With a diverse cosmopolitan resident population it is no wonder that Reading boasts a great variety of fine dining restaurants. Those who desire traditional English cuisine will not be disappointed as there is a great variety of restaurants serving up the customary steaks and roasts, Yorkshire pudding, stewed and roasted poultry and typical desserts like puddings and pies.

Culinary connoisseurs who desire gastronomic delicacies in the style of continental delights will be well served by the multitude of European restaurants in the area, with varieties of the traditional meats and poultry with the usual accompaniments prepared to a standard that would satisfy the most stringent of food critiques.

If it is zesty Italian dishes that the visitor desires, there is no shortage of variety with the usual pastas, seasoned meats, cheeses, seafood specialties and herb flavoured dishes prepared to perfection. Far from the common run of fast food eateries, quality Italian food is available in the area of Reading.

With a considerable presence of residents who trace their ancestry to the Indian subcontinent, there is no dearth of quality Indian and Pakistani restaurants in Reading. The usual highlights including spicy tandoori and masala dishes, curries and kebabs are available to suit any palate. Exotic dishes from around the world, including Chinese, Mexican and Japanese delicacies are also on offer in Reading.

Reading fine dining is well exemplified by the Millennium Madejski Hotel Reading’s Cilantro Restaurant. Ideal for noteworthy occasions such as corporate functions as well as dining at leisure, Cilantro offers a classy gourmet menu of the finest selections meticulously created from the freshest ingredients. A la carte menus are also available for the connoisseur.