La Fontana Restaurant & Wine Bar

Reading locals with a discerning palate know to head straight for La Fontana Restaurant & Wine Bar when only a proper burger will do. This spot has built a sterling reputation in the town, and while it holds a perfect Food Hygiene Rating from its last inspection, the real draw is the cooking itself. You won't find any slapped-together fast-food nonsense here; every patty is treated with the respect of a steakhouse cut, charred on the outside and juicy within.

The menu reads like a love letter to the burger, with toppings that go far beyond the usual lettuce and tomato. They nail the classics, but the real standouts are the bolder creations, perhaps a smoky bacon jam number or one loaded with melted cheese. The buns are toasted, the fries are crisp, and the whole experience feels more like a proper sit-down meal than a quick bite. Whether you're dining in or ordering for a night in, La Fontana serves the kind of burgers that make you forget other takeaways exist. They deliver across the Reading area, so you can get this quality without leaving the sofa.