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Seasonality

Berkshire, Maidenhead - Modern European - Restaurant - £££

Elegant but unfussy seasonal food served with pride

Overall Rating: Very Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Very Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Very Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Very Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Very Good

‘Simplicity, modesty, passion’ – three little words that sum up Francesca and Wesley Smalley’s well-run modern restaurant just off Maidenhead town centre. The bright interior is dominated by a gleaming central island kitchen, and the unique design of the place ‘makes every diner feel like they have a seat at the chef’s table.’ Here, Wesley conjures up a roster of assured, seasonally inspired dishes, while also finding time to greet customers when they arrive. His smart, innovative menu is peppered with delicious enticements, with flavours gleaned from across the culinary globe – from ‘patatas bravas’ fondant to sake-cured sea trout with Waltham beets and grelot onions via the familiarity of roast cod with spring vegetables, peas and smoked bacon velouté. Desserts such as pistachio crème brûlée or a chocolate and cherry choux bun maintain Seasonality's enviably high standards. In addition to the regul...

‘Simplicity, modesty, passion’ – three little words that sum up Francesca and Wesley Smalley’s well-run modern restaurant just off Maidenhead town centre. The bright interior is dominated by a gleaming central island kitchen, and the unique design of the place ‘makes every diner feel like they have a seat at the chef’s table.’ Here, Wesley conjures up a roster of assured, seasonally inspired dishes, while also finding time to greet customers when they arrive. His smart, innovative menu is peppered with delicious enticements, with flavours gleaned from across the culinary globe – from ‘patatas bravas’ fondant to sake-cured sea trout with Waltham beets and grelot onions via the familiarity of roast cod with spring vegetables, peas and smoked bacon velouté. Desserts such as pistachio crème brûlée or a chocolate and cherry choux bun maintain Seasonality's enviably high standards. In addition to the regular fixed-priced menu, there’s now a modest lunchtime carte featuring some of the chef’s current favourites. Just add charming service and a wine list that's arranged by style and weight, with a good choice by the glass.

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R Guttfield

20 April 2026

Innovative cuisine built on tradition with a desire to use local and seasonal ingredients. Beautiful attention to detail and outstanding tasting food - Seasonality creates a rich experience for anyone visiting. The unique design of the restaurant leaves every diner feeling like they have a seat at the Chef’s table offering attentive, but informal service.

H Gallagher

30 March 2026

Simplicity. Modesty. Passion. Ever so tasty food, at appropriate cost. The best food in town. Gives its neighbour Bray much, very healthy, competition without in-your-face self promotion or congratulation. A joy.

E Enfield

30 March 2026

Seasonality is always reliable for delicious food and brilliant service. We make a point of going every six weeks when the menu changes and are never dissapointed; their sustainable approach of using seasonal produce is not a gimmick but central to the foods success. It is particularly special to us as it is where we decided to get engaged, and consider ourselves lucky to have now been able to book them for our wedding breakfast. Our favourite local restaurant by far.

D Bean

10 February 2025

Starter of soup served with a modern take on rarebit, sides of fresh bread and olives, and mains of seafood with bisque and a wild mushroom-stuffed pasta, which were all of excellent quality. The chef personally served the mains and was welcoming and the serving staff were excellent. Some bonus petit fours were served, too.

R Ellis

3 February 2025

I have eaten at the restaurant located in an up-and-coming retail area. The menu has only four starters, four main courses, and four desserts. The mushroom starter totally blew me away, it would have been at home in any ...
I have eaten at the restaurant located in an up-and-coming retail area. The menu has only four starters, four main courses, and four desserts. The mushroom starter totally blew me away, it would have been at home in any of the 1 and 2 Michelin-star restaurants I have recently eaten in. The beef short rib was outstanding, and although rustic, it was thoroughly thought through. The fish dish that my partner ordered was also exceptional. The desert again would have graced a menu at any of its peers...
I have eaten at the restaurant located in an up-and-coming retail area. The menu has only four starters, four main courses, and four desserts. The mushroom starter totally blew me away, it would have been at home in any of the 1 and 2 Michelin-star restaurants I have recently eaten in. The beef short rib was outstanding, and although rustic, it was thoroughly thought through. The fish dish that my partner ordered was also exceptional. The desert again would have graced a menu at any of its peers. The ingredients were all locally sourced, the staff were personable and the overall experience was exceptional. Along with the price point of under £75/head including wine and service. Well done, Seasonality, you have my custom and loyalty.
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W Hepworth

27 January 2025

Fantastic dining experience - great ambience, service and food. Exceptional quality and experience for the price and significantly more affordable than some of the Michelin Star options down the road in Bray!

C Weeks

19 January 2025

We were blown away. I had sea trout tartare - the first mouthful had me gasping in pleasure. My wife had smoked haddock kedgeree which she found equally as good.

For a main course, I had pork fillet, wonderfully tende...
We were blown away. I had sea trout tartare - the first mouthful had me gasping in pleasure. My wife had smoked haddock kedgeree which she found equally as good.

For a main course, I had pork fillet, wonderfully tender, and the combination of flavours was exquisite. My wife had halibut. Her words to describe it were "beautifully cooked and perfectly complemented by the supporting elements." Our potato and green sides were fresh and perfectly cooked.

For dessert, I had a deconstructed cherr...
We were blown away. I had sea trout tartare - the first mouthful had me gasping in pleasure. My wife had smoked haddock kedgeree which she found equally as good.

For a main course, I had pork fillet, wonderfully tender, and the combination of flavours was exquisite. My wife had halibut. Her words to describe it were "beautifully cooked and perfectly complemented by the supporting elements." Our potato and green sides were fresh and perfectly cooked.

For dessert, I had a deconstructed cherry Bakewell tart, which was divine and accompanied by the best vanilla ice cream I have ever had. It was so good I asked for and received a second Bakewell tart to take home for my son.

The complimentary peanut butter and lemon jelly were breathtakingly good. We knew Seasonality had an excellent reputation. It exceeded our expectations.
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J East

20 October 2024

Where to start? I wanted to try every single starter, they all sounded so amazing. The best of local seasonal food, as the name promised, ranging from partridge and chicken rilletes, which I finally decided upon, (delici...
Where to start? I wanted to try every single starter, they all sounded so amazing. The best of local seasonal food, as the name promised, ranging from partridge and chicken rilletes, which I finally decided upon, (delicious by the way!) to a dish with smoked eel.

The homemade bread was ridiculously good too, mains and desserts equally delicious, and fab wines by the glass to boot. Couldn’t be happier with our meal and the warm welcome from the staff, nothing too much trouble. Perfect dining...
Where to start? I wanted to try every single starter, they all sounded so amazing. The best of local seasonal food, as the name promised, ranging from partridge and chicken rilletes, which I finally decided upon, (delicious by the way!) to a dish with smoked eel.

The homemade bread was ridiculously good too, mains and desserts equally delicious, and fab wines by the glass to boot. Couldn’t be happier with our meal and the warm welcome from the staff, nothing too much trouble. Perfect dining experience. I will be back for sure, often!
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P Saliba

15 September 2024

The food was amazing, and the menu was extremely creative. Kudos to the Chefs at Seasonality for their creativity, innovation and extremely warm and inviting setting.

R butler

1 September 2024

Gorgeous little place with so much to offer with a few plates each meal is curated around the time of year so it always feels fresh and exciting especially in such a boring town like Maidenhead it’s really a gem in the crown.

VENUE DETAILS

26 Queen Street
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6 1HZGB

01628 963053

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Counter seating, Wheelchair access, Dog friendly, Credit card required

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