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The Cunning Man

4.1
4.1
23 Reviews
£25 and under
International
Burghfield Road, Burghfield Bridge, Reading, Berkshire RG30 3RB

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
The Cunning Man in Burghfield Bridge is a country pub oozing rural charm and rustic character. Our picturesque surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for savouring the hearty, seasonal pub-food on our menu, and the carefully nurtured cask ales and fine wines gracing our bar.

Whether you are planning dinner with friends or Sunday lunch with family, book a table online and enjoy some quality time with those you love the most.

The pub's name comes from a local legend of a 'cunning man' - a good wizard who would help to protect people from dark spirits and witches. The original building was destroyed following repeated flooding, however the newly re-built pub-restaurant has been impressively restored in its original style - complete with thatched roof.

There numerous attractive walks around our pub. From our attractive gardens there is an exit directly onto the Kennet and Avon Canal towpath where one can stroll and see the narrow boats passing by.

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What 23 people are saying

The Cunning Man reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

23 Reviews
  1. PatrickM VIP

    Chicago82 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This location was ideal, although a shout drive from downtown Reading, it was an amazing atmosphere Rolf a rural type pub. The food was good, the service great, traditional ambiance and food.

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  2. VanessaH

    Hampshire5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on August 10, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Menu has changed and new menu not as good as previous

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  3. Chas

    London14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 26, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Comfy environment, good ambience and excellent service helped to make this an good dining experience. Food was OK - to many red peppers on the pizza and overcooked vegetables with my fishcakes.

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  4. EmilyA

    Berkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cunning Man used to be a restaurant we'd frequent as a family, it then got really bad so we stopped going for a few years. We risked going out as a belated mothers day dinner and were so pleasantly surprised- it was amazing- food was great, service was great even though it was really busy. Will be going more often :)

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  5. VanessaH

    Hampshire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a lovely meal and quick service

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  6. VanessaH

    Hampshire5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very lovey meal had by all

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Gloucestershire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 17, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Confusion over order and staff not aware of the menu in some areas but great food when we got it.

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  8. AmyD

    Gloucestershire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 22, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My chips were cold and we wasn't asked if we wanted any more drinks which was a shame as we would have ordered at least 3 more drinks. Apart from this the atmosphere was good, the food arrived quickly and staff polite and friendly.

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  9. Tickles

    Hertfordshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 7, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a meal for 16 on a Friday night and were very well looked after. The stag were super.

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  10. Christopher

    Berkshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on August 23, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This venue seems to be a regular place for my sister and I to catch up. The food and service is good. You'll find a relaxed atmosphere with nice views in the summer where you have the opportunity to sit outside next to the canal. Worth a visit

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The Cunning Man is rated 4.1 stars by 23 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for The Cunning Man

Burghfield Road, Burghfield Bridge, Reading, Berkshire RG30 3RB

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Reading
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Indoor Fireplace
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