The Elm Tree Inn in West Berkshire

An all round lovely pub and great food!!

Came here for Mother's Day lunch. The roast dinner was amazing and mums got a free glass of prosecco. Lovely puddings as well and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.

And that is how a Sunday Roast is done 👌🏽 All other local pubs should take note! Food was delicious and certainly value for money (who’d have thought it in Berkshire). Staff were friendly and a special mention to Ryan for looking after us very well.

The place is beautiful and super cozy. The service was great. The price absolutely fair. The list of mains in the menu was perhaps a bit too short, but once we got what we ordered we understood why, each single dish was excellent. The chicken, mushroom and tarragon pie is among the best pies, if not the very best, that I had in my 12 years in UK. 5 stars simply because I cannot give 6

Lovely welcoming pub (kids and dogs allowed and welcomed too), with great attentive service and delicious food. Beautifully decorated toilets as well! Great choice of food and very nicely presented. Thank you for a lovely evening 😊

Whole experience was the lovely. However the food stole the show! If you ever think about going, don't think just go.

This is a lovely cosy oldstyle pub with casual and formal dining. Beautiful views across farmland below. Our greeting from the owner was warm and welcoming and we really enjoyed our delicious lunch. The ladies loo was very entertaining, so don't miss out seeing it! Lovely village setting and a quintessentially Hampshire place to be.

Food was average. For the price you'd expect, and should be able to find, much better.

The food was very good. Beer was good too. The taster dessert was amazing.

I would just like to say we just had a phone call about me and my wife and this pub is so kind definitely recommend getting here

Came here for my birthday dinner after seeing all the positive reviews. So impressed with the quality of the food and the presentation! The staff are warm and welcoming and this pub has such a lovely atmosphere. There are fantastic alternatives for those who are gluten-free as well. Will definitely be returning again!

Absolutely flawless. We had a meal at the Elm Tree today for my wife's birthday and hours after the meal we're still talking about how good it was! We had Sunday roasts and we could tell a lot of care and effort had been put into the food we were eating. Everything was delicious and portion sizes were fantastic. Additionally all of the staff were freindly, warm, and very attentive. Highly recommended!

We've been aiming to come to The Elm Tree for a while and finally made it on Sunday. The roast (which my boyfriend had) was really excellent, although I'd prefer my roast potatoes without the garlic. It was also a huge portion. My fish and chips were decent, the batter was quite thin and therefore not as heavy as usual, but it also wasn't quite as crisp as I'd like. Wasn't a fan of the brie starter, one big chunk of breaded cheese...I think it would benefit from being smaller pieces individually coated. Dessert was very nice. Staff were lovely and the place was bustling with locals...nice vibe. Food is on the pricier side.

Visited for my birthday with a big group for a Sunday roast, we all had an amazing experience. Lovely staff and the food was absolutely amazing. Quick service although being so busy. Jocelyn and Rachel made the day extra special and went above and beyond for us, great atmosphere. Staff came out and sang happy birthday to me and even the chef which I thought was a lovely touch. Definitely be Visiting again. Thank you

The food was very nice, the service was on point and the atmosphere was great with a lovely view of you sit outside. The food tasted better than the pictures I’ve taken, and that is a tall order

Delicioso almuerzo - todos los platos pedidos eran muy sabrosos y muy bien presentados y porciones muy generosas. Personal amable y un entorno cómodo.

3a vez aquí para una comida y aunque muy ocupado con una fiesta privada y las Seis Naciones, tuvimos una comida y un servicio impecables. Los tamaños de las porciones son muy generosos, platos bellamente presentados y comida de gran sabor. El vientre de cerdo era increíble, al igual que el pollo kiev de mi esposa. La cremosa col y el tocino era un acompañamiento fantástico para el vientre de cerdo. Hemos decidido que deberíamos hacer de este nuestro nuevo local y estamos deseando venir a tomar un par de copas con Heston nuestro perro. Él lo aprobará de forma definitiva. Gracias a Adrian y al equipo por una comida fantástica y experiencia.

Habiendo leído todas las críticas, mi hijo y yo estábamos deseando un buen almuerzo asado el domingo. Al llegar, nos mostraron a nuestra mesa, que estaba empequeñecida por una mesa mucho más grande de diez personas que tenían cinco bebés pequeños que lloraban intermitentemente. El conservatorio en el que estábamos sentados era frío y calado. Preguntamos si podíamos movernos, pero nos dijeron que no había otra mesa disponible. Las dos comidas asadas llegaron muy rápido con porciones separadas de verduras. El cordero asado era muy espeluznante y tibio. Las patatas asadas no estaban crujientes y bastante empapadas, al igual que el pudín de Yorkshire y las verduras eran sosas y grasientas. Mi hijo comentó que lo único bueno del vientre de cerdo asado era el crepitar. No nos molestamos en pedir el postre porque solo queríamos alejarnos del ruido de la mesa grande. Fue una visita decepcionante y la comida asada definitivamente no valió la pena el precio. No volveremos.

Didn’t have food on this occasion however I have had dinner here before. The loveliest pub my fellow friend introduced me too. Great staff, great locals, foods great, wine is amazing!

Had fish cakes with was delicious!!!!

Absolutely fantastic Sunday lunch, food was delicious & service fantastic, will definitely be returning & highly recommend

Beautiful pub in a beautiful location. Everyone here is friendly. Can't wait to go back and Tey some food

Cracking pub and restaurant! Classic British pub menu with the homemade fresh quality you expect from such a gorgeous place! Great options for the kids and a comfortable family friendly environment! 10/10 keep up the good work all!

We went to the Elm tree pub to celebrate my beautiful wife’s birthday, the Elm tree made it just a bit more special with the warm welcome, great service and the portion sizes are well beyond expectations, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was just what we were looking for on a cold winters day. Thank you to the Elm Tree team, great experience.

Service was amazing, portions were huge, and the price was pretty good. The burger was juicy and cooked perfectly, paired with crispy, thick-cut fries and a refreshing salad. Definitely worth it!

Went for sunday lunch. Clearly a pub used by locals and an awful lot of people who had to drive there. Fantastic service, decent sized plates of food at a reasonable price. The outstanding thing about this pub was the friendly and efficient service. Really very good indeed.

Great food and brilliant staff. Nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely be back Thanks

Simply lunch on a Friday lunchtime. Busy and warm atmosphere. Excellent staff and good value, good quality food... and a very decent pint!

Delicious food and excellent service.

Had a family meet up here and most of us had the Sunday roast. It was one of the best roast dinners we’ve had out in years. Generous portions of delicious meat, gravy potatoes and yorkshires. The sides were nicely presented and were very tasty. A few of us ordered desserts which were really great as well. Lovely location for a nice walk afterwards. Would definitely recommend and will come again.

Came here with Friends, the Sunday roast's are exceptional. Parking here can be a bit of an issue, as the car park is quite small, however, there is plenty of parking on the green opposite if you have a 4x4.

Too many green staff that meant next to no attention paid to our table.

Excellent experience. Outstanding food, service and overall pub. Highly recommended.

One of the best dinners I’ve had in a long time! Every single element was delicious, the staff and chefs were so friendly. I can’t wait to come back!

Great food, nice atmosphere, good service and friendly staff. Always stop by when I'm in the area, highly recommend.

The sea bass starter was fresh, flavoursome with a slightly crispy skin. I was very impressed. If you are a fan of pork belly, the main in the picture is a must. Packed full of flavour and surrounded by crackling, the rich gravy fresh vegetables and creamy dauphinoise really complement. The cheerful service and busy atmosphere make the Elm Tree a great place to visit. Highly recommend 👌

This place is excellent, we really enjoyed our time here! Both the locals and the staff were really friendly and welcoming and there were plenty of seats. Dogs are welcome and they even have jars of biscuits! The food is absolutely amazing, the portion sizes are HUGE and not too expensive. We had the Olives and Padron Peppers and cheesy chips - all very tasty! Hopefully going back there in the future!

Perfect evening for my wife's birthday. Outstanding food service and atmosphere. Highly recommended

Thank you guys. We came, without a booking and with a Great Dane and a baby, for lunch today and the food was excellent. The staff were also lovely - the young lady, I think it was her first week, was really great - she made our little one smile and made us feel really welcome. The gent there also made my in-laws (American/mexicans) feel really welcome. We’ll definitely be back again.

We had a lovely lunch overlooking the rolling countryside. The girls there, couldn't do enough for us. I was a bit miserable and didn't tip. If you visit, please tip double for me.

Firstly in the summer, the view over the fields from the outside area is pretty nice. I don’t often like a pub roast, they tend to be extremely average and overpriced for something you can do a lot better and cheaper at home. However I do enjoy the roast here. Generous portion size and pretty tasty. I don’t think it will ever beat a home cooked roast but it’s pretty good. The staff have always been great. The price for the roast is what I’d call fair. I haven’t had any of the normal menu but will definitely check it out one evening. Overall a great pub.

Fantastic meal as always. Great service,quality and value. Terrific welcome as always. A delightful place to eat anytime we are in the UK. Thanks Jim and your team, see you next time.

Absolutely awesome evening. The service was great, friendly welcoming and above all else the best dining experience we have ever had. This was our first visit and we only live 10 mins away, we have been missing out!! We ordered a simple nibble, my favourite, padron peppers 🌶️ they were delicious! We both ordered a burger, I ordered mine deconstructed as I like mine in bite size chunks, rather than all in a bun (I know a little fussy). My word I could not believe how amazed I was when I saw the chef bringing it out for me, followed by the landlord with my wife's burger. This was the best service we have ever had. The burgers constructed and deconstructed were absolutely delicious and huge portion size (wish I could eat it all). I was over the moon with the service, delivery, food and best of all the homemade chilli that the landlord gave to us to take home (maybe I should not have shared this, but, what a touch of kindness). We will definitely, definitely be eating / visiting here again. Thank you Jaz (Head Chef) and Adrian (Landlord) for making our date evening one to remember. ❤️

Dropped in for lunch, part of a visit to Beech Hill MG garage, just down the road. Very good.

Lovely lunch. Good, varied, reasonably priced menu. Tasty and plentiful food, well presented. Friendly, professional, helpful staff who were attentive without being intrusive. Guessing, as it was mid-week lunchtime and a little quieter, we were certainly not hurried to leave. Thank you.

Great food, brilliant service, love the place, go there after a game of golf ⛳️ very relaxing atmosphere, would highly recommend it 👌

Lovely setting overlooking the countryside with places to sit inside and out. Staff were friendly and there was a reasonable menu choice. A drink and a main was about £20. Half the seats outside, I’d have said, were designed to sit out on a patio with a drink. Unfortunately they were used to eat at the table, so were far too low, inappropriate and uncomfortable, and I’m 6ft tall. We had booked a table so were sat down and given menus. The pub was busy, but it shouldn’t have taken nearly fifty mins to take our food order. It was an hour and twenty mins before the food appeared. Some people had starters which they enjoyed. The mains were disappointing however. I had battered fish, chips and peas. The chips were dry on the inside, the peas appeared to be peas in pods which had been blitzed in a processor. This was very unappetising as pieces of hard stalk remained. Everyone who had this menu choice didn’t finish either the chips or peas. The batter was greasy and hard, rather than light and crispy, and whether the fish was cooked or not was debatable.. An hour after we’d finished someone came and took half the plates away. We weren’t asked if we wanted desserts or any other drinks, and it took three attempts to get the bill. I’ve not been to this pub before so can’t comment on if I was unlucky on the wait and the quality of cooking. Yes, the pub was busy, but if you take bookings for that number of people all wanting to eat at the same time, you need to have the appropriate levels of kitchen and waiting staff, or stagger the seating times.

The Elm Tree was a great pub for me and my friends to come for food. The food was delicious and the service was fantastic, so thank you to Ady and all at the kitchen, and to the young man working around the restaurant last night. He kept us in the loop about everything, made sure we knew all the things about the menu, and timings on everything with the kitchen. Everything was perfect!!!

Great experience at the Elm Tree, high quality food and service! Great kids meals too.

Lovely location and proper pub grub, done well. It would have been nice to see a few more options for mains but really can't fault the quality of the food or the service from really friendly staff.

Outrageously brilliant! We love the Elm Tree. The food, staff and ambience are wonderful. The Bourek and sea bass starters and pork and aubergine doubara on the mains are great and the falafel burger is excellent too. Adie and Ryan run a highly efficient ship out front and Yaz and Michaela and team are awesome in the kitchen. The staff and all very attentive and lovely. The Sunday roasts are delicious but you probably need to book. The view from the terrace is beautiful - you could be in the Med! Highly recommend. You won’t be disappointed.

We had an outdoor table booked for two and were shown to a table with just one chair. After having sat down for 5 minutes once a second chair was arranged we were asked to move table to accommodate for what I understand to be a group of locals who hadn't booked, but wanted a nicer table to sit and drink. The manager was rude, and the waiting staff woeful. We sat and waited for 20 minutes before anyone came to even ask for a drink order as we had gotten up to leave the restaurant. Single handedly the worst pub experience I have ever had. Such a disappointment as the venue was quite lovely.

We have had dinner at the Elm Tree several times and the food and service has always been outstanding! To celebrate our daughter going travelling we came up for lunch and were not disappointed. A beautiful sunny day and you could have been in the hills in the med with stunning views from the terrace watching the combining. Michaela, Tilly and Pedro are awesome in the kitchen - Michaela’s lemon cheesecake special needs to be a main dessert! The portion sizes are great and the Mediterranean salad was delicious. The chicken Caesar salad also looked delicious and very substantial. Service as ever was excellent with the ever efficient Rory behind the bar, Tom taking our orders and the always entertaining Ryan making sure everyone was happy, with a hint of that inimitable dry wit. Really can’t fault any of the meals we have had at the Elm Tree in the last 6 months. Adie and team are doing a fantastic job and the staff are lovely. Keep it up!

Such a lovely place with wonderful food. We had a Sunday roast there and we ate very well. The view is really nice and the staff is friendly and professional. We will definitely come back !

Great pub and food, staff also great just a bit cold on the snow days when we wanted to be warm.

Friendly pub. Great service and really tasty food. Cheers guys

Lovely setting…. Food is absolutely top notch… lovely people who work and run the place….. would never hesitate to recommend 10/10!

Outstanding Service, Food & Staff i don t usually leave reviews but this was on another level of food quality and service

Great cosy little pub. We were able to enjoy dinner out with our dog in a wonderful atmosphere with very friendly staff.

An absolute gem! My wife and I visited for lunch to celebrate our anniversary; absolutely everyone we met was utterly lovely. The food is quite simply absolutely knock-out fantastic. The burger is worthy of Michelin stars - wow! We will be back! Thank you so much for such a warm reception :)

Lovely pun.. Will be going back

"Great food, nice atmosphere, good service and friendly staff - just a lovely evening."

As a last minute choice for Supper , The Elm Tree met our requirements for casual dining . We were staying nearby so searched for a local Pub/Restaurant on Google . TheElm Tree was a good choice. Such a warm welcome & a variable menu. My husband selected the Burger & I had Vegetarian option . We also chose Bread with Basillic & starters which turned out to be a mistake as the portions were very generous . We congratulated the Chef & Thanked the staff . Such a good find .

Our favourite place for food in Reading. Incredible flavours and generous portion sizes. The pistachio and chocolate brownie is one of the best desserts I’ve ever had… please have on menu again!

Excellent Sunday Roast , table for 5 booked in advance couple of drinks at bar for 30 mins or so by choice, not pushy to get you on table . Sat down for 2pm service was brilliant very polite . Roast was second to none Loverly meal plenty on plate , good choice of Vegetables brought to table , will Defiantly will be going back ..

Very nice pub in great surroundings. Service was friendly and the food was delicious!

Delicious food, charming staff, highly recommend.

We had a lovely time at The Elm Tree as part of the Reading Ale Trail. The staff and other patrons were friendly and chatty. We felt very welcomed. Good selection of local ales. The food was delicious.

What can I say - The Elm Tree is an incredible country pub. I moved to the area in the last year and came across the pub when looking for a Sunday lunch spot. It didn't take long for me to fall in love with the place. The staff, particularly Adrian, the new landlord, and Ryan, who took over as front of house, are fantastic. They're not only professional but also incredibly welcoming, making every visit special. In a testament to the kitchen staff, particularly Yazz & Mikaela - the Sunday roast at The Elm Tree is, hands down, the best I've ever had. I've taken many friends and family there, and they all agree with me. But it's not just the Sunday roast that stands out; the regular menu is also outstanding. The quality of the food is always on point, with every dish showcasing the care and expertise of the kitchen. Also, my partner is vegetarian with specific dietary preferences, and they consistently excel in accommodating these, offering tailored and satisfying options that cater perfectly to her needs! The atmosphere in the pub is just as impressive. We were welcomed with open arms and have always felt comfortable there. It's more than just a place to eat and drink; it's a community hub where we've made friends with the staff and other locals alike. This was particularly great for us, having only recently moved into the area. Moreover, The Elm Tree's dog-friendly nature has been perfect for our 2-year-old Black Lab, Jango, who loves visiting as much as we do, especially to see Ady and the team. I truly see The Elm Tree as our local pub, and I hope to spend many more years enjoying its friendly atmosphere, delicious food, great beer and excellent service. It's clear that this place is not just a business but a passion for those who work there, and that's what makes it so special.

Genuinely the best food we've had in a long time, Service was very attentive without being over the top, very good value for money and not local but we will be back again soon and try and squeeze in a pudding next time. Thank you Matt, FI and Will

Beautiful food and superb service - highly recommended. Best pub meal we’ve had in quite a while.

A nice country pub atmosphere with large terrace for summer enjoyment. Easy going service and a good level of attention with a good menu selection. We had the Sunday roast. Definitely be back!

Big portions (burger), atmosphere is alright albeit a tad run down, however the staff and service were good which is what matters.

Great country pub, super welcoming and friendly staff. Cosy atmosphere, amazing food, the pork belly was delicious! Very dog friendly and lovely with a fire going.

Went on Mother's Day for starters and a roast. (one of the kids had a burger) Really good, no, actually GREAT FOOD ! Gluten-free choices Exceptional ! LOVELY STAFF quick to respond online to a couple of questions we had! Will be back for sure.

The staff are friendly and very helpful, there are a number of interesting dishes on the menu. The food is excellent, and the beer and wines are very good. We went on a fine day and the views were phenomenal. The wheelchair access is on the main road where you cannot park - even stopping for the wheelchair user to get out is a bit dangerous. The route from the car park to the level access entrance is down a dangerously steep slope and up the pretty steep side road. But all told, a great place to eat

Lovely place with great choices for gluten free food, which was extremely delicious.

What a fantastic place! The Sunday Lunch was one of the best I've had in a really long time. Thanks to the Chef for making a special gravy for me and the rest of the team for the quality of service.

Lovely host who has just taken over the pub. Food was incredible and priced well. Chunky chips were spot on. Atmosphere was a little flat on a midweek lunch but seems well set up for large numbers.

Amazing food, home made apple sauce for the pork roast , superbly presented within a lively setting

Wow, this place is amazing, this place is highly recommended. Food was wonderful, clearly a very talented chef is in residence. Super accommodating and respectful in terms of the menu when it came to allergens. Staff were wonderful, super friendly as well. We will be back!

Everything regarding this pub was superb, staff were first class, the food was lovely and the manger even came out to say thank u for coming and even a good bye!!!...just a lovely pub..definitely worth a visit.

REALLY recommend this place. Went there for a Xmas party with 40 cyclists of “advancing years” (so a bit of forgetting what they’d ordered) arriving in wet kit (so lots of needing to hang / dry damp cycle clothing) and they did a really good job of making everyone comfortable and getting everyone served in good time and getting what I ordered. Plus when it was clear that, despite a couple of requests to the (younger and clearly not super experienced) staff for my extra veggies that they had, indeed, been forgotten, I spoke to the manager and he resolved it very quickly. The best bit is the Food! I eat a lot of pies and a the chicken and tarragon was without a doubt the best I’d ever had! absolutely delicious. Don’t be put off by the slightly wacky decor. Personally I think it gives it a fun family feel

Delicious food and very friendly staff. The beetroot and goats cheese salad was so tasty. We had a dog friendly table on one side of the pub which was cosy with a lovely open fire.

Fantastic location for a country stroll before or after a visit to the Elm Tree. You will mot be disappointed. Book well in advance for a weekend treat 😋 There was a warm welcome on arrival and a good selection of 🍸 🍷 🍺 to choose from. Table service was prompt personable and informative. As it was Sunday, I went for the roast chicken. Wow ,they don't skimp on the portion sze . The chicken skin had a little crisp to it and well cooked and rested. Flavoursome, yes. Fab 👌 roasted spuds and all veg cooked to perfection. All brought together with a decent gravey. Sticky toffee pudding to finish 😋 plate picked clean 😋 👌 All in all a good do was had by all. Tip ....if busy parking on site is limited, alternative parking is on the muddy verge . Thanks to the front of house staff for still smiling after entertaining over 130 covers and Ade and the kitchen staff for a very pleasant Sunday afternoon lunch 😀 and a lovely memory. 😍 I am looking forward to our next visit 😀 .

Fantastic Sunday lunch with friends-excellent service and food was delicious Dog friendly also and nothing was to much trouble. Also the roast dinner and gravy was delicious thank you team elm tree we’ll be back (not like the terminator)

Great lunch experience at The Elm Tree today. The food was amazing; tasty, large portions and reasonably priced. Really good attentive service as well. Thank you!

Fantastic pub, the food is the best and the staff are lovely

Food was fantastic, especially the roast lamb

Have been and had the burger a few times, absolutely delicious and such generous amounts. The salad on the side is lovely!! I’ve also tried the aubergine veggie dish which is another great meal. Next for the chicken Kiev!!

Possibly the best Sunday pub lunch we've had in a long while. Meat tender enough for the old folk with plenty of gravy. Delicious vegan options that would shame most establishments, who seem to think a generic chickpea and sweet potato curry is good enough - as though vegan people don't enjoy food or eating (unless it's a mushy chilli type affair) and vegetarian options to match. Everyone felt happy, well fed and included. Plus friendly, helpful and attentive staff. Well done The Elm. We shall be back!!

Highly recommended for vegans! Great vegan options, caters well for vegans and non-vegans! We had vegan nut roasts and came with lots of trimmings. We also had vegan sticky toffee pudding which was lovely! Staff were really accommodating and kept us well supplied with extra gravy etc. Portions were massive and fairly priced! Some good local and London beers.

Absolutely stunning family meal. Food was exceptional, Sunday roast a real treat. Children’s meals also brilliant. Service from all the team was friendly, very welcoming and perfect balance of attentive but not over the top.

Always a friendly welcome at this lovely country pub. I had the pie of the day this time, which was absolutely delicious. It’s a lovely cosy atmosphere inside on a cold day, and in summer, the views are great if sat outside.

Visited on Remembrance Sunday with family, was the first time we’ve been and the food & service were both great! My daughter especially loved the quirky fish tanks in the ladies 😂

Excellent service, lovely atmosphere great staff amd delicious food.

Myself & a friend were at a conference in Reading and wanted a friendly local pub for an evening meal. Arriving at The Elm Tree, we were warmly greeted and very well looked after from start to finish by the manager, bar staff, sous chef & chef. The food was exceptional, as was the service. We were made to feel very welcome and unrushed. If we are in the area again, we will definitely be returning. Highly recommended. Thank you again.

Lunch for a friends birthday. 10 of us - great service & food was delicious.

Looking some where to have evening meal with wife cousin found this place Staff very welcoming We were recommended starter they were very good could not fault burgers ,pork good and chicken Kiev very good recommend all Would go to the elm tree again

We have just had a wonderful well cooked, well presented, extremely tasty and good valued dinner at The Elm Tree, Beech Hill Road, Beech Hill, near Reading, Berkshire. We had a lovely welcoming from the proprietor Adrian who couldn’t do enough for us and was so caring and considerate. His chef Yazz was amazing and came out from the kitchen to see if everything was ok and that our steaks had been cooked to our liking. He was obviously so passionate about his cooking and wanting to ensure everything was just right. He really wanted to make sure we had a great experience. There was also a young waiter called Rory who was Courteous, well mannered and had a very pleasant disposition when serving the food. He just added to the whole experience. It is not often that I want to do any reviews, so this is a rarity, but being so impressed I really needed to leave one. If you find yourself down that way I would thoroughly recommend visiting this establishment for a culinary delight and staff with plane old fashioned values.