Pepe Sale
Deep down in the middle of the Mediterranean, the people of Sardinia still enjoy the traditional home-cooked food that their grandmothers used to make. At Pepe Sale, in the heart of Reading, owner Toni Sale, who was brought up on this idyllic island brings you some of those delicious, authentic flavours of Sardinia. The menu features Sardinian specialities such as the wonderful Sardinian bread "Pane Carasatu", various home-made pastas, wild boar, fish dishes and of course, the house speciality - slowly roasted Suckling Piglet. The delicious food is complimented by a selection of the very best wines from Sardinia and Italy Together with the stylish, minimalist décor, eating at Pepe Sale is an authentic Sardinian dining experience - and all at an affordable price. The restaurant is conveniently situated on Queen's Walk in Reading town centre - just a minute's walk from the busy Broad Street shopping area, and a stone's throw from the Hexagon Theatre. Ideal for a quick lunch to ease your feet during a shopping trip, for an evening meal or for drinks before or after a show. It is also the perfect environment to enjoy a discreet business lunch.
Deep down in the middle of the Mediterranean, the people of Sardinia still enjoy the traditional home-cooked food that their grandmothers used to make. At Pepe Sale, in the heart of Reading, owner Toni Sale, who was brought up on this idyllic island brings you some of those delicious, authentic flavours of Sardinia. The menu features Sardinian specialities such as the wonderful Sardinian bread "Pane Carasatu", various home-made pastas, wild boar, fish dishes and of course, the house speciality - slowly roastedread more
Facilities







Menu
Please note that the below menu descriptions are samples only. Please refer to the restaurant’s website for up to date menus and prices.

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A La Carte Menu
Starters
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£8.90
Bresaola Rucola E Scaglie Di Pecorino Sardo
Thinly sliced cured beef, served with sun-dried tomatoes, rocket leaves & pecorino shavings.
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£7.90
Avocado E Funghi Al Dolcelatte
Warm Avocado, Topped With Sauteed Mushrooms & Drizzled With Melted Dolcelatte Cheese.
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£7.90
Mozzarella Di Bufala E Radicchio
Buffalo Mozzarella Wrapped In Radicchio Leaves & Baked With Anchovies, Black Olives & Cherry Tomatoes.
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£8.90
Carpaccio Di Pesce
Finely Sliced Fresh Fish, Marinated In Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Lime Juice & Dill - Ask Waiter For Fish Of The Day.
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£7.40
Pane Frattau
Layers Of Sardinian Bread With Hot Tomato Sauce & Grated Pecorino Cheese, Topped With An (Optional) Poached Egg.
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£8.90
Antipasto Sardo
A Selection Of Sardinian Salamis, Grilled Pecorino Cheese & Sun-Dried Tomatoes.
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£8.50
Melanzane E Zucchine Al Forno
Slices Of Aubergine & Courgette Baked In White Sauce, Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese & Basil.
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£8.20
Grigliata Di Verdure
Grilled Aubergines, Courgettes & Peppers, On A Bed Of Salad Leaves, With Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Drizzled With Italian Dressing.
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£9.90
Gamberoni Arrabbiata
Pan-Fried King Prawns, In A Garlic, Chilles, Basil & Plum Tomato Sauce.
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£8.40
Insalata "Pepe Sale"
Mixed Leaves & Cucumber, Tossed In A Balsamic Dressing, With Goats Cheese, Beef Tomatoes, Baby Mozzarella & Croutons.
Le Zuppe - Soups
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£11.50
Brodetto Di Pesce
Fish Soup.
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£6.90
Pane Cottu
Meat Broth, With Flakes Of Sardinian Bread & Pecorino Cheese.
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£6.90
Vellutata Di Patate E Porri
A Cream Of Leek & Potato Soup.
Le Paste - Pasta's Starter/Main
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£14.40
Ravioli Di Ricotta E Spinaci
Fresh Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli, In A Tomato, Basil & Pecorino Cheese Sauce.
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£14.40
Mallorreddos Quattro Sapori
Sardinian Pasta In A Spicy Sausage & Tomato Sauce.
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£16.60
Spaghetti Bottarga
Sardinian Spaghetti With Cured Grey Mullet Roe, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, A Touch Of Garlic & Chillies.
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£16.90
Spaghetti Allo Scoglio
Spaghetti With King Prawns, Mussels & Langoustines, In A Tomato, Garlic & Chilli Sauce.
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£14.40
Pasta Casereccia Al Sugo Di Carne
Pasta "Twists" In A Meat Ragu, Tomato & Parmesan Sauce.
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£14.40
Alisanzas
Pasta Ribbons In An Aubergine, Courgette, Tomato, Olive & Garlic Sauce.
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£15.50
Tagliolini Al Salmone E Zafferano
Thin Egg Noodles, In A Smoked Salmon, Cream & Saffron Sauce.
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£15.50
Gulungiones
Pasta "Parcels" Filled With Pecorino Cheese & Potato Mash, In A Light Tomato & Basil Sauce.
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£14.40
Spaghetti Chitarra
Cooked With Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Chillies, Rocket, Radicchio & Sun-Dried Tomatoes.
Le Carni - Meat
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£14.50
Pollo Al Salmone
Corn-Fed Supreme Of Chicken, Filled With Smoked Salmon, Cooked With Peppers, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & A Touch Of Cream.
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£13.90
Pollo Con Pancetta, Salvia E Mozzarella
Corn-Fed Chicken Breast, Filled With Mozzarella & Sage, Wrapped In Bacon & Cooked In A White Wine, Butter & Parsley Sauce.
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£14.90
Fegato Al Balsamico
Calves Liver, Pan-Fried With Red Onion, In A Balsamic Vinegar Sauce.
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£15.50
Anitra All'uvetta
Duck Breast, Cooked With Carrots & Sultanas, In An Aromatic Wine & Honey Sauce.
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£16.50
Cinghiale Su Quile
Wild Boar Cutlet, Cooked With Tomatoes, Herbs, White Wine & Chillies.
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£19.20
Tagliata Alla Rucola
8oz Grilled Fillet Steak, Cooked With Extra-Virgin Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar, Served On A Bed Of Rocket Salad.
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£19.20
Filetto Alla Senape
8oz Fillet Steak, In A Mustard, Cream & Brandy Sauce.
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£14.90
Vitello Al Radicchio
Escalope Of Veal, With Radicchio & Mushroom, In A Light White Wine & Cream Sauce.
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£17.50
Bistecca Alla Crema Di Pecorino
10oz Sirloin Steak, In A Cream Of Pecorino Cheese & Green Peppercorn Sauce.
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£16.50
Maialino Arrosto
Traditional Sardinian Style, Slowly Roasted Suckling Piglet - Friday & Saturday Night Only.
Pesci -Fish
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£15.50
Merluzzo Ai Peperoni E Ciliegine
Fresh Cod, Cooked With Roasted Peppers, Garlic, Chillies & Cherry Tomatoes.
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£17.50
Spigola Al Sale
Fresh Sea Bass, Baked In A Crust Of Sea Salt.
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£15.50
Orata Alle Olive E Acchiugue
Fresh Sea Bream, Pan-Fried With Olives, Anchovies, Fresh Herbs & White Wine.
Contorni - Side Dishes
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£3.90
A Selection Of Fresh
Seasonal Vegetables.
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£3.90
Insalata Mista
Mixed Side Salad.
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£3.90
Insalata Verde
Green Salad.
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£3.90
Pomodoro E Cipolla
Tomato & Onion Salad.
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£4.80
Rucola E Parmigiano
Rocket Salad With Parmesan Shavings.
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£1.80
Basket Of Breads & Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Dip
Per Person.
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£7.20
Formaggi - Cheese
Grilled Pecorino.
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£7.20
Selection Of Italian Cheese
Desserts
This Is An Example Of Desserts Available And Is Subject To Change A Selection Of Italian Style Ice-Creams
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£6.20
Strawberry, Vanilla & Chocolate
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£6.20
Traditional Tiramisu
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£6.20
Orange & Lemon Cheesecake
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£6.20
Basil Panna Cotta
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£6.20
Chocolate Mousse
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£6.20
Tartufo Nero
Truffle Shaped Zabaglione & Chocolate Ice Cream, Rolled In Crushed Hazelnut & Dusted With Cocoa Powder.
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£6.20
Cassata Fragola
Traditional Wedge Shaped Slice Of Strawberry & Vanilla Ice-Cream With Liqueur Soaked Sponge & Amarena Cherry.
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£6.20
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
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£6.90
Seadas
Sardinian Pastry Filled With Sweet Cheese & Drizzled With Honey Or Sugar (Subject To Availability).
Coffee / Tea
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£1.90
Expresso
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£2.30
Double Expresso
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£2.30
Caffe Latte
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£2.30
Cappuccino
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£1.70
Filter Coffee
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£5.10
Liqueur Coffee
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£2.70
Floater Coffee
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£1.70
Tea
Set Party Menu
£26.50 per Head + 10% Service Charge.
Starters Choice
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Vellutata Di Patate E Porri
A Cream Of Leek And Potato Soup.
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Ravioli Di Ricotta E Spinaci
Fresh Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli, In A Tomato, Basil & Pecorino Cheese Sauce.
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Carpaccio Di Pesce
Salmon Or Swordfish According To Availability Finely Sliced Fresh Fish, Marinated In Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Lime Juice & Dill.
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Insalata "Pepe Sale"
Mixed Leaves & Cucumber, Tossed In A Balsamic Dressing, With Goat's Cheese, Beef Tomatoes, Baby Mozzarella & Croutons.
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Bresaola, Rucola E Scaglie Di Pecorino Sardo
Thinly Sliced Cured Beef, Served With Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Rocket Leaves & Pecorino Shavings.
Main Courses
All Main Courses Served With A Selection Of Fresh Vegetables Or Salad.
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Pollo Al Salmone
Corn-Fed Supreme Of Chicken, Filled With Smoked Salmon, Cooked With Peppers, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & A Touch Of Cream.
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Merluzzo Ai Peperoni E Ciliegine
Fresh Cod, Cooked With Roasted Peppers, Garlic, Chillies & Cherry Tomatoes.
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Anitra All'uvetta
Duck Breast, Cooked With Carrots & Sultanas, In An Aromatic Wine & Honey Sauce.
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Risotto Ai Funghi E Zafferano
Mushroom & Saffron Risotto With Parmesan Shavings.
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Vitello Al Radicchio
Escalope Of Veal, With Radicchio & Mushroom, In A Light White Wine & Cream Sauce.
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3 Queens Walk, Reading, Berkshire RG1 7QF


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