Chez Mal Brasserie and Bar

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Chez Mal Brasserie and Bar Reading: Modern European Dining with an AA Rosette

Chez Mal Brasserie and Bar in Reading offers a Modern European menu defined by British fusion flavours and backed by an AA Rosette for culinary excellence. The kitchen prepares a diverse range of dishes within the stylish brasserie space at Malmaison Reading, a boutique hotel housed in the world's oldest surviving railway station.

A Rosette standard in British fusion cooking

The accolade validates the consistency and quality found throughout the diverse menu. Chefs craft dishes that highlight British fusion elements, merging British staples with global techniques. This approach results in a versatile menu catering to varied tastes without relying on fleeting trends.

Artisanal cocktails and intimate gatherings

The bar programme features artisanal cocktails crafted to accompany the brasserie's offerings. A separate private dining room provides space for up to twenty guests, hosting intimate business powwows or small celebrations away from the main floor. This arrangement ensures groups can utilise the full scope of the kitchen while maintaining exclusivity.

A historic station reimagined as a dining destination

The venue occupies a building constructed in 1844, marking it as the world's oldest surviving railway station hotel. The interior design respects this heritage through a blend of period structure and modern décor. The brasserie sits adjacent to the station entrance, providing immediate access for passengers and visitors alike. Nearby attractions such as the River Thames and Reading Abbey ruins sit within walking distance.