Bistro in Reading

“Really enjoyed our breakfast here, Friendly staff, excellent portion size and the coffee was great!!!”

“This food was so amazing and delicious I reccomen you to come to come here best food in uk”

“Visited for the first time last weekend, and absolutely loved the food and the vibe! The part-time waitress we had was amazing and a lovely lady that definitely looked after us! Please note that service can take a while, we stayed over 2 hours for a main and a dessert!”

“13 of us had Christmas lunch in early December. No words can describe it. Brilliant, fantastic. The food was hot, perfectly cooked. The service was exceptional.”

“Parked near Waitrose on the way to have dinner with my wife at on of Farnham's High Street restaurants. However, on the way we noticed this small Italian restaurant and as the menu looked good we decided to give it a try. It was very early so we were the first customers, hence the 4-stars for Atmosphere. However it began to fill up as we left. The Owner and waiter welcomed us and they were very friendly. The food was excellent (and I mean excellent) - some of the best Italian food we have had. We dine out fairly regularly so we do not say this lightly. I really could not fault anything - the starters, the mains even the coffee was perfect It was also nice to find a restaurant that was more of a family business rather than one of the national chain establishments. I can not recommend this restaurant highly enough and if you are in Farnham then I strongly urge you to try the Barn Bistro. You will not be disappointed.”

“Blandy’s is a hidden gem. It’s located in a luxury retirement home in the most beautiful building and grounds. The staff are all very welcoming and attentive. I was hosting a private dining event and it was very easy to book, and Ionut and his team were fantastic in ensuring that everything ran smoothly and was how I wanted it. I was able to make requests and there was no pressure to leave the venue by a certain time. Everyone commented on how classy and peaceful the venue was. The food was lovely too, so all in all it was perfect and just how I wanted it.”

“Boooooom! Service, food, location… 5 star all the way! Immediately after a lovely morning cruise, and the brain calories burnt along the way in speed using a knots system, then immediately off the boat and straight into this fabulous riverside restaurant that enables dine al fresco with a shade, to avoid getting burnt! The food was absolutely amazing and service was exceptionally warming and welcoming at the same time!”

“A place to enjoy excellent Indian cuisine, with flavours unlike any other curry house in or around Reading. Dishes we opted for included Nilgri lamb chops, tandoori mixed grill and Bengal Bream - all were excellent, and went down well with a pint of Cobra beer! Coupled with a relaxed atmosphere & great service...makes for a thoroughly enjoyable evening out at a lovely setting in Pangbourne.”

“Really good food. Calamari was nice and crispy rather than rubbery or slimy and came with plenty of sauce. Burger and chips were faultless - caramelised onions always take it to another level for me. The meringue dessert was also just right. Would have liked a few more non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks options but not a deal-breaker by far. Came to £37 which included 2 drinks, starter, main and dessert.”

“I appreciated how attentive the servers were. The main course exceeded my expectations, and the dessert was outstanding.”

“It's a very good bistro that is children and dog friendly. Lots of mums and babies/todlers use it especially on Mondays. The car park is for residents of Poppy Meadows only. The food is home cooked and the coffee is excellent plus a great range of cakes. There are special nights laid on see their blackboard for details.”

“Dinner after a day at the Henley Regatta. Hadn't booked and pubs were rammed full. This was an oasis of calm with lovely food and perfect service. Thank you”

“Lovely hotel and the themed suites are pricy but a novel treat if you want some space with a different ambience. Fantastic breakfast. No parking on site but there is a multistory on the opposite side of reading train station, so it's only a five minute walk. Great location of you want the reading night life.”

“Really good. Price/quality is perfect. Earlier review by me was a stupid mistake, when i was playing with my phone”

“We came for afternoon tea, just as they open the bistro for it on a Saturday. The lady who was serving us was incredibly friendly, representing everything customer service should be. The tea itself was great, the sweet treats were very tasty, the scones warm and fluffy, but maybe the sandwiches could’ve been slightly better. Overall, it was a great experience, we will 100% come back soon!”

“We stopped here for brunch (it was very busy) and it was really great! Staff were lovely and food was good! The portions were huge - I had the Bougie breakfast and the French toast was so YUM! High chair provided for our baby. Would definitely go back.”

“Fantastic food and wine. Absolutely loved at the experience and will definitely be back if we're ever in the area. Highly recommended for anyone wanting something a cut above.”

“The BEST hidden gem! The owners are absolutely wonderful – so passionate, welcoming, and friendly, they make you feel like part of the family as soon as you walk in. The food is just delicious, made with genuine Italian ingredients that taste completely different to anything you’ll find in other cafés. Every bite is full of authentic flavour and love. I always recommend this place to friends and tell all my baby massage clients to pop in after class. It is such a lovely spot to enjoy real Italian food and a relaxed atmosphere. A must visit!”

“Gotten pies to take away from here a few times, today I sat in with some friends visiting from the US, we all loved the pies. Recommendations are the Five Nations, the Lamb & Mint, and the Venison & Boar. The pork pies are pretty good but would recommend their other pies over them.”

“We had the set lunch at the Pot Kiln....fabulous food and fantastic service...with a competitively priced menu! The Iberian inspired menu is full of flavour and well presented...From the padron peppers to the Catalan fish stew to the Basque cheesecake with macerated berries...the flavours are nicely balanced and cooked to perfection! Moreover, the great selection of wines nicely complemented the amazing food! The countryside of Yattendon is an idyllic setting to enjoy fantastic food and brilliant service at the Pot Kiln!”

“Simon & Jason are celebrating 20 years since they opened the Wellington Arms & it's packed every day when open with regulars & new 'word of mouth' clients. 10 out of 10 for quality of food, service, atmosphere & beautiful garden & surroundings. Great menu & daily dishes that made it difficult to choose. I had the 2xbaked cheese souffle stacked with a mountain of finely grated parmesan & my friend had scallops (both simply the best) followed by perfectly cooked calves liver on a bed of mashed potato & leeks with pancetta & perfect mix of herbs then their home-made ice cream.”

“Amazing food, always friendly service, I go to a lot of cafes in the area but I can honestly say that Mortimers do the best breakfasts for miles around and the latte's are pretty lush too.”

“Excellent breakfast, friendly service. They can make a breakfast as you like it. Highly recommended.”

“I’ve been visiting Piwnica for years, and the food is always outstanding. Every dish is full of authentic Polish flavour, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. It’s consistently a wonderful dining experience!”

“We had the most incredible night at the Palm Brasserie tonight. We staff knew it was our anniversary and made such an effort to make it very special. The menu was vast, with lots of different options to cater for everyone. The food itself was absolutely delicious. Make sure to leave room for the deserts! The cocktails were fantastic too! However, the main part that stood out for us was the manager. We haven’t received service like this for a very, very long time. He made our anniversary and could not do enough for us. We are so pleased that we only live 10 minutes away as we will definitely be coming here again and again. The room for larger parties also looks great! Thank you so much again, I could not recommend it enough!”

“The beef shin potatoes was one of a kind a really special dish. The duck egg chorizo was right there with it. Best breakfast in reading hands down!”

“A surprise dinner booked by hubby. The restaurant is cosy with proper tablecloths. The mirrors on the walls make it look bigger but it was lovely. Staff are friendly, menu was quite extensive in choice and they still had specials available. Choices were beef carpaccio- veal - cauliflower cheese - minestrone soup and lam in mushroom and red wine sauce , potato’s and mixed veg…. It all tasted really good - we will be back”