Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Berkshire

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Updated May 05, 2025

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Mova Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (23)

£26 to £40

Indian

Colnbrook

About the restaurant

Authentic Sri-Lankan & Indian Live Cooking Stations

Discover progressive Asian dining experience at Mova Restaurant, where authentic Sri Lankan cuisine takes center stage. Indulge in the finest buffet, featuring live-action food stations that showcase the very best of Asian flavors. A culinary journey like no other awaits!

Top review

Shell

Dined 2 days ago

We went on a Thursday night. It wasn’t packed but enough people for an ambiance. Amazing buffet food and so much choice. Lots of helpful staff and good service. Will be back!

Bombay Story - Maidenhead

4.8

4.8 (225)

£25 and under

Indian

Maidenhead

About the restaurant

Bombay Story is an informal, modern, genuine Indian kitchen; the concept is based on the highest quality Indian street and home cooked food. Salads, grills and breads feature in a short, but well thought out, versatile all-day menu.

Bombay Story perfectly designed to pivot between being a dine in, takeaway or delivery service business.

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Douglas

Dined 3 days ago

Second time here. As good as the last. Excellent food. Modern Indian cuisine. Very friendly service. We took a guess on the bill at the end and we were all way over. Very good value, especially at lunch time with various offers on.

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Experience

Bombay Story Bottomless

Malverleys Farm & Dining

4.7

4.7 (240)

£26 to £40

Farm-to-table

Newbury

About the restaurant

Set on the edge of the picturesque Wessex Downs in the North Hampshire countryside, Malverleys is a small farm, restaurant, bakery and shop. We offer a versatile space for the local community to enjoy coffee, wholesome food and carefully sourced produce.

Malverleys provides an outlet immersed in the countryside where friends and family can meet, or those seeking time to themselves can enjoy the comfortable, tranquil atmosphere. Visitors have the opportunity to purchase sustainably sourced products, attend horticultural workshops, and dine in the restaurant where ingredients are seasonal and often raised/grown on-site in the market garden and surrounding land. We also source the best of British fish, with deliveries throughout the week from day-boats landing at Looe harbour and from Hampshire's chalk streams.

We are sorry but we cannot accommodate dogs in our restaurant area over lunch or dinner services.

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andrew

Dined 3 days ago

Really great lunch today. Heritage tomatoe starter was particularly delicious. Highly recommended.

The Greyhound

4.7

4.7 (1481)

£26 to £40

British

Wokingham

About the restaurant

The Greyhound is a traditional pub with a focus on taking hospitality back to its roots with a warm welcome from our genuinely friendly team.

A wide range of AA Rosette awarded food from light lunches to decadent dinners.

Join us for a causal drink, a catch up with friends or to celebrate a special occasion.

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Deb

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food, and friendly attentive service. Cosy interior and great value.

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Popular dish

300g sirloin

Experience

Supper Club - A Summer in Sicily

Experience

Supper Club - From the Land and the Sea

Amore Italian Restaurant - Hungerford

4.8

4.8 (475)

£26 to £40

Italian

Hungerford

About the restaurant

Welcome to Amore Italian Restaurant, a traditional Italian family restaurant based in Hungerford.
Our goal is to offer you a warm welcoming experience, giving you the opportunity to taste and enjoy authentic and traditional Italian dishes. In our restaurant, in a friendly and family atmosphere we are looking forward to share with you moments, whether you are visiting us a romantic night out, larger party or corporate event, we guarantee that you will be looked after by our friendly and attentive staff.
Here at Amore Italian Restaurant, we take pride in our quality food with a warm inviting atmosphere and excellent selection of Italian wines.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Karen

Dined 1 day ago

Couldn't fault the friendly chilled atmosphere today. And the food simply delicious.

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Reading

4.4

4.4 (1159)

£25 and under

British

Reading

About the restaurant

Home of one of the UK's largest music festivals, there's plenty in Reading to help you drum up an appetite, from shopping days to walks along the Thames. Luckily, there's a Bill's waiting for you in the town centre. Swing by and tuck into one of our signature dishes, with our menu spanning breakfast and brunch to lunch and dinner. In front of our beautiful restaurant, you'll find the sunshine terrace, perfect for sipping on refreshing cocktails. We've also got a stunning private dining room suited for large parties from 15 to 40 seated or up to 70 standing!

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Paul

Dined on Apr 28, 2025

Their burgers are amazing! I got the vegan dirty burger and my wife had the bourbon burger. Two of our favourites at Bill's. Tried their Santorini vegan salad for the first time yesterday and it was absolutely lovely and fresh! We love going to Bill's - simply GREAT FOOD , we left so full and happy! Prices are good and reasonable. Service is Fantastic!

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Experience

Small Group Dining Menu

Experience

Group Dining Menu

Experience

Set Menu for Celebrations

El Cerdo Maidenhead

4.7

4.7 (454)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

Maidenhead

About the restaurant

Bienvenida!
Welcome to El Cerdo in Maidenhead, we look forward to serving you!
Step through the door and let El Cerdo ignite your senses. Feel the heat and passion from our open kitchen. Take in the sight of memories being created in front of you. Smell the traditional Spanish fare as it leaves our charcoal oven. Settle in with your nearest and dearest, and let us take care of you for a while.

The Colonnade, Maidenhead SL6 1QG.

Please note, all bookings are for two hours. However, later table bookings from 7:30pm onwards are given until close.

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Nicola

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Third time of visiting El Cerdo and always a delight. Food is exceptional, service is good and the atmosphere is lovely. Would recommend

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Experience

A Night with the Gypsy Kings Singer

The Loch & The Tyne by Adam Handling

4.7

4.7 (1879)

£26 to £40

British

Windsor

About the restaurant

The Loch & the Tyne is all about sustainable British luxury. The perfect countryside location for exclusive weddings, private events and country getaways.

We're a British pub in the countryside of old Windsor, offering a relaxed and cosy space where guests can pop in for a quick drink or retreat for the day trying out our list of local craft beers and wine. We very much celebrate English wines, both still and sparkling.

We offer British pub food, with a luxury approach. It’s a simple offering but showcases the
best of British produce. Our Sunday lunch is perfect to come and enjoy with friends and family (and
dogs are more than welcome too).

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Jane

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food, lovely surroundings, nice ambiance and lovely staff. Hope to be back

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Popular dish

Hake white bean chicken butter sauce

The Ivy Royal Windsor Brasserie

4.5

4.5 (3697)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Windsor

About the restaurant

The newly opened Ivy Royal Windsor is the latest gem in our modern-day brasserie crown. Located close to Windsor Castle, it is the perfect place for locals and the visitors who flock here to see the changing of the guard ceremony, to enjoy delectable dishes and celebratory drinks.

In light of Windsor's rich royal heritage, beautifully designed interiors are brimming with elegant touches. Delicate shades of red and gold feature on sumptuous soft furnishings and in the finish of our sophisticated central bar, while pretty jewel-like colours can also be seen in stunning murals and carefully-curated artworks. The Ivy Royal Windsor's all-encompassing menu lists delicious modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics, as well as show-stopping desserts, new-season cocktails and afternoon teas fit for a queen.

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Adrian

Dined 2 days ago

When looking for a venue for a quiet business meeting, the Ivy immediately came to mind. As with all of their branches that I have visited, the decor and furnishings stand out along with the uniforms worn by some of the staff. Service remains attentive and discreet, food is always excellent. My partner and I were able to converse easily without being overwhelmed by extraneous noise and we enjoyed a relaxed lunch. I have a general aversion to chains, but the Ivy is a standout exception.

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Experience

Father's Day Set Menu

Experience

Class of 2025 Graduation Menu

Experience

The Ivy Aperitif Affair

Butt Inn

4.7

4.7 (411)

£25 and under

Pub

Aldermaston

About the restaurant

Nestled in the quaint parish of Aldermaston Wharf along the Kennet Canal, The Butt Inn is the perfect village escape for both locals and visitors alike. Our traditional pub offers contemporary charm, fused with cosy corners and alfresco dining to enjoy with the whole family. Whether sipping a refreshing cocktail on our lawn and soaking in the summer rays or indulging in our renowned Sunday roast next to the fire inside, you'll feel at home and catered for any time of year.

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David

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent quality and value for money. Great service. Plenty of parking.

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