". Will almost certainly go again.

I would say that this was quite an experience, this is one of these places where you can feel that the staff although proud of their work don't set out to make you feel out of place and this is such breath of fresh air when dining on the so called fine dining scene nowadays. I would say that you are probably looking at one of the north west foodists destination of the near future especially if you consider the level of the competition around. I would say that if the neighbouring one star michelin are means of assessing this restaurant it would already be 2 stars in my book highly recommended

We held our Wedding Reception here in May 2006 and I really cannot sing highly enough of it. The entire day was perfect, the staff were faultless and made us feel like royalty. The food was to die for and we are still receiving compliments 12 months on about the pink champagne! Thank you Northcote for a truly memorable day.

Fantastic the toilets were very clean. marvellous meal marvellous service marvellous staff Brilliant

Have been going here for a good number of years. Generally good Italian cuisine but not many italian staff! Despite always booking never expect to sit down usually up to an hour later than your booking time. Also they also seem to have a high staff turnover of waiting-on staff, usually college age people. Went recently and no rest period between first and second course which I find unacceptable. Despite the above the spare ribs are our fave...the garlic bread to die for... the pollo ala creme yum yum and my favourite the calzone pizza

This area is lacking of fine dining and cassis is definitely setting its stall out with talk of a Michelin star. I think there is a way to go. The place itself is welcoming and the manager was very attentive. When aiming so high everything has to be almost perfect. The food was very good, not sure about whole black peppercorns to ruin a nice beef dish, when the flavours are so delicate this is far too overpowering. i found the other staff to be less than knowledgeable about the food and I don’t like eyes burning into my head waiting for us to finish. Tell the chefs to stay in the kitchen instead of rummaging in the cutlery draw for all to see. Maybe I’m being picky but when you are asking for such accolades these things must be addressed. That said the other dishes are of 2/3 rosette standard and overall the evening was quite pleasant.

the best food i have ever had in my life and i will surely recommend others

Called in on spec and got the last table for 2 at 6.30 on a Saturday evening. Smart waiters every where. Menu was limited enough to believe it's all cooked fresh, none of this 20 pages of dishes straight from the microwave! Hot and sour soup to die for, crispy duck almost too much and main meals so fresh........ Not cheap but you get what you pay for and I've never paid for better prepared Chinese food.

came recommended as the best place in blackburn to eat. booked a 21st birthday party for 16 of us. Absolutely brilliant

had not been in for a few years and we were very impressed and now consider ourselves regulars . well recommended

We have been regulars for some time, and the atmosphere is great. I even proposed to my wife there. You do have to wait a while when its busy, but a lot of Italians do this, and I think that it adds to the atmosphere, especially if you drink whilst waiting..! If you don't want to wait, I suggest you go mid week or on a hot, sunny Saturday night when people are having Barbeques. That way you can walk straight to a table if you want. The food is really excellent. Spaghetti Amatriciana at 8 quid is a favourite, as is the Pate starter, and the prices are generally cheap considering its good quality. However, if you fancy a blow out, there's loads of fuller meals to tempt you. I agree that the tables / decor is a bit dated, but I think that this also adds to the old tratoria charm. We went to Sorrento last year, and I never say a plush "next style" leather backed chair / poncy chrome all the time I was there...? All in all, its probably the nearest that you are likely to get to a traditional Italian restaurant in the Blackburn / Preston area. You may think this is a bold statement, but we have tried a lot of Italians around the Blackburn area, i.e. Francos in ossy and Langho, The Scicilian place near the walton arms (just off the M65), Amico Mios in Clitheroe, That place in Bamber Bridge? These are all very good restaurants, but Checcos really does have an edge. The staff are also almost all Italian, and if you fancy it, they even help you with the Lingo....? So that I give a balanced view, the slightly less positive sides are that they no longer do cheap Caraffes of Wine, for those budget nights, so you have to go for the real stuff, but this is only standard price, i.e. 12 quid upwards. There specials are also very static if you go a lot (as we do), but if its your first trip, then I suppose they'll still be special to you. I have heard that they are soon to revamp the waiting area soon, so hopefully, this will sort the decor for those who like a sparkle when they go out. Hopefully, it won't lose its charm though... Enjoy..!

The mid-week table d'hote menu is excellent value with a good choice, including wine. If you prefer a much wider choice then the a' la carte menu is superb with very generous portions. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Booking recommended especially at peak times.

We went to the Live Band night on one Friday. The band was great and the atmosphere was fab. We are going again very soon, cant wait!