Checkmate Inn 94 North Country Road, Setauket- East Setauket, NY 11733

"Fun local spot with darts and pinball! Cash only but they have an ATM. Free popcorn!"

"Great neighborhood bar with good service, darts and an outside fire pit. Best Halloween party every year!"

"While I understand every bar has a right to refuse service to whomever they choose, I have been continuously disappointed by Checkmates hospitality towards my girlfriends and I. They refuse to accept out of state IDs and while I understand the motive , I urge them to reassess their vetting process as it is obvious that the majority of the population in checkmate are out of state New York underage people. Still, they make it a point to refuse any out of state IDs and fail to give adequate justification. My nine roommates and I carry a tribe among us- all of whom are 21+- and while we never wish to disparage local places, we have been continuously disappointed by the treatment as to which checkmate has provided us. I hope they reassess their vetting process to subscribe to what they say they preach; that being, letting in mature, of age people, who can handle themselves, instead of the fake underage tourists who claim to be of-age “New Yorkers”. Perhaps this will minimize the discrimination. Do better because we truly want to support you, but are sadly running out of patience."

"Very homey and cozy place, both outside and inside. The beer selection is varied and very good, and the drinks are very affordable. Friendly staff members. Aside from outside seating and a cozy little bar, there's not much else to the place, other than an area for darts. Tends to attract the 20-something to early 30's crowd on weeknights, but since it's close to Stonybrook U, that's to be expected. Just one drawback, though: it's cash only and no tabs, so be forewarned."

"Such a great night. The bartender, Dave, was very friendly and attentive. Great crowd. No food, but you can order from local restaurants."