Oakford Social Club - Reading

The Oakford is a quintessential pub that never disappoints. They offer excellent beer on tap along with a diverse selection of bottled options. In my experience, the food has consistently been fantastic, and the prices are quite reasonable, especially considering its proximity to the train station. I highly recommend it!

The nachos here are absolutely fantastic! It's also a dog-friendly place. The decor is really well done, and I love the quirky VHS collection! They even had "The Lord of the Rings" playing in the background on a 90s TV! I did have a disappointing experience with warm prosecco in the past, but since then, the service has been excellent. It's a lively pub, so it might not be the best setting for a one-on-one conversation, but overall, I really enjoy it!

While I understand that staff have the right to make these decisions, I found the situation more amusing than frustrating. However, I believe that if staff make judgments like this, it should be fair and reasonable. The manager claimed I was slurring my words, but I have a mix of accents since I’m not a native English speaker. Being challenged on this basis feels discriminatory, and I feel I have the right to address it. Oakford encouraged me to share my feedback through a review after I completed their survey, so here it is.

I've been a regular at the Oakford ever since I was invited to a VIP preview before it opened. I've seen it in all its incarnations. The pub is modern, roomy, conveniently located, great food and a good selection of booze. The front and backgardens don't get much sun but outdoor space in central Reading is rare. The service has always been slow and if you're not there to listen to the live music, the sound checking and performance ruins your pub experience.

Close to train station, decent price beer and FANTASTIC food! I 'll be coming back just to eat something delicious over here. I 'm from place 20 miles away and it will be worth the travel every time. If you like chicken then 'winner winner chicken dinner ' is a must