Ha! Ha! Bar and Canteen - Reading

Right in the centre of town, in the centre of it all, Ha! Ha! is a smart, attractive spot to enjoy modern British cuisine in a chilled atmosphere. The bar is classic polished zinc and the bar area features comfy leather sofas and huge mirrors. The trendy dining room continues the smart, relaxed ambience.

The menu covers sharing platters, Atkins-friendly choices, comfort food, and all-day breakfast as well as 'Proper Cooking!' Try starter of crispy shredded duck with Chinese pancakes, main course of spicy tiger prawns in creamy coconut and satay sauce with Thai noodles, then return to the culinary west for profiteroles with home-made chocolate sauce.

Other dishes include classic fish fingers and terrific skinny chips as well as sandwiches and steaks. Short, unusually international wine list. DJs at the weekend and a good buzz throughout the week.