Judy's On Cherry - Reading

In the Reading area for a work assignment. Stumbled on this very unassuming place and decided to venture in as I had read a few reviews online the week earlier...sounded nice but def understated in reviews. Upon entering the establishment, all spaces/elements I experienced felt very alive I knew I found myself a gem, only left to see if the food would be cohesive with the appealing concept of the space. Warm Classy Contemporary; the colors, music, ambiance, smells, lighting and friendliness of staff...a warm welcome and great smooth jazz playing. Everything perfect, colorful artwork, lovely tables settings, lighting concepts. I believe it may have the owner who sat me and proceeded to get specifics from the chefs as to exact ingredients in the soup of the day, right down to the stock used. Then, greeted by a friendly waitstaff, extremely knowledgeable with the menu and helpful as it was difficult to make a selection. The wine selections for Chardonnay we're all new to me, but as all other aspects of this place we're perfect. I did it up...app, soup, entree' and take home for a full meal w/ the Braised Lamb Shank. Everything ordered was over the top in flavor, (contemporary comfy food mix) presentation and freshness/integrity of ingredients. A dining experience you must try if anywhere in the area. Walked in with a smile on my face and left with a big smile. A shame I don't live in the area, this would be a regular and certainly a favorite of mine. Hope to make it back before I leave!

Sister restaurant to the historic Speckled Hen. Diverse menu of sides, toast, appetizers, and dinners. Great atmosphere and friendly staff add to the dining experience. Spectacular cocktail menu and decent beer list to lubricate your pallette. Decadent, devious and delicious, the 3Ds of dessert!!! Great spot for a quick bite before a Royals game or a nice dinner.

Fantastic. Love everything about this place ambiance, people and food was awesome. Judy and team have done a great job. Also! Go to the vending machine by the restrooms that's an awesome cause. Will be back next time I'm in town!

Nothing but exceptional service and food. This menu is so unique. The inside of Judy’s is so interesting and beautiful would really like to learn this history. Judy herself can even be seen running food and socializing at tables.

Plan to spend 2-2.5 hours here for one of the best dinner experiences in the region. The bartender mixes excellent drinks and the food is prepared to perfection. As with any service establishment at this time, the wait staff needs a little practice, but hang in there it is a work in progress. Our young waitress Taylor was working herself silly and in the end we received almost everything despite the salad for dessert. Find me a place with good food and I will show you a place that is understaffed. We need to slow down and be more tolerant of the fact that wait-staff-in-training have missed 2 full years of experience. Thank you for a memorable meal Judy! I can only imagine how difficult this is for you as a chef/owner. The food was topnotch.