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Sweeney & Todd

10 Castle Street, Reading RG1 7RD, England
0118 958 6466
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Ranked #16 of 306 restaurants in Reading
Price range: 10 AUD - 104 AUD
Cuisines: English
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours
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Reading, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

Have read many great things about S&T so had to try it myself. Had steak & ale, it was ok but didn't taste particularly special which was what I was hoping for. Added to this peas & carrots, which was cooked simply (boiled). It satisfied hunger but I was not particularly impressed with the food as you could probably have... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013 via mobile

The most amzing pies! From the moment you sot down, and the waitress reels off the list of pies, its great. Top quality meat is used from local game butchers Wm vicars of pangbourne. When most restaurants are chain pubs, or chain soulless brands you have to support a local business ! Its simple, its traditional. Top tips: lovely real... More

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Wellington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013 via mobile

I was introduced to sweenys when I came to reading nearly ten years ago. What an institution it is and the food has always remained fantastic and paired well with local ales. I have continued the tradition and introduced more and more people to this establishment. On my most recent visit we were shocked to learn that all pies were... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013 via mobile

Was disappointed that my tasty pork and apple pie was heated up in the microwave and because I was out in the evening there were no chips or mash!!!! In future I shall stick to a pukka pie and chips from the local chip shop which always has a nice crispy top!

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Reading, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Outstanding choice of pies. Service a little slow but its well worth the wait. Usually a good selection of ales available.

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Reading, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Popped in and got a pie for tea. Very tastey and was enjoyed by all the famliy. Been going into this shop for a while now and have never been disappointed.

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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

As pie fans, we couldn't resist having dinner at the highly recommended Sweeney Todd's! The restaurant and licensed bar is situated behind their pie shop and there's also additional space downstairs. Unfortunately not all of their pies were available when we visited but there was still a large range to select from, and the lady who took our order certainly... More

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Uxbridge, London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Have been here twice before, and every time I have been there I have never been disappointed. Was there again last night (05th April 2013), and again was not disappointed with the service, or food. The amount of pies on offer, along with the specials, is huge, and there is something for everyone. Along with the selection of side orders,... More

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Andover
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

I've visited Sweeneys many times in the past but this was the first visit for about 15 years. I love the hustle and bustle of this popular place. We popped in for lunch, grabbing some Wadworth 6x from the bar on the way in. We ordered Cheese & Vegetable pie with Cauliflower Cheese and Beef & Horseradish with Ratatouille. The... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

I've stopped into Sweeney's for many years, but not so much in recent years because the prices have gone up quite steeply for eat-in ( two pie+chips and two beers is approaching £25). Much better value to buy a takeaway pie or two for around £6 the pair. That said, its still a good experience and the crowds show its... More

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