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Bird in Hand, Reading, Oxfordshire

Bird in Hand

4.3
4.3
117 Reviews
£25 and under
British
Peppard Road, Sonning Common, Reading, Oxfordshire RG4 9NP

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Romantic
Welcome to Bird in Hand Sonning Common. A traditional pub, serving classic pub food made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Family and dog-friendly.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 117 people are saying

Bird in Hand reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

117 Reviews
  1. SallyH

    Berkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a really lovely Easter Sunday/Birthday lunch. Nothing was too much trouble for our waitress. Quality of food was really good. The lamb in particular was cooked to perfection. Chef went to extra trouble with Birthday Boys lunch as he won’t eat red beef. Will you see us again? You bet you will.

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  2. DavidC

    Berkshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another meal at BIH, this time for lunch. Same very friendly and attentive staff and good food. Lovely setting and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

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  3. HeatherM

    Berkshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic Sunday roast beef and it was tasty. The portions were large and great value. The staff were so friendly and welcoming I will definitely be going again and would recommend it.

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  4. KeithS

    Berkshire10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you want a Sunday roast, you won’t do better than having it here. I normally have the beef, but in this occasion I had the lamb, and it was absolutely fantastic. The meat just fell off the bone. Not forgetting that the staff are very friendly and attentive. This is a regular place that I eat at.

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  5. DavidC

    Berkshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family get together for a lovely meal and a good catch up and we were not let down. Great food and excellent service in a warm and very characterful environment. Very good value for money with a range of dishes and desserts to suit all our tastes. Very highly recommended!

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  6. SylviaM

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very friendly pub with great landlord. Food and service good. Had the steak as it was steak night - very good value. We will return to try the normal menu.

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  7. SpencerC

    Berkshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 13, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Welcoming and helpful staff, great food, and dog friendly to boot.

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  8. Foodie

    Oxford7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 6, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sunday Lunch, good size and extras for the larger appetites

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  9. KeithS

    Berkshire10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 30, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Their Sunday lunch is second to none. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and the food quality and portions are excellent.

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  10. NatashaHT

    Oxford4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 29, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food as always and a lovely, friendly service.

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Bird in Hand is rated 4.3 stars by 117 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Bird in Hand

Peppard Road, Sonning Common, Reading, Oxfordshire RG4 9NP

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Reading
  • Hours of operation
    Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer Garden, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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