Without a doubt, one of the best cups of coffee I've had since arriving in Reading (other than my…read moreown at home, of course), Workhorse is truly all about the coffee. Technically a chain (because there are now two of them), this is a very small independent player, competing on Reading's "coffee corner" with six other shops within 100 yards (Starbucks, Costa, Coffee Republic, West Cornwall Pasty, Pret and the one-off independent Picnic). This location of Workhorse (the other is in West Reading) is in the historic King George Hotel, believed to be one of the very oldest buildings in Reading and dates back to 1423. The shop is a completely unique split-level and since they only opened recently, is still quaintly hand finished. Certainly a nicer character than the cookie cutter Starbucks. If the competition is only about the coffee and the service, Workhorse wins hands down. Choosing my beans (eight little tubs of Guatemalan, Ethiopian, Kenyan and more I can't recall), they were ground right then and there, put into a one-off drip filter and hand watered into my coffee cup. Talk about fresh! And the food choices are all local, which made my ham, chorizo and cheese ciabatta completely guilt-free. The guy serving me was happy to talk coffee. He was particularly engaging regarding their style of coffee making as well as my thoughts on french press. He didn't get drawn into comparisons with "the other guys" across the street. (Literally, across the street - you can see their bright green banner in the window in my picture!) All of that would be worth five stars, but I have to take one back because sadly, there is no free wireless available in the shop. As I read online, that's not the demographic of customer they want to reach. That's okay. Since that's the market I'm in, I'll pop in for great coffee but it won't be my hangout.

Sunday morning find here in Reading in a quaint spot located at The George Hotel. Ordered an…read moreAmericano with cream. Wow, flush with flavour and taste, just the right amount of bitterness. The coffee bean selection looks exceptional and looking forward to repeated visits.

Good hearty breakfast, with options for all. Outdoor…read moreseating available. Clean and spacious.

Great place and the staff is heavenly and beautiful!! Service is happy and prompt. Who could ask…read morefor more???

Another cup of great coffee and a very fresh pain au chocolate ("chocolate croissant" in American)…read more There are eight tubs of beans to choose from (Columbian, Kenyan, etc.) and once you've chosen, they are ground right then and placed into a one-cup filter and hand-watered into your coffee cup. It takes a little longer, but it's worth it for a great cup of coffee. Ten times better than anything they've ever had at Starbucks and is even better than (heresy!) Dunkin Donuts. They are also able to make espresso drinks and I saw a milk-art latte that was pretty spectacular. The sandwiches and cakes are all locally made, including the most amazing lemon cheesecake. Yummy! One star off for not having wi-fi, but as I said in my review of the other Workhouse Coffee in central Reading, that's not the demographic they're trying to reach.

The Workhouse Coffee Shop (WHC) makes, without doubt, the best coffee in Reading. No arguements, no…read morecontest. Great coffee, great staff and great atmosphere and it is was the first place outside of Australia I have found that makes a Flat White (well it was the first place but have since found a second. Go there and you will never want for a chain coffee e again. You can then also repeat the taste at home with the bags of freshly ground coffee you can buy on the premises.

Mmmm... coffee. AMT has three, count 'em, three, kiosks in the station. One in the main arcade by…read morethe information booth, one on the footbridge and one on one of the platforms. It doesn't seem logical to split them into separate 'businesses' on Yelp, since the coffee, the layout and display and everything else is exactly the same. I mentioned the Palomino my earlier review - two shots of espresso with foamed milk - and it's now my beverage of choice. It's served in a small three ounce cup, which I think is perfect. No wasted calories or headache, just straight to the caffeine boost. Paired with a 'pain au chocolate' (aka "chocolate croissant"), it hits the major food groups (chocolate, coffee and pastry) together. For £3, a fantastic deal for breakfast when I was too lazy to eat at home. Love it, love it, love it!

I've given it 4 stars as there's always room for improvement. I'm a self confessed coffee-hound and…read morefound that AMT beats the likes of Starbucks, Costa and Nero hands down. My personal favourites are the latte and Maya with cream.

Best coffee ever tried in Reading. This place seems to be quite new but follows this new trend of…read moregreat little coffee shops that really put an effort into making the best coffee. Space is small so it probably s better for that coffee on the go, but prices are excellent! (Even cheAp I would say considering the flavour) definitely recommend!

Great coffee!! Coming from Australia, I have been somewhat disappointed with the coffee in the UK…read more Lincoln is definitely the best coffee I have had since I left Oz. There is a good selection of sandwiches and the like as well. Definitely worth a look.

Lovely, well run family type business Like eating here sometimes, you get plenty to eat and prices…read moreare reasonable :-)

I don't Particularly enjoy coffee. I thought it would be like a Brazilian steakhouse. Very…read moredisappointing, however the staff were very friendly and they were completely understanding about the mix up. it takes great character to work in such an establishment and I for oone could never find myself employed in such a place. signed Anton Ego Renowned French Italian Art Critic

since i have moved away from reading i have had withdrawal symptoms from this lovely deli/ cafe! I…read moremake it the first stop on my trips back :) Run by a wonderful brazilian ex pat, and most of the other (universally friendly) staff are portuguese or brazilian as well. does great coffee, unusual main meal 'specials' and AMAZING custard tarts which are completely moreish. one is never enough! You would be hard pushed to spend more than a tenner a head for a main meal and a cake for dessert. the shop sells fresh bread, cakes, frozen goods, snacks, cooked meats and cheeses. Ask the staff for advice- i have had some wonderful chorizos and cheeses on their recommendations. Dont' leave without buying a few of their little empanyadas (mini pies) and some cola cao (MUCH better than nesquick!)

Costa, like some other coffee chains, has a formula. This one is right on target with the others,…read morethough I suppose that since it is located inside a Waitrose supermarket has slightly less of the items where they compete. Good coffee. Very smooth and not even slightly burned like at another chain I won't mention but it rhymes with Barshmucks. I also enjoyed their banana breakfast sweet bread with the coffee. Stars deducted because this location has neither power outlets or a wireless network. That said, it was comfortable and it did give me the opportunity to catch my breath before starting the shopping.

Amazing place,Everyone enjoys!!! - Good food…read more- Good service -homey feeling Costa Best place to go to for food or meeting up with friends or family

Food Kick have been in the village for about a year now and they've become more and more popular…read moreover time - no doubt a lot to do with their fresh food, friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere. Their menu offers a lot of healthier options, which are often hard to find outside of London and they take pride in where they source the food from - a lot of it being local or even from award-winning the butchers next door! Very good coffee and homemade cakes are the naughtier options compared to the excellent smoothies, wraps and salads on offer. If you're in Pangbourne and want a breakfast or lunch, or just a coffee to go then go have a look. I'm a big fan.

Nice breakfast with my family. Chips were not good though. No bubble and squeak on the menu.read more

This quaint looking greasy spoon 'caff' is a refreshing change to the sterile coffee shop chains…read morethat are plagueing our high streets and towns. It is close to the Thames near Caversham Bridge - No gorge in sight but maybe they're in it for the long run until the Thames carves out a nice canyon in a few million years. good luck to them anyway. they deserve their success. The food is good fry-up grub and small meals that you'd expect from a cafe. they also offer good value bed and breakfast as there a rooms attached to the cafe. I think prices start at £30 for a single room.