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The Bell Inn Aldworth

➤ Aldworth, Reading I-RG8 9SE, United Kingdom

Pubs • Steak • Cheese • British

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"We sat outside and enjoyed delicious hot rolls at this restaurant. The menu had a good selection to choose from. However, parking was a bit of a challenge as the car park was full and the extension field was too wet. The roads were also crowded with parked cars. The price per person ranged from £10 to £20. The food was rated 5 out of 5, the service a 4 out of 5, and the atmosphere a 4 out of 5. It was difficult to find parking, but there were options for free parking in a lot or on the street."

The Four Points Inn

➤ Haw Lane, West Berkshire, United Kingdom

Steak • Chicken • British • Vegetarian

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"We had a pretty terrible meal here. The deep fried starters were okay, as was the salad, but anything made ‘fresh’ was a mistake. Bread rolls burnt on top and not cooked in the middle, soup was brown water, Sunday lunch offered a dry crumbly...meat with a mix of completely uncooked veg and total mush that slid through the prongs of the fork. We ordered some side dishes and puddings that never came at all and we had to ask to have them taken off the bill at the end. No one asked if our food was okay, so presumably the staff know it isn’t. It was a special occasion, but they were late showing us to our table and then rushed us at the end of the meal because they had mistimed it for the next booking. I think it would have been hard for them to make it any less ‘special’. The play area is dangerous, with rotten wood and broken play equipment. I can see they’re very busy at the moment, but getting a carpenter in to fix things up needs to be a priority. It’s not safe. It’s such a nice building and location, it was a real shame about the food and the maintenance of the garden. If you visit, stick to drinks and maybe a plate of chips. I don’t understand where the good reviews have come from."

The John Barleycorn Inn

➤ Manor Road, Goring-on Thames I-RG8 9DP, United Kingdom

Pub • Cafés • Seafood • British

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"I made a last-minute reservation for a party of eight to celebrate my dad's birthday. We were truly impressed by how well we were taken care of; we felt welcomed right away. The staff were exceptional, and the food was simply delightful. Thank you for a memorable evening!"

The Catherine Wheel

➤ Station Road, RG8 9HB, South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Cafés • Pizza • Steak • Seafood

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"We regulary visit Goring and always go to the Catherine Wheel for lunch as in the past it has been excellent. Today however was not a good experience. No milk for teas or coffees and no suggestion thst a member of staff would go to the local grocers to get some. Toasted ciabattas , not toasted and very stoggy. Bacon burnt and ham in large chunks and very fatty. Crisps tasted stale and the salad had no dressing. The staff are friendly, but come on Catherine Wheel up your game or we wont be coming back"

Red Lion

➤ Basildon United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Pub • Fish • British • Vegetarian

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"I regret to say that the pub we visited today did not live up to the glowing reviews we had read. We went in for lunch this Saturday and found only four items on the menu—no sandwiches, paninis, or any enticing options. We all opted for the scampi and chips, while the other choices included a burger and chips, haloumi and salad, and one more dish that was utterly forgettable. The meals were extremely simple, akin to what one would serve children but in larger portions. To make matters worse, the two most appealing beers were unavailable due to a delivery issue. The atmosphere was lacking, and the best thing I can say is that everything was clean and the food was hot. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience."