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Wednesday 12pm - 2pm 7pm - 10pm Thursday 12pm - 2pm 7pm - 10pm Friday 12pm - 2pm 7pm - 10pm Saturday 12pm - 2pm 7pm - 10pm Sunday 12pm - 2:30pm

The Waterside Inn, Bray-on-Thames

Name: The Waterside Inn, Bray-on-Thames
Address: Ferry Road, Maidenhead, SL62AT, GB
Telephone: +441628620691
Price range: ££££
Rating: 4.9

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Opened in 1972 by Michel Roux OBE. Run by Chef Patron Alain Roux and home of his eponymous Culinary School.
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A legendary name, a restaurant with a unique heritage... and all in a sublime setting. Since 1972, diners have been flocking to the picturesque village of Bray simply to visit the Waterside Inn. Today, we celebrate Alain Roux’s carefully balanced, classic French cuisine, exquisitely cooked and prepared with a light touch and a subtle modern twist elevating the freshest, finest, carefully sourced ingredients to something simply delicious. An elegant yet informal fine dining restaurant with rooms, The Waterside Inn is unimposing with a welcoming atmosphere and friendly team. Our 12 beautiful bedrooms are each unique in design, simple and opulent in style and designed with comfort and luxury in mind. With gorgeous soft furnishings, luxury en suite bathrooms and some breath-taking river views, we have everything you need for an unforgettable break.

15/10/2026

***Signature Roux Panettone***

Available for pre-order, indulge in Chef Alain Roux's homemade Panettone this Christmas. Carefully proved for 3 days before baking to achieve the lightest texture, it is sweetly fragrant and deliciously moreish.

Perfect for sharing and family feasting during the festive season.

Explore at the Alain Roux Boutique https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/shop/

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14/10/2026

🎄The Gift of Time Together🎄

This Christmas, give loved ones something wonderful to look forward to as they savour the indulgence and warmth of our hospitality.

Enjoy views of the tranquil River Thames from our elegant dining room, or reserve River Cottage, our intimate private dining space - these are the places where conversations continue long after the last course.

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13/10/2026

***Château Palmer 4-Hands Dinner***

Join us for an exceptional evening in true 'Margaux' style as Chef Alain Roux welcomes Château Palmer’s Executive Chef, Jean-Denis Le Bras to his kitchen in Bray. Together they will create a luxury five-course menu honouring this, one of the world's most iconic w**e estates. Expect fascinating storytelling as each dish is paired with exquisite vintages.

With only 30 seats, this rare collaboration promises culinary artistry, pleasure, fun and much conviviality. This is what lasting memories are made from - will you be one of the lucky ones to say you were there.

📆Friday 20th November 2026
£1,200.00 per person

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✨Reserve your place and why not extend your evening to an overnight stay in our beautifully appointed rooms and suites

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06/10/2026

✨A Sprinkling of Roux Magic✨

Explore Chef Alain Roux's online boutique of beautifully curated gifts for gourmands, w**e lovers and those who cherish the lovely things in life. In time for Christmas, we introduce our adorable new family member - Rouxby. Wearing a charming jumper embroidered with The Waterside Inn’s motif, it makes a thoughtful gift for teddy bear lovers of all ages.

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👉Discover the drop down menus in our Boutique https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/shop/
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22/09/2026

***Sundays To Savour***

From our family to yours, we present a timeless classic. Chef Alain Roux's Sunday Lunch experience brings together everything we hold dear - the finest ingredients of the season, the precision of French cooking, sauces prepared with patience - and the pleasure of welcoming you.

Sundays throughout
October & November 2026
£185.00 per person

Explore sample menu at website

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21/09/2026

***The Thiénot Table - An Evening of Discovery***

Explore Ch*****ne’s best kept secret as the boutique house of Thiénot comes to The Waterside Inn for one remarkable evening. Indulge in Chef Alain Roux's five-course menu, paired with Ch*****ne Thiénot vintages acclaimed for their exceptional elegance.

The evening welcomes your host - second-generation Stanislas Thiénot. Sharing illuminating stories, Stanislas will bring the independent spirit and unique style behind the Maison and its treasured cuvées to life.

~The Thiénot Table~
Thursday 10th December 2026, 7.00pm-11.00pm
£890.00 per person

Will you be part of this unforgettable evening? Places are limited to 24 seats in our private dining room.

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Part of our series of 'The W**e Connoisseur Dinners' https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/w**e-dinners/

16/09/2026

***A Luxurious Taste of Autumn***

Discover the richness of Autumn's flavours as Chef Alain and his Executive Chef of 25 years, Fabrice Uhryn, present their new seasonal menu. Born from an enduring partnership founded on friendship, trust and craftsmanship, the menu combines classical French foundations with a lightness of touch that is unmistakably Roux.

Explore menu https://tinyurl.com/yc3n6dmy

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09/09/2026

***New: Four-Courses. One Remarkable Tasting Journey***

Reservations are now open for Chef Alain Roux’s Menu Gastronomique - a seasonal exploration across four-courses. Experience the hallmarks of the Roux legacy as Chef Alain’s deep respect for ingredients combines with precision and artistry.

We look forward to welcoming you to our riverside home where time slows, every detail matters and the magic never leaves you.

View sample menu https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/menus/

Available throughout October and November 2026
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays: Lunch £150.00 per person
Wednesdays & Thursdays: Dinner £190.00 per person

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02/09/2026

Chef Alain Roux invites you to step inside the intimate world of his Culinary School to experience four truly special experiences. Discover the passion that has defined our family for generations as you become part of the Roux story.

Places are extremely limited for these unique and coveted events.

~Chef’s Table with Alain Roux~
Saturday 10th October 2026
Two places remaining

~Roux Secrets of Fine Dining~
Friday 27th November 2026
Three places remaining

~Festive Roux Classics with Alain Roux~
Friday 4th December 2026
Two places remaining

~A Masterclass in Michelin-Star Cuisine~
Saturday 19th December 2026
Two places remaining

Discover more https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/ and follow Alain Roux Culinary School

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Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or an accomplished home cook, the School offers a world of immersive culinary classes for all ages and stages. Which will you choose? Explore at link in bio.
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25/08/2026

On Wednesday 26th August 2026, the doors to our home in Bray will open once again following our annual summer break.

We return excited with stories from our travels, including Chef Alain Roux’s kitchen takeover residency at Belmond Mount Nelson in beautiful South Africa.

We can’t wait to welcome you to unforgettable riverside dine and stay experiences.

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Address

Ferry Road
Maidenhead
SL62AT

Opening Hours

Wednesday	12pm - 2pm
	7pm - 10pm
Thursday	12pm - 2pm
	7pm - 10pm
Friday	12pm - 2pm
	7pm - 10pm
Saturday	12pm - 2pm
	7pm - 10pm
Sunday	12pm - 2:30pm

Telephone

+441628620691

Website

http://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/

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