L'ortolan restaurant

Welcome to L'ortolan, Reading's only Michelin starred restaurant, with modern French cuisine by Executive Chef Alan Murchison. Nestled in the village of Shinfield, just five minutes from M4 Junction 11, L’ortolan offers an exceptional dining experience - perfect for social and business occasions.

Highlights

Congratulations to Alan Murchison - winner of the Scottish regional heat of BBC Two's Great British Menu

Alan impressed the judges with his outstandingly nutritious dishes full of colour, flavour and originality. He will be back in the national finals from Monday 4th June on BBC TWO.

Alan's 'Great British Menu' at L'ortolan

Alan's Great British Menu is now available at L'ortolan. Come and try the dishes for yourself and indulge in some truly ground-breaking cuisine.

£55 per person - available Tues to Thurs dinner. This menu is only available if prebooked quoting 'GBM' and is not available on request at the restaurant.

NEW Taste of L'ortolan Lunch

Savour the many flavours of L'ortolan with our new five course tasting menu - available Tuesday to Saturday lunchtimes.
£39 per person

or enjoy our seasonal Menu Du Jour, 2 courses for £25, 3 courses for £29.90.

Upcoming Events at L'ortolan

- Tutored Wine Tasting Afternoons
- Wine Tasting Dinners
- Cookery School Demonstrations

For Larger Parties and Corporate Bookings

Choose between our three private dining rooms, each with their own unique ambiance. With our fabulous range of private dining menus we aim to create an occasion that your guests will never forget. Enjoy the mouth-watering Michelin starred food from the L'ortolan kitchen whilst in comfortable, private surroundings - and we'll never charge you a room hire fee.

Testimonials

"The three members of staff who looked after us during lunch were really exceptional in the level of service that they offered. The sommelier was particularly gifted, knowledgeable and friendly (such a refreshing experience!) The waiters were also totally professional and slick but also welcoming and hospitable. The food was inspired, well balanced and individual in style. I intend to travel from North London as often as I can to see how the menus change through the seasons. So glad to have found you."

- Kellie Cuthill (April 2012)

"It was a fantastic night the gourmand menu with wine was an excellent culinary experience ... We all learnt so much!"

- Kate Wright (February 2012)

For more L'ortolan customer comments please visit the Customer Testimonials page

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