The Greyhound Finchampstead in Wokingham

The Greyhound is a great local pub! Had a great night with live music a brilliant team and fabulous cocktails made by Matt!!! This truly is the best pub around.

They recently hosted my daughter's wedding reception and it is hard to believe that it was their first one. It was a perfect day with outstanding food, service and nothing was too much trouble. The staff were truly exceptional with smiles on their faces during a 12 hour reception. It was the best wedding reception I have attended in my considerable years including my own!

Friendly welcome and a nice table for six. The children were offered crayons for a wordsearch, and the bread selection was good. Then the problems started: - the pasta was too al dente for children - the gravy with the sausages was so thin it was like a broth - a pregnant member of our group ordered trout which was raw in the middle, sent back and reappeared still raw - no problem with doing a gluten free batter for the fish and chips and swapping chunky chips to fries, they said, and then grilled fish with no batter and chunky chips turn up - the cottage pie was underwhelming - several of the dishes were not that warm, verging on cold It wasn't even that busy, so I've no idea what was going on in the kitchen. They took one meal off the bill without us asking, and to be fair some of the food was tasty, but every single dish had faults. When you're paying £20+ for a main it needs to be much better than this.

We had a fantastic evening! Food was beautiful, the atmosphere was jubilant and staff great. We were staying with a friend for the weekend and will return on our next visit.

We made use of the travelzoo offer for a 3 course meal. This is a really lovely pub with wonderful friendly service. We absolutely loved all 3 courses and wouldn't hesitate to return.

Stopped for a quick drink whilst passing through. Was nice and quiet, loved the advertising for the upcoming supper club events, they sounded great. Nice garden patio area with nice seating, also noticed they had some pods which I see the gent set up for dining so assuming you can book those to eat in. Situated in a nice area. Thank you!

What a beautiful place with gorgeous food. We were lucky enough to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine in lovely surroundings. Matt who looked after us was so friendly and helpful as were the rest of the team. We will definitely be back.

Perfect spot , very clean, lovely garden and interior. We pop in only for drink but will back for food. Attentive staff,highly recommended.

Had a lovely birthday dinner. The place is really nice, the food was lovely and our server Brian was a really friendly guy.

We were there for lunch and ate outside. The place is very nicely done out. Service was very good, mature, with smiles and helpfulness although some things came up a bit slowly. We had three courses. Food was not run of the mill and with some interesting mixes. The veggie tart starter was very good; mains - my trout was good but was slightly undercooked so had to send it back -no problems with that.. Anne's duck was nice but was two slabs of meat so a better presentation is needed. Choc mousse was good but the choccy bread and butter pud (a special) needs work. (I have high standards) Overall - recommended. The three course set menu is £32 +12.5%.

Sunday lunch at its finest! I cannot recommend the Greyhound highly enough after our recent experience for Sunday lunch. Food was fantastic but it was the service, in particular from Alex that made it. We were a party of 6 with lots of questions and despite a very busy restaurant, Alex made us feel like we were no1! GREAT job! Thank you Greyhound. We already booked for next Sunday.

An excellent Sunday lunch to celebrate my daughter’s birthday, superb food and outstanding customer service from Alex. Not only was he knowledgeable and professional but delivered our service with a great sense of humour that kept us laughing all through lunch. Thank you Alex and team we look forward to returning soon.

We visited The Greyhound in November and returned in January following the launch of the new menu. We had a great evening and the place was buzzing. The new menu especially delighted the fish lover amongst us. The staff were really attentive but not overboard and it was good value for the quality of food. Full intending to go again, would recomend.

Celebrated a special occasion with some work colleagues. The meal was lovely and we received a very warm welcome from Tom, Jess and Matt. I would definitely recommend the Greyhound at Finchampstead as a perfect venue for dining.

Just back home after having lunch at the Greyhound. As usual the food was top class. We are real foodies and always willing to try new things. Every single morsel was exceptional. The real reason for this review is for our server Jess. Keep in mind that this was a cold January day and my husband , daughter and I decided to eat outside in a Cabana. The Cabana was heated and we were dressed for the cold weather. Jess, our server was not . This did not stop her being the perfect hostess. With her lovely smile and enthusiasm she braved the cold in her indoor clothes to give us the best service. Her knowledge of the dishes and wines were really helpful. As it was our Daughters birthday the chef sent a special dessert for the Birthday lady. Thanks to Jess who made the whole experience so lovely. Would happily recommend this restaurant for amazing food and even more amazing staff like Jess. We'll be back very soon again.

I last went to the greyhound more than twenty years ago, and was amazed when we recently stopped in for a drink. It's been beautifully redecorated and the menu was full of good food. We've since eaten there a few times and it's always been good. On our latest trip the.menu seems to have had lots of work and the hog and hogget from the specials board was one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten, rich and savoury and just wonderful. The service was great, friendly and attentive without being overbearing. We will definitely be going back...

Made an enquiry on 12/09/23 for Christmas Day booking at 1pm for x3, the response was only 12.00 & 2.30pm free. Booking so early was disappointed that 1pm request all the tables had gone. We've been out for Christmas Day for many years and always secured our desired time. Must have been off the ball in 2023. We arrive at 12.00 full of Christmas cheer and excited for our Christmas lunch. We where greeted and escorted into complety empty dining room, hummmm okay we must be the first. 20 minutes later we asked the server where is everybody she said they will be busier later. One hour later a table for x2 arrived by this point we had become so uncomfortable with the experience we had received being the only table in a completely empty restaurant with the staff staring constantly we felt like a zoo exhibition. The starter arrived and once cleared removed within seconds of the cutlery being placed and the main arrived meer minutes after. The whole experience was horrible I've had more atmosphere at a wake than at the greyhound. More tables did arrive around 1.20pm and by the time we made a hasty exit at 1.40am the resturant was a 1/3 full. Leaving me baffled as to WHY we where given such a time at the response email. The greyhound deliberately placed us in an completely empty restaurant for 80% of a meal which was £110 each + drinks and £50 inforced tip the server made it clear they did not want to be there. Who ever runs this place clearly states as the profits and does not want returning custom. We had been regular patrons until 2023 wake-mas. Know its avoided like the plague and not recommended to anyone I come in contact with.

Lovely cosy restaurant with polite efficient staff. Ordered burgers which were perfect, not greasy or sloppy and lovely chunky chips. Nice Chilean Chardonnay. Car park spaces a little tight.

Quite rare nowadays to find somewhere that does a nicely prepared & interesting vegetarian course (that isn’t lasagne, veggie burger, or risotto!) The grilled cauliflower was a lovely thoughtfully, presented dish. We also really enjoyed the cocktails. The atmosphere is lovely as well. Service was great. What a little treasure! I’m looking forward to coming back in the New Year.

The Greyhound has the most delicious food (was particularly impressed by how much of it was locally sourced) and some of the best and most attentive staff I’ve experienced in a long time. Jess was our server and was amazing, the atmosphere was wonderful and...

Went for Sunday lunch a few weeks ago and it was truly a treat. You are really spoilt with full plates and as much extras (potatoes, cauliflower cheese, vegs) as you'd like! Probably the best roast we've had in a very long time. Excellent service, specially from Jess, who couldn't do enough to look after us. This place will definitely become a regular for us! :)

Had an absolutely lovely time visiting for a celebratory dinner a couple of weeks ago. The atmosphere was lovely and so were the staff. Our host Jess was incredibly attentive and gave some delicious food/drink pairing recommendations. Would recommend here to anyone!

Went for Sunday lunch. The restaurant was busy so a great ambiance. The staff were amazing, friendly and helpful. The roast was huge, medium rare beef with loads of vegetables including cauliflower cheese. Couldn’t manage dessert but they looked good.

What happened? The last time I was here I would have said this restaurant was reaching Michelin star status but our meal yesterday was completely lack lustre. We waited ages for our opening drink order. Whilst two of our groups starters were excellent the tiny...

After a previous visit during the week in July we visited on a Sunday for my fathers Birthday. Unfortunately the Sunday menu/chef leaves a lot to be desired after their full a la carte. During the week the food is outstanding, for a Sunday the...

This is local to us and has been on our radar to visit. It clearly boasts on the website "No tiny portions, deconstructed dishes, frills or foam – just superb food" What more could you ask for. We went with friends on a Saturday evening...

This is a great place, the staff are always friendly and today we took my brother and his family for Sunday lunch. The food was outstanding with good portions and great quality, as always the service from the team was brilliant. Always a superb place...

We’ve been a few times and the food is always delicious and the service amazing. We have two small boys who like to walk around between courses and the staff were really understanding and lovely. Tonight we had an early family dinner for my husband’s...

Lovely place to stop off and have a bacon bap and a coffee after a long dog walk. Natalie was very smiley and helpful and she made sure there was clean bowls of water for the dogs. The coffee is excellent and the service was...

Excellent food, as always. The menu has a great choice and makes the very best of seasonal and local produce. We are looking forward to returning - lovely staff and manager.

Ate with the travel zoo special offer but would have gladly paid full price. Pumpkin soup, venison cottage pie, apple and plump crumble. Excellent service. Great good.

We confidently strolled into the rustic establishment and were greeted with the comforting hospitality Manager Jess (we're assuming that was her position based on our experience) and Natalie.

Lovely warm welcome. Waiting staff attentive but not intrusive. We had starters and main courses with wine. So much to choose from the ‘a la crate’ menu it was hard to decide - something for everyones palate. I can highly recommend the ‘specials’.. seafood was...

We had high hopes when we walked into the Greyhound last week - the menu sounded delicious, the local wine list was enticing. Unfortunately the reality was rather underwhelming. Despite being the last table to walk in, we were shown past all the lovely large...

We were really looking forward to our visit at The Greyhound for a birthday treat. Unfortunately, it really didn’t live up to our expectations. We asked for two glasses of red, they tasted fizzy, which is apparently normal for this wine when newly opened !?...

We had been really looking forward to having dinner at the Greyhound, having had drinks on the terrace a few times previously. We had seen good posts online and the menu looked very inviting. The pub has a beautiful outdoor dining area and we were...

Fantastic food and service. We came here the other week and the Beef Wellington was exceptional, so we went back and had it again and it was just as good as the first time. The steak was tender and cooked to perfection. Such a great...

Absolutely delicious food. 2 of us had the roasted cod - cooked perfectly; 2 had steak cooked perfectly according to choice; 1 fish and chips- v much enjoyed. Tyler was a v attentive waiter. We will be back 😊

We booked Sunday lunch after enjoying a delicious breakfast bun at the pub’s adjacent cafe/shop. The lunch was outstanding. The service was excellent too, and we very much appreciated the well-spaced tables in the bar with room for our dog. We’re looking forward to returning...

Brilliant, a must for lovers of good food and good service. Roast dinner today with best beef I’ve ever had. All the trimmings as well , couldn’t fault anything

Me and my partner came in for a lunch date. Have to say the service was great from start to end. I love a beef wellington and it was delicious. Cooked to perfection. The chicken liver on toast has to be the best starter I’ve...

Three starters, five mains and five deserts..... all excellent, well cooked and well presented. Unusually everyone went for Fish as the mains which ranged from Fish and Chips to a lovely piece of monkfish. If I'd have read the previous couple of reviews I wouldn't...

Enjoyed a fantastic Saturday lunch, from start to finish everything was perfect. Treated by the wonderful attentive staff who gave menu recommendations that were greatly received! We went with two of the recommended specials - scallops and skate wing - both you could tell were...

This claims to be a gastro pub, but it certainly isn’t that. Very ordinary roast lunch, with overcooked Yorkshire pudding, undercooked potatoes, you get better in chain carveries. And it was like being at a kid’s tea party … full of families which is fine...

Had a lovely three course meal, a bottle of wine ambience was great and food was tasty. Service was friendly and the staff were considerate with timings off starters and main. Will definitely be back! Would advise coming early for a cocktail at the bar...

What an amazing restaurant . Everything from the greeting to the very end was faultless . My starter and main were exceptional in taste and size … the wine and cocktails were outstanding and the service was just spot on !!! I will be returning...

We ordered what was meant to be a gourmet burger, which was made out of poor quality meat, unseasoned, overcooked and served with square processed cheese in a cheap "costco value pack" white bun and a tiny tin of chips. We also ordered a roast...

Unbelievably overpriced . £18 for a glass of wine. The food was ok but the vegetarian risotto’s were apparently tasteless. The staff were too pushy and it meant that it was not a relaxing atmosphere We definitely won’t be going back

I had the vegetarian meal with gnocchi. When it arrived all the others commented that it looked like a starter compared to the other main courses. It was ok, nothing special, but a wholly inadequate portion. I finished my main course before the others were...

First time here, we thought we would go for a Sunday lunch and it was absolutely gorgeous! Amazing food very friendly staff and a great time had by all! Will deffo be back!

First time visiting only came for drinks but couldn't resist the Sunday roast.Best pub roast I have had lovely setting and staff very friendly.Will defo come back.

Had lunch her with a friend who has many food intolerances and found a menu that totally accommodated his needs. This was backed up by a knowledgable staff for whom my friend’s needs were no bother at all. I have no intolerances but had a...

A lunchtime, family, birthday meal as had be told there was a new chef. The location and the staff are fantastic. Every plate we had was fantastic, from the Steak Tartare to the Cod and Steaks and the wines/cocktails to tie it all together. The...

Another great evening.Apart from the excellent food and ever changing creative menu, it’s the atmosphere we enjoy. The staff led by Michael,Tom and Alexa are always pleasant, enthusiastic and attentive. This is why this is one of our favourite pubs.

Lovely evening meal, our waitress (Emily?) was excellent including pairing whisky with cheese! Great food, beef Wellington burger & steak all enjoyed. Great atmosphere friendly staff will go back

This is our go-to local pub when we have friends for lunch. It is always very good with an ideal menu and good low-key service. The food is of a high standard and fairly priced for the quality served. It is a class above mere...

We recently visited The Greyhound Pub in Finchampstead with a group of friends, and unfortunately, our dining experience left much to be desired. We ordered two beef roast dinners and one burger with chips, and while the burger was satisfactory, the roast dinners were truly...

We had heard about this pub for a while so decided to try it. Food was OK but not excellent. Prices were too high for the quality. Our favourite dish was the whitebait which was very tasty. The croquettes were too expensive for what they...

Wow... Just absolutely amazing food. Amazing service, I must apologise as I tried to poach one of your amazing team. Who I must say stayed loyal to you Haha. The food was absolutley outstanding and hats off to who was making the cocktails as they...

Our meal was excellent, we ordered the Beef Wellington to share and it was absolutely delicious. A special mention for Olivia, it was so refreshing to receive such brilliant service, very friendly, knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you to the whole team, we look forward to...

Been a while since I ate here. Always thought food good, even if a bit on pricey side. The new menu is pleasingly different from most gastro pubs. The fish was excellent. Service very good and, all in all, a very pleasing experience

How this place only has 4* on TripAdvisor is beyond me. I have tried all bar a handful of places in and around Wokingham, and this place went above and beyond my expectations. Unbelievable. I raved about it so much that a friend booked the...

Our first visit to the Greyhound although we’ve visited other pubs owned by the same Company. Absolutely stunning. Classic building, clean and tidy with well maintained gardens with outside dining “pods”. Friendly welcome from the staff, well cooked and served classic dishes. A wide range...

Absolutely excellent and as good as some Michelin star restaurants. Service was friendly and professional. Great food choices with expensive touches - like crab, samphire and rhubarb.. Exceptional meal today - high quality dining as usual (and all with a Travelzoo voucher). Very many thanks.

We visited as a family for lunch on Saturday. We were made to feel very welcome and were taken to a generous table where we were able to have a really comfortable meal. The atmosphere and ambiance were lovely. Meal came promptly and service was...

A friend suggested we tried the Greyhound as they had been several times and loved the food. We decided to try the early evening deal (2 courses for £21, 3 for £24) which runs between 5 - 7pm even on a Friday. The pub has...

sat at the bar for 15 minutes, asked the lady for a drink and just got ignored. Served another pair who came in after so we left

Went to The Greyhound for the first time for a Mother’s Day meal. The pub had a really nice and relaxed atmosphere, even though they were really busy the staff were very attentive. Food was superb, and perfect size to allow for 3 courses. Would...

We had been looking forward to having a meal at this impressive looking local gastro pub for some time. A special offer became available for early evening diners which included something like a drink and either a 2 course dinner for £25 or a 3...

The best Sunday roast in Berkshire. I have to confess, I love a good Sunday roast and the one at The Greyhound is just superb. It’s tasty, it’s more than enough and the pub itself is just beautiful inside. Service with a smile, albeit a...

I wish to thank you for making my special occasion so memorable. Everyone at the party had a great time. The food was delicious and the wine excellent. A special mention for Michael who is a knowledgeable and amusing 'Mine Host'. The farm shop annexe...

I recently went here with some friends for a Sunday roast. Two of my friends couldn’t even eat their beef due to it being too tough and discoloured! I’m vegan myself and I ordered the nut roast which was very average and I requested vegan...

We had a lovely relaxing lunch here. The set menu was excellent and the things we ordered arrived well presented, hot and well seasoned. The puds were also delicious especially the rhubarb crumble yummy. We then visited the shop next door too and bought some...

Stunning food and lovely atmosphere. The service is top notch and the Beef Wellington is the best Ive ever tasted!!! Best pub by far in Berkshire

The food is incredible! As is the service. The pub itself is beautiful too. This is now our go to pub for a treat meal out.

The food at the greyhound never disappoints which is why we selected it for a very special celebration with overseas guests. The staff were extremely accommodating when I changed the number of guests twice (so sorry!) and treated us so well. The food was piping...

Our first time at the revamped Greyhound for dinner and we were very impressed. Pleasantly greeted and quickly seated, dining room was very nicely decorated too. I think Jess was the young lady serving us, very attentive and polite despite the restaurant being busy &...

If you haven’t visited the shop at the Greyhound then you are missing out! Great fresh local produce and the best coffee and pan au raisin in the area! Always welcomed by the amazing Donna who always looks after us - and our dog. Now...

If you haven’t visited Goswell & Birds (attached to the pub) - do it!!! We are now regulars and can’t rate Donna and the rest of the team highly enough. The coffee is delicious (certainly one of the best we’ve found in the area) and...

I have been coming to The Greyhound for many years and enjoy the warm and welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff and excellent food. The addition of a shop is a great bonus and asset to the village. You always get a warm welcome from Donna. Nothing...

The pub is amazing , but Donna in the farm shop. Is a delight , the meat and the produce is second to none, the welcome is also very special, the atmosphere in the shop is so cosy , I kind of want to keep...

The best bit of this eatery is that they allow dogs on the upper floor to enjoy lunch with their humans. This was a tranquil and well-behaved floor....However, not the same for our experience! I was with my family and no dog, so we were...

We called in on a Monday Evening for a meal. This was our second visit and were pleased that the service and food was still excellent. Michael and Jess looked after us extremely well , the food was well presented, wines and beers were good...

We really enjoy eating here and came for family lunch with my mother, and the dog came too. We had yet another great lunch - the service was really good - friendly, efficient and prompt. The food was delicious. Even my unbelievably fussy mother and...

Xmas Eve family dinner with 3 generations… staff were amazing.. could not be more helpful, especially with the little people.

Just got back and had to write a review. The food was amazing and service superb. Thank you Jacob and all for being so attentive. A great break from the Christmas treadmill.

Great service and great food from start to finish had a Sunday roast hands down best one I’ve had in a very long time warm and welcoming

Very impressed. The double chuck and rib was delicious, as was the trout starter. Service was excellent throughout, particularly the manager (Zeb?) for example when we asked about the intriguing champagne storage shelving! We visited early afternoon on a Saturday, so was peaceful and relaxed.

Restaurant had a lovely atmosphere with good lighting and tables well spaced. Very warm welcome and good, friendly and efficient service from every member of the team. Great food, well cooked and well presented. Very enjoyable evening all round.

We had a warm welcome for a sneaky lunch today. Our waitress Jess was very friendly and helpful when ordering. Husband says it was the best burger he’s had for a long time. Well done.

This is a nice country pub however the menu is way to complicated - it reads like a wannabe Michelin starred restaurant - not surprisingly they fail to deliver - the food was not great and barely warm and the prices are simply ott for...

A lovely pub with pleasant atmosphere, lovely outside area and brilliant service. The food is excellent on the whole. There is a very good value set menu available 12-3pm and 5-7pm. From our outing I can say that the grilled artichoke starter was a little...

Had a delicious brunch today. Nice vegan option for me, and mum (85) loved her trout and scrambled egg. We took in Jill the whippet and they couldn't have been more welcoming, with biscuits and a bowl of water for her. As for the care...

Beautiful pub/restaurant. Love the welcome we received. We had a 4 course lunch today and every course, every plate was delicious. Friendly staff. Amazing ambience. We will be back.

Had the IPA as a sweetener..then we had the trout pate and pork rillett followed by the hake and the partridge topping off with the sticky toffee and the Black Forest sundae ,the new team have really brought this place back into my book of...

I ordered a pint of Guinness since over the last year Guinness served in the UK has improved dramatically with pubs pouring it properly (45degrees) in two steps in a proper Guinness glass. I questioned why no Guinness glass and told “we don’t serve in...

We had the most beautiful meal tonight at The greyhound. Definitely a big must try as the food and drinks were perfect. For starters we had oysters that were fantastic and Cornish pork rillette,pickled chutney and Melba toast and all was wonderful. For main the...

I have been three times to the Greyhound using the Travelzoo voucher. Each time I have received consistently excellent service. Friendly staff are pleased to see you and have time for their customers. The food is excellent and the whole environment and ambience very welcoming...

I recently had lunch at The Greyhound and was very impressed. The service from the staff was attentive and helpful, and yet I never felt as if they were hovering. The food was excellent and varied, and I like how everything is seasonal and sourced...

Fab time for a bottomless champagne brunch with friends and looked after very well by Jess she kept us topped up and even added bonus of cassis too!