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The Crown Inn

3.0 of 5
Foxhill Lane | Playhatch Nr Reading, Playhatch RG4 9QN, England
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Birmingham, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Stayed on Friday and Saturday the 17th,18th May. Very good value for money, had excellent sleep ,breakfast was good.Evening menu varied and very good quality and well priced.Service was about right ,not too fast or not too slow.Really enjoyed the South African take on the winter sponge pudding. Staff very friendly,helpful and courteous at all times.There was a good atmosphere... More

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Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Popped in for a quick lunch, didn't want to eat too much so the salad was just right, tables quite cramped together, had to ask for payment machine. Seemed very busy and not too noisy. Nice touch of fennel on the salad.

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Reading, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Oh what has happen to The Crown, The pub was completely transformed about two years ago, what a difference, great staff, good food and an excellent friendly atmosphere. However of late the service levels have been going down and down, the staff seem to be rotating on a constant basis and it's becoming an average pub with no atmosphere. This... More

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TailorMadeDiningCo, Owner at The Crown Inn, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to letting us know that we failed to serve you food on Sunday. Our general policy on a Sunday is to serve food till 8pm, since this last bank holiday, we've now changed our policy to serve till 9pm. Our apologies about the issues that you experienced. We're implementing more training with our staff... More

maidenhead
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27 reviews 27 reviews
7 hotel reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Excellent meal on Bank Holiday Monday evening; obviously had a very busy day as a couple of the wines were not available but very good alternative recommened and enjoyed. Food very good, especially the pork ribs, we choose the sharing platters for starters and desserts, found the portion shown as for two more than adequate for the four of us.... More

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Reading, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

8 of us visited the crown on bank holiday Monday. we had pre-booked a table inside for 1:30, upon arriving we asked if we could sit outside as it was a sunny day and told not a problem and someone wold be out to take our order. 45 minutes later no one had acknowledged us, so we queued inside at... More

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TailorMadeDiningCo, Owner at The Crown Inn, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Thank you for letting us know that we failed to meet our normal high standards. It was our first hot bank holiday and unfortunately we didn't have the correct procedures in place at the start of the day. We've now established some guidelines for customers dining outside - which will require all orders to be placed at the bar. We... More

Derby
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

We stayed here one night whilst visiting family . The room was lovely, clean, adjustable heating, very comfortable bed ,great shower and big fluffy towels. Just needs tweaking, disposable shower caps would be good for those of us that want to take full advantage of the shower but not wash hair!. Nice toiletries, but please add tissues, and a small... More

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38 hotel reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013 via mobile

Went here last night for dinner. We Booked using at the OpenTable website. My table wasnt actually ready when we arrived at five minutes before eight. We waited a further 20 minutes for a table to be free. The restaurant was very full even though it was a Tuesday. We ordered mushroom brioche starter. We decided to share as portions... More

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TailorMadeDiningCo, Owner at The Crown Inn, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

I'm sorry you felt we weren't up to our usual standards. We've added more staff to our busier nights, but it's very difficult to predict the amount of guests that are going to walk through the door. We hope you'll give us another chance soon, so we can remind you how well we do things. More

Hertfordshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2013

I booked to stay at The Crown with my daughter when I needed to stay in the area for my mothers funeral. The decor of the pub and the accommodation are very tasteful. Everywhere is very clean and comfortable. Relaxing atmosphere. I would definitely stay there again. The downsides were that the staff were a little clinical and distant and... More

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Wellington
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Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013 via mobile

We booked as a group for a late Sunday lunch and all started well, the table was ready early and we had a couple more guests than the booking which they accommodated no problem. The food and atmosphere was great as always at the Crown. However, on this occasion, service was amiss. Drinks orders were rarely taken and we seemed... More

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TailorMadeDiningCo, Owner at The Crown Inn, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Thank you for letting me know - I've taken this up with the GM and we've implemented some additional training with larger tables. I think some waitresses get a little nervous approaching large groups, but that's no reason to leave customers dry! We look forward to welcoming you back soon. More

London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013

Decided to visit on the basis of reviews here on the spur of the moment. Initial signs were good as the pub was packed at Saturday lunchtime. Staff were very helpful and the food was great, overall good value. We will certainly return.

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TailorMadeDiningCo, Owner at The Crown Inn, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Thank you, we hope you'll let everyone know and we get to see you again soon! More

 
 
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Also Known As:
The Crown Hotel Playhatch
The Crown Hotel
Address: Foxhill Lane | Playhatch Nr Reading, Playhatch RG4 9QN, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > South East England > Oxfordshire > Playhatch
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 B&Bs / Inns in Playhatch
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Crown is a 17th Century country inn with an excellent restaurant close to Reading and Henley on Thames. Set within the grounds of the Crown, the well appointed contemporary rooms offer a relaxing and peaceful nights sleep with the added advantage of an excellent renowned restaurant and bar just a few steps away. All rooms have full en-suite facilities and large flat screen televisions. ... more   less 
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