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Buon Appetito

➤ Alfreds Head, RG1 7HT, Reading, United Kingdom

Carte • Sushi • Pasta • Mexican • Italian

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"After a day trip from Swansea to Legoland Windsor with my family, we decided to treat ourselves on the way home with a small detour (just 10 minutes off the M4) to try out Buon Appetito. What can I say? It was an absolute treat! We were warmly welcomed by a lovely hostess, who happened to be the chef's sister. She took great care of us, ensuring we were comfortable and even chatting with me, my wife, and our 4-year-old daughter. We ordered 3 pizzas: a Napoli, a classic Margherita, and a Calzone Piccante, along with 2 sides of fries (highly recommend the cajun spiced). When the pizzas arrived, we were pleasantly surprised by their generous size and more than fair prices. After a long day of walking, I devoured my calzone. The perfectly cooked dough with beautiful charred bubbles and flavorful filling reminded us of our time in Italy (thanks to the San Marzano tomatoes in the sauce). The standout was the Napoli pizza, with its crispy capers adding a salty crunch. Paired with a large glass of red wine, it made our 3-hour journey home much more enjoyable for my wife. Among all the Italian pizza places we've tried in the UK, this one ranks among the best. I highly recommend supporting this wonderful, family-run gem of a pizza place - you won't regret it!"

Buenasado Argentine Steakhouse Reading

➤ Unit 28 Lower Mall The Oracle Bridge Street Shopping Centre, Reading, United Kingdom

Carte • Bbq • Kebab • Steak • Cakes

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"I recently had dinner at this restaurant and I must say it was a fantastic experience. The price per person ranged from £20 to £30, which I found to be quite reasonable considering the quality of the food and service. Speaking of which, both the food and service were top-notch – I would give them a solid 5 out of 5. The atmosphere of the restaurant was also excellent, creating a pleasant and enjoyable dining environment. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant for a delicious meal and great dining experience."

Slug Lettuce Reading

➤ Riverside Level, Reading, United Kingdom

Carte • Cafe • Wine • British • High Tea

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"Aweful experience...i reserved table 10 in advance...on arrival said table was occupied. The hostess invited us to sit any where...which defeats the purpose of reserving the table. The hostess indicated you had to order using the app....which we proceeded to do...after several attemps to pay via the app...we had to pay at the bar. The waiter did not take or cash the complete order....the service was sluggish ...the milk for tea)was spilled on reaching the table...see photo..it was never cleaned...the food was pitiful...not value for money...."

The Reading Room

➤ 26 The ForburyRG1 3EJ, RG1 1AR, Reading, United Kingdom

Carte • Pizza • Seafood • British • Italian

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"I booked my daughters baby shower here with Andre he was amazing through every step of the process and advised me perfectly on what I needed catering exactly to our needs to suit our budget. Andre really did exceed our expectations and every aspect was perfect. The venue was set up beautifully with a stunning private event room and garden area. Andre even came in when he was not working to check in and say hello. Apo was our host on the day and he did not stop running around for us! He was so friendly and helpful making sure everyone was happy and catered for. The food was really lovely too and the vibe was on point. A real Gem of a venue and an incredible team cannot thank you guys enough for giving us a day to remember. So many compliments from our guests for what a great job I done when really it’s you guys that deserve the credit as you made the whole process a dream."

Treatz

➤ Friar St, RG1 1DP, Reading, United Kingdom

Carte • European • Desserts • American • Chocolate

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"The restaurant is unclean, with unfriendly and unhelpful staff. Our experience was terrible and I would not recommend this place. We brought our granddaughters to celebrate their granddad's birthday. The ice cream desserts were good and there were plenty of menu options to choose from. Despite booking a table online, they did not have our reservation in their system or did not bother to check. We had to find a staff member to be seated and were not greeted properly. The tables were sticky and the floors were dirty. The staff's attitude was unpleasant and they showed no interest in providing good customer service. I was very disappointed with the experience and have discussed it with others who also had negative experiences and would not return."