The Black Bull Hotel Restaurant in Craven

Good pub menu and on the whole food very good. I had a problem with one element of mine but staff reacted brilliantly to resolve it. Great friendly customer service

Great spot in the centre of town nice food and drink and service friendly welcome I would defo recommend for great meal personally I would try the curry

Amazing Sunday Roast, Will defo be back! Came up with family, had 4 beef and cauliflower cheese all delivered in 15mins. Tender beef and a proper roast. Will be back again one of the best food places in Bentham!

Fantastic, home cooked Sunday lunch! All fresh and not a frozen Aunt Bessie's in sight! We enjoy the Sunday lunch almost every week and it's always consistently good. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. Fantastic pub.

Rude staff unacceptable menu choice asked for 2 fish could not accommodate so then asked for Sunday roast to be served what was ment to be homecooked a frozen yorkshire pudding and auntie Bessie's roast potatos

Fantastic food and great atmosphere. We were made to feel very welcome, especially the dog. We ate there most days, the food was brilliant, home cooked and delicious. We’ll definitely be back.

Sunday lunch was exceptional. Really friendly staff. Owner went above and beyond to meet our needs. Absolutely fabulous 😀

This is the 2nd time we’ve eaten here this year. The staff are lovely welcoming and attentive. The locals seem lovely & proud of their pub! The beer was outstanding, the landlord let me try all the ‘hand pull’ Thwaites, really very good pint of Original, I had I think 5? The food was the best pub food we’ve had for a long time. The Halloumi fries were just fabulous. We also had burgers, Hunters Chicken & Fish & Chips. All very good portions, hot and delicious. Thank you so much & we will be back!

After reading good reviews thought I'd try it for food .stayed at local caravan Park and visited on wife's bday, Sept 13th. My Burger was disgusting, both of them burnt to hell, wife's steak was my medium not medium rare, garlic bread ok, chips ok

Wonderful food at a good price. A local, family friendly pub that allows dogs, with attentive staff and an easy going atmosphere.

For a start the pub is NOT in Brookhouse it's High Bentham. Went with a couple of friends for dinner. We had two sirloin steaks that were excellent, cooked as we liked it, very reasonable price too, triple cooked chips. Home made onion rings. Roy and his team have got it spot on will be back. Would be nice to have a greater choice of beers, but overall excellent.

Great pub grub, friendly efficient service. Food lovely, fresh, hot and served with a smile x drinks reasonable tto. Lovely friendly pub

Booked for a special birthday, 10 adults ,3 children Sunday 2nd April ' 23. Excellent food and service Thanks

Nothing was too much trouble - in fact the main bar was "closed" on a Saturday night and allocated just for the party. The food that was laid on was excellent and many people commented how tasty it was. There was deliberately only background music and this worked well (after Covid was lessening) so people could chat. The price for event was very reasonable. I would thoroughly recommend the venue, staff and atmosphere!

I think it's good that they don't try to over-complicate things, but still have a few interesting options. The beef stew was very nice and a bit different to mainstream dishes. I don't think they overcomplicate things though and that is good; more like pubs and pub food used to be. A good meal at a reasonable price.

Family holiday in nearby caravan site went to the black bull most days very friendly staff nothings a problem to them very dog friendly( see photo 😁) food very nice and good price would defo go back if in area. thank you all for making us welcome.

So, the food is good, but we are not impressed this evening. We ordered a meat feast pizza, there was no pepperoni, we said that was ok, then they said we couldn’t order a meat feast as there was no Cajun Chicken! That was fine, right up to the point when the locals on the next table received a Cajun Chicken Hanging Kebab, just as we were finishing our meal! Disappointing!

Used this pub many times for a meal over last 3 years. Always thought food was good quality and reasonable priced. But last 2 visits seems to have gone down. Quite often certain items not available, and twice have ordered pie which has always been lovely, sadly not anymore, they have been heated in microwave and become rock hard and the filling burnt to a crisp. also hubbie had fish and chips, again poor quality. frozen chips, and peas, and greasy fish. seems like they have changed suppliers. Needs to improve. otherwise will lose custom.

The Black Bull serves generous portions of very well cooked pub grub at reasonable prices. We thoroughly enjoyed Lasagne and "hanging kebabs" that appeared to be freshly prepared and cooked to order. Staff were very friendly and efficient, and also made our border collie very welcome. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and will return.

We had lunch here on our arrival in Bentham. The menu was immense, prices very reasonable too. I enjoyed the Thwaites beers. Service was good, the portions very generous. It was a pity we didn't eat there again.

We called in here for some lunch after being directed by someone local who said the food was really good. Nice welcoming atmosphere on arrival, they clearly have a regular clientele who were in there who were more than happy to give us directions for a more picturesque walk back to our campsite. Very friendly. I had the Stew Pot which was absolutely delicious, not an ounce of fat to be seen on the beef. My partner had the hanging kebab which was again absolutely delicious. Highly recommended for food, we will be back.

Always a warm welcome at the Black Bull, and this family run pub has a fabulous atmosphere. Have previously enjoyed the hanging kebabs but they have topped it with a ‘Sharing Kebab’. Something a little bit different but a whole lot better. Make sure your hungry before you order one, but you will not be disappointed. It was absolutely delicious and worth every penny!

Great Sunday lunch!Booked here and felt safe with details taken, sanitised tables and menus. Had the regular Sunday lunch which was huge and the beef was so tender. Definitely had the best mash potato I think I have ever tasted. Would recommend. Little car park out the back too if you can’t park on main road. Definitely worth a visit.

Always a warm welcome from Andy, Carol & Nic at the Black Bull. Always a great atmosphere and social distancing works really well. Andy is an excellent chef and the food is delicious. Hanging kebabs, hunters chicken are great. Tonight we had giant Yorkshire pud filled with liver and onions - home cooked and delicious! So glad they had some left tonight and no wonder it is so popular! Highly recommended, we will definitely be eating here again!

Andy and his wife are great hosts, although this was the first time we have stayed overnight at the Bull we have had many nights there having drinks and meals, we have a lodge on Riverside caravan park but January & February the park closes. During Jan & Feb we always travel and check on our lodge and leave after an hour or two if everything is OK ready for the season to start 1st March. This time because we had been at a party in Blackpool Friday night and stayed over in Blackpool we thought we would make a weekend of it and stay in High Bentham and meet up with the many friends we have in the village. The Room we stayed in at the Bull was very clean and spacious, lots of hot water for a bath etc. TV good, bed comfy. The breakfast on Sunday morning was massive, everything you would want from cereal, FULL English, large pot of tea or coffee, toast, jams etc. presented beautifully at the time we requested 9.0 am, forgot to mention Saturday night meal again was excellent, we eat there regular through out the season. Both my wife and I would have no hesitation in recommending the Bull to stay, just eat or have a drink. We have stayed at another pub in the village once, won't name it but stay clear!Well done Andy & Carole for making us so welcome.............see you in March!

Would highly recommend food freshly cooked,great sized portions, excellent service and reasonable prices 👍😋

Great menu choice, freshly cooked and good sized portions, good value for money and service with a smile from the pleasant young lady behind the bar. What more could you ask for 👍😀🥂🍺🍽⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nice food and friendly staff. Have been here a few times for food, pub grill style menu with plenty of choice

Every time we are in the area we look forward going to the black bull for a meal the Sunday dinner is out of this world a good plate full and plenty of flavour, we have had other meals in the bull as well all been excellent, and always a warm welcome from the propierters

Popped in after a bracing 5 mile hike in the rain.Staff and customers very friendly and welcoming, pricing reasonable. Only loses a mark as I could not see any obvious cask ciders (draught only) which I feel is a shame, but definitely recommend a visit to anyone passing.This is a dog friendly pub.

We have not eaten here for about 5 years, we decided to try it as we had nothing in for our dinner. Sorry to say it’s not the best. I ordered Kebabs, they were dry and chips were not fresh potatoes they were frozen. My husband ordered burger which again was not fresh. Such a shame.

Clique-ish clientele make this a “don’t visit” establishment. Went once & won’t go again. Food ok, drinks ok. Atmosphere chilly.

Came in for breakfast was that good we came back for dinner.... We were greeted with friendly staff and punters... Had my pooch with us and she was made welcome as much as us... But have to say the food was magnificent excellent quality, gr8 taste and fantastic value... Highly recommended...

Once again the food in this place is wonderful. Sunday dinner IS home made plenty of it beef is so tender. It’s the best food we have ever had cannot fault the place. Landlord and landlady are lovely.Thankyou Black bull another wonderful meal Jim and Linda xx

Cycling the Way of the Roses, we stayed here B&B.; Friendly hosts (new owners, so ignore old trip advisor comments), interesting menu, very tasty food and well presented, although the interior of the pub is not as appealing as the outside yet. Large comfy bedrooms (one with a huge bathroom). Good value for money. Locked bike store.

We came here for food and drinks over the weekend and got a friendly welcome from the staff and locals. The food was delicious and very good portions! Had a great range of gins available too. Thank you for a great evening!

Staying here I also ate here simply because people said it was worth every penny, how true it was. Paid a lot more and got far less both with quantity, taste and service from far more well known establishments. Iff in the area well worth a visit, great beer also.

This is a typical English pub. Nothing fancy or attractive about the place but also nothing really bad can be said. I would not rush back here unless I was a local.

Rude staff and oppressive patrons. If you are not a regular, don’t bother... you’ll be treated about as welcome as a dose of the plague.

Myself and hubby enjoyed a Sunday roast at the black bull on Sunday.The food was absolutely fabulous.we have eaten here many times before while caravaning.But this Sunday bank holiday was a first.you definitely won't be disappointed the portions are massive and hot.spot on .coudnt manage a dessert.

Metimos en un domingo con la familia. No estábamos seguros de lo que sería como lo ha experimentado recientemente una nueva gestión, pero la comida era encantador. Tradicional asado los domingos. . . muchas. . . patatas asadas eran alucinantes! Servicio amable con una sonrisa y no podía hacer lo suficiente para nosotros. . Es una mejora que en lo masivo ha sido como en los últimos años! Sin duda volveremos!

Not a great experience. The place was awash with flashing lights like a disco. The landlady/bar lady could barely break a smile and the place was lacking atmosphere as it was almost empty. Overall, not a great experience. Probably won't return.

Como este pub es propiedad del hotel en la calle pensamos que sería tan bueno. Mal, la comida era horrible tardaron más de 30 minutos para hacer 2 hamburguesas. Cuando finalmente nos dieron la comida era horrible, el tocino y la carne de hamburguesa había sido tirado en el deepfryer y cremado, las patatas fritas de camote donde no preparado, pero las patatas fritas por patatas donde más de hecho. Seguro decir que no regresaremos de nuevo

Cena familiar antes había una banda. La comida era deliciosa. No es un servicio rápido (Me di cuenta de que alguien se había quejado de que), pero que demuestra las comidas son frescas y cocinados a la orden. Más bien vale la pena esperar.

Señora detrás del bar era bueno en el servicio, la comida pareció tomó 50 minutos en llegar para 4 platos principales con otra mesa esperando delante de nosotros. Cuando llegó la comida estaba bien.

Tuvimos el almuerzo de domingo hoy aquí. Estaba delicioso. . Puedo recomendar encarecidamente. . Jarra grande de salsa.. . maravilloso. Mejor comida de domingo en las edades y buena cerveza.

Ate here three nights running food really nice,staff were polite but not really welcoming,that is if you could gert near bar for the locals on stools pub didn't have much atmosphere apartf fron quiz night and that wasn't t really well organised a good place to eat then on to else where

Sándwiches de queso y pickle eran muy buenas y razonables selección de cervezas Parking un personal poco complicado era amable y tienen una buena conexión wifi

We've visited this pub twice in 2 years. The first time, we had a meal and we're overcharged by £20. Went through the bill with staff to no avail. The woman at the bar argued black was white and became quite aggressive. The meal was over an hour in arriving. No apology even when asking the waiting staff 3 times where the meals were. The second visit, we couldn't get to the bar (only drinks this time) as the locals set up their stools and refused to move, even holding seats which were empty! The bar lady was very snappy and served regulars before us. We didn't challenge anyone, drank up and left. Last visit!

The Bull has recently changed over hands and has slipped considerably, particularly with its food. This Pub used to be the Hub of Bentham with Jazz every other Monday night, a quiz for o my 50p (including a delicious supper and raffle!), And many more amazing events. Now Jazz only happens on the first Monday of the month and the Quiz's supper is now poor quality, players used to receive dishes like chilli or fish and chips but now expect to receive over cooked pasta with tinned tomatoes and burnt cheese. If you're not fussed about food or events and just want a drink: The Bull is affiliated with Thwaits brewery, and so are many other pubs in the area. Sadly unless there is an event on the atmosphere in the pub is dead. It's no longer anything special. Which is a true shame because it used to be a wonderful place to be!

Come to Bentham for a long weekend had beautiful food at reasonable Price. The chef actually brought it to our table with a big smile.

We visited twice whilst we were on holiday as it was that good! The staff are very friendly and the food is great. They have different specials to choose from, along with their current menu. We saw the chef leaving and complimented her on her wonderful food. It was great to know that it is locally sourced. Dogs are welcome too which is a bonus.

Ate here last night, very friendly place where well behaved dogs are welcome. Three mains, ice cream and a drink less than £40. Real home made chips and one of the best steaks I've had for ages. Parking pretty much outside after 6 making access for those with disabilities easier. Would eat there again and definitely recommend

Firstly, the lady who served us was polite and helpful the entire time we were there despite her being by herself and the pub being busy due to the lunch rush. I think she was the owner.I ordered the steak baguette, my mum ordered the tuna baguette And my daughter had sausages. We asked if we could change the mash and beans to chips and cucumber for my daughter, as she's quite picky, this was done with no problems. We waited about 20 minutes for food, which we didn't mind as like I previously stated, the lady serving was by herself and though rushed off her feet was still efficient. When I went to the bar, I had to wait a couple of minutes before being served as food was going out, but I was acknowledged and then apologised to also.I would recommend this as a place to eat. Thank you for your service and the food was fabulous and extremely well priced (£20 for 3 people)

We were staying in a caravan nearby for the weekend and although there are plenty of other places to eat, we came here 3 times! The first night my husband had a serloin steak, which he asked for blue, and for the first time in a long while, that's how it was served. Most steaks are served on a sizzling platter, as stated on the menu, but his came on a plate so it wasn't over - cooked. This was one of the main reasons we came back. The second night he had the same and it was just as well cooked. That and the amazing hand made chips! I had the surf and turf, which was lovely, and the fish pie the next night, which was amazing - packed full of fish in a tsty sauce. The kids' meals were great too, given rave reviews by my 2 kids. As for pudding, we tried most of them, all delicious. One of the locals we got talking to recommended the Sunday lunch, I'm glad we came back! We had a 3 meat roasts and they were all melt in the mouth. Mine are too old for high chairs, but we saw a few around. And I nearly forgot to mention the prices - I don't know how they do it! So reasonable. Guinness on draft, wine by the bottle or glass, good cider and the usual selection of other drinks. All in all, highly recommended and if we're ever in the area again, we'll be back! Thanks to all the staff for making us so welcome.

Stumbled over this place, what a find...Brilliant menu lots of choice. When it arrived it was scrumptious, home made and tasty. Great value for money. Kids menu good and food was fresh and tasty. Bar was well stocked with great choices including peroni and old mout cider alongside real ales. A little gem!!

Came here for lunch when we were in the area. Staff were nice but unfortunately after eating here something didn't agree with me and I was sick until my stomach was empty! I didn't eat anything else all day so it can only be eating here that made me sick so we won't be returning

Been here a few times during my stay in the area hoping things will change, clearly not. This particular time we put our order in to be told half an hour later they didn't have my meal. Fair enough they may have run out, but half an hour later!! Ordered something else to be waiting what seemed like an hour! Food was just what we expected in this establishment. Previous occasions receiving meals 20 minutes after the group of young people who seem to be very friendly with bar staff / waiting on staff even though we ordered way before they even came in the pub.

we visit regular as we have caravan local.food is excellent and good value at all times.staff freindly and efficient.local clientele chatty an humerous.well worth a visit as alk welcome .families dogs ..etc .brekkies lunch and suppers and snacks.sports tele for hubbies too.

This was our second time at the Black Bull Hotel and we were not disappointed. The food was excellent and plenty of it and the rooms were clean and tidy. My husband had the Bad Boy Burger it was huge and very tasteful. I had the Sirloin Steak and thoroughly enjoyed it. The staff were friendly and made us all welcome including our dog. We are going back in August.

We arrived in Bentham 7pm last night tired hungry and needing the loo having travelled a long way for the band we were with to play at the hogs and heifers just up the road. We knew the hogs would not be serving food so I went into the black bull to look at the menu and see what time they served till. While in there I used the loo and asked 3 lads at a table what the food was like. They said it was good and that the pub was still serving so I started to go outside to call to my husband to park up and come in. As I opened the door the people stood at the bar and the staff behind the bar shouted out an insult to me for using the loo. They must have thought I was leaving without buying anything. Anyone with any manners would have asked if they could help me and I would have told them that we were coming in to eat. When I told them what our intentions were the staff never said anything and the people near the bar thought it was funny! Needless to say we didn't eat there after all but at the coach house across the road where the staff were very friendly and the food was lovely! I cannot comment on the food at the Black Bull as we did not eat there.

We stay in Bentham frequently and have spent time in The Black Bull on most of those visits. The food is excellent, home cooked and plenty of it!! The pub is friendly and welcoming and all grub is such great value for money. Well worth a visit and would recommend.

Fantastic value! Very nice people working there and only £4.50 for full Sunday lunch. Roast beef was melt in the mouth. Will return.

Judging by the reviews of other people from this place, I must be wrong. We visited The Black Bull Hotel for food on 9th August - i think the local football team had just played a game because there was a little bit of a spread on for the lads. The local guide described The Black Bull as 'A Family Pub' - so we expected that it would be OK to take our 17 month old daughter here for dinner. I was enticed by the 'Home Made' text on so much of the menuService:- We asked at the bar if there was a table for 4+High Chair - the guy sat at the bar (who worked there (though it was debated by the lady behind the bar later when they had a rather public, albeit brief, snipe at each other)), indicated to a table behind us with his nose and just said 'That one's free', pretty poor show. Food was delivered on hot plates with no mention of this, including a hot plate being put within reaching distance of my daughter. Food:- I had the Surf & Turf, my wife wanted the Chicken pie but there was none left (at 6pm on a Saturday?!?) so ended up with the Ribs, my dad had the Steak Pie, mum had the chicken burger, and our little one had the fish fingers. It took 40 minutes for the food to arrive, which I can excuse if it's particularly busy or the food is of good quality (football lads had tailed off, and it wasn't good quality)Surf & Turf: i asked for my steak medium, i like it with a bit of blood in it. What I received was rather strange. A salad and a bowl of chips on a plate, and then my steak (topped with prawns) delivered on a Sizzler Plate - this is most weird and there's absolutely no need for it to occur. I cut into the steak and it was cooked beyond well done and dry. I admit, it would've been a beautiful cut of meat if the cook would've done it properly. I cook steak for friends and family on a regular basis and have no problem at all meeting their demands for cooking times. The prawns on top i think came out of a bag in a freezer, they were tiny (almost krill like), were mushy and only had the garlic butter taste to them. The chips were home cut, but over cooked and i could taste old oil on them. Ribs: they fell off the bone - but tasted shop bought (in fact, she said that they tasted like the ones we've had previously from Asda), again, served with the same chips and Salad as my steak, she wasn't impressed with the chips either.Steak & Ale Pie: i'd read reviews that this was more like a stew with a case, i thought it might've been a one off. The pie needs more thickness to it - he described the meat as chewy and unsavoury. He left most of it.Chicken Burger: What ARE you doing? This was 2 pieces of cheap reformed chicken in a batter, probably deep fried in the pub's frier - absolutely nothing in the way of quality. I'm not proposing that the place go all out and start making their own chicken burgers, but I get better from my local take-away for half the price. Finally, my daughter's Fish Fingers: well she loves fish fingers - we've tried her with numerous good brands and she always eats them - she didn't eat these, and when we tasted them we found them to be flavourless and akin to cheaper ones on the market.I fed this back to the waitress as she collected the plates, and received a 'Oh, i'll tell the chef' no apology or let me speak to the boss or anything like that.As we were getting ready to leave, we had to change my daughter's nappy - so my wife & mother went to the toilet where they found nothing for a baby change - the same applied in the gents. This coupled with the door to the main road, and the willingness to sit a toddler right next to it, i'd question whether or not this venue is 'Family Friendly' - they do have level access for push chairs, and there is spacious access around tables, and they have a high chair - but that is all they have for kids, that coupled with the swearing of the football lads..... i'd say it's not very family friendly at all.I've had better pub foods, in better environments and yes, they were independent pubs. Overall, I wasn't impressed, in fact I was very disappointed - so much promise, but not much delivered.

We were staying over the road from black bull but were told no food as chef off so we went over the road and are so glad we did...... Fabulous food, we were welcomed into the bar by lady called Sharon, we ordered our food and drinks and settled down, we weren't waiting long when our starters arrived.... Faultless! Then our mains came, absolutely yummy and again faultless, I have no idea how they can do the meals for what they charge as the food was delicious. Was so nice we returned the following evening for seconds!!!! Absolutely smashing place, very welcoming, delicious food, great atmosphere! I want to go back again!!

We have called in the Black Bull on a few occasions and eaten there twice,both times we have had excellent food served by polite helpful staff.This time we were a party of three.All had something different ,all served hot and the food was of good quality.There are a wide range of drinks at the bar served by efficient bar staff.There is plenty of room inside the pub for prams and wheelchair access and easy access to toilets.There is also a snooker table in the far corner of the pub which is always popular and a couple of fruit machines for a fluter along one wall.This is still a pub rather than a retaurant and has kept away from appearing like a canteen.I love the atmosphere.

Friendly and very attentive staff. Plenty of room for pram/wheelchair access. The pub is very clean, has a nice selection of good beer and excellent value for money for a good feed. Best pub in Bentham for the whole family

Having eaten (?) in the Horse & Farrier, the previous evening we moved on here, thinking it couldn't be any worse. To start was excellent homemade soup. I then had pork ribs with chips, meat fell off the bone. They were first class. Also nice bottle of reasonably priced wine. First class food, dreadful surroundings and decor.

It's better inside than you'd expect from the outside. We visited on "Steak Night" - but they ran out of steaks. The home-made steak and ale pie with crispy chips and a couple of veg, was one of the best. (they called it a pie, but I'd call it a casserole with a pastry lid. Anyway, it was good to eat, whatever it was called.) They serve the fantastic Thwaites Wainwright beer too. The only downside is that there are few, if any, seats where you can avoid the TVs.

Scampi for the kids, a juicy rare steak for me and Beef and Ale pie for husband - all with lovely home made chips and all very very delicious! Couldn't fault it for pub grub - served with a smile in pleasant surroundings. Would go there again.

Visited with friends and had a great meal. This is good quality local produce and great value. A traditional Sunday lunch main course was only £4.50!! with a choice of meat. I can recommend the roast beef and a friend had the pork which again was really good. We enjoyed so much that we returned for an evening meal later in the week and had the rack of ribs and rib eye steak with hand cut chips cooked in beef dripping - highly recommended. Enjoyed this pub/restaurant so much we can't wait to visit again when next in the area.

Went on KGB deal bought for a Xmas gift. Me and my boyfriend stayed two nights here. Our room was huge and very clean. Breakfast was amazing lots to choose from. Staff were friendly and made us feel very welcomed. I would stay here again and recommend anyone to.

Visited on a Tuesday " Posh Nosh Night" with special menu - one course £10.95, 2 courses £14.95 or 3 courses £17.95. A good range of approx 5 starters , 6 mains & 4 puds.The staff were all very friendly,; tables nicely set with white table cloths & food good well presented. There were plenty of locals in for evening.It is still very definitely a pub rather than a restaurant but they certainly made a great effort to attract business & deserve to do well.My only criticism was the lack of wine choice - the only dry white was a Chardonnay. They don' t need an extensive wine list just a Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon blanc as well.Will visit again when in the area

Had the Hunters chicken here for lunch the other day.Served with home made chips and fresh salad an absolute steal at £10.00 including a pint.There is also an offer for 2 meals for £6.00.For a freshly cooked meal with homemade chips this place can't be beaten for the price.