NOW THAT Berkshire has been placed into Tier 4 as of today (December 19), this means buying a meal has once again been restricted to take-aways and deliveries.

Thankfully, there are plenty of fantastic restaurants offering these services in Berkshire that have received fantastic reviews from customers online.

And so, for our 'foodie' readers out there, here are the five best rated food places providing takeaways and deliveries across Berkshire, as rated on TripAdvisor.

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1. Gurkha Royale Restaurant and Bar, Windsor - 5/5

Reading Chronicle:

One TripAdvisor comment read: "So impressed with our takeaway curries we received.

"Everything tasted so fresh and homemade. It was seriously amazing- all real authentic flavours and spices.

"My family and I are so impressed and will definitely be going back soon.

"If you live around dedworth and like the freshness of the Chinese blossoms, this is the equivalent but with Indian and Nepalese food.

"Stunning freshness, my fav Chinese in the area. Thanks so much!"

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2. Rajbhoog, Sunninghill - 4.5/5

Reading Chronicle:

One comment left on October 3 said: "I soon as I finished at work today, went straight to one of my fab indian take away. We had lovely lamb chops and biryani. I'm so impressed with the amazing quality. Really recommended. Is the best Indian in this area!"

3. Momo House, Caversham - 4.5/5

Reading Chronicle:

This restaurant impressed this customer, with their review reading: "Ordered a delivery which came within the 45 minutes advised.

"All the food was good and represented excellent value. Nice crisp popadoms with dips.

"The vegetarian starters were good, especially the paneer. My main of lamb curry was very tasty and all the rices/breads good.

"Momo and noodles were delicious - All in all, we ordered a lot of food and it all got eaten with no complaints."

4. Coconut Bar & Kitchen, Reading - 4.5/5

Reading Chronicle:

One commenter wrote: "I’ve been coming here ever since it opened the serve has been phenomenal especially this evening where the host was very accommodating, helpful and and patient throughout the whole of our dinner and recommended drinks for us.

This you Federica for helping is our and making our experience better we appreciate it a lot."

5. Henry & Joe's, Newbury - 5/5

Reading Chronicle:

This Michelin-star restaurant recieved this commendation online: "Superb food and service this place is so special.

"Go and visit it and support it they are doing everything they can to be successful and they love what they do and it’s evident in the quality of the cooking and the service you receive.

"Well done Henry and Joe. 10/10 (Again)."