Known for its vibrant ambiance and stunning botanical decor, The Botanist emphasises fresh, seasonal produce, showcasing creativity and culinary artistry, making The Botanist Reading the perfect place to enjoy Brunch and Sunday Lunch.

Sunday Lunch is served from 11am and offers a selection of whole-roasted joints, served with maple glazed carrots, roast potatoes, greens and a rich gravy. Choose from a Roast Rump of Beef, Roast Chicken or Slow Roast Honey Glazed Pork Belly. This roast is too good to miss, and that's why The Botanist Reading caters for everyone, with a vegan Celeriac, Mushroom & Pearl Barley Wellington in a creamy cashew nut and porcini sauce, served with a vegan gravy!

The menu also features a range of classic Sunday Roast sides including Cauliflower Cheese, Pork, Sage & Onion Stuffing Balls and Pigs in Blankets.

The Botanist Reading is located within Reading city centre, close to historical landmark Reading Abbey Ruins and is within close proximity to Reading and Reading West train stations.

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Sunday Lunch

Served from 11am - 10pm

  • Sunday Lunch
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Vegan options
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Disabled Access
  • Live Music
  • Online Booking
1-5 King Street, Reading, RG1 2HB
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    2 weeks ago
    I had an amazing experience at The Botanist Reading as part of a team-building event! The food was outstanding - I started with the Hanging Kebabs with Halloumi Cheese, which was grilled to perfection, and the Hummus was creamy and delicious. For dessert, the Cookie Dough was rich and indulgent. The atmosphere was lively and relaxed, with great service. Highly recommend The Botanist Reading for a fun and memorable team-building event or dinner with friends!
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    4 months ago
    We had a really good lunch at The Botanist. The calamari was amazing—perfectly cooked, very soft, and full of flavor. The sea bass was also excellent, cooked just right and tasty. Also tried the Botanist Lemonade, which was super refreshing. Chocolate s’mores cookie dough was delicious. The staff was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Probably need more waiters during the week as we struggled at times to get the waiters. Overall, a great experience, and we’d definitely come back!
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    4 months ago
    Visited The Botanist for friends birthday treat. Glad we did as never been before. Service good and food delishand cooked to order. Had a fab cocktail to wash it all down. We went at lunchtime and were surprised as only a few people in there but I guess we were lucky as went early in time and week. Would recommend and will return.