Brew Dog - 11 Castle Street

Walk into BrewDog and find 20 taps of awesome BrewDog and guest beer, as well as open-air fridges so you can take beery delights away with you. If you find yourself with an appetite BrewDog have you covered, with epic burgers, wings, chicken and waffles, as well mouth-watering brunch options. Sink into their comfy seating or get competitive with your loose change on their pinball machines at BrewDog. 

German Doner Kebab - 106A Friar Street

'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, lean succulent beef imported from Germany, fresh locally produced vegetables and special 'Doner Kebab' bread. 

Mobalpa - 25 Watlington Street

Kitchen and bathroom specialist offering a single point of contact for your entire project, with customised solutions and expert guidance to suit your budget and needs. 

Chopstix Noodle Bar - 80 Broad Street

Chopstix Noodle Bar offers a contemporary oriental dining experience, highlighted by inspired cuisine and impeccable service. Cooking 'little to often' to ensure your food is always piping hot and fresh throughout the day. Chopstix pride themselves on only using natural ingredients to deliver you a delicious and authentic oriental meal, accompanied by exceptional service. 

VEL South Indian Kitchen and Cocktail Bar - 73-75 Whitley Street

VEL offers a delectable, authentic and flavoursome South Indian inspired dining experience, with an extensive menu and expertly crafted cocktails at their in-house bar. Away from the hustle and bustle of Broad Street and the Riversive, VEL is the perfect place to unwind and fill up on mouth-wateringly good food. 

Blue Collar Street Food - Reading Market Place every Wednesday 

Run by a Reading local, Blue Collar brings together passionate street food traders - with a particular focus on locals - who, by using the very best ingredients, produce delicious and authentic meals to make your lunch one to remember. From jerk chicken and rice so good you'd think you were in the Caribbean, exquisitely seasoned Georgian classics, flavour-full and wholesome Greek wraps, to Vegan friendly options.

Chow - Reading Market Place every Friday 

Operated by Southern Market Traders, CHOW hosts a large food market every Friday, serving up an enticing mix of freshly prepared, piping hot food from around the world. Authentic, tasty and wholesome street food done right. 

Vegan Food Market - Station Hill on last Saturday of the month

Launched by the Ethic Collective, Reading's newest market aims to meet the increasing demand for meat and dairy alternatives with delicious and varied products from local and small traders and businesses. Offering a range of plant-based baked goods, savoury dishes and desserts, this is a must visit event for food lovers.

BUT IS IT ART?

But is it Art? Is an independent retailer offering quirky, charming and unique art and collectable pieces in the heart of the town on Queen Victoria Street.

CASTLE GALLERIES

Specialising in fine art, the gallery is known far and wide for having ‘the best complimentary coffee’ for miles.

CRUNCH COMICS

From their cosy store in Harris Arcade, Crunch Comics offer a selection of new release and back-issue comic books, together with graphic novels, collectibles and t-shirts. Go and visit for all your comic book needs.

EPOCH3

Epoch3 is an independent local art specialist, dealing in paintings, jewellery, vintage furniture, gifts and more.

PAPERCHASE

Paperchase are a nationwide high-street favourite offering quirky stationary, contemporary cards, gifts and various paper products. Pop into their Reading branch in the Oracle to pick up some stationary with a personality.

READING COLLECTORS CENTRE

From their unit in Harris Arcade, Reading Collectors Centre sell a variety of antiques and memorabilia across a massive catalogue of genres. There’s always something unique in store so be sure to pay them a visit.

LEMONGROVE GALLERY

The Lemon Grove Gallery is a distributor of collectible limited editions and original paintings from their store in the heart of Reading.