Grill pub in Reading

“We very much enjoyed our Sunday lunch at Ye Olde Leathern Bottel. The Sunday roasts were delicious and the service was excellent (a big thank you to Julia!). We look forward to visiting again soon.”

“First time visiting this pub and considering its only a mile from my home I can't believe I've never been sooner. Service is very good and the staff extremely helpful and pleasant. The food is very good and good size portions. Can't wait for summer and see what the outside will be like.”

“We wanted somewhere casual but good to catch the match and have a proper meal. This pub delivered. Big screens, comfy ( new ) seating and plenty of choice. The steak I had was cooked just how I asked. And at the bar, cameron was on the ball, keeping drinks flowing and always with a friendly chat. Five stars from us.”

“Megan was absolutely fantastic! She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. She handled dietary requirements with care and confidence, ensuring everything was perfect. Her menu knowledge and upbeat attitude made our visit extra special. A true delight — thank you, Megan!”

“The pulled lamb shoulder is brilliant. The rump steak is quite nice, too. I am impressed by the chips with a smoky flavor and the brownies - fluffy yet not too sweet. Friendly and helpful staff. Cheerful vibe for friends and family gatherings.”

“Been here few times before and it was good, but nothing special. However today it was absolutely amazing. Delicious food and very big portions. Best burrata mozzarella with tomato I ever had. Great service too.”

“The best bar on campus for students without a doubt. Always busy on Weds/Fri/Sat, good selection of drinks and good prices, lots of food options and an easy walk to union and quick on the bus for Friar street.”

“Stopped at the pub for a drink after going for a walk. The staff were very friendly. Plenty of beer, wine and spirit choices. Wonderfully big garden with plenty of shaded area if needed If in the area again will try to pop in for food next time.”

“The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. The food is excellent, all came out really hot and so so tasty. There are plenty of plant based options, gluten free options etc and they will happily make changes to suit. Full English breakfast again was awesome. We had an excellent stay and will definitely be coming again. Excellent value for money”

“Festive Feast with Friends at Beefeater, Southcote. Christmas Eve called for a festive get-together with friends, and Beefeater provided the perfect setting. Snagging a table for six was a Christmas miracle in itself! We kicked things off with their starter deal – £17.99 for four dishes. The chicken wings were a tad over-fried, but the garlic bread and halloumi fries were spot on. Mains were a real treat. The chicken burger was juicy, the fish and chips were classic, and the salmon with asparagus was cooked to perfection. But the real star of the show? The mushy peas! Service was friendly and efficient, our server (didn't catch her name, sadly!) kept everything moving smoothly despite the festive rush. Overall, a great spot for a pre-Christmas catch-up with friends. Good food, good company, and good times. Happy days indeed!”

“Me, my wife and my two kids went last night for a nice meal as we are on holiday. We picked the pub at it had some of the best reviews near our hotel. All I can say is we were blown away. We asked for a table in a corner away from others as my daughter has learning difficulties and hates noise and sometimes cannot stay still, they didn’t even question it. They let us sit in the corner alone near a fire. Our starters were amazing and came out quickly. The sticky barbecue chicken was delicious. Then our mains were amazing. My wife and son had a steak and they were actually cooked right! Which is hard to find these days. Then we had puddings and they were also lovely. The manager (I didn’t get her name) was so attentive which is nice to see as normally at restaurants you don’t get much interaction with them. Everyone was so friendly and polite. We would 100% recommend and if we ever come back on holiday we will be eating here again.”

“Visited Reading for the first time. We just wanted a small lunch so wetherspoons suited us as they have a large selection of everything at a reasonable price. Sat fairly close to the window which enabled us to see the River Kennet. Would of sat outside if weather was warmer to get a better view of the river. But happy inside with comfortable seating.”

“Very Pleasant and helpful staff. Good atmosphere. Also they do poker tournament. Being a foreigner in the area I was very warm welcomed.”

“Just had another fabulous meal here we are loving this more than our usual place!”

“Staff seamed very happy, attentive, polite and friendly. Really makes a difference. Food good and really hot too. I was a little bit disappointed with the seasonal vegetables being just lots of peas with a little bit of carrot but the peas where really nice and sweet!”

“Shoutout to Aaron the manager who goes above and beyond and is an asset the Greene King. This is a very friendly pub, with a convenient car park and plentiful menu. Their portions are great, you won’t be hungry after! Very dog friendly too with a special doggy treats area. Nice selection of alcohol free drinks too. A proper pub.”

“The Travellers Rest is a hidden gem that combines a cosy, welcoming atmosphere with great value for money. Whether you're after a quick drink or a hearty meal, this place delivers on all fronts. The drinks are reasonably priced, with a good range of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. The food came out quickly, but still tasted fresh and well-prepared — a pleasant surprise, as "fast pub food" doesn't always have the best reputation. Not here though — no upset stomachs, just genuinely enjoyable meals. I had a generous portion of crispy chicken, which was perfectly cooked. My partner ordered the Caesar salad and said it was one of the best she’s had. The overall portion sizes were more than satisfying. The atmosphere was relaxed, with background music at a comfortable volume, making it easy to enjoy a conversation. The location is easy to get to, and there’s plenty of parking available, which is a big plus. All in all, The Travellers Rest is a great spot for casual dining and drinks. We'll definitely be returning.”

“Great pub, staff are welcoming and friendly! Food is amazing, overall a 10/10”

“Came in today with my family for dinner, we had amazing experience, our food came out very quickly, staff were very efficient; Charley, Shannon and Ellie were on the bar massive thank you to them for looking after us ❤️ Compliments to the chefs Anna & Corey- we asked for their names at the bar- very fast with the orders and met our dietary requirements so thank you again! We will definitely be back!”

“What can I say, it’s a Spoons, great prices for drinks, Doombar was £2.25 or something like that, service was good and swift. It’s a popular place at the top of town, pretty busy with young and old, busied up in the early evening, we dropped in at 4 and then again at 6 on the way to another venue. A lot of glasses ready to go lol as you can see in the pictures!”

“The 2-for-1 cocktails were very good and the 4 starters for £22 were good, I ordered the garlic prawns and they were fresh. The Chicken Souvlaki was tasty.”

“Amazing service fantastic food two for one deals for lunch off the charts great meal 16 pounds see the pictures- two for one deal‘s lunchtime Monday to Friday 12 o’clock lunch try that well well with it”

“I would like to say a massive thank you to Kieth for are amazing meal absolutely loved it No issues at all and it come nice and fast. I would also like to thank willow and Chloe for the amazing Service they has bright smiles and even spoke to everyone and a big thank you to Claire for checking up on us and it was like a Warm welcome . definitely would recommend For big families and birthdays. There was 18 of us and it was perfect.”

“Really friendly waitress Karen was very attentive, especially for allergies. When i got home, i realised I hadn't registered my number plate & was unsure exactly how long we'd been in the restaurant so rang & spoke to Mo. He was super helpful, took down my details & promised to sort. I can't thank him enough as it would be a really expensive meal if I was fined! Happy Xmas to Bagshot Cricketers!”

“Every time I go there, I feel so special! From the warm service to the delicious food, everything is just perfect. The owner is such a kind person, and it’s always a joy to be served by him !Totally recommend it! ❤️”

“Took my fience and out for a birthday meal, the staff were very friendly food absolutely delicious and lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend and we will be going back. Currently they have a additional set menu as well which was great value for money.”

“Visited recently for breakfast with a group of friends. The breakfast is all you can eat, but served freshly cooked. It’s great value for money, as you are able to have the continental and the cooked. Our waitress Georgia was very attentive and friendly, ensuring that the breakfast was served quickly as one of our party had to leave. Would visit again”

“Came in just before 5pm, just in time for the two courses for £15. The food was very good and so was the service. Thank you Rebecca (Hope I've spelt your name correctly) for looking after us so well.”

“I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant thanks to our waitress i think her name was Amy. She was incredibly nice, patient, and attentive, always checking in with a smile. Her positive attitude truly made the meal more enjoyable. Great service like this makes a big difference! Defo comin back.”