The Good Reader

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

Review summary

1. BW

   BobbyW

   London2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 11, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   It was a very busy night and they were quite understaffed. Our big dinning room had a nice young girl and she was overwhelmed. Our food was ok but obviously been sat around for a while so a bit in the cool side and lost their appeal somewhat. I bought our drink at the bar to speed things up. I paid £60 for a bottle of not very cold Chablis and the barman gave me two warm wine glasses. I found that very annoying but didn’t say anything. The bar staff were all very busy.
   

   Is this helpful?

2. S

   Susan

   London1 review

   4.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Everything you could want in a top notch roast dinner. Vegan option pronounced good too
   

   Is this helpful?

3. a

   anna

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my first time here with my family . Service was great , food 10/10 and would definitely go back . Only negative I have is that they do not take cash . They should either put the info on their website or put a notice up in the pub so people don’t get caught out . I always prefer to use cash whenever I go
   

   Is this helpful?

4. P

   Phillip

   London2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Limited kids menu but enjoyable dining experience overall
   

   Is this helpful?

5. D

   Damian VIP

   London72 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 27, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Lovely atmosphere. Not sure about the decor of the dining room, prefer the bar. Food had some odd choices but what we ordered was delicious. Wine list poor. Wine by the glass awful and the bottle list was average. Still recommended for a night out locally.
   

   Is this helpful?

6. S

   Sandra

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Extremely tasty and generous portion Sunday Chicken Roast! Will definitely visit again!
   

   Is this helpful?

7. b

   belinda

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Such a good experience at The Good Reader for Sunday lunch for my partners birthday. We came with an extra person and they were so good about accommodating us. The lady in charge of seating and welcoming guests was fantastic as was the lady who served us. Really good food, great atmosphere and I could even take my dog! Thank you to the team ❤️
   

   Is this helpful?

8. J

   James

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Sunday roast was epic - even my mother in law loved it!
   

   Is this helpful?

9. T

   Tim91

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Easily the Best Sunday in Crouch End. Good portion size, really good food and good (table) service. Would recommend.
   

   Is this helpful?

10. J

    Jrgasjohn

    London3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3

    Burgers were good. Staff were friendly Probably the worst fish I have ever eaten and the beetroot risotto was absolutely swimming in olive oil. The chef is in well over his head. Plus 2 adults 4 kids over 300 quid Defo won’t be back there so many better places local to here
    

    Is this helpful?