Pub dining in Reading

“Enjoying a lovely cup of tea and a delicious French savoury cake made using flour from the dried grains used to make the excellent beers here. Perfect start to the weekend. (Cake available weekends only. Open for morning tea / coffee on Saturdays from 9am.)”

“We try steak double cheese pie and lamb mince pie, not bad,gravy also recommended”

““Visiting from out of the country, we received exceptional attention and service. The staff had a great attitude, and the food was absolutely wonderful. Overall, it was a fantastic experience — I would definitely recommend it 100%.””

“The quantity of food was impressive. None of our party finished. Quality was good as well. Service friendly and efficient. Parking outside the pub was ok on the road. The pub parking was tight.”

“Excellent Quality Food and Outstanding Service I had a truly wonderful experience and can confidently say that both the food quality and service were exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted warmly by the staff, who were polite, attentive, and genuinely eager to make the experience enjoyable. The food was outstanding—fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavour. Every dish was clearly made using high-quality ingredients, and the presentation was impressive. Portions were generous without being overwhelming, and the balance of flavours showed real care and skill in the cooking. You can tell that attention to detail is a priority here. What really stood out was the consistency. Everything arrived on time, hot, and exactly as described. Any special requests were handled professionally and without hesitation, which made the experience even better. The service deserves special praise. Staff were knowledgeable, patient, and always available without being intrusive. They checked in at the right moments and made sure everything was to our satisfaction. This level of customer care really sets the place apart. The overall atmosphere was clean, welcoming, and comfortable, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal—whether dining in with family, friends, or visiting for a casual meal. Overall, this is a place that delivers on quality, service, and value. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for great food and a pleasant dining experience. I will definitely be returning and recommending it to others”

“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.”

“Very good service and the food was really nice. I have to admit the prices for soft drinks are on the higher side. Would be good if the management offered more competitive pricing for drinks besides that I really can't fault it. Meat was cooked lovely, warm. Very fresh and succulent. Loved the complimentary bread. I'd defo come again!”

“My first time here and wow! The best roast dinner I have tasted in a long time - rich gravy and gorgeous beef! Speedy & polite service and stunning country pub! Excited for my next visit already!”

“Beautiful food. Me and my partner shared 3 small plates and then had a burger as well. Everything was delicious and well cooked and flavoured. Burnt ends were incredible!!!!! Service was also 10/10, Ryan was attentive throughout, couldn’t fault him.”

“We recently held a staff meal for 24 people at The Bladebone, and it was an outstanding experience! The staff went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly, displaying exceptional service and attention to detail. The food was phenomenal—definitely the best I've had in a long time from a public house. Each dish was prepared with care and tasted delicious, showcasing the quality and creativity of the kitchen. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making our event truly memorable. Highly recommend The Bladebone for any occasion!”

“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.”

“Found this place randomly whilst on a motorbike ride and very pleased we decided to stop. Service was excellent - staff very friendly and helpful. Food excellent - easy to see how much care and attention is put into each dish. Would definitely recommend”

“This place is a little gem! I searched best burger in Basingstoke, and it didn't disappoint! The staff went out of their way to accommodate my Coeliac daughter, even popping out to buy gluten free bread! Chef came out and chatted to us! So friendly, so chilled, we thoroughly enjoyed a non rushed lunch and stayed for pudding and coffee as the atmosphere was so relaxed and friendly. The black cherry gateaux explosion was the best part of the day!!!”

“Very good local pub with a friendly atmosphere. The decor is classic old school, the are 2 very nice, old looking wood burning stoves. The bar staff were friendly enough and the beers on tap were very reasonably priced, especially for a pub down south! We went on a Friday and it was busy, but I think that adds to the atmosphere, but turn up early to get a table if you're a big group. I will definitely be returning on the not too distant future and recommending this pub to friends and family. Oh, and it is cash only, so come prepared.”

“Lovely food and service. Nice atmosphere.”

“Excellent place to go. Very friendly staff and great atmosphere. Would recommend for a great time.”

“Busy place great food sufficient servers great attitude non intrusive. Plenty of seats but not a feeling of being cramped. Nice busy buzz but people far enough away so that you can still hear your own table's conversation without hearing those of others around you. Nice place to be, good parking.”

“Absolutely stunning the interior is just as pretty as the decorative exterior of the building. Especially the toilets, it was floral / carousel themed there were pastel coloured roses everywhere! An amazing experience. and of course the toilets were the best”

“Went to this Lido on a Thursday with their Swim & Lunch package. Such a best deal! We came a bit late but the team are very welcoming and flexible and we can still enjoy the lunch and the swim and spa facilities.”

“If you like remote and dog friendly, this is ideal. Google maps took us down some country lanes and over a single way bridge, on the map the pub shows pretty much on an island surrounded by country parks & lakes. The location is nice. Car park has about 30 spaces & I think 2 electric car chargers. The pub was pretty quiet when we arrived and the locals/staff were all very friendly and welcoming. The pub itself has a lovely interior. To the food, we had the vegan burger, bacon and cheese burger and the childs fish goujons. All very nice and well portioned. For dessert we had the rhubarb crumble with vanilla and vegan ice cream, finished off the meal perfectly.”

“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!”

“Hey! This place is nicely & warmly welcoming. The food is cooked right (beef) and portions are quite large balancing the price. The staff is polite and wouldn’t rush you, altogether in a family atmosphere. Large car park, large beer garden in the back along with some tables out in the front, large tables, large and clean toilets - so overall all quite ‘largely’ impressed. Give it a try!”

“Visited Miller & Carter Basingstoke today for a late evening dinner. Upon arrival swiftly seated and starting drinks were delivered promptly. Our server Sam was attentive and on the ball. Frequently checking to ensure food was fine & we had sufficient drinks to pair with our food. Once finished our food in no time at all the table was cleared and we were offered desert menu and refreshing drinks. Showing Sam's keen eye of attention noticing immediately our mains had been finished. Food was excellent and arrived in good time. Flavoured and seasoned to perfection. Again no fault whatsoever here.”

“My partner have really enjoyed our visits to Lusso over the last few years. The sour dough pizza is delicious - in particular we've always enjoyed the goats cheese, pesto and onion chutney one. Highly recommended if you haven't tried already.”

“I went with my kids for the Sunday buffet, the great thing is its all freshly made, rather than sitting there, a small selection of food but more than enough for any person. The staff are attentive and amazing, friendly, the food tastes soooooooooooooo good, I am currently writing this just before I step into a food coma on my sofa! Loved it, would recommend 5*”

“Nice garden and food is absolutely delicious.”

“Delightful place , the setting is beautiful on the river , and the food is absolutely delicious. To be thoroughly recommended, Sandi served us and was charming and efficient. Can’t wait to go back”

“We had a great room with nice and high ceilings. Towels, Tea / Coffee and fridge all provided. Super comfortable beds. Breakfast had to be pre-booked before 8pm but it was exceptional, the chef's service and food was perfect. Actually had one of my best hot chocolates ever! We had dinner the night before really large list of options fully catered for veggies and vegans which was great to see. Would recommend staying here and having some food too. Not much around for convenience shops so stop on the way in for what you may need.”

“very quick service, very busy (people queuing outside shop), great food and will be going again!!”