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Buenasado Argentine Steakhouse in Reading is a haven for Grill cuisine enthusiasts, offering an authentic taste of Argentina right at your doorstep. Praised for its "fabulous steak cooked to perfection," the restaurant stands out with its top-quality beef from grass-fed cattle, a true hallmark of the fertile Las Pampas lowlands. Diners rave about the "amazing steaks" and "deliciously tender" lomo, making it a must-visit for steak lovers. The service is equally impressive, with guests highlighting the "friendly efficient service" and "great ambiance." Buenasado promises a memorable dining experience, consistently delivering on both taste and service, ensuring that every visit is special.
At The Crown, we have set out to create a local hub and community. A country pub that the locals are proud to welcome all.The Crown serves simple yet perfectly executed traditional pub food and a crowd-pleasing selection of drinks.At the head of the helm is an Executive Chef Scott Smith, who oversees operations of kitchen at The Crown as well as sister site The Oarsman, Marlow. Scott is an award winning Chef, who gained his extensive cooking skills by working at Michelin starred venues such as Arbutus, Wild Honey in London by Anthony Dimitri and Sugar Boat Scotland.The dishes Scott creates are focused on seasonality, flavour and most importantly ingredients are sourced from local sustainable suppliers.
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Elizabeth
Oxford/Oxfordshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious food. Lovely atmosphere, great service . Would definitely return.
This was our third visit to restaurant, and we had an excellent meal, with good service and staff are really friendly and helpful.
Will return again and If you want to go would recommend you reserve a table
A very nice dining experience. The staff is very friendly. The food is excellent. The restaurant strikes a perfect balance between style and comfort, with a chic yet inviting ambiance. It’s also spacious, with well-spaced tables that offer a sense of privacy. Highly recommended!