Zizzi Reading Oracle, July 2025
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Zizzi - Reading Oracle

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A lively Italian chain restaurant in The Oracle Shopping Centre, perfect for post-shopping breaks or family meals.

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Zizzi Reading Oracle, July 2025

Zizzi - Reading Oracle

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A lively Italian chain restaurant in The Oracle Shopping Centre, perfect for post-shopping breaks or family meals.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Authentic Italian food with great service makes this place worth a visit!"

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Book Ahead for Peak Times

Reservations are recommended, especially during busy periods like weekends or half-term, to ensure a table.

Dine Off-Peak for Smoother Service

Consider visiting during less busy hours to avoid potential delays in service.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 11PM

Cuisine

Italian

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+44 118 996 2111

Address

20, The Riverside, The Oracle, Reading RG1 2AG, United Kingdom

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Authentic Italian Classics

Authentic Italian Classics

Savor classic Italian dishes like pizza and spaghetti, prepared with care for a delightful dining experience.

Attentive & Friendly Service

Attentive & Friendly Service

Experience exceptional hospitality from staff members like Alex and Fredy, who ensure a welcoming and professional visit.

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Delicious Desserts

Delicious Desserts

Indulge in sweet endings, from rich chocolate brownies to creamy gelato, perfect for any celebration.

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Book Ahead for Peak Times

Reservations are recommended, especially during busy periods like weekends or half-term, to ensure a table.

Dine Off-Peak for Smoother Service

Consider visiting during less busy hours to avoid potential delays in service.

Check Your Bill Carefully

Review your bill for accuracy before payment, as some customers have encountered discrepancies.

Ask About Gluten-Free Options

The restaurant offers gluten-free options, and staff like Claudio are noted for excellent service.

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Book Ahead for Peak Times

Reservations are recommended, especially during busy periods like weekends or half-term, to ensure a table.

Dine Off-Peak for Smoother Service

Consider visiting during less busy hours to avoid potential delays in service.

Check Your Bill Carefully

Review your bill for accuracy before payment, as some customers have encountered discrepancies.

Ask About Gluten-Free Options

The restaurant offers gluten-free options, and staff like Claudio are noted for excellent service.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Zizzi - Reading Oracle offers a family-friendly Italian dining experience with a range of pizzas and pastas. Many guests praise the attentive and friendly service, with specific mentions for staff like Alex and Fredy. While the food is generally enjoyed, some reviewers noted issues with service speed during busy periods and occasional inaccuracies on bills. The desserts are a popular highlight, often adding a sweet touch to the meal.

"Came here for a company meal with good friends and company last week Friday. The food was amazing, the service, cocktails and dessert. We all had an amazing time and can’t thank the team enough for a wonderful time and looking after us. We will definitely be back again in the future."

Danny Bee

"Amazing restaurant, you can never go wrong with a good old Italian meal.

I went for the classic spaghetti, which was delicious. While I do wish there were more vegetarian options, I really appreciated that they had some on the menu, as many restaurants near London tend to overlook this.

Had an amazing waiter, called Alex, they were extremely nice- attentive, and made sure everything was perfect.

If you’re craving authentic Italian food with great service, this place is definitely worth a visit!"

Harley

"We were instantly greeted upon arrival, seated and Alex served us. The food was on our table in about 5 minutes. Super quick. However the chef Suraj who cooked my Pizza absolutely nailed it. After a week of wanting Italian this his the spot! Thank you very much."

The Healthy Agent

What People Like

Friendly and attentive staff
Delicious pizzas and pastas
Great desserts

What People Dislike

Slow service during peak times
Occasional bill discrepancies
Inconsistent pizza availability

Frequently Asked Questions

Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours or weekends, to avoid potential waits.

Yes, Zizzi is noted as a gluten-free friendly restaurant, with staff who can assist with dietary needs.

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Guests frequently enjoy the pizzas and classic spaghetti dishes, as well as the desserts like the chocolate brownie.

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The restaurant is located near the river, offering pleasant views from some seating areas.

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To ensure smoother service, consider visiting during off-peak hours. Busy periods include weekends and half-term.

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Yes, the restaurant caters to vegetarian and vegan diners with specific options available on the menu.

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Part of a chain that also runs Pizza Express, Zizzi offers a range of pizzas and Italian food. Based in The Oracle, the restaurant's website says Zizz is "the perfect location for a much needed break after a shopping spree in The Oracle Shopping Centre in Reading.". Reviewers said: "First time back at Zizzi’s Reading since lockdown and the service has been incredible. Amazing 3 course meal would highly recommend!" and "Always a warm welcome, the food and service were as good as always. Difficult times have not meant we received anything but the best of service and quality. Well done to all the management and staff.

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One customer wrote on Tripadvisor: "It seems a very long time since have eaten at a Zizzi restaurant - I assume nearly two years - but it was reassuring to find little has changed (although arancini no longer seems to be served - not good). "Still plenty of choice and it remains a family-friendly place to eat. Service was a bit slow at times but it was half-term and it was very busy. Overall a pleasant family meal.". Read the rest of the reviews via Tripadvisor.

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The service is generally good and fast, enhancing the overall dining experience for those with gluten sensitivities. From the get go, our server Claudio was EXCELLENT!. My partner is Coeliac intolerant and we always struggle to find anywhere to eat because of gluten containing foods.

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