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Bear & Dragon

TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Due to ownership changes this pub closed in December 2008. Please telephone the pub before visiting as we have not been informed of when this pub will reopen.

PUBLICAN

Ian Norman.

 

ADDRESS

160 Park Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire  RG31 4DU

 

CONTACT US

Tel. 01189 427328

 

MAP

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PUB EXPLORER REFERENCE

27606.

 

PUB OPENING TIMES

Monday - Saturday 12noon - 11pm.
Sunday 12noon - 10.30pm.

 

PHOTO GALLERY  - Click on the images to enlarge:
Bar Area Bar Area Comfy Seating Area Thai Restaurant Thai Restaurant Outside Area
 Bar Area Bar Area Dining Food Coffee


COMPLETE REFURBISHMENT

We re-opened following a £200,000 refurbishment on 7th April 2008 with a brand new Thai Restaurant with a contemporary, Thai themed look. We have even thought about the little touches, with fresh orchids decorating the tables. You must come along and see the changes for yourself.

 

DRINKS ON DRAUGHT

Becks Vier, Erdinger, Fosters, Kronenbourg, Stella, Staropramen, John Smiths Smooth, Guinness, Strongbow Cider.

 

REAL ALES

2 / 3 Rotating Guest ales.

 

OTHER DRINKS

Extensive Wine Menu. Very Extensive Cocktail Menu, Fairtrade Tea & Speciality Coffees.

 

TRADITIONAL & THAI DINING AT THE BEAR & DRAGON
New Thai restaurant serving authentic Thai food, all freshly prepared in-house and cooked to order.
Selection of Traditional English Pub Food available at lunchtimes such as Burgers, Jacket Potatoes, Baguettes.
We offer full table service throughout.

A LA CARTE THAI MENU TIMES

Daily 12noon - 10.30pm (times may vary).

 

THAI EXPRESS (TAKEAWAY)

Daily 12noon - 10.30pm.

 

PUB FOOD MENU TIMES

Lunchtimes daily.

 


SET MENU

We have a delicious set menu - please enquire within.

 

STIR FRY OFFER

Available Tuesday 5pm - 10.30pm.
Enjoy a Stir fry & pint for only  £6.95.

 

CURRY OFFER

Available Wednesday 5pm - 10.30pm.
Enjoy a curry & pint for only  £6.95.

 

ENTERTAINMENT

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PARTIES

We can cater for large parties of diners in the restaurant - no separate room available, however tables can be set slightly away from other diners.

 

FACILITIES

Beer Garden (with heated giant umbrella), Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilet, Baby Changing Facility (in disabled toilet).

 

OTHER

Over 21's Bar, Quiet Area, Children Welcome (in restaurant while dining), Car Parking - 60 spaces, Coaches Welcome (by appointment). Debit & Credit Cards accepted (not Diners Club).

 

Bear & Dragon PhotoThe Bear & Dragon, formerly known as The Bear, is situated in the pleasant rural residential area of Tilehurst.  Built in the 1938'ss it re-opened following a £200,000 refurbishment in April 2008 with a brand new Thai Restaurant.  There is a fantastic new contemporary look, Thai themed with little touches such as fresh orchids decorating the tables.  The bar area is more of a traditional English style.  You must come along and see the changes for yourself.  We have a good locals following of regulars and a fair amount of passing trade.  Trolley buses used to run close by but these have been replaced by buses, making us an easily accessible point on the way into Reading.  The mixed crowd covers the complete age spectrum with everyone made to feel at home in this relaxed, trouble free venue.  Come along soon and try the Bear & Dragon out for a quality Thai meal or a drink with friends in the bar.  You will be given a sociable welcome by our friendly team.

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