Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 4217 reviews

What Oliver Wilson likes about Sweeney Todd:
Great, friendly service and fantastic food the Pies are great, with a huge range to choose from and the chips are the best! Great Puddings too, much recommended! View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Gastroranking-it
4.8 ★ from 50 reviews
Nickystick2
05.09.2024 - 05:33

I first sampled a Sweeney Todd pie in the 1980s. I rarely come to Reading so top of my list of things to do was to have a pie at Sweeney’s and work the rest of...

read more
Gary
05.09.2024 - 05:33

If it’s pies you are after then this is the place to go. What a selection of beautifully made delicious pies and lovely sides. A pie and a side each is more tha...

read more
J
05.09.2024 - 05:33

Great pies, old school restaurant that has character, lovely staff. For over 45 years open and struggling with chain “restaurants” taking over and the expense o...

read more
trevgoulding
05.09.2024 - 05:33

First time I have been here the occasion was a friends birthday great atmosphere and very well priced enjoyed the experience

Pete
05.09.2024 - 05:33

Perfectly kept pint as usual, friendly service and the pies are as good as ever. Harvey’s Best, Butcombe Bitter or Proper Job make a fine selection of ales. Pie...

read more

Sweeney Todds, a legendary Reading institution, lives up to its reputation as a pie shop with outstanding quality and variety. With a charming decor reminiscent of Grandma's house, this spot offers delicious pies made by a sweet couple, along with a selection of ales and classic desserts. From the generous portions of filling to the crispy pastry, their pies are a crowd-pleasing delight. With friendly service and reasonable prices, Sweeney Todds continues to deliver top-notch pies and ales that keep customers coming back for more. Highly recommended for honest, delicious food and a cozy atmosphere.

Menulist
5.0 ★ from 28 reviews
Archie
07.12.2022 - 00:36

I'm out of the north and I agree with this cake business! That's the second time we were here and it's soou good. they can get a large selection of takeaway cak...

read more
Բիւրեղ
07.12.2022 - 00:36

I always have to go to sweeney todd when I visit reading. my current favorit is the five national cake, paired with a beautiful ale.

Ella
07.12.2022 - 00:36

Wonderful pie experience. Salian English food with service to fit. highly recommended

Lewis
07.12.2022 - 00:36

Simple but good food. no rash. super friendly staff, one of them has been working there since its opening 43 years! a earthquake worth visiting!

Nicole
07.12.2022 - 00:36

Great pies! Nice portions. The space is very dated , but i guess it gives a bit of charm to the place.

Heyrestaurants
2.4 ★ from 779 reviews
Guillaume
01.12.2023 - 12:10

Hadn't been to Sweeneys for about 18 years since moving out of the area but visited last night and it hasn't changed one bit! Still does the best pies...

Kirsty
01.12.2023 - 12:10

I have been coming to this restaurant for more than 30 years. Hopefully, this speaks volumes about how much I love this place! The pies are amazing and full of...

read more
Kirsten
01.12.2023 - 12:10

Don't be fooled by this place. Has to be the best pie I've ever had. Wonderful staff too. Be good if you go to this place

Abbie
01.12.2023 - 12:10

Brilliant pie and great service from the lovely staff as usual! : D

Alisa
01.12.2023 - 12:10

Amazing pies and excellent service! It really made me feel like I was back up North. Thank you! :D

Foursquare
4.1 ★ from 93 reviews
Google
4.6 ★ from 1021 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 1 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 629 reviews
Yell
4.7 ★ from 50 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.5 ★ from 567 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 1249 reviews

Good Rated Restaurants near Reading

4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Reading, 11 Rd, Pangbourne, RG8 7LR, Reading, United Kingdom
"Yummy food, great service, wonderful evening, thank you"
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Reading, Unit 28 Lower Mall The Oracle Bridge Street Shopping Centre, Reading, United Kingdom
"Good time and good eating and drinking friendly staff time"
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Reading, 314 Oxford Road, RG30 1AD, Reading, United Kingdom
"Delicious food and nice service. very recommended!"
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Reading, Alfreds Head, RG1 7HT, Reading, United Kingdom
"Great food, decent portions, and friendly staff. We'll be back."
4.9
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.9
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Reading, Aldworth, Reading I-RG8 9SE, United Kingdom
"Cost per person: £10-£20 Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5"
5
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
5
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: South Oxfordshire (near Reading), 1 St. Marys Street, OX10 0EB, South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
"They would highly recommend excellent eating, wein and personal!"
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: West Berkshire (near Reading), Haw Lane, West Berkshire, United Kingdom
"We can not talk much about the quality and the excellent value of the food served at the four points. friendly service. we are three older friends who..."
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.8
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Surrey Heath (near Reading), 413 London Road, GU15 3EY, Surrey Heath, United Kingdom
"Eating here is super, very recommended for everyone."
4.9
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.9
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Windsor and Maidenhead (near Reading), 52 Furze Platt Road, SL6 7NN, Windsor and Maidenhead, United Kingdom
"Great coffee, friendly staff, recommend this place!"
4.9
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
4.9
Menu
Table booking
Open Now
City: Basingstoke (near Reading), Water End Park, Old Basing, Basingstoke, United Kingdom
"Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5"