AS THE clocks turn back and the winter nights draw in, here are Reading's best cafes to warm you up.

According to Tripadvisor, there are a number of independent cafes that have left customers coming back for more.

Here are the top five.

Cafe YOLK

Reading Chronicle:

Where: 44 Erleigh Road, Reading

Rated: 4.5/5

One customer said: "Aways very generous portions - there are dishes I wouldn't dare order because they're so imposingly large! But very good quality, too, and it's this that makes the prices good value."

Another said: "I come to Cafe Yolk on a monthly basis. The menu has a great selection of food and drink and caters for vegetarians and vegans as well"

Shed

Where: 8 Merchants Place The Old Forge, Reading

Rated: 4.5/5

One customer said: "Shed is definitely a hidden gem particularly because of its architecture surrounded by towering concrete and glass, it is an oasis and a call back to a slower pace and enjoying great food with friends and family, just a turn away from the railway station like you've gone down Diagon Alley."

Another said: "Had an amazing vegan and gluten free toastie, great for a quick bite! Loads of vegan options, including cakes and pastries."

Picnic Foods

Reading Chronicle:

Where: 5 Butter Market, Reading

Rated: 4.5/5

One customer said: "Wonderful visit to Picnic today. Had the most wonderful halloumi and butternut squash salad. It was so busy but the staff were friendly and attentive. Will definitely return."

Another said: "Outstanding coffee and service, the chilli and apricot sausage roll was one of the best I have ever had ... and I've had a few."

Monty's Cafe

Reading Chronicle:

Where: 41 Addington Road, Reading

Rated: 5/5

One customer said: "Very nice family place with a very nice and smiling service. Good good and very fair prices. Fresh coffee and juice and good seatings."

Another said: "We had a lovely breakfast for five of us - great tastes with very friendly and welcoming service - definitely recommended for future visits."

Pau Brasil

Reading Chronicle:

Where: 89 Mount Pleasant, Reading

Rated: 4.5/5

One customer said: "This little gem is a little out the town centre but well worth the visit. I have taken many friends over the last few years coming from different backgrounds, countries and ethnicities and everyone has enjoyed the food."

Another said: "I recommend this place, the staff were great and I had some of the best cake and coffee I have ever tasted. I will definitely be going back and taking friends along too! All the food smelt delicious and it has a nice welcoming energy inside."