Food and Drink
Due to restricted capacity many venues will be operating a booking system, we advise that you plan your trip ahead of time to avoid disappointment
5 Guys
Restaurants
The Oracle Shopping Centre Unit U1, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AG
0118 957 3931
Website
American diner style burger joint serving hamburgers grilled to perfection alongside chips fried in peanut oil.
7 Bone Burger Company
Restaurants
60 St Mary Butts, Reading, RG1 2LG
Reopening sit in - 16 July. Booking essential. Click and collect open now.
Allied Arms
Pubs & Bars
57 St Marys Butts, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2LG
0118 958 3323
Website
The Allied Arms is located in what was the area of Saxon Reading, and is almost certainly part of the original land on which the first church...
Re-opening 4 July. Garden open only
Back Of Beyond
Pubs & Bars
104-108 Kings Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3BY
0118 959 5906
Website
This Wetherspoon pub stands on the site of a ginger-beer factory, later used as a Salvation Army barracks, and takes its name from its location on the edge of town...
Bierhaus
Pubs & Bars
8 Queens Walk, Reading, RG1 7QF
0118 958 7171
Website
Bierhaus is the first authentic German bar and restaurant experience in Reading. Serving an outstanding selection of German beers by the stein...
Bill's Restaurant and Bar
Cafes and Coffee
St Mary's Church House, Chain Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2HX
Bill's Restaurant and Bar first opened in Lewes, East Sussex in 2001. Prior to that, Bill Collison ran a greengrocery store on the existing Lewes site for over 20 years, and he lives...
Reopening 17 July
BrewDog
Pubs & Bars
11 Castle Street, Central Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7SB
0118 956 8755
Website
Starting off in 2007 as two friends trading their hand-crafted beers from a market stall, BrewDog has grown at a meteoric rate to 2018 where they now have 47+ bars, over 1000 employees and locations all over the world.
Re-opening 4 July
Burger King
Restaurants
8/9 St. Mary's Butts, Reading, RG1 2LN
0118 9573486
Caffeine and Cocktails
Pubs & Bars, Cafes and Coffee
The Walk, 19-23 King Street, Reading, RG1 2HG
0118 959 9799
Re-opening 4 July. Booking preferred.
Clays Hyderabadi
Restaurants
45 London Street, Central Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4PS
0118 959 6888
Website
An Indian Restaurant specialising in the regional cuisine that comes from the kitchens of the Royal Kings (Nawabs) of Hyderabad in the south of India.
Delivery only
Costa Coffee Butter Market
Cafes and Coffee
4 Butter Market, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2DP
0118 950 8313
Website
Hand-making a cup of coffee is an art. It takes time and skill to perfect. That's why every single barista, in every single Costa store is professionally trained in...
Costa Coffee The Oracle
Cafes and Coffee
The Oracle, Town Mall Walk, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AH
0118 957 5876
Website
Hand-making a cup of coffee is an art. It takes time and skill to perfect. That's why every single barista, in every single Costa store is professionally trained in...
Fuel Juice Bar
Cafes and Coffee
The Oracle, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AG
0118 959 7904
Website
Fuel Juice Bars offer a healthy range of deliciously fresh fruit smoothies and juices that will have you looking fantastic, feeling fabulous and bouncing off the walls with energy.
German Doner Kebab
Restaurants
106 Friar Street, Central Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1EP
0118 958 9998
Website
'Doner Kebab' is a fast food retailer that has created a healthy and nutritionally balanced approach to traditional kebabs. Their kebabs are made from quality ingredients that are exclusive to Doner Kebab Restaurants. The great taste comes from their secret sauces that set their products apart.
Honest Burgers
Restaurants
1-5 King Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG12HG
Great British burgers, homemade rosemary chips and much more.
Takeaways only
Hope and Bear
Pubs & Bars
153 London Road, Reading, RG1 5DE
01189 354 095
Website
Combining the best in British pub hospitality with individuality, character and quirky charm, the Hope & Bear stands proud on Cemetery Junction, just a short walk away from Reading town centre.
Reopening 4 July
Hotel Chocolat
Cafes and Coffee
The Oracle, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AQ
0118 959 1588
Website
Hotel Chocolat is a British chocolatier and cocoa grower, with over seventy shops in the United Kingdom. Hotel Chocolat is the only company in the United Kingdom to grow cocoa on its own plantation.
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Restaurants
73 Broad Street, Reading, RG1 2AX
0118 959 0463
Kokoro
Restaurants
13 Queen Victoria St, Reading, RG1 1SY
Hand made Sushi, awakening your taste buds with a tastier, fresher and healthier option. If you like to eat simple, cheap but decent oriental food...
Lemoni
Restaurants
Oracle Riverside, Reading, RG1 2AG
0118 958 5247
Website
Lemoni is a lively restaurant serving authentic Greek food and drink. All of our dishes are lovingly prepared with fresh ingredients, genuine flavours and lots of Greek know-how - perfect to share and enjoy with family, friends and loved ones. B
Reopening 4 July
McDonalds - Friar Street
Restaurants
128-129 Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1EP
0118 959 1144
McDonalds - Oracle Riverside
Restaurants
The Oracle Riverside, Reading, RG1 2AG
0118 950 2657
Milk
Pubs & Bars
8 Merchants Place, RG1 1DT
0118 958 5887
Website
Milk is a small place, but known as an intimate place to go for a friendly drink. On a busy night, you can get...
re-opening 6 July, 5-11pm. Table service
Miller and Carter
Restaurants
The Oracle Riverside, Reading, RG1 2AG
0118 950 9961
Website
Miller & Carter know a thing or two about steak. In fact, you could say that they are one of the best steakhouses in West Berkshire. But they'd rather leave...
Reopening 4 July
Millies Cookies
Cafes and Coffee
The Oracle, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AT
0118 956 6144
Website
Millie's Cookies creates hand-iced, personalised, giant cookies and mini biscuits ideal for birthday gifts and special occasions.
Monks Retreat
Pubs & Bars
163-163A Friar Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1HE
0118 950 7592
Website
The name of this Stonegate pub, and the street it is in, recalls the Franciscan monks who came to Reading in the 13th century. The friary built by the monks stood...
Re-opening 4 July
Nibsy's Coffee Shop
Cafes and Coffee
26 Cross Street, Reading, RG1 1SN
01189 597 809
Website
Reading's first exclusively gluten-free coffee shop offering gorgeous cakes, sandwiches, quiches etc alongside local award winning coffee...
Opening 1 July (10:30am - 4pm) Take away ONLY.
Outlook
Pubs & Bars
76-78A Kings Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3BJ
0118 958 6549
Website
The Outlook (formerly The Copa of Reading) is situated within easy walking distance of the town centre and train station. Great menu deals, including...
Reopening 6 July
Patisserie Valerie
Cafes and Coffee
134 Broad Street, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2BD
0118 959 3179
Website
A haven for self- indulgence in the most exquisite cakes and patisseries you will ever feast your eyes upon!
Picnic
Cafes and Coffee, Food and Drink, Independents
2 Butter Market, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2DP
Specialising in ethical coffee and locally produced food and with a unique welcoming atmosphere, we attract a varied and discerning crowd of...
Already open - take away only.
Pierre's
Cafes and Coffee, Independents
58 St Mary's Butts, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2LG
0118 951 0500
Independent baguette shop offering freshly made baguettes, sandwiches, panini's and more.
Pitcher and Piano
Pubs & Bars
18 Friar Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1DB
Pitcher & Piano Reading is an oasis in the bustle of central Reading. Located just a short walk from the train station, this is the ideal place for a quiet drink after work...
Re-opening 4 July. Pre-booking only.
Pizza Hut
Restaurants
Unit R2 Riverside Level, The Oracle, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AG
0118 959 6644
Website
Family favourite Pizza Hut offers a variety of meat, fish and vegetarian pizzas available in deep pan, traditional Italian base and stuffed crust...
Reopening 4 July
Pret A Manger - Broad Street
Cafes and Coffee
60 Broad Street, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AF
0118 939 1802
Website
Pret opened in London in 1986. College friends, Sinclair and Julian, made proper sandwiches avoiding the obscure chemicals, additives and preservatives common...
Pret A Manger - Riverside
Cafes and Coffee
The Oracle, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AQ
020 7932 5317
Website
Pret opened in London in 1986. College friends, Sinclair and Julian, made proper sandwiches avoiding the obscure chemicals, additives and preservatives common...
Roosters PiriPiri - West Street
Cafes and Coffee
12 West Street, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1TT
0118 957 3360
Website
Street food chain specialising in Peri-Peri Chicken dishes, with an emphasis on using fresh, high quality ingredients.
Royal Tandoori
Restaurants
4-8 Duke Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4RY
0118 957 2717
Website
Dining in luxury at the Royal Tandoori you will be served authentic Indian food, cooked in the traditional way using the freshest...
Takeaway only
Sapana Home
Restaurants
8 Queen Victoria St, Reading, RG1 1TG
0118 950 9898
Website
Newly opened Nepalese restaurant situated along Queen Victoria St. Serves delicious Nepali food for very reasonable prices. Almost like a café, it’s somewhere...
Smash
Pubs & Bars
5-6 Gun Street, Reading, RG1 2JR
Part of a chain of ping-pong bars, this venue features a pizza oven for sustenance & live DJ sets
Re-opening 4 July
Soju
Restaurants
9-11 Kings Walk, King Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG12HG
0118 334 8162
Website
Soju offers authentic and freshly grilled South Korean BBQ in the heart of Reading.
Takeaway
Subway - Duke Street
Cafes and Coffee
21 Duke Street, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4SA
0118 958 5555
Website
Subway is a privately held American fast food restaurant franchise that primarily purveys submarine sandwiches and salads.
Subway - Friar Street
Cafes and Coffee
34 Friar Street, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1DX
0118 939 3939
Website
Subway is a privately held American fast food restaurant franchise that primarily purveys submarine sandwiches and salads.
Subway - Gun Street
Cafes and Coffee
7 Gun Street, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2JR
0118 939 3424
Website
Subway is a privately held American fast food restaurant franchise that primarily purveys submarine sandwiches and salads.
Subway - Oxford Road
Cafes and Coffee
21 Oxford Road, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7QE
0118 950 4550
Website
Subway is a privately held American fast food restaurant franchise that primarily purveys submarine sandwiches and salads.
Tasting House, including Anonymous Coffee
Cafes and Coffee
30a Chain Street, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2HX
0118 957 1531
Website
Wonderful range of high quality wines from independent Berkshire wine merchant. Including Anonymous Coffee.
Open now for take-away. Sit in from 4 July.
Tasty Greek Souvlaki
Restaurants
20 Market Place, Reading, RG1 2EG
Take-away only currently.
Thames Lido spa & restaurant
On the Water, Visitor Attractions, Spas & Wellbeing, Sport & Leisure, Restaurants, Visitor attractions
Napier Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8FR
The recently restored Grade II swimming pool located by the River Thames, first opened in 1902 as the Ladies Swimming Bath. Now offering Spa packages or a great dining experience.
Reopened 21 July
The Botanist
Restaurants
1-5 King St, Reading, RG1 2HD
07393 546112
Website
A concept like no other, offering a soon to be world-famous selection of botanical cocktails, craft beers and ales, Champagne and wine...
Opening from 27 July
The Boundary
Pubs & Bars
21-23 St Marys Butts, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2LN
0118 951 9001
Website
One of Reading's newly refurbished bar's in the Town Centre. A popular place for beer and burgers especially with the students...
Re-opening 4 July
The Hope Tap
Pubs & Bars
99-103 Friar Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1EP
0118 958 2266
Website
The site of this Wetherspoon pub was once occupied by the Hope Brewery, which had its own pub, The Hope Tap. According to the earliest trade directory...
Re-opening 4 July
The Horn
Pubs & Bars
2 Castle Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7RD
0118 957 4794
Website
The Horn is an extremely welcoming and traditional British pub, in the heart of Reading. Serving great quality home-made food...
Reopening 4 July
The Reading Room
Restaurants
26 The Forbury, Central Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3EJ
0118 952 7770
Website
The Reading Room will offer delicious modern cuisine revolving around the freshest, seasonal ingredients and best of British produce from Executive Chef Rajesh Maharjan. Guests can opt to try the delectable Tasting Menu, which also has a specialised vegan and vegetarian tasting menu or opt for the all-day A La Carte menu or Afternoon Tea menu. (Menu's are available here).
The restaurant has a new exquisite bar area which features panelled glass displays and secluded seating and will offer a carefully curated cocktail list and specially selected wine list
Opening 4 July
Thirsty Bear
Pubs & Bars
110 King's Rd, Reading, RG1 3BY
0118 950 4439
Website
Pizzeria and bar located along King's Road. Freshly made Pizza using a secret pizza dough recipe.Toppings include home-made tomato sauce, seasoned...
Reopening 4 July
Thornton's
Cafes and Coffee
36 Broad Street, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AA
0118 957 4206
Website
Thorntons is a British chocolate brand established by Joseph William Thornton in 1911.
Veeno
Restaurants, Pubs & Bars
20 Valpy street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1AR
We are authentic Italian wine bars boasting quality wines and tempting Italian food. Veeno was born in 2013 with two friends who shared a love for Italian Aperitivo, the ritual of drinking, nibbling and relaxing after work. A daily occasion to share moments of happiness with friends and family.
Reopening 10 July
Wagamama
Restaurants
Unit R12 Oracle Riverside, The Oracle Shopping Centre, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AG
0118 951 1599
Website
Wagamamas combines fresh and nutritious food in an elegant yet simple setting with helpful, friendly service and value for money. Serving Asian food...
Takeaway only
Walkabout
Pubs & Bars
Winston Terrace, Off Friar Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1DG
Walkabout is the original Australian brand, home of the party, great food and a relaxed setting to meet new friends. Australia is a wonderful place that influences...
Re-opening 4 July - book a table
Whittard of Chelsea
Cafes and Coffee
The Oracle, Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AT
0118 958 5626
Website
Enduring specialist supplier of tea, coffee beans and hot chocolate, plus brewing accessories.
Wolf
Restaurants
94 Broad St, Reading, RG1 2AP
0118 959 8179
Website
Located on Broad Street, Wolf provides us with Italian Street Food, using only the freshest ingredients. All of their meat is sourced from British farms...
