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The Moderation · Reading

Your local pub.
A taste of
South East Asia.

Thai spice, Indonesian favourites and proper pub classics. Pull up a chair for good food, a drink, and a little time well spent.

Sharing platter with satay skewers, spring rolls, squid and dipping sauces
213 Caversham Road, ReadingFood made in houseFood served all day Saturday & Sunday

Something a little different

Big flavours.
Proper pub comfort.

Come for a favourite or find a new one. Our kitchen brings South East Asian cooking and familiar pub food together under one roof.

Make a day of it

Your week at The Mod.

Good reasons to join us, from a quick lunch to a leisurely Sunday.

Monday–Friday · noon–3pm

Two courses. £18.

Our fixed-price lunch, with Asian favourites and pub comfort food.

View lunch menu ↗
Tuesday

Ruby Tuesdays

A choice of three curries, £12 each.

Wednesday

Street food night

Try one of our street food specials for £12.

Thursday

Two courses. £20.

Starter and main, or main and dessert, from our Thursday menu.

View Thursday menu ↗
Friday · 4–7.30pm

Fizzy Fridays

Start the weekend with a bottle of Prosecco for £20.

Friday & Saturday · from 9pm

Weekend cocktails

Two glasses of cocktail for the price of one.

Browse cocktails ↗
Sunday · noon–6pm

The Sunday Service

Starter, Sunday roast and dessert. Three courses for £30.

What's on · Autumn 2026

More than a meal.

Live music, celebrations and familiar faces. Here's what's coming up.

31 OCTOBER · FROM 7PM

Halloween Party at The Mod

Fancy dress encouraged, with spooky 2-for-1 cocktails after 9pm. Eat, drink and be scary.

14 NOVEMBER

Danger Moose

Danger Moose are loose at The Moderation. Join us for live music this November.

25 NOVEMBER

Loy Krathong

Celebrate the Thai festival of lights with a two-course set menu for £20.

Sunday quiz
Every Sunday, 8.30pm
Poker night
First Monday of the month, 7.30pm
Live sport
Join us for rugby and football
Christmas parties
£35 menu · 23 Nov–24 Dec · Pre-order only
View Christmas party menu ↗
Party buffet laid out at The ModerationChef cooking a barbecue for a party

Bring everyone together

Your people.
Our place.

Planning a birthday, a work gathering or a get-together with friends? Talk to us about buffet and BBQ options for your party.

Tell us your date, group size and what you have in mind, and we'll help you plan the food.

Find us on Caversham Road

See you at The Mod.

213 Caversham Road
Reading, RG1 8BB

DayBarKitchen
Monday–FridayNoon–11pmNoon–3pm
6–9.30pm
SaturdayNoon–midnightNoon–9.30pm
SundayNoon–11pmNoon–9pm

Food served continuously on Saturdays and Sundays.

The Moderation pub exterior with flower planters and covered terrace

Plan your visit

Find The Moderation.

213 Caversham Road, Reading, RG1 8BB

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