This place is on the top floor of inside the oracle just near House of Fraser. The crowd of people…read moremade me think it was great but I am really not impressed with this place especially since i came in with high expectations. I've heard that five guys was good while I was in the states but never had the chance to try them out. I did have In N Out burger often (which this place is very similar to in terms of style and serving and the limited menu which consists of burgers, cheeseburgers and bacon burgers) The difference here mainly is that you can add on a bunch of different toppings like grilled mushroom etc-(I'll post the menu) and that they have sandwiches and no delicious shakes or root beer. So I ordered and was excited about having my burger stuffed with deliciously grilled mushroom and onion, lettuce, pickles and tomato. I got the small sized burger which is essentially the same size but with a single meat patty. If I didn't ask I would have assumed they were kid size burgers. However, I was pretty disappointed with the result (photo posted) The tomato was green-which is a personal pet peeve. I need my tomatoes to be always be a rich red. There were only a few scraps of lettuce and the mushrooms lacked the meaty and grilled goodness that they should have. I wish the onions were cut thinner and caramelised properly too. They also don't ask how you would like your meat (mine was medium well from what I could see)however the meat was probably the only tasty part of the burger so I almost wished I ordered it without the bread which you can do. The bun really wasn't special and didn't taste fresh. Okay-so the chips were nice.They also post where they got their potatoes from on a board every day. They are big and chunky and you get a lot but was it worth 2.75? Not sure. There was a bit too much salt for my taste and I like them slightly crispier which these are bit on the soft side. I need to try the new shake shack in covent garden to compare how this place holds up but I have a feeling it will be much much nicer. If you're looking for a good burger in reading you're probably better off going somewhere else outside of reading since I don't know a place here with excellent burgers yet. Maybe if byron burger opens up or gourmet burger co. Although the one I wish will open here is Stacked burger which I had while I was in the states. The most delicious burgers Ive ever had. You can build your own burger on ipads on your seat and the variety is amazing. I miss it more now! So yah- you can get much nicer meals for the price (7.50 for one patty hamburger and little fries without a drink)

I was really craving a burger tonight and had passed by the Five Guys at the Oracle a few times and…read morethought I'd try it out. I've had it a few times in the states and have always enjoyed it so I was looking forward to a similar experience at the Reading location. I walked up to the counter and the lady who took my order was very friendly. I'm picky about what goes on my burger and she got everything right. I sat at the bar stools which overlook the river and shops/restaurants below, nice view and great for people-watching. Here's where the experience started to go downhill a bit. The lady behind the counter mentioned that they would call my number once my food was ready, but the music was blasting so I couldn't hear them. One of the six or so staff members standing around idly could have easily walked it over to me (there were about 10 other people in the restaurant and I was the only one without food so pretty obvious it was mine). I can kind of overlook this though, guess it's half my fault for not paying more attention. By the time I finally walked over and got my meal, it was a bit lukewarm. The portion sizes are good, I got the "little" burger and "little" fries and both were pretty hefty. The burger was really tasty, had no issues with it, same as I remembered. The fries were pretty limp, which was disappointing. My whole meal came out to £10 (drink included). Overall I was satisfied, but probably wouldn't come back to dine in with the annoyingly loud music. Good burger though, I might get just the burger (hold the fries) to-go in the future.

Good food. Great place to be by the riverside…read more I love the outdoor seating. Visit if your in reading.

What's better than Nando's? Another Nando's! This one is located on the south bank of the Oracle…read moreShopping Centre at Riverside. Ordering is the usual British model. Take a seat and get your table number, study the menu and then go up to the till ('register' in American) to place your order and pay for it. When it's ready, someone brings it to your table. The chicken is excellent. Several varieties of spice levels, ranging from Extra Hot, Medium and Lemon & Herb or Mango & Lime. I particularly enjoy the Medium, which I find just at the top level of my tolerance for spiciness. They offer the chicken in pieces - quarter, half or whole - as well as a variety of wraps, burgers and pitas. If you're not a meat-eater, they have Portobello mushroom, veggie and bean options. Sides. Oh, the sides! Almost good enough by themselves - I usually go with the corn on the cob, mashed potatoes or coleslaw, but the mashed peas and spicy rice might be more to your liking. I've not tried the desserts, but the ice creams and assorted cakes look good when I see others partaking. Drinks are unusual for a UK restaurant. Yes, they have single bottled beers and poured juices, but there's also a self-serve soda fountain. Free refills. How American! Outside tables for when the weather is better.

Kebabish serves the best kebabs I have ever tasted. it is one of my favourite Kebab places in…read moreReading simple because their kebabs taste great and are reasonable priced. The shop is always clean and tidy. there is a good selection of statrted and cold drinks and I like their mango lassi which taste great. The service si always excellent and out food is quick to arrive. If you want something that is cooked or grilled on the spot they have a big grill at the front of the shop where you can see you chicken tandoori being cooked. They offer excelltn value for money meals and take-aways.

I visit kebabish whwenver i need to bokk a tablr ate a resteraunt at the last minute because I am…read moresure to always be presented a nice table in the family area, where no smoking is allowed, and the food is served within 20 minutes. You can always rely on kebabish to serve up a great evening meal.

For a quick bite to eat in Reading I would choose this place every time. At the weekend the queue…read morestretches out of the door but it is worth the wait. Fresh ingredients, range of sauces from cool to fiery and consistently delicious burritos add up to make this one of my favourite fast food places, even if it isn't so fast.

If you're looking for a tasty fast food option, you could do worse than popping into Mission. It's…read morelike a Subway for Mexican wraps and tacos, with a nice range of fillings, sauces and salads to fill your chosen carb with. Plus, as smudge007 rightly points out, they serve booze. This fact alone means they beat MaccyDs hands down. It's cost me £13 for two wraps, which isn't too bad considering the prices of the other restaurants around the Oracle.

Coolest McDonald's in an old building!…read more As an American I have to live within walking distance of a McDs and am happy that this is the one!

This is a very nice food place and can fill you up but it isn't advertised properly! It wasn't so…read morelong of a line when I got there but now there's order machines it's a lot better! My only problem is with the food, It looks amazing on the ads bur I got my chicken legend and it looked really brown. I Will give this 4 stars!

Hi, Again good food!! That's what I look out for at all…read moretimes. Good place to eat if you choose Indian north Indian cuisine

I was recommended this place by a cab driver in Reading and he did warn me about the decor in the…read moreplace. It's called Punjabi Grill and the minute you walk in it looks like a kebab shop as does the menu. Curry, Pizza and Burgers in the same shop. I usually stay miles away from places like this but in this instance I thought I would give it a go. And am I glad I did. I ordered a Palak Paneer, Sheek Kebab and two Tandoori Rotis and the total bill including a bottle of water was £6.20....wow :-)) The food arrived hot, Rotis were freshly made and they also gave me a side salad with mint yogurt to go with the meal. The palak paneer was divine and took me back to my days travelling India and eating at roadside eateries called Dhabas. The Sheek kebab was also tasty albeit a bit dry. All in all a fabulous meal and the place was full of Indian and Pakistanis and like me they were enjoying themselves immensely. One guy at another table was tapping his lamb shank bone to get every bit of marrow and sauce out of it. Another guy licked clean his Biryani and another the same with his pizza. All I can assume is that the other dishes were as equally good as mine. Definitely coming back here for a cheap feed when in Reading. Don't let the looks or the menu fool you ;-)) This place is not located in the best part of town and it is all about the food and nothing more. Drinks list is minimal water or fizzy drinks. Wish they had Lassi on the menu :-(

Good food and convenient location, you can see what goes on in the kitchen too.read more

I went to this fish bar and it was what it said above the door. It is very welcoming and very…read moremodern layout. Also there lunch time menu is updated with new offers. The customer service was of excellence. The food that we ordered to be home delivered was delivered on time and yes it was piping hot on arrival for 8 people to be served. The food tasted so delicious and the quality was very good. The staff and manager always there to help you. Well recommended.

Opened quite recently but their fish and chips is very good not greasy or small portions like the…read moreones in North camp and Cove. They do fry their fish fresh on order so you have to wait for it

This is by far the best Indian Restaurant that I have eaten in and well worth the trip from Oxford…read morefor consistently excellent food and service and a relaxed contemporary feel. In Oxford itself we have always been highly disappointed with the Indian restaurants and take aways, maybe we have just been spoilt by Massooms.

Nice restaurant great tasting curry and genourous portions ,nice fresh decor and onion bhaji`s that…read morewere the size of a cricket ball

I always try and eat McDonald's when I leave the US. McDonald's in other parts of the world uses…read morereal ingredients and you can taste the difference. I ordered mozzarella sticks (we don't have that as an option back home), chicken selects and fries. For sauces I chose garlic mayo, sweet curry, and sweet chili. Everything was delicious. I also didn't feel gross or bloated after, which proves the difference in ingredients right away! The inside was very clean as well. Staff was friendly. McDonald's overseas just hits different!

This location is a lifesaver. When you are late at night and all the shops and restaurants are…read moreclose nearby. This is the only safe options you have no matter what hotels you are staying at. Clean, quick and comfortable. Thanks for the midnight shift so people can have warm food.