- OPEN EVERY
- MONDAY: 12:00 - 23:00
- TUESDAY: 12:00 - 23:00
- WEDNESDAY: 12:00 - 23:00
- THURSDAY: 12:00 - 23:00
- FRIDAY: 12:00 - 00:00
- SATURDAY: 12:00 - 00:00
- SUNDAY: 12:00 - 19:00
Welcome to our Flagship Bar in central Reading, just a 2 minute walk from the train station. As well as 28+ lines of beautiful brewery fresh beer, from both Siren and guests we have fully stocked fridges for your takeaway cans - did someone say train beers!?
We also have an incredible wine list, and some gorgeous cocktails. Not to mention plenty of great tea and coffee, soft drinks and our very own Sparkling Hopwater. For those who are hungry, check out our menu of amazing small plates, burgers, salad bowls, sharing platters and puddings. See you here soon!
We can host groups from 10 to 200 people in a central Reading location. Perfect for meetings, sit down meals, local clubs, businesses or family gatherings.
Our Snug seating area seats up to sixteen people, but can accommodate groups of 20-25 with a mix of seated & standing.
Contact us via email to find out more!
What's on at Reading Bar
- LUNCH MENU
A sandwich lover's heaven
Read MoreFeaturing Sandwiches, small plates, salad bowls and more, you'll also find our brand new lunch deal on this menu where you can enjoy a sandwich, burger or taco and soft drink for just £10! Please note, items and prices may change but we'll do our best to be as updated as possible.
- EVENING MENU
Delicious dinner dishes
Read MoreDiscover our brand new evening food menu! Featuring a wide range of small plates, burgers, salads and more, we've got something for everyone looking for great food in the heart of Reading. Please note, items and prices may change but we'll do our best to be as updated as possible.
- BEERS
Find out what's on tap
Read More28+ lines of brewery fresh beer, from both siren and guests. View the live beer menu here
- SUNDAY ROAST MENU
Sundays done right
Read MoreServing up some of the best Sunday Roasts in Reading with unlimited gravy and potatoes! View the Sunday menu here.
- KIDS MENU
Great value
Read MoreWe are a family friendly venue and kids are welcome anytime although we'd advise avoiding Friday and Saturday nights when the bar is busy. Take a look at the kids menu here.
- Happy Hour
2-4-1 drinks
Read MoreEnjoy 2-4-1 on selected drinks Monday - Thursday between 5pm and 7pm
- DRINKS MENU
Wine, cocktails + more
Read MoreServing a wide range of great drinks including, a fantastic wine list curated by Milton Sandford Wines, beautiful line up of cocktails, hot drinks, mocktails and other low alcohol drinks. View the menu here
Siren Reading Bar is easy to get to wherever you're coming from, just a two minute walk from Reading Central train station. Head to Popworld/Sub89 on Friar Street, we're opposite!
There are regular trains to and from a host of towns and cities, including London, Bristol, Basingstoke, Oxford, Birmingham, Cardiff, Cornwall, Bournemouth, Exeter, Manchester and more. It couldn't be easier to get to us.
Being so close to the train station, there are also regular buses heading to and from a variety of nearby towns.
If you're in town for an event, we're nearby a host a local venues:
- The Oracle (5 minute walk)
- Reading Hexagon (6 minute walk)
- Reading Abbey Ruins / Forbury Gardens (8 minute walk)
- Sub89 (Opposite!)
- South Street Arts Centre (13 minute walk)
- Reading FC Match (24 minute bus)
Call us - 0118 402 7573
FAQs
Do I need to book a table?
It is worth doing, especially for food, but we will always try to accommodate those dropping in when we can!
You can book your table by clicking here.
I run a local business, can I bring my team in for meetings?
Absolutely! Talk to us about booking in, our "Snug" area is perfect for this!
Can I give feedback about my experience
You can, and we welcome your feedback. We will pick out one person at random to win a £100 gift card.
Click here to feedback:
https://www.sirencraftbrew.com/our-venues/reading-bar/feedback
Do you charge a service fee?
Our staff work really hard to make your visit the best it can be, so for table service we add a discretionary 12.5% service charge.
Do you have a kids menu?
We do indeed!
Can I use my "Sirens Awaken" discount?
Yes you can! Just let the bar know who you are and we'll be able to apply your investor discount for you.
Do you have Gluten Free or Dairy Free options?
We do have Gluten Free and Dairy Free options available. Some of the dishes are naturally gluten or dairy free and others can be adopted. We have GF buns available for all of our burgers (and we've researched the best GF buns you can get, so they don't just fall apart!).
Do you serve breakfast / brunch?
At the moment, we do not serve anything outside of our main menu, kids menu and Sunday menu, and the kitchen starts serving at 12pm. Creating an amazing breakfast/brunch menu is a plan for the future though.
What time do you serve food from?
The kitchen opens at 12pm.
The kitchen is open:
12-9 Monday to Thursday
12-10 Friday Saturday
12-5 Sunday (drinks available 12-7)
Do you do Sunday Roasts?
We do indeed! A Sunday Roast right in the heart of Reading - come try one!
Here is our Sunday menu:
Do you have Vegan and Vegetarian options?
We do indeed and we'll be aiming to have more available over time. We welcome your feedback on the options.
Do you host parties?
We can host your party, get in touch to discuss! The perfect spot for smaller gatherings is out "Snug" area, but we can also host larger gatherings.
Do you just serve beer?
Nope, we have a wide range of great drinks including teas and coffees, a fantastic wine list curated by Milton Sandford Wines and a beautiful line up cocktails.
Are you child and dog friendly?
We absolutely are, yes. Children are allowed onsite until 9pm and we love dogs, so bring them in.
Here is our kids menu:
I'm an influencer, can I come down?
Of course you can - get in touch via one of our social pages and we'll see if there's anything we can do for you! We appreciate everyone sharing their great experiences at the bar :)
Do you have any outside space?
We do indeed! We have a lovely shady patio area - perfect for escaping the hot sun with a cold drink.
Is the bar a good place to visit before a show at the Hexagon?
Our bar is the perfect spot for a Pre-show Pint. Just ask Ed Byrne!
What time do you call last orders?
Please be aware that we call last orders 30 minutes before the site closes, so ordinarily this will be:
Monday - Thursday: 22:30
Friday & Saturday: 23:30
Sunday: 20:30