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Slug & Lettuce, Reading

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7-9 Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1DB (View on Google Map)
(0118) 959 7090
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Large two storey chain bar housed in Reading's former main Post Office. No real ale. Keg beer from national brands and an extensive 'two for one' cocktail menu. Food includes tapas menu. The Loft Bar (second floor) can be hired for functions. Children welcome until 7pm - and both they and the adults can enjoy the popular beer garden at the rear.

Information for this venue is provided by the Reading & Mid-Berks Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Yates's
Local Authority
Reading (B)
Last updated
Last surveyed
17/04/2026
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Stonegate
Pub ID
REA/READIN1070
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Noon - 9:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 10:00pm
Thursday
Noon - Midnight
Friday
Noon - 1:00am
Saturday
10:00am - 1:00am
Sunday
10:00am - 11:00pm
Monday
Noon - 9:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 9:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 9:00pm
Friday
Noon - 9:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 9:00pm
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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Mobility Access Statement Mobility Access Statement
Wheelchair access via a steep ramp in the rear garden. Disabled toilet.
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Function Room Function Room
Upstairs
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
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Transport
Close to bus routes
Adjacent station
Reading

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