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Top Christmas Dinner Venues in Reading
Looking for top Christmas restaurants? Reading offers a range of festive venues that’ll make your holiday celebrations memorable! From charming spots near The Oracle and Forbury Gardens to riverside restaurants in Caversham, there’s something for every occasion. Whether it's a family gathering, work party, or holiday meal, these venues offer great Christmas menus and private dining options. Discover Christmas restaurants in Reading with Tagvenue and book your holiday spot today!
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![Private Dining Room 1 at Bill's Reading Restaurant in Reading Town Centre]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room 1
32 guestsBill's Reading RestaurantReading Town Centre
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EEllen S.
“Lovely room tucked away from the main restaurant but still had excellent service, and very dog friendly!” -
![Le Café Resturant at voco Hotel Reading - Part of IHG in Reading]()
from £27
per personCheck availabilityLe Café Resturant
300 guestsvoco Hotel Reading - Part of IHGReadingLe Café Restaurant, a semi-private restaurant area in voco Hotel Reading, is a contemporary dining space defined by a flexible layout that adapts between table service and open seating.
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![Private Dining Room 2 at Bill's Reading Restaurant in Reading Town Centre]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room 2
24 guestsBill's Reading RestaurantReading Town Centre
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Private Dining Room 2, a dining room in Bill's Reading Restaurant, has generous natural light and an intimate, self-contained layout. Design: The room has sage-green painted walls, worn wooden floors, marble-topped tables,
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![The Reading Room Restaurant at The Roseate Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Reading Room Restaurant
100 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading Town Centre
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YYele O.
“The venue was really really glam and special. Staff helpful and really nice.” -
![Cilantro Private Dinning Room at voco Hotel Reading - Part of IHG in Reading]()
from £27
per personCheck availabilityCilantro Private Dinning Room
80 guestsvoco Hotel Reading - Part of IHGReadingvoco Hotel Reading is a hotel event space centred on a contemporary private dining area defined by a large curved banquette. Design: The interior pairs neutral-painted walls with dark timber flooring and a low, shallow coved
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![Upstairs Semi-Private Area at Côte Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Semi-Private Area
90 guestsCôte ReadingReading Town CentreUpstairs Semi-Private Area is a Dining Room in a restaurant defined by an intimate, low-ceiling layout that sits apart from the ground-floor seating. Design: The room presents classic brasserie finishes: hardwood floors,
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![Private Dining Room at Hilton Reading in Reading]()
from £85
per personCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
15 guestsHilton ReadingReadingThe Private Dining Room is a Dining Room in Hilton Reading and features a single long banquet-style table as its focal point. Design: The room pairs pale panelling and high ceilings with a bold striped carpet and grid-style
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![Entire Venue at Prezzo Italian Restaurant Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
65 guestsPrezzo Italian Restaurant ReadingReading Town CentrePrezzo is a casual Italian restaurant with a colourful interior and a relaxed bistro atmosphere. Design: The bright dining room features blue walls, timber flooring and dark architectural details.
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![Upstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £24
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Area
62 guestsThe Coconut Tree ReadingReading Town CentreUpstairs Area, a Dining Room in a Restaurant, a semi-private mezzanine dining space characterised by informal timber seating and bench-style tables. Design: The upstairs area presents warm timber tables, patterned seat cushions
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![Private Dining Room 1 & 2 at Bill's Reading Restaurant in Reading Town Centre]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room 1 & 2
56 guestsBill's Reading RestaurantReading Town Centre
#Supervenue
If you’ve got a big guest list, we can open up both private dining rooms to create one larger space. Together, they seat up to 56 guests or hold around 70 standing if you’re going for something a little more relaxed — maybe
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![The Restaurant at The Rising Sun, Reading - A Heartwood Inn in Reading Town Centre]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Restaurant
120 guestsThe Rising Sun, Reading - A Heartwood InnReading Town CentreEnjoy dining in our restaurant, accommodating up to 150 guests. With stunning garden views, it's perfect for large gatherings, corporate events, and special celebrations.
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![Downstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £24
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDownstairs Area
87 guestsThe Coconut Tree ReadingReading Town CentreThe Downstairs at The Coconut Tree Reading has a capacity of 140 guests. It's a go-to choice for larger parties, corporate receptions, and more!
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What Christmas packages are available in Reading?
Festive event offers are suitable for family celebrations, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include a three course meal or a festive buffet and drinks. Some spaces might even come decorated for the season! Christmas deals in Reading offer packages between £24.95 and £99 per person. You'll find options for 15 to 500 guests.
• Half a bottle of wine per person
Gather with family and friends, relax, and enjoy a delicious feast in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making this Christmas one to remember.
STARTERS:
• Winter vegetable soup with cumin & coriander, selection of bread rolls
• Chicken liver & brandy parfait
• Continental meat platter with olives & sundried tomatoes
• Smoked mackerel & steam-marinated mussels
• Garlic king prawns skewers
• Watermelon, rocket & feta salad
• Moroccan cous cous
• Potato salad
• Bean provincial
• Greek salad
MAINS:
• Roast rib of beef, pan gravy, Yorkshire pudding
• Rosemary & garlic roast lamb shoulder
• Honey roast gammon
• Roast turkey breast with cranberry sauce, stuffing & pigs in blankets
• Root vegetable wellington, vegan jus
• Baked fillet of salmon, seafood jus
• Roasted root vegetables
• Herb roasted potatoes
• Steamed mixed vegetables with brussels sprouts
DESSERTS:
• Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy sauce
• Apple cremox
• Milk chocolate indulgence
• OXBO Christmas fruit trifle
• Cream caramel
• Vegan raspberry mousse
• Fresh fruit salad
£85 per person
13 and under: £30 per person
• Buffet catering with six items chosen from the menu
MENU
FISH
1. Battered fish goujons
2. Prawn cups
3. Tempura prawns
4. Smoked salmon & dill parcel
MEAT
1. Pigs in blanket sausage roll
2. Honey & mustard pork sausages
3. Mini beef, mushroom & London Pride pie
4. Turkey tenders
5. Beef burger slider
6. Duck bon bons
VEG & PLANT-BASED
1. Mini spiced vegetable curry pie
2. Crispy brie bites
3. Grilled flatbreads
4. Grilled halloumi
5. Mac & cheese bites
6. Wild mushroom, black garlic & orzo arancini
7. Butternut squash & sage arancini
8. Spicy edamame beans
9. Tofu & mushroom skewers
SWEET
1. Chocolate yule log
2. Mince pie crumble tart
3. Apple & cinnamon parcel
4. Warm chocolate brownie
2 BEVVIES PER PERSON *COCKTAIL UPGRADE AVAILABLE
PROSECCO, WINE OR BOTTLED BEER/CIDER ON ARRIVAL
• Three-course festive lunch
• Private hire of The Jazz Café for 3.5 hours
• Use of the bar with fully trained bar staff
• Festive background music
• Christmas decorations and novelties
Pricing: £38.50 + VAT per person.
• Half a bottle of wine per person
FAQs about Top Christmas Dinner Venues in Reading
Booking costs of Christmas restaurants average £35 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Reading, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £20 | and £45 | per person |
| Typically between £500 | and £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £24 | and £2981 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Private Dining Room 1 at Bill's Reading Restaurant in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Lovely room tucked away from the main restaurant but still had excellent service, and very dog friendly!’ -
Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Thanks for helping us host this special event, would 100% recommend and use again in future.’ -
Basement Bar at Be At One Reading in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Great communication prior to event. Mum’s 50th Birthday. Friendly staff, great venue, great drinks.’
You'll find Christmas restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Reading, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £300 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 130 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 200 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Reading, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Prezzo Italian Restaurant Reading
on 10-12 King Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Prezzo Italian Restaurant Reading is a casual Italian restaurant serving stone-baked pizzas and classic pasta dishes. Venue highlights: In-house catering offers a varied Italian menu, from stone-baked pizzas and pasta to... -
The Reading Room Restaurant at The Roseate Reading
on 26 Forbury Berkshire - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The venue was really really glam and special.’ -
M6-M7 at Novotel Reading Centre
on 25 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Perfectly suited to business and leisure stays, Novotel Reading Centre is a four-star hotel and conference venue in the heart of Reading. Just a two-minute walk from Reading Station, the hotel offers easy access to Thames...
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Library at Calico Bar & Eatery, rated 5/5 - lounge for 50 guests
Venue said: A tall arched window, heavy curtains and pendant lighting create compact, inward-facing proportions. Features: An enclosed room furnished with multiple sofas and armchairs grouped around low coffee tables and a central rug. -
The Library at The Roseate Reading, rated 4.3/5 - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: Accessible to all guests is the Aheli Spa, the gym and Roasted by Roseate, the in house patisserie & boulangerie. The newly launched Reading Room Restaurant & Bar also offers stylish and contemporary décor with warm mood... -
Work+Play 2 at Malmaison Reading, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 24 guests
Venue said: The room is a long, rectangular space centred on a single conference table, with carpeted floors, textured neutral walls and flexible warm lighting that produces an intimate, professional environment.
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Private Dining Room 1 at Bill's Reading Restaurant, from £16 per person (up to 32 guests seated)
Venue said: Private Dining Room 1 is our more intimate upstairs room, ideal for smaller gatherings — think birthday lunches, team dinners or family celebrations. -
Upstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading, from £24 hire fee per event (up to 62 guests seated)
Venue said: Features: The area includes a fixed arrangement of timber tables and bench seating suited to shared small-plate dining. The space is equipped with Wi‑Fi and a PA system. -
First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 102 guests seated)
Venue said: Located in the city of Reading in the heart of its party district, Slug and Lettuce Reading is a contemporary and decadent bar and restaurant which prides itself on offering its guest some amazing drinks, even better food,
It’s advisable to book early, as Christmas venues in Reading are in high demand during the festive season. To secure the best spot for your celebration, aim to make your reservation at least 2-3 months in advance.
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