Champs Chicken - Lawrence

Very pitiful excuse for customer service. They decided that because the dates on my ten dollar off coupon were printed wrong (my coupon was not expiring for three more months) that they would not honor it even though it was not expired by any means. Very happy to say I will not be revisiting this store again.

Although I've always appreciated Checkers, I rarely find myself here. Probably because I have to drive another mile from my house, hardly an inconvenience. So yesterday paid a visit there and was mentally jarred by the fact that I found a favorite sparkling water that's always in the refrigerator and a whopping $1 less per bottle than where I normally obtain it. Ouch. Wasn't even aware it was carried here. Then found a couple more items, made a stop at my usual destination solely to check prices. I've getting gouged for the same products. So, yea, the sort of somewhat underwhelming interior of the store, the bag your own groceries at checkout and no frills display admit it, we shop with our eyes are there for a reason if you can go and save enough to fill up your tank with gas in a week. Actually, who drives anywhere these days? I go around town on the same tank for a month. I digress. Checkers is going to start getting more of my business in the future, for sure. And yes, the produce is miles better than the pricier Dillon's (pretty much the dominant grocer in the city) in both directions.

Most of the food didn't look good in the case. I threw caution to the wind and ate here anyway, picking the best-looking items, but I had some misgivings about this meal that were so strong I didn't eat it all. I should have known what I was in for when I saw the wedges appeared to have been in the case for hours longer than they should have. Was hungry though, and now am not hungry. Three stars, but only just.

The chicken was crispy coated, tender, and cooked clear through. The mac and cheese had a strong cheddar flavor. The green beans were cooked in a meat broth and were very good.

Loooove this grocery store! It was way bigger than I anticipated and tons of selection with lots of unique ethnic sections as well.