Bagheera Indian Restaurant & Bar (at The Spread Eagle) — Restaurant in Reading

I recently visited this spot for a reunion with friends, and despite a slightly dim atmosphere due to some sparingly switched-off lights (which initially made us wonder if it was closed), we soon realized it was all part of a Halloween-themed setup. The decor added an unexpected touch of seasonal charm, making it feel festive and fun.

We kicked things off with starters: Chicken Tandoori, Goan Fish Cutlet, and a veg platter. All were super flavorful, with the chicken especially standing out for its succulent texture, and the samosas were a delightful, crispy treat. It was easy to see that the new management has really transformed this place from its pub days into a restaurant with a cozy, service-oriented vibe. The staff, particularly Khusbhoo and Alina, were attentive and friendly, which made the experience all the more enjoyable.

For our main course, we opted for the Punjabi Chicken Tikka and Railway Lamb Curry, paired with roti and naan. Both curries delivered good flavor, with rich, satisfying sauces that leaned slightly above average in taste, though not mind-blowing. To finish, we had Gajar Halwa with ice cream, which was decent, though the texture of the halwa could use improvement.

Overall, the quality service made up for any minor culinary imperfections. This restaurant brings a warm, welcoming feel, perfect for a relaxed get-together, and the attentive staff ensured we were well taken care of throughout our meal. Looking forward to seeing how they continue to evolve the menu under this...

Ordered a takeaway from the Indian fusion menu. My food tasted OK but seemed very cheap bits of meat in it. My wife didn't eat hers as she didn't like the taste, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise as she wasn't as ill as me. Not long after eating I had terrible stomach pain and felt sick. I normally eat very clean and work out 6 times a week so a takeaway is a big treat. Felt very let down. Also I think there must have been a lot of salt in the food as I was waking up thirsty all night long considering I drink 5 litres of water a day there must have been some real rubbish in this meal to do that to me. I wouldn't ever take the risk of eating from here again, I value my...

I was expecting us to walk into a old Reading pub and that's what it is, but with Indian food delights!

The team were welcoming and happy for us to bring along our 2 year old to enjoy the evening with us.

The food is fantastic!

You can enjoy the basic Indian recipes, or heat them up with extra spice if you wish.

Refreshing to see the likes of cobra beer sand kingfisher replaced with Doombar Extra cold and other alternatives.

The restaurant side busy from 7, we arrived just before. The pub side had punters enjoying drinks. It works together well.

Our server was a lovely lady who took time to get to know us and our daughter.

We look forward to...