Based on 674 opinions finded in 1 websites
Based on 674 opinions finded in 1 websites
Nº 172 in 495 in Maidstone
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Very nice pub and friendly service
Bryony Baker . 2024-11-07
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Have been here twice in the last few weeks and me and my family have had great meals and a lovely time. Staff are very good and food has been lovely. Will be visiting here a lot more. Thanks guys
Cenzo D . 2024-11-04
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Update on review - no response to this review - no remedial action taken - manager should be concerned but clearly not. Will take up with your head office! TERRIBLE!!! I used to love visiting The Bull, especially sitting in the garden, enjoying the beautiful scenery. However, my recent experiences have been very disappointing. A month ago, I took my parents, who had travelled up to visit, for lunch. The food was okay, but the atmosphere was ruined by a group of loud workmen, led by one particularly obnoxious individual. His voice was painfully loud, like a megaphone, and completely ruined our afternoon. At the time, I assumed it was just bad luck. This past weekend, a friend came to visit, so I suggested a river walk with a stop at The Bull. Unfortunately, the same unpleasant person was there again, this time with even more of his loud-mouthed crew. While we were at the bar, they were making blatant homophobic comments, which was absolutely unacceptable. Their behavior was appalling, and once again, it completely destroyed the pub's atmosphere. It got to the point where I had to leave my drink behind because I could no longer bear the loud voice giving me a headache. Aside from them, the pub was nearly empty, and I can see why. Unless something is done about this group—especially banning this obnoxious individual—I'm afraid you'll continue losing customers. It's a shame, because The Bull used to be a lovely place.
C S . 2024-11-01
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Great restaurant! Staff are really friendly and welcoming. Food is even better! Highly recommended
ellie teather . 2024-10-29
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Just been for a lunch today with my friend.The place has a lovely big car park and the man at the bar was very friendly and he showed us to the table.We hadn’t booked but there were lots to choose from.Ordered drinks and food order taken.Lovely Home cooked ham,2 Fried eggs and a small bowl of chunky chips and a small bowl of mustard,so delicious.My friend had the sausages,mash butter vegetables and onion gravy ,both very delicious.Ordered 2 Biscroff cheesecake with banana icecream which was so delicious and a latte.The atmosphere was lovely and everything clean.all the staff were friendly and polite.Lovely menus.We will definitely be back again.
Jessica O'sullivan . 2024-10-24
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The food was absolutely delicious, and filled me up like a balloon. The service was a bit off with them getting one of our orders wrong and one of our drinks but the atmosphere was good and overall was a great experience.
Laura Turner . 2024-10-20
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Worst pub ive eaten at in 2024. Had dinner here this evening. Spent £80+ on 3 mains, 2 starters and drinks. Food was absolutely disgusting. Burgers were dry as assholes and laryped in slimey sauce. The cold brioche buns werent just soggy they were actually dripping wet. The lasagna was the saddest thing ive ever seen, i actually felt sorry for it, looked like it was cooked in the 90s and nuked back to life against its will. Drier than the Sahara, 80% meat, 10% cheese 10% pasta which was crunchy and had curled up the sides. It needed to be binned but somehow made it onto the plate and got served. Honestly rank. No one checked on how we were doing during our meal otherwise we would have sent it all back. Barely ate half of it. Toilets were grubby and floors were filthy. The place generally could do with a really good clean, everything's covered in a layer of grease and dust. They did ok with their Mexican sharing platter (chips, salsa, melty cheese and sour cream) but never again. Left hungry and got a kebab on the way home for dinner.
Katie Parr . 2024-10-12
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Our first visit here. Lovely food, friendly staff, reasonable prices We will be back
John Appleby . 2024-10-12
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Food very good selection cooked to perfection clean plates all round fantastic service very helpfull nice and cosy friendly pub
Jackie Warner . 2024-10-06
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Visited friends and they booked a table at this establishment. Had the pie, nice and tasty, good size, together with a good size portion of mash and veg. Other people all had good sized portions. The two staff members that dealt with us were very friendly and attentive. Will definitely return when visiting our friends again.
Kevin Wheeler . 2024-10-04
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The 'Check Back' was perfect... Unfortunately, it was for the replacement adults meal... "Is everything alright with your meal, sir? Can I get you anything, apple sauce?" When I said, "Everythings fine." I was actually saying I was now eating alone as my food was returned because you served it with cold gravy. I wanted to say the potatoes tasted as if they were cooked last week and had been kept warm since... (The skill of making roast potatoes with hard centres without a crispy skin is applaudable...) The leeks were gritty and far too chewy... Though the 'replacement' meal was flooded with 'hot' gravy, it didn't hide the carrot and parsnip I had bitten when they were first served. Finally, I was passing with my daughter to stay in Kent for the night and decided to pick you over a Chef & Brewer... The fact you served my meal cold and then left me to eat alone will never be good in anyone's book. BTW, the child's meal, though a good concept, it definitely was not worth £7.50. The Adults Roast Pork at £16.95, could have been worth it if it had been cooked properly and initially served hot. The overall service was not good... I was only offered apple sauce on the returned meal with no 'Check Back' on the initial meal or my daughters meal...
Harry and Isabelles Dad . 2024-09-30
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Fantastic pub. Food was great, beer even better what a great all round boozer.
Steve Marples . 2024-09-29
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Overall loved this pub very friendly staff and extremely yummy food
Ember Rayner . 2024-09-07
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Nice pub. Sat outside as it was a warm sunny day. My friend's steak looked nicely cooked and he thoroughly enjoyed it. However, I chose the lasagne which was very dry and lacked the zippy, tangy flavour lasagne is famed for.
Helen Campbell . 2024-09-05
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Chloé made all the arrangements for my mum's wake a few weeks ago. She was very friendly, helpful and efficient. Chloé's colleague Izzy made sure that we were well looked after on the day with plenty of food as well as friendly and efficient service. Thank you ladies!
John McHutchison . 2024-08-17
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We stopped here whilst passing through and ordered a sharing platter with side salad. There was a good selection of ales and the food was very high quality. We will be back if we pass through again!
John Young (DiggyWig) . 2024-08-12
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Lovely pub never been there before but had a good meal at a good price
Stewart Woodruff . 2024-08-09
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Warm friendly staff, guid food, it was a pleasant atmosphere, family friendly pub!
Stephen Mann . 2024-07-26
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I have been here for food at lunchtime on several occassions before todays visit. I must say that each time it has been an enjoyable experience and a pleasure to return again. The atmosphere, decor, cleanliness and food are all excellent. The staff are friendly, efficient and quick to respond without hovering around while eating. There is a modern menu with classic dishes, vegan choices and a good selection from main meals to sharing platters. Reasonable prices given the high quality of the food. Outdoor seating area in the garden which overlooks the fields towards St Margarets church and West Farleigh. Free car park with hard surface but on a slight slope in parts. Wheel chair access into the pub. Dog friendly both inside the bar area and the garden. Recommend this place.
Debbie Geeves . 2024-07-17
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Pub and restaurant with garden area. The inside was nice and cool on a hot day and the seating looked comfortable. Outside is a garden with a covered area which is where I sat. The grass in the garden was overdue for a cut and looked a little ropey. I ordered some nachos which came out to me very quickly. It looked a little plonked on the plate but was a fair sized position and the taste was ok,if anything a little more cheese would have been nice. There is a good selection of drinks and I liked that my Old Mout berries and cherries even came with some berries in the glass and lots of ice which was very refreshing. The staff I came across all had a pleasant manner. I used the toilets and they were clean. The pub has a decent sized car park and there is no charge for parking.. I've driven past at the weekends and noticed the pub is often packed so it's clearly doing some good things
W W Howe . 2024-06-25
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Haven't eaten there, but their is such a lovely atmosphere, it just feels friendly and relaxed. Can take dogs in, which is great. Nicely decorated, clean facilities. Lots of parking.
Debbie Willett . 2024-06-23
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Love this pub and the food is great
Brian Marshall . 2024-06-16
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Just stopped in for a drink in the middle of a long walk, friendly staff and relaxing atmosphere, highly recommend.
Dave Coates . 2024-05-26
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Food was delicious staff were great and smiley. Lovely beer garden dogs welcome.
Helen Thompson . 2024-05-06
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We went here as there wasn't any places in Maidstone for a table all fully booked. The Bull had a very nice table for us, very welcoming, very friendly and we had freshly cooked fish (Haddock) and chips and garden peas. Delicious. There were plenty of other options on the menu to choose from. Will definitely go again.
Glenis Bryant . 2024-05-03
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Lovely food. Good atmosphere. Although not everything on the menu was available
Amanda Martin . 2024-04-27
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Food good staff helpful, not alot for vegetarian shame
Christine matthews . 2024-02-29
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Wow! Where do I begin… popped in looking for a Sunday roast dinner and ooh boy I wasn’t ready for what arrived! The portion was huge and definitely filled me up after trekking through the hills and orchards. It tasted divine I couldn’t believe it. I’ll be bringing all my friends and family. Thanks for a wonderful experience!
Chuks . 2024-02-19
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Fantastic food, warm atmosphere and very hard working staff
Rocky Spence . 2024-02-13
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Lovely pub great local nice atmosphere
Stuart Milne . 2024-01-27
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recommend for your Sunday roast, the Beef was totally amazing. Friendly staff, fast service, perfect atmosphere, cant get any better than that.
Simon . 2023-12-19
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Lovely pub with a friendly atmosphere. Great service and good menu. Food - excellent
maidstone10 . 2023-11-20
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Lovely pub, didn't eat this time but have eaten here before. Good value for money. Service with a smile and reasonable choice of drinks.
Kim Hedley . 2023-11-08
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Popped in for a drink on way home from eating elsewhere so can't rate the food but from previous visits it has always been very good. Staff very friendly, nice atmosphere, worth a visit.
Tim Groves . 2023-11-05
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Nice friendly pub staff. Plenty of seating and good selection of drinks. Nice menu. Eaten here a few times and always tasty. Had another good meal and drinks today. Best local pub in the area.
David Terry . 2023-10-11
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Returned to the Bull after a break as not previously impressed with former owners but I am very impressed with new manager, excellent place to eat and enjoy the atmosphere... definitely going back!!
SIMON RICHARDSON . 2023-10-07
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Love this place lovely food great service and very nice garden, will definitely return!
Craig Piercy . 2023-10-03
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Had a lovely meal with my husband, lovely service, food and clean Highly recommend and cannot wait to visit again 😀
Lauren Smith . 2023-09-17
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Lovely pub, friendly and welcoming staff, great beer garden and dog friendly. Definitely be back
Theresa Burns . 2023-09-17
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Food was ok. Chicken roast was nice, nothing special. 14.95 my partner had the lasagne, was very very dry, no sauce at all. The waiter was kind enough to offer us free desert which was kind, my Eaton mess was very nice but unfortunately my partner was left disappointed again when her chocolate brownie and ice cream came out with the ice cream already half melted, the bowl was very warm, assuming the brownie was warmed up in the micro. Was inedible for her... we was offered a replacement but shed had enough. Upon paying the bill at the bar I was made to feel as though I was trying to pull a fast one with the bill as I was not prepared to pay for the food we did not eat as previously discussed with the manager. However the bearded man behind the bar thought he knew more than I did about the food that he never even saw. Not the relaxed meal I had hoped for. Seemed a shame as I had heard good things. Maybe just bad luck who knows.
Martin Donnelly . 2023-09-12
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Although I've given 5 stars because of the friendly staff and nice restaurants. I must say that my dinner, I had the chicken curry that was lacking any body in the sauce and seems to be mainly vegetables. My other diners had a lovely dinner.
Dave Watts . 2023-09-01
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Edge of town pub with good beers and service. Food is old fashioned pub grub, could do with some creativity. Huge garden for kids and dogs. Plenty of parking.
alwyn whitlock . 2023-08-30
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Nice place for a quick bite at excellent price
Mark Whitley . 2023-08-16
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Always enjoy our evenings at the Bull. Lovely pub, with a nice garden area which keeps the sun until sunset. Staff are all super friendly, helpful and efficient. Food is always great - the steak pie is definitely my favourite! Reasonably priced too. However, absolutely gutted to see they no longer do the biscoff cheesecake!! This was always to die for!
Katie S . 2023-08-10
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Ein typisch englischer Pub, mit kleiner aber sehr feiner Karte. Das Essen war hervorragend und preislich vollkommen in Ordnung. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Anna-Regine Pavely . 2023-08-08
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This place is epic. Friendliest staff ever. The landlord is a huge character, which just adds to the great atmosphere. Great beers, cracking food and really nice clientel. My favourite pub in Maidstone.
James Axton . 2023-08-06
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Met with friends for a drink. Lovely place.
Gail Johnson . 2023-07-24
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Staff stood and watched me struggling to get through the door with my pram. A customer then came to help. First impressions count, this automatically put me off returning.
Tiffany Reece . 2023-07-09
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A real lost opportunity, the food is ok, not exceptional just ok. The service was just lackluster and the place was grubby
Tim R . 2023-07-06
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Nice place, lovely beer garden. The only moan, is that the food is quite expensive, but everything is these days.
Diane White . 2023-07-02
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Nice pub .friendly staff and good food
Peter Obrien . 2023-06-28
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Only been there during the day/early evening for food. It is a lovely pub with a good atmosphere inside. Food is amazing and reasonably priced. Friendly staff and will always try to accommodate. My only gripe is the door that leads into the restaurant is always kept open so the smokers smell from the beer garden gets inside so when you are eating it does not make for a very pleasant experience.
Simon Meredith . 2023-06-27
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Lovely pub, staff very attentive. We both order the steak,ale,horseradish pie, with mash and veg my friend had chips. We were both very disappointed the pastry on the pie was rock hard, and the veg were too hard you could even eat it .
Wendy Connolly . 2023-06-22
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Good food, ordered at the bar. A little long in waiting but that wasn't too bad as the quality is good. Was there on a Saturday afternoon, nice large outside area. Reasonable prices.
mingo286 . 2023-06-17
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Lovely lunch will come back and sit in the garden next time
Nicola Johnson . 2023-06-01
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Fantastic service and staff, good food.
Leanne Askew . 2023-06-01
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Popped in for lunch, not too busy. Good size beer garden, safe area for todlers. Food was very good, very tasty and well presented. Beer very good. Friendly and helpful staff. Basically very impressed and very happy. Thank you.
Simon . 2023-05-25
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Excellent food and value for money we had the Scampi and Hunters Chicken access to the areas a little awkward for disabled persons not insurmountable this refers to the location of the toilets so decide beforehand upper level for easy access or a walk if lower level or outside is selected loved it in the garden would go again
Adrian Morrisson . 2023-05-21
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This is what I call pub grub and its gorgeous
Phil Doncaster . 2023-05-03
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Beers are rather annoyingly always 'coming soon' so limited choice. Food is pretty good and a big garden.
Warren Pickering . 2023-04-29
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Great place to eat, especially if you have allergies and take the dogs along! Best pub burger I have had in a long time. Thanks for looking after us. Especially my dally and the waving jack russell!
Kate Faulkner . 2023-04-21
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Always great food and service at this place.
Nick Beal . 2023-04-18
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Lovely atmosphere, cosy, busy on a Saturday afternoon, just what I like in a proper pub. Lovely staff. Let me sample a bitter to aid my choice which was a nice touch. Good snack selection. Will be visiting again.
Estelle Thatcher . 2023-04-15
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Great place to stay and a big beer garden at the back.
Robert Thomas . 2023-04-14
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Nice pub with a garden.After lunch you could walk down the hill to the river
David Warren . 2023-04-12
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Excellent service great food good value real ale definitely worth a visit
Keith Delves . 2023-04-09
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Last minute booking Sunday roast, it was excellent fantastic portions , great staff, really made it a pleasant way to spend a Sunday, can’t wait to return and try the rest of the menu, thank you
Mark Mchenry . 2023-03-26
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Lovely food and great service We will definitely go back
Helen Carroll . 2023-03-25
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Took my daughter here , great food , great atmosphere.
Matt Mayatt . 2023-03-20
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Great local pub. Lovely food. Very clean and staff are excellent. Highly recommended
Kieron Fosher . 2023-03-15
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Really nice pub.. Enjoyed popping for a drink
Boo . 2023-03-15
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Fantastic food, great atmosphere within a traditional village pub. dog friendly with a spacious patio & garden to the rear. Ideal for celebrating and friends so i've booked up for my 50th birthday gathering.
Dan Schopman . 2023-03-14
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Lovely pub. Very friendly staff. Really enjoyed our visit.
Tristan Arnold . 2023-03-06
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Lovely food with excellent service will be going back. Very pleased.
Peter Everest . 2023-02-23
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Stopped on the off chance they would have a free table for Sunday lunch today at 2.30pm They did. Very polite helpful & efficient staff. The food was good hot and nice portion sizes. The place was clean and tidy. Will be going back again in the summer. Thank you Leah.
Susan Paine . 2023-02-12
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Friendly and efficient service. Very tasty scampi and chips - freshly cooked and delivered promptly. Menu contained offerings to suit all tastes. Pleased to note that there were not many empty tables and the adult clientele was of all ages.
Susan Fluck . 2023-02-09
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Really amazing - such tasty food, great portions, really fresh and such friendly and welcoming staff. We went twice after a baby class nearby for lunch - a large group of mum's and babies and they were so kind and accommodating. The food was absolutely outstanding, can't wait to return, such a great experience both times.
Robyn Asolo . 2023-02-04
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Good food and service is always good. Reasonably priced too
Joshua Gillespie . 2023-02-04
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Can't fault the food best scampi and chips I have had for a very long time
debbie mcardell . 2023-02-01
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After a coffee morning at the Muggleton in Maidstone my father, his partner and I headed to the Bull at Barming for a spot of lunch and a beverage. Currently from Monday to Thursday there is a half price offer on the food. My father had one of his favourites - scampi and chips. His partner - small steak and chips and I sampled the fish and chips. Delicious is an understatement ! - we all agreed and these three meals came to under £19. Washed down with a pint of Proper Job, combined with the pleasant atmosphere this all made for a great experience and we're sure to return to sample other things from the menu.
glenn massey . 2023-01-27
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Lovely place. Good food and relaxed atmosphere.
Marc Lemezma . 2023-01-20
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Always great, good choice of beers and good value food, staff always welcoming.
ian palin . 2023-01-19
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Nice pub with some good food options. Recommended
jck p . 2023-01-15
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The Bull is a great pub - family friendly, nice atmosphere, great food and drink and the prices are very reasonable.
Rupert Reid . 2023-01-13
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Good service, and reasonably good food. Had a very tasty steak pie, lots of tender meat but the pastry was hard, possibly overworked and overcooked. Otherwise, very good and would go back.
Grace Slade . 2023-01-09
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Always great value and good food! Great for dogs aswell!
Lewis Howard . 2023-01-06
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Had a full breakfast good place to meet up with friends 😊
Joanne Ferdinando . 2023-01-02
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Great food. Serves real ale. Separate dining area.
Helen Webb . 2022-12-31
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Couldn't fault it, very clean, good waitress and food was spot on
The Mozart Thug . 2022-12-31
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Decided to stop here for lunch, l'm not a fussy eater and eat most things, i ordered hunters chicken, but unfortunately I couldn't eat the chicken, it was very dry and rubbery, and my husbands pie crust was very hard, but the meat inside was nice. I can only assume ume spent too long in the microwave
Maureen Zakrzewski . 2022-12-22
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Friendly staff with fairly good service and good value for money. We had pre-booked from the Christmas menu. Food was a bit bland. Cheese board was great but confused by the toast and not crackers.
Frederique Posnette . 2022-12-15
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Contemporary style pub with good typical pub menu and range of ales. Entertaining quiz on Thursday night.
Michael Day . 2022-12-14
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Excellent pub, dog friendly with a great atmosphere and brilliant food
Nikolas Haros . 2022-12-13
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Recommended to come here as family visiting from Barbados. 5 of the meals were cold. 2 hours before deserts arrived. Very disappointing and not attentive service. Wont be back in a hurry.
kim ennever . 2022-12-13
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Lovely place. Staff so polite and helpful. Nice food but I thought menu quite limited.
Jamie Gatward . 2022-12-11
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Very nice pub, good food and excellent waitress service.
Andrew . 2022-12-07
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Great pub with a fantastic choice of Gin's.
Steve Coates . 2022-11-30
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We have popped into the Bull a few times for dinner and always been pleased so we booked to have their festive menu on Saturday absolutely delicious the food was wonderful and good size portions. We weren't rushed, the staff were very friendly and welcoming we will definitely be back. I highly recommend the Bull thank you 😊
Gill Kemp . 2022-11-28
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Nice family pub. Nice food, friendly staff, always has a nice atmosphere
Hannah Pearson . 2022-11-19
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Lovely beer garden, food & service
Ade Rowswell . 2022-11-13
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