They say the way to someone's heart is through their stomach - why not put it to the test at one of these fine dining restaurants within an hour's drive of Reading.

Whether you're looking to plan the perfect Valentine's meal or you're one true love is simply food, we've got your back.

We have rounded up the best fine dining restaurants in the area to help you plan your romantic evening out.

These are the top five fine dining spots near Reading according to their Tripadvisor reviews - Bon Appétit!

Reading Chronicle: Dessert at Henry & Joe's. Credit: TripadvisorDessert at Henry & Joe's. Credit: Tripadvisor

Best fine dining restaurants near Reading

Henry & Joe's

With a 5.0 Tripadvisor rating and a Michelin star, we aren't surprised to see Henry & Joe's in Newbury topping the list.

Where: 17 Cheap Street, Newbury RG14 5DD England

Tripadvisor rating: 5.0 with a Micheli star

Number of 'Excellent reviews': 308

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Waterside Inn

Treat your Valentine to an extraordinary meal at the Waterside Inn and with three Michelin stars, it will be a meal to remember.

Where: The Waterside Ferry Road The Waterside, Bray on Thames SL6 2AT England

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5 with three Michelin stars

Number of 'Excellent reviews': 1448

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Reading Chronicle: Signature Lobster dish at the Waterside Inn. Credit: TripadvisorSignature Lobster dish at the Waterside Inn. Credit: Tripadvisor

Avanti

Show your significant other how much you care by booking a delightful dinner at Avanti this February 14.

Where: 85 High Street, Wallingford OX10 0BW England

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

Number of 'Excellent reviews': 453

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Caldesi In Campagna

Our mouths are already watering at the sight of Caldesi In Campagna's menu and yours will be too so book now to avoid disappointment this Valentine's day.

Where: Old Mill Lane, Bray on Thames SL6 2BG England

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

Number of 'Excellent reviews': 477

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Reading Chronicle: Scallop starter at Caldesi In Campagna. Credit: TripadvisorScallop starter at Caldesi In Campagna. Credit: Tripadvisor

Dew Pond Restaurant

Rounding up our top five, the Dew Pond Restaurant will make the ultimate romantic destination for your Valentine's dinner this year.

Where: Old Burghclere, Newbury RG20 9LH England

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

Number of 'Excellent reviews': 277

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