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    4.9 (57 reviews)
    InexpensiveFast Food
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Ollie Burger: two beef patties, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, and bacon.
    Sean K.

    Checkers restaurant is straight out of the past. It's a roadside side burger-joint owned and operated by a husband and wife for the past 27 years. The service provided by Kathy, a southern belle, is sweet, attentive, and genuine. And the food, just like mom and dad made those long gone summer days some years ago, is equally measured to the ambiance and experience of each visit. And don't bring a credit card or debit because it's not accepted. Remember, cash is still king!

    Swiss Mushroom Burger, Onion Rings & Banana Milkshake
    L N.

    I found this place - exactly what I was looking for at lunchtime- because I made a wrong turn! (The Universe was looking out for me!) I ordered the Swiss Mushroom Burger, Onion Rings & Banana Shake. They were all excellent!

    Bacon Cheeseburger, Rootbeer shake

    We were happy we found this cute little drive-in restaurant! We ordered the Bacon Cheeseburger, fries, onion rings, and shakes. All were tasty. The burgers were bigger and better than fast food chains. Owners are extremely friendly and happy you visited. A great place to stop for a quick bite. Cash only.

    Yes they're open y'all!!!
    Krista B.

    First off, this place is Open and has been going on 27 years strong! They close for a few weeks between late December and January. Otherwise, open all the time. Don't know why Yelp hasn't corrected that fact. I was a bit annoyed that I couldn't do a check in because it was allegedly closed. (Hopefully the review police will see that!) Now that that's off my chest, Checkers is a little gem located on the border of Perry and Madison. They are an old school, cash only, Ma & Pa run establishment that makes some of the best burgers and shakes around. Their onion rings and breaded shrooms are great, too. Heck, you just can't go wrong with whatever you get! I ordered the grilled cheese with caramelized onions, crispy onion rings and a chocolate malt. The grilled cheese was a bit salty but good. My hubby got the chicken sandwich. Very tasty. The lady that runs it is sweet as sweet tea! I can't say enough good things about Checkers! A must visit if you're in the area!

    Kathy of Team "John & Kathy"
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    Perry, Ohio - "Checkers" is owned & operated by wife & husband team of "smilin' Kathy & grill-master John" ... "Home of the Best Burger in the World" claim made me u-turn for the challenge - I have had different, but NEVER better! ... add owner/operated, loyal interactive customers, a business that is turning 30, quality tasty-riffic hand-patty'd beef that requires 2 hands to eat and you have the Best Burger of the "Run-A-Way Bill" "Coddiwomple 2019" (burger in each of 48 states) ... the signature burger is the "Olley Deluxe" for only $4.59 ... I added my 1st ever Banana Milkshake (complete with banana chunks) & it was yummy-riffic "Run-A-Way Bill" was here! ... and will return 07.29.19

    Best "fresh never frozen" bacon double cheeseburger, take note Wendy's, 5 Guys, B.K & McDonalds...

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    Absolutely the best fast food restaurant I've ever been to. Service is top notch !!!!

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    3 years ago

    Amazing fries and shakes, friendly owners! Classic drive-in menu. Cash only. Closes for the winter.

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    The best.Service is the best. Milkshakes are like back in the old days.French fries are the best in lake County.

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    3 years ago

    Burgers here are actually real burgers! Hand pressed and delicious! Way better than any fast food restaurant!

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    Lady was so friendly and sweet, burgers were delicious and carefully made, fries were awesome, and best onion rings I've ever had.

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    Amazing mom and pop shop! I love a great burger like this! First time today and can't wait to go back!!! Tubby approves!!!

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    Super awesome food from a local couple. The friendliest service with amazing prices, even in this economy! Milkshakes are so so good!

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    So yummy abs very nice folks! Burger and milkshake were delicious and service was great!

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    These have to be some of the best burgers around. So nice to find a place that really puts quality into their food.

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    5 years ago

    This place has awesome prices, food and service. We go there every week now for the burgers and ham subs and the fair fries are amazing

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