About

Picnic is an independent café located in the heart of Reading town centre. We’ve been established at 5 Butter Market since the summer of 2007. Specialising in ethical coffee and locally produced food and with a unique welcoming atmosphere, we attract a varied and discerning crowd of people who live or work in Reading, as well as shoppers and even visiting artists.

We serve: ethical coffee, Fairtrade teas and hot chocolate, juices and smoothiesa range of breakfast options, like cereals, toast, pastries and croissantsfreshly made sandwiches using locally baked breadPicnic Boxes featuring Hampshire-grown saladaward-winning soups from the Dorset Blue Soup Companyand snacks, including samosas, crisps and fruitas well as delicious cakes and organic ice cream.

We also sell products to take away including picnic hampers, pickled cabbage and onions and cookery books, as well as cakes, and provide a business lunch catering service.