r/reading is a subreddit with 180k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses looking for a, looking for, reading, buddy, and worst, and they frequently recommend/review chinese takeaway, chicken wings, and bread.
The town of Reading, located in Berkshire, UK. Probably the best place on the River Thames.
Popular Themes in r/reading
#1
Advice Requests
: "Im really struggling with my mental health and having no network of people due to life circumstances and divorce, what can I do?"
4 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "Anyone know of a genuinely good handyperson in central Reading?"
3 posts
Popular Topics in r/reading
#1
Looking For A
41 posts
#2
Looking For
22 posts
#3
Reading
: "Reading gets a bad rep, but I've finally started exploring properly. Locals – what are the spots that don't show up on Google?"
12 posts
#4
Buddy
6 posts
#5
Worst
4 posts
#6
Football
: "Looking for pals to watch Football with"
3 posts
#7
Struggling
2 posts
#8
Gym
2 posts
#9
Job
2 posts
#10
Hairdresser
2 posts
Products Discussed in r/reading
Chinese Takeaway
28 reviews
#1
Kung Fu Kitchen
4.8★ from 5 reviews
#2
Home Cooking
4.0★ from 3 reviews
#3
Jasmine Garden
2.5★ from 2 reviews
Chicken Wings
16 reviews
#1
Wingstop
4.5★ from 4 reviews
#2
Roosters
5.0★ from 4 reviews
#3
7 Bone
5.0★ from 1 review
Bread
14 reviews
#1
Rise Bakehouse
4.3★ from 3 reviews
#2
Warings Bakery
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#3
Artisan Bakers
4.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/reading
#1
Question
: "Duncan 53 1/2"
15 posts
#2
Information
: "Leviathan Armoured Combat 🦑"
3 posts
#3
Food & Drink
: "Come to my art exhibition"
2 posts
#4
Friendly Face
: "Join us for book club and making friends! 🤗📚"
2 posts
#5
Article
: "Warning over fake QR codes on parking machines in west Berkshire"
2 posts
#6
Pic
: "What’s your favorite spot in town to sit and enjoy a sunny afternoon like this?"
1 post
Member Growth in r/reading
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+9k members(5.3%)
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Last updated: July 11, 2026