L’ortolan

Church Lane Shinfield Reading RG2 9BY

Tel 0118 988 8500
Email info@lortolan.com
Web www.lortolan.com
Lunch Tues - Sat: 12:00pm - 2.00pm Dinner Tues - Thurs: 7:00pm - 9.00pm Fri - Sat: 7.00pm - 9.30pm

Visiting l’ortolan truly takes your breath away, even before you’ve glanced at the menus. The pretty, quaint exterior gives little away to the nature of the experience inside. The interior sees soft colours and lighting and a perfect amalgamation of post-modern chic and classic comfort. Whether dining in the restaurant, at the Chef’s Table or in one of the beautifully-appointed private dining rooms, be assured that the seductive surroundings will guarantee that you enjoy the top-class food in the height of luxury; With its magical atmosphere and beautiful location l’ortolan is the perfect choice for every dining experience from a relaxed lunch to celebrating special occasions.

Choose from various dining experiences on offer; visit for lunch or dinner, sample the á la carte or indulge in the many course taster menus. Passion is at the centre of everything at l’ortolan, so whatever menu you choose you won’t be disappointed by the exquisite dishes that come from the l’ortolan kitchen.

For a larger party l’ortolan can offer a choice of three private dining rooms each with their own unique flavour, and for the main restaurant and Glass Room are available for exclusive use– and all with no room hire charge.

For more adventurous dining, why not delve into the secrets of a Michelin starred kitchen in the l'ortolan Demonstration Studio where the team of highly skilled chefs cook before your eyes and share their tricks of the trade. From sophisticated Wine-Tasting evenings, to Corporate Team building afternoons, just give the team your idea and they will turn it into a unique experience. Why not compete with your colleagues over who can knead the best bread or bake the most superior soufflé - the perfect way to motivate and encourage any team.

Or if you are brave enough, enter the engine room of l’ortolan on the Chef’s Experience, where, after a short briefing, you assist with the preparation of the lunch service, and even attending at the Pass – most definitely not for the faint hearted. 

Nestled on the outskirts of Reading, just five minutes from M4 Junction 11, L’ortolan offers an experience to exceed each guest’s expectations, and leaves them wanting to come back again and again.

• Vegetarian
• Romantic

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