The Lyndhurst Reviews Summary

Food Quality

Pros:

• "Superb quality food of a Michelin style serving."
• "Everything I've eaten at The Lyndhurst has always been incredible."
• "Had an absolutely delicious Sunday Lunch here with the family."
• "The Karaage chicken was an impeccable choice for an appetizer or as a satisfying option to enjoy between courses."
• "The food was so delicious and the portions quite generous."
• "The food is prepared to perfection."
• "Every dish was absolutely delicious!"

Cons:

• "The chicken had a good flavour, but was overcooked, Yorkshire puddings were burnt, all potatoes had cold centres."
• "The roast potatoes weren't roasted enough, you could taste the boil."
• "On the monkfish - it was salty, in fact so salty it couldn’t be eaten."
• "The food portions were less than generous."
• "Sorry food is not what I was expecting."
• "I wouldn’t recommend this dish to anyone to be honest. Not worth price and the quality."
• "Monk fish was fried in a batter, oily and very salty. I just couldn’t eat it."

Service

Pros:

• "Super friendly staff - good crowd."
• "The staff were very friendly, making sure we were happy with everything."
• "Management were very friendly."
• "The staff is so friendly and helpful just fantastic."
• "Excellent service from friendly and personable staff."
• "Service was welcoming and friendly."
• "Everyone working there has a smile, service is fast and also just right."

Cons:

• "What happened Lyndhurst? We used to love this place, over lockdown we supported it by ordering takeaway. Food quality is really good but recently the service and kitchen have taken a dive."
• "Service was mediocre, with none of the staff asking if we were enjoying our food."
• "Long wait times for ordering and being seen at your table."
• "Service was a little bit slow, but very friendly team made up for that."
• "The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is there was a long wait for the food - but it's freshly made & the tables were a bit sticky."
• "Good food but miserable bar/ restaurant man. Never seen him smile in our few visits, stares, and won't come to you when you arrive. Poor quality customer service - unwilling to even speak to you - really let's this place down."
• "It is highly unlikely that we will return."

Atmosphere

Pros:

• "The atmosphere was very nice and warm."
• "It's kind of a unicorn in the Reading town centre (just): good for food, good for drinking, and a good place in general."
• "Inside is unassuming but pleasantly traditional-pubby and it has small beer garden at front."
• "Such a lovely relaxed atmosphere with perfectly timed food."
• "Relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a very warm welcome."
• "A very pleasant evening in a lovely atmosphere."
• "Great atmosphere and drinks."