The Royal Oak, Paley Street The Royal Oak, Paley Street

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The Royal Oak, Paley Street

The Royal Oak, Paley Street, just minutes from junction 8/9 on the M4 in the Berkshire countryside, is a traditional English pub and dining room owned by Nick and Sir Michael Parkinson. We’re already well-known in the area for our traditional warm ambience, friendly welcome and interesting wine list. We are also very proud of the growing reputation of our kitchen.

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Seasonal Menus

Our food is created by head chef Dominic Chapman, who brings his philosophy of preparing the best seasonal produce very simply with care and attention – we think of it as “British food done well”. We serve seasonal lunch and dinner menus, which might include roast grouse, line-caught sea bass, Dublin Bay prawns or oxtail and kidney pie. We source our ingredients direct from the coast or farms around Britain, and having a good relationship with our suppliers is essential to our philosophy, and maintaining our high standards.

The Management

Nick and general manager, Gherras Mo, have taken care to retain the ‘pub’ atmosphere of The Royal Oak, so those coming for a drink will find a warm welcome, and are invited to relax in one of the comfortable chairs and sofas and enjoy a pint, or a glass of wine from our extensive list. There’s a small selection of bar snacks to enjoy with a drink, and a large beer garden for al fresco drinking and dining in warmer weather.

Opening Times

Monday to Saturday
Lunchtime: 11am – 3pm
Evening: 6pm – 11pm ,

Sundays
Afternoon: midday – 4pm

Dining Times

Monday to Saturday
The kitchen is open midday – 2.30pm and 6.30pm – 9.30pm
(until 10pm Friday and Saturday).

Sundays
Sunday lunch is served midday – 3.30pm.

Group Bookings

Monday - Thursday
Any reservation over 6 people is on a reduced menu, to a maximum of 10 people.

Friday - Sunday
Maximum booking 8 people.

Inside the Royal Oak

 

The Royal Oak features in Good Food Guide 2009

 

Royal Oak features in the Michelin 2009 Guide

Forthcoming Events

The Wine Makers Dinner - Monday 22nd June 2009

In celebration of being shortlisted for the AA Wine List of the Year Award we have scheduled a Wine Makers Dinner on the evening of Monday 22nd June 2009.

Come along and enjoy the selection of wines that have been carefully chosen to compliment the cuisine and for their individual character. The evening includes a fine 3 course meal and commentary from Michael Trenga, The Royal Oak's sommelier, who will be on hand to answer questions that you may have.

For more information please click here.

Kenny's Sabatical is Over!

After 18 months absence, Kenny Lynch returns to The Oak for his fortieth appearance.

Two course plus entertainment is £75.00 per person. Tickets are limited to 45, so please book early!

Offers

May 2009 Dining Offers!

Lunch
Our set lunch menus are available:
Monday – Friday.
Priced at just £15 for two courses and £19.95 for three.
See details: Set Lunch Menu

Dinner
Make an evening reservation for a table of four or more from Monday - Thursday and receive a complimentary bottle of Royal Oak wine.

Please ensure that you reference the appropriate offer when you make your reservation!

News Updates

The Independent on Sunday -
26th April 2009

Terry Durack, Restaurant Critic of the Year reviews The Royal Oak!

In January 2008 we were awarded a:

Michelin Bib Gourmand

and then in September we were awarded the:

2009 AA Best Restaurant for England

and Dominic (our Chef) was awarded:

“Best Pub Chef” in the Good Food Guide.

For further information please browse the website, or for bookings, contact us on 01628 620 541.


Gormand

"bib gourmand. Good food at moderate prices."