The Reading Room in Reading

We came here for afternoon tea and had a lovely experience. The food was lovely, especially the scones and the staff were fantastic. Couldn’t recommend it enough.

Excellent surprise to discover such a place in Reading, a more fine dining kind of thing. Highly recommend! The plates are well presented, the food is tasty and the waiters are lovely.

Excellent food. Good value. Excellent service. So pleased we decided to book and I can't understand why it is not better used for lunches.

What a lovely, personal experience from start to finish. From the initial enquiry email through main reception, to service in The Reading Room. Nothing was too much trouble and they took our groups allergens and intolerances extremely seriously. Staff were friendly and attentive, without being in our face. We were able to relax and not be rushed through. The afternoon tea food was absolutely delish- one of the best we've had (all 3 of us agreed this). We will be back. Thanks for making a birthday celebration very special.

Lovely service and food was fantastic. The afternoon tea was filling and delicious! Would highly recommend we also had a live pianist which added a beautiful touch.

We had the tasting menu and the wine flight, which were both amazing. Lovely food, lovely service, it just felt a bit rushed.

My husband took me out for a dinner on Saturday. And what a great experience it was.we had 7 course tasting menu, each dish was presented beautifully, the lady who served us Alicija, gave as good description of each dish, and it made us feel really special. All staff was smiley and polite and created good atmosphere. Definitely will be coming back 🙂

we went to the reading room to celebrate my husbands birthday . it was quite with only a few people most of which appeared to be having afternoon tea. having being shown to the table they brought us a glass of water each , surely it should have been a jug of water with 2 glasses? after a few moment s they brought the menu but not the wine menu. we asked for the wine menu and when we chose a wine was told it wasn't available as they had a big wedding the day before, surely they should have thought of that especially as the second one we chose was also unavailable. shouldn't the wine waiter have pointed these out when he gave us the menu? when the wine arrived the wine waiter did not show the bottle to myself or my husband , also he didn't not invite either of us to have a taste first!!!!!! the service was exceptionally slow despite the fact that they were not very busy. the food itself was very enjoyable but i think they have a lot to learn about service!

Amazing place and amazing service! Food is delicious!!! The place is very nice, really recommended! They have a great set menu and also a la carte options

First time here, beautiful hotel, food was outstanding, the presentation of the food, the tastes and the aromas were amazing and well worth a visit. Our waitress Shadey went out of her way, she was plesent with a great manner Give this place 5*

We held my parents Diamond Wedding Anniversary meal at the Roseate Hotel in Reading. Yousra and Romina in the Events Team could not have been more helpful in booking and organizing this special evening. They and all the staff on duty for our meal really did go that extra mile to make this a truly memorable evening for all the right reasons. Thank you so much from my initial enquiry, through to the last spoonful of food and the final drop of wine.

Had a very lovely afternoon tea at the Roseste on Sunday afternoon. The food, service and everything was excellent. Recommended.

This used to be where you could get great quality food and wonderful service. Now, oh boy, how it's changed. The staff have no clue what they are doing. The food orders are incorrect, the service is so bad it is insulting and no-one seems able to achieve anything.

Lovely celebration lunch - amazing beautifully presented food with friendly and welcoming service. Lovely balanced flavours in every dish. Will be back

Nice and cozy environment. Food was Michelin standard, good quality and beautiful presented. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Will definitely revisit The Reading Room again in the future.

Saturday afternoon tea, restaurant wasn't busy. Service was adequate, certainly not exceptional with moderate waits to be seen by a member of staff. The room felt a little dull, and was slightly cool. My mother thought the distressed mirrors looked as though they needed cleaning, not sure they added much to the room. We chose champagne afternoon tea, bread was a little thick with not enough filling. 2 scones per person made it all feel too bready. Petit four cakes were nice enough. Wouldn't go back.

Poor service as the servers took forever to check on us. food portion is very small for the value of money and ambience is poor too. Don’t recommend - waste of time & money.

We went to the Roseate for a champagne afternoon tea (a present from our son). We had a superb afternoon tea with champagne and had a wide choice of speciality teas. Would really recommend this to anyone in the Reading area. The staff were very polite and attentive and the surroundings were very comfortable.

Three of us had a business lunch at The Reading Room today. Everything was outstanding - food, service and ambience! It was a shame that we couldn’t enjoy the interesting wine list - but we had to work. The restaurant exceeded expectations and is thoroughly recommended!

Wow!!! What a dreamy evening. My husband and I visited for the first time last night and felt we just had to leave a review! We both had the tasting menu and it was out of this world!! Every single course was devine, not only did they look sensational they tasted out of this world!! Can’t wait to return!! Had already been looking up the Afternoon Tea.

I treated my cousin to lunch at The Roseate as it was her 60th birthday. We had two waitresses who were very attentive but not intrusive. I had mentioned the birthday when I booked and as a result my cousin was presented with a slate with the most beautiful ‘Happy Birthday’ calligraphy in chocolate I have ever seen! The food (from a lunchtime set menu) was delicious and beautifully presented. We had a non alcoholic cocktail and it tasted so good, we didn’t even notice that there wasn’t any alcohol in it! We are very lucky to have The Roseate in Reading. It really is a beautiful hotel ideal for special occasions or when you just fancy a treat! Yes it is a little more pricey than some chain restaurants but you really do get what you pay for - good ingredients, imaginative flavours, all beautifully presented with discreet, attentive service and nice loos! What’s not to like?!

This is a fine dining experience which delivers on flavour and service. It is not cheap (see photos and prices) and the portions are expectedly small for a fine dining experience, but the flavour is superb and you can taste the high quality of the ingredients. I had never had caviar or a souffle before - so it was a great experience and treat. The service is easily the BEST I have ever experienced in a restaurant - the waiters and waitresses are quick to remove dirty plates and then provide the next course, they are so attentive and precise. Even when the souffle took 30 mins (which they were upfront in warning as about), we timed this and it was 28 minutes precisely. Thank you for a lovely experience.

A delightful afternoon tea. The selection was delicious and beautifully presented. The service was superb, especially from Ross who really went the extra mile to make our visit a joy. Well done and thank you.

We had the wine paired 7 Course Tasting menu. Service was good and the wines were lovely. Unfortunately the food was underwhelming. The pork belly did not look fresh cut and was hard and dry. The Monkfish was very overcooked and had a mushy spongy texture. All dishes were beautifully plated but besides the pallet cleaner, lacked that “wow factor”.

We went back to the Reading Room after being given a return booking after a less-than-satisfactory experience. I must thank Simon and his team for his expert handling of this, I can think on one hand the number of restaurants that would have gone that far. We had the tasting menu and the flight of wine. It appears to be the same menu from our previous visit which was in October. Overall the food was good, my only comment was that the pickled vegetables with the rabbit terrine needed some extra zing to be truly pickled. The beef course was nice and the confit carrot was tasty, I have never tasted one before. The chocolate delice was a nice ending. Overall good food and good service. Once again, thank you for your great level of customer service.

Most excellent food from the kitchen and service by Malcolm. The taster menu was complimented perfectly by the flight of wine.

We booked a festive lunch for our family, who were visiting us for an early Christmas Day. The booking process was smooth and friendly, with preorders taken a couple of weeks prior to the day. When we arrived, we were delighted to see a private area for us. Our table was laid with crackers, festive novelties, and our pre ordered soft drinks ready for us. All the staff were friendly and attentive, without rushing us. The food was delicious, with each course presented well. We had coffee and teas with fresh mince pies to finish. I’d definitely recommend booking The Reading Room for a special occasion, we are so glad we chose here,

An absolutely wonderful experience . I had a problem with booking a meal to celebrate my son’s, ( and his girlfriends ) masters graduation . A member of staff ( Simon I believe ) contacted me by phone and booking was sorted - and what a surprise - secluded private seating area , which we were taken straight to on arrival even though we arrived 25mins early ! Service , staff, food was all fantastic .The gentleman who helped me with the booking also came and introduced himself and checked whether everything was fine . Really , so impressed . We had a wonderful evening . Thank you . Definitely recommend 👍

We went for afternoon tea in the Reading room, to celebrate a birthday. The food was impeccable. The selection of teas gave us plenty to choose from and they were excellent as expected. We were made very welcome by the attentive staff. I would highly recommend going here for an excellent, all round experience. I couldn't fault it. A great way to get together with family or friends.

Service was faultless, friendly and professional, wine list with reasonably priced and very good wines by the glass, lovely ambience and even better music. Had the 3 course lunch menu (friend and I chose different dishes). All courses were superb. Will definitely be back. As...

Love this place! Super stylish and great atmosphere. Top notch cocktails! Great and attentive service! Our bartender was specifically great!

Long before Roseate took control of the old Forbury Hotel, there used to be a fine dining restaurant here called Eden, run by top chef Daniele Galmiche, and another called Cerise. It was a sad day when Eden closed, as Reading has nothing like it...

Booked a table to celebrate our son's engagement to his fiance. The whole experience from start to finish was totally awesome 🥳. The food was to die for, the staff were attentive and available when needed. Our own dining room made this an experience we...

We went to The Reading Room for our anniversary, the staff were very attentive and friendly. Our food and drinks were amazing, we would definitely recommend!

Amazing service and quality of food - calming ambiance in a beautiful setting. Staff couldn't have been more accommodating

Lunch with friend. Nice welcome and atmosphere , excellent service, good food and wine, very clean and modern. Classy establishment

Epic 7 course tasting menu, very highly recommended! The service was top notch too, very attentive and super friendly. I'll definitely be back soon!

Afternoon tea with friends, we haven't seen each other for a year. Service was excellent as was the food and we all went home with "doggie bags ". Would definitely go again. Good value for money and an easy walk from.the Station

Delicious food, beautifully presented and beautiful ambiance. The server was well knowledgeable about the food and made recommendations as per our needs. The monk fish was one of my fav dish and desserts were delicious. Ross was very welcoming and took care throughout. One of...

This is our third time here but unfortunately will be our last. When you pay over £300 for the tasting menu with wine you expect something wow, it didn’t happen. The food was dull, it lacked flavour and wasn’t fabulous. The monkfish was suppose be...

LOVED, LOVED, LOVED the Reading Room at the gorgeous Roseate Hotel in Reading, UK. The ambiance and decor is sophisticated and chic and the food will surprise your palate and your senses. We had the Heritage Beetroot which tastes as beautiful as it looks...eat it...

The service was second to none, our waitress was very knowledgeable and served the tasting menu impeccably. The vegetarian tasting menu was a triumph and wine pairings added to the enjoyment of the meal!

We visited The Reading room for afternoon tea and received amazing service from Malcolm in the restaurant. He was so professional while explaining the varieties of teas to us. We enjoyed the freshly prepared sandwiches and scones, credits to the chef. Looking forward to visit...

Wow! Is all I can say. The cocktails here were amazing. Proper cocktails and not prefabricated like you get in most bars. Also 2 for £16. Brilliant.. Lily our barmaid was absolutely fantastic and she knew exactly what she was doing when it came to...

Fantastic dining experience with the taster menu. Attentive staff and fantastic flavours. Beautiful atmosphere and a great choice of accompanying wine.

Fabulous meal! Delicious food and really attentive service in a very ambient setting. We also loved the pre-dinner cocktails at the bar!

Probably the most expensive restaurant in Reading. Read the menu carefully. The wine sharing course has no food, and the food sharing course has no wine. So you are looking at 300 pounds for 2...ouch, but very good atmosphere

Food great - Monkfish. Good cocktails and staff. A treat to attend. I want to return to try more food.

Wonderful tasting menu and flight of wines. Staff were excellent, very helpful & knowledgeable about the wines. Really enjoyable evening.

From reception to a greeting from operations manager to a beautiful room and then a magnificent meal. Malcolm is superb.

Had breakfast. Adequate. Ran out of marmalade. Awful hollandaise. Staff surly. Refused dinner as staff were disinterested. Fire extinguisher unsecured next to table. No other diners for dinner.

I was gifted a 3 course a la carte voucher by my two sons for my birthday. Unable to use previously due to ill health we decided to use it for our 47th Wedding Anniversary today. The menu was interesting and different. All three courses...

Stayed at the hotel for 2 nights and thoroughly enjoyed all the food we had here! The staff were incredibly knowledgable about allergens and catered to my gluten free diet!

Excellent food, excellent service, wonderful atmosphere. Just a pity the oysters weren’t available. Highly recommended.

The food was to die for, really impressive!!! Ambiance very nice for a romantic night out, even if this was a solo business trip dinner for me... great for a rainy/dreary day since it's located in the lower level of the hotel, so no sitting...

A delicious way to celebrate our wedding anniversary. First visit to this restaurant and we were not disappointed. The service was attentive, informative and discreet, the menu was well balanced, and the dishes we enjoyed were culinary triumphs. The combination of tastes on each plate...

Lovely afternoon tea for a bridal party. The venue is beautiful and peaceful, with a live pianist adding to the atmosphere. The food was lovely and with lots to go around.

Brilliant food - presentation was amazing. Very good service as well. We had a lovely date here and will be back very soon.

Afternoon tea was lovely, service first class and a great atmosphere. Will call again for lunch or dinner

Excellent service, in a relaxed and contemporary setting, the different courses presented attractive and tasting great. Highly recommended, and absolutely 1 of the top restaurants in the Thames valley region. Try the scallops for a starter, in combination with the beef as a main all...

It's the best place in town. The staff are exceptional, the food and drinks are gorgeous and the ambience is absolutely ideal for meetings. It's where we always head for our best meetings!

high end imaginative cooking, great food and taste combinations and some really great touches make this a worthwhile lunch. Belly pork with crispy skin, decent size scallops and all super moist with lovely touches like the crisp discs of granny smith apple, bed of tapioca....

If you are looking for the perfect afternoon tea in Reading, there's no better place than the Roseate. The food was delicious, the service impeccable, the staff friendly and the atmosphere was just perfect. We even had a pianist!

Three of us for an a la carte lunch paid £240, and two were driving, so we didn't drink much wine. It isn't cheap. But we were very satisfied with the quality of the food and service. I will use this restaurant again. I doubt...

Great and accommodating staff that looked after us and made sure all our needs were met. Food was great also and will definately return.

We had a wonderful afternoon tea here the other week. The sun was shining, it wasn’t that busy and a pianist was playing all through our tea. The food and drink were great - we couldn’t finish it all so had a take-home box! The...

Lovely hotel with brilliant and friendly staff. The room was outstanding and had everything needed for a great stay. The food in the restaurant was simply outstanding. My wife was so impressed she made a point of sending a message to the chef, something she...

Had a wonderful afternoon tea for me and my friends special birthdays. The staff were very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. Thank you so much. We will definitely be returning and I will also be recommending to friends and family.

As it was the weekend, only the a la carte lunch menu was available. It's certainly not a cheap lunch, but it's an excellent one, and good value given that we ordered two courses, but plenty of extras (amazing bread and herb butter, and two...

Had afternoon tea here with 5 friends. 3pm on a Sunday afternoon. We had more than enough choice of tea,sandwiches, scones and cakes. It won’t knock your socks off but is very pleasant

Had a lovely anniversary meal with a voucher provided by our very generous friends. Enjoyed the meal very much. Simple food but cooked and dressed very well. Some lovely cocktails to end the night. Service by Damien was very professional and polite without being overbearing.

Having been asked when booking if it was for a particular occasion, it was extremely disappointing that there was no mention of it when we arrived. I didn't expect to get anything for free, but an 'Oh I see it's your birthday, happy birthday' might...

The Reading Room is one of the best restaurants in Berkshire. The whole evening was fantastic. We tried the taster menu with the flight of wine and I can fully recommend. The wines perfectly paired. The service was impeccable. Thank you

We had a family birthday meal here. The food was great as was the service. The staff were really helpful (and let us bring our own cake!). Would highly recommend

What a great restaurant. Not having visited previously, we came here for our 45th wedding anniversary lunch and we were not disappointed. Wonderful food, attentive service and a good ambience. For a start, we were offered complimentary glasses of bubbly to mark the event and...

Incredible food in an intimate setting. Service was impeccable. Would highly recommend. Cocktails are great too.

First time visiting the Reading Room in the Roseat Hotel and was most impressed. Had the traditional afternoon tea for 2 - Great selection of teas, impressive quantity and quality of sandwiches, scones and cakes. I also left my umbrella there and reception called me...

Went for the vegan afternoon tea for a bridal shower. It was such a lovely atmosphere, the service was impeccable and the food was insanely good (you wouldn’t have even known it was vegan). There was also a love piano player who really made the...

Took my mum with me for afternoon tea, which was a birthday gift. Had a lovely time, food was amazing and the staff were so helpful and polite and made us feel really welcome. Would definitely recommend it and would love to go again. Thank...

Brilliant service with wonderful foods! Well decorated restaurant which give you a good vibes to enjoy the delicious food. Especially love the cocktail “Whiskey Sour”.

Birthday treat for my husband,we had the whisky room experience. Food was amazing the server knew his stuff a great night

I had afternoon tea over the Easter weekend with my mum and daughter. It was lovely. The food was all delicious and so beautiful. The attention to detail was amazing. Would definitely recommend.

This was a 21st birthday family group celebration. We ordered from the a la carte menu and the food was excellent - interesting dishes that all worked well. A Wednesday evening and the restaurant was very quiet. The ambiance was a little flat, but the...

Four school friends celebrating 80th birthdays. First was September. Liked it so much we celebrated my birthday in February. Still liked it so celebrated the third birthday in March. We feel looked after here and will return for the forth 80th birthday later this year.

Fantastic afternoon tea, remarkable range of teas available, relaxing atmosphere and brilliant service. We can’t wait to come back

We had an afternoon tea and it was delicious. The service was really friendly, treating us like princesses (my mum and me). That's the best scones I've ever had and I've had many. Gosh, we were stuffed afterwards! Thanks for an amazing experience!

Before Lockdown I ate regularly at this restaurant, partly because it was convenient for friends arriving by train. Last week's visit was my first in three years, during which the restaurant has had a makeover that provided a more spacious effect. Two of us opted...

Absolutely fantastic food.. Great service by the staff. Highley recommended Will definitely come again

We live about 20 mins away from Reading in the Oxfordshire countryside. It is really hard to find good food in our area. There are a lot of pubs and cafes but nothing really stand out. We were absolutely delighted to discover The Reading Room....

After reading previous reviews I booked a table for dinner to celebrate my son’s birthday.The restaurant was very busy with a large function , this in no way detracted from our enjoyment , the bar staff were very professional and service was excellent .We enjoyed some of the best cocktails we have ever had before being seated in a private area so as not to feel overwhelmed by the larger party ( nice touch thank you ) The wine selection was interesting and surprisingly good value . Every single plate of food was beautifully presented and thoroughly enjoyed .My personal favourite was the lamb main course which was just fabulous . Every element of our evening exceeded our expectations . Thank you to all the staff for their hospitality and a thoroughly enjoyed evening .A lot of passion and hard work is needed by the whole team to produce this experience . I am very excited to visit my son again at university as it gives me an excuse to book what I have no doubt will be another memorable evening .