The Abbot Cook

Boasting 2 separate heated beer gardens, The Abbot Cook is a bustling gastropub with an extensive menu. As well as a huge ale and craft beer selection, there are is a weekly pub quiz, and live jazz music events.

The Abbot Cook menu is packed with gastropub dishes with enough variety for everyone. Premium classics like slow cooked British short rib with creamed potatoes, tender stem broccoli and bone marrow sauce are served alongside inventive vegetarian dishes such as brie tart with black grape, sherry and caramelised onion chutney. There is a 'build-your-own-burger' selection, with everything customisable; from the patty to the toppings.

Desserts at The Abbot Cook Reading include old favourites like pink rhubarb and clotted cream custard mess, and decadent chocolate brownie with ice cream. There is also an outstanding selection of ales and craft beers that are constantly rotated.

With covered outdoor seating with heaters that make it perfect for any weather, The Abbot Cook is a 10-minute drive from Reading Rail Station.