L'Ortolan Restaurant
- Up to 80 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
- Sustainability credentials
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L'Ortolan is a prestigious fine dining restaurant located in the picturesque village of Shinfield, just outside Reading. Housed in a beautifully converted Victorian vicarage, this award-winning establishment offers an elegant setting for private dining events, corporate entertaining, and special celebrations. The restaurant features multiple private dining rooms that can accommodate intimate gatherings to larger corporate events for up to 80 guests. With its reputation for exceptional cuisine, impeccable service, and sophisticated atmosphere, L'Ortolan provides a memorable venue for business meetings, product launches, and exclusive dining experiences in the Thames Valley region.
Best suited for
- Private Dining
- Wedding Receptions
- Birthday Celebrations
- Anniversary Dinners
- Business Dinners
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Restaurant | — | — | — | — | — | — | 60 |
| Private Dining Room | — | — | 12 | — | — | — | — |
| Garden Terrace | — | — | — | — | — | — | 40 |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Private dining packages available from £500 for exclusive use. Pricing varies by menu selection, group size, and room hire requirements.
Request exact pricing →Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Fine Dining
- Private Dining Rooms
- Garden Terrace
- Wine Cellar
- Michelin Recognition
- Corporate Catering
- Wedding Reception
- Parking
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
Sustainability
- Certified sustainable venue
Location & getting there
Church Lane, Shinfield, Reading, RG2 9BY, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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L'Ortolan Restaurant is a verified fine dining restaurant in Reading, hosting up to 80 guests, with day delegate rates from £70. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Networking, Accessibility. Verified on-site: food & catering, sustainability, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, receptions and networking events, fully accessible events.
AV and hybrid-event facilities are not yet evidenced in the profile data. Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-FiNot listed
- AV & productionNot listed
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- Sustainability✓ Verified
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £70
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 80 guests for dining events
What AV equipment is available?
Background music system and Wi-Fi available
Is catering available?
Full fine dining menu and wine list available
Is there parking available?
Limited parking available - street parking and nearby car parks
About L'Ortolan Restaurant
L'Ortolan is a prestigious fine dining restaurant located in the picturesque village of Shinfield, just outside Reading. Housed in a beautifully converted Victorian vicarage, this award-winning establishment offers an elegant setting for private dining events, corporate entertaining, and special celebrations. The restaurant features multiple private dining rooms that can accommodate intimate gatherings to larger corporate events for up to 80 guests. With its reputation for exceptional cuisine, impeccable service, and sophisticated atmosphere, L'Ortolan provides a memorable venue for business meetings, product launches, and exclusive dining experiences in the Thames Valley region.
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