Bar pub in Reading

“Very sadly this wonderful live music venue is now closed, as no alternative location could be found despite heroic efforts by many people. Its premises were in the ground floor of a multi storey car park which is condemned due to failing concrete. Bids are being taken for the excellent sound, lighting and other fittings and equipment. I'm in tears at the loss of The Couch. May its spirit live on elsewhere.”

“We hosted a baby shower here, and it was amazing! We had just over 80 people and the staff were all so accommodating and helpful. Anything we had forgot, they had and provided for us. Very friendly and welcoming. The venue itself is also beautiful and was set up especially to accommodate us bringing our own food. We appreciate all the help we had in setting up and packing away. We will definitely be back! And recommending the place to everyone. Thank you again so much for helping to make our day one to remember.”

“Did a super job looking after 50 of us, really lovely staff, dog friendly. It's a small pub but it's homely has a fireplace and a little upstairs area, along with a cute garden space.”

“We had a lovely family celebration here last Sunday lunchtime. There we eight of us ranging from us in our seventies to a one year old. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and the service was excellent. The food was delicious and varied - something to suit all tastes, beautifully cooked and served hot and all at the same time which is quite a feat when we had all chosen different dishes. We were seated in an oval table in the window which was just perfect. After our meal we were able to enjoy the sunshine in the large garden at the back. We will definitely visit again.”

“Great club with cheaper beer than in most pubs. Lots of things going on including billiards snooker,darts and three large TV screens to view sports.”

“Very friendly & cheap prices. Have brilliant tribute nights, quiz nights & bingo. Open lunch time Sat & Sun as well as evenings.”

“A little bit of Italy in Marlow! I have been a customer of Satollo for many years....most definitely the best coffee in Marlow, Henley - everywhere in fact! The cafe interior is rustic and has a fabulous vibe and the outdoor seating in Summer or Autumn with the canopy and heaters make for a cosy place to sit. The cafe may be small, however, the food they serve is plentiful and delicious from Pesto Bruschetta (my favourite) Parmigiana, cheese/meat boards served beautifully and often can not be finished so you go home with a box! and another favourite, Grigliato sandwich or salad....yum! The staff are very polite and friendly and the new Manageress, Karolina is quick, efficient and able to "read" the room resulting in the service she and her staff give to be first class. It says it all when the young students come back to work there year after year! They remember your name and your coffee choice (which I love) and even ask after my elderly mother who visits now and again. The fresh homemade cakes and pastries are amazing....chocolate croissant being my grandchildren's favourite and the lemon cannoli is a must! Whether it is lunch/coffee with friends or a peaceful half hour on your own sipping a lovely cup of coffee or glass of wine, I would definitely recommend a visit to Satollo. Enjoy!”

“The service here is absolutely brilliant - that is what hits you when you arrive first arrive. We were welcomed by Peter - who is an absolute master of his craft and so charming. Our lunch was delicious and the whole atmosphere was just perfect on a really grey and damp Saturday lunchtime. We will be back soon. Thank you”

“This place is incredible, it has a fantastic mixture of dinning and drinking. The food is amazing from the starters to the deserts. I’ve been many of times and I am never afraid to change my order as every single food on the menu is just cooked to perfection. My kids also loved their food but more importantly they loved the staff, the staff are very friendly and warming, Leo the gentleman that runs it is one of the nicest guys I’ve met and he was the reason I started going there. He worked at another restaurant a few years ago and because of his great service he provided, me and my wife had to follow him on his new ventures. Honestly if you need a good affordable lunch, date night, family dinner or even a drink this place is a must. Thank you Leo and the team for being amazing!”

“Selfridges’ window displays have always been a visual treat, and their Christmas displays are especially impressive. This year, they’ve partnered with Disney—more precisely, Disney is sponsoring all the holiday window displays, as well as some interior décor, including the iconic Christmas Shop. As my daughter and I walked past Selfridges, we couldn’t help but stop and take photos of every window. She asked, “What’s the connection between Disney and Selfridges that makes this partnership make sense?” A good question. For starters, Selfridges would be investing in elaborate Christmas displays regardless. And Disney, with its beloved characters and family-friendly films, is already a major part of the holiday entertainment landscape. But there’s more: earned media. Without this partnership, most people wouldn’t visit a Disney store or theme park just to take photos and share them online. But now, thanks to Selfridges’ prime location and footfall, Disney is receiving a flood of organic social media exposure—mine included. From a marketing perspective, this is a brilliant collaboration. Selfridges benefits from eye-catching displays and likely savings on decoration costs. Disney gains massive brand visibility and indirect promotion for its content and platforms like Disney+. A smart, win-win partnership that makes the season a little more magical for everyone.”

“Friendly attentive staff. Delicious food. Help with choice of wines. Excellent service. Well appointed refurbished rooms. Located in a nice area. Car required. Dog friendly.”

“Fantastic food, great service, and a really warm atmosphere. We were a group of 15 booked in for a Christmas meal on a busy Friday night, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The food was piping hot, well presented, and delicious. The staff were friendly, efficient, and did a brilliant job of getting everyone into the Christmas spirit.”

“A beautiful place to relax and have food and drink. Im adding this review in 2025 August. We stopped here for a coffee and relaxing in the front garden. It was absolutely a great experience. Staff are so attentive, polite and the service is very good. We loved our espresso and hot chocolate with shortbread biscuits. We go go back for a full menu sometime soon. The tird time, we had dinner and I shared photos. Great service and lovely food. I would go back again with a group to have another lovely experience. Thanks to Rebecca and other staff who served us, and the chefs.”

“I've had several meals here now and it never disappoints!! The food is outstanding, the service is always with a smile and I'm now a huge Spice Merchant fan!! Great place to meet with friends or pop for meal with my partner. Love it :)”

“I’m a regular Sunday night patron who has always had excellent service from Ellie. I popped in tonight (Tuesday) for a pint and the wonderful Ellie was as attentive as ever. Always love the banter and humour from the bar staff and keeps me coming back for more.”

“Amazing food, service and atmosphere… the food choices are superb and often times hard to find elsewhere. The staff is amazing friendly and know their menu, perfect for a date night family night or just some friends. Highly recommend. Now to be clear I ordered some more expensive items but I was very impressed about the presentation and the quality was more than enough for two…”

“Great time.e spent with family over a birthday meal. Food was very tasty, well presented and fairly priced. Good choice of drinks too. Staff very friendly contributing to a brilliant dining experience overall - thoroughly recommend.”

“We had never been to this pub before but wanted a change to our local. The food was amazing!!! Couldn't fault a thing. Would highly recommend for a Sunday roast. Also such a lovely cosy atmosphere, service very friendly and welcoming.”

“We were well looked after by a Trojan of a landlady- food was hot, quickly served and good quality. I’ve never been served so quickly in a busy pub- a dying art. The ales are very well kept. Lovely atmosphere. We will return”

“Nice pub supporting the local community which is great to see.”

“We have enjoyed our time having our dinner. Great food & drinks, great service by Brook and Tracey. We’ve been served a surprised cake on our special occasion today. Thank you so much. For sure, we will come back and dine in again at this excellent branch of Miller & Carter.”

“Went for a Christmas dinner with my friends last night and had such an amazing time. Jules the host was so sweet and welcoming. Our server was equally incredible (sorry I forgot his name, but I think he’s French) he was so patient with us. The food was great, thank you for the great night. Will definitely comes back again.”

“Had a lovely visit to Miller and Carter today. We were served by Joe who was a lovely, friendly and happy. He was very knowledgeable about the menu. I had the duck and mango salad and it was very tasty (just slightly to many chillies). We were there to celebrate my son's graduations and a birthday and they brought over free desserts for both and sang happy birthday. Brilliant visit and will definitely visit again.”

“Lovey cozy pub. Had one of my best ever roast dinners here, the Yorkshire Puddings are special! Staff are friendly and accommodating.”

“The best thing about this place is the team, such a warm welcome who were helpful with a slightly disabled member of our group. Thank you Alex and apologies if i got your name wrong. The food was tasty and reasonably priced and we loved the wall/door murals.”

“I've been a regular at Laz Tadim for over 5 years now. If you're local, you probably already know how good they are, but if you're new, keep reading. Laz Tadim is not your average UK kebab shop. The place is spacious, bright, and always spotless with friendly staff. You can really see how efficient and popular they are, especially during peak hours. On quieter days, you might even get to chat with the owner or others serving you. I’ve genuinely never seen such high quality packaging from any takeaway in my 18 years in the UK. They pay attention to the little things, and it shows. We usually go for the chicken shish, which comes with freshly baked bread and fresh salad. The freshness and quality are always spot on. Portions are very good, and everything tastes clean and well prepared. I haven’t had steaming hot bread with grilled meat like this anywhere else in the UK. We also enjoy their doners and grilled chicken wings now and then. I’ve tried their fish and chips a few times when ordering just for myself, and it's excellent too. And if you're into sauces, definitely try the Turkish Ezme. It’s a homemade sweet and spicy tomato and herb mix that my wife absolutely loves. Pro tip: order directly through their website for collection. It's quick, easy, and they often throw in a little something extra, which is always a nice surprise.”

“So fab! Really warm and welcoming service. Some posters about the history on the walls would've been cool! (Although you can read all about King Charles I and the bowling green online!) Food was delicious too and can absolutely recommend the Camembert cheese pot!”

“You will find it hard to get a better place to eat or drink..The ambience is delightful along with the food and staff. Warm fires in the winter months or enjoy peaceful outdoor countryside seating in the summer, with a ford close by for the children to paddle in. Also very dog friendly. 10/10”

“Really liked this pub! Service was really good and the food was delicious. The interior of this pub was really unusual with tall ceilings. Love it”

“My family and I visited The Shurlock Inn for the first time as it was suggested to me by a colleague at work. We were greeted by the team and very quickly placed our orders. I would say we must have waited max 10-15 mins for the food to arrive at our table! We chose to go for Sunday roasts which were beautifully presented, everything tasted so fresh. We also went for desserts. Again, everything was presented nicely and tasted excellent. Our only thing which could be improved potentially is the thickness of the gravy/custard as these both seemed on the watery side. I did not let this reflect the rating as everybody has their own preference for gravy! We definitely will return. Thank you again. Courtney & Family.”