The Black Bull Hotel in Stirling

Food was excellent standard and great prices for the fantastic quality. Seats were not so comfy in the bar but food, pleasant staff and friendly and warm look to the pub made up for it.

We are usually in Aberfoyle quite a bit passing through and we asked for a new Restuarant recommendation and the Black Bull came up so we made our first visit on Sunday and what a lovely pub, disabled friendly and lovely warm welcoming locals who I believe own it, fantastic, who can't be impressed. So we got a table to order dinner and my husband ordered his usual which was soup then steak pie (he measures pubs by this) and I had the Mushroom, Walnut and Mushroom Bolognaise with Garlic Bread both were winners and if you haven't tried this Veggie Bolognaise then it's a must. Lovely way to end our travels and sad to leave the lovely atmosphere and the bar staff who were so lovely, we'll see you again

We were staying at Cobleland Campsite and came along for an early tea. Lovely service, food hot and tasty. Thoroughly enjoyed it all and would make it a definite if camping nearby again.

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I booked a table in the restaurant for dinner, midweek. The dining room is lovely, but all the plants are fake, and the candles on the table are fake. Most of the tables were empty so there was not much atmosphere. Service was slow, the waitress took a while to take our order and it took a long time for our main course to arrive. I had beer battered haddock, the batter was soggy and the fries were like cardboard. The dessert (chocolate brownie) was much better.

We returned for another overnight stay following a great time a year ago - we were not disappointed. This time we had a bigger room - Super King - it was really spacious - the bed was enormous and so comfy - the decor very tasteful and the shower room smart. Dinner was delicious - would highly recommend the Salmon & Prawn Tagliatelle. Cheeseboard with a choice of 3 cheeses more than enough for 2 people. Breakfast - all cooked to order and served at a time you choose from the evening before - lots of top ups of tea & coffee. Bar - lovely cozy space with a warm fire. Well set up gantry with a wide choice of drinks - not overly expensive. Good atmosphere - even though it is a village pub and used a lot by the locals we were not made to feel like outsiders. Staff - attentive, helpful and friendly - what more could you ask for. Hope to return next Spring !

We had a great stay here and would thoroughly recommend it. Our room was lovely and the staff very attentive. We enjoyed a drink in the bar and dinner in the restaurant, I can’t fault either. Breakfast was good too.

Well hadnt ever been here ! Albeit have know about this cosy wee pub for ages! What can I say my overnight stay was amazing from friendly staff, locals and amazing meal and breakfast . My room was just fab and I didn't want to leave today! I cannot wait to return. Nothing is too much trouble for everyone here xx warm and friendly xx I'll be over again soon ! Thankyou .

This was the worst place to go for a meal. The food was tasteless and not worth the prices they charge, staff need to learn customer service. Left in a wee room while the locals domineering the bar. Won't be back.

We stopped at the Black Bull on route to the highlands, in mid January. We had a really nice experience, the story of the pub being restored by the community was fantastic. We had a comfortable room, no issues. We ate in the bar, the welcome from staff and locals was lovely. Roaring fire good food and company. Would definitely stay again. Only tip for January, put the heating on from 6 rather than 7. Great breakfast too.

In rural Scotland in a very small community a perfect hide out with 6 very comfortable and clean rooms with perfect breakfast and dinner possibilities and a very friendly and cooperative staff. Such a relief and difference from other Inn’s. Highly recommended 👍👍

We went as we're staying in the area and had heard good things. Overall very happy with our experience with a nice atmosphere and decor. The staff were very friendly. My only slight gripe is that I didn't quite get what I asked for in that o asked for my steak medium rare and it was medium well, so quite far from my preference. I also asked for apple tart with cream and was given ice cream. Neither of these were massive issues just a slight annoyance as the correct orders were on our receipt but had not been followed. Mind, I didn't mention anything at the time so there was no opportunity for the establishment to correct. I didn't mention this because despite being slightly incorrect, the food was still delicious. The steak was very good and would have been amazing if cooked less. The apple tart was loaded with sweet cinnamon and was really delicious.

Food was absolutely disgusting, I ordered macaroni (which I would say is an easy meal for a chef to make) all it tasted of was mustard- couldn’t even taste the cheese. I went back and ordered a different meal as it was that bad and the second meal was just as disgusting- so I didn’t eat either! The older woman behind the bar was incredibly rude and ignorant, she actually bullied the young girl and spoke to her like she was a bit of dirt. The young girl was kind and helpful - unlike the older woman. Whoever owns this pub should genuinely be embarrassed and should just shut the doors.

Brilliant food and very tasty chef specials! Great service and lovely evening had. Will be back soon to try more on the menu!

Booked in for an Itison overnight stay which included full breakfast, chocolates and a welcome drink. From the minute we walked through the front doors of the hotel we felt so at home - the staff are wonderful - nothing too much bother and make you so welcome. Room - lovely boutique style with an amazing bathroom and great shower. Bar - dog friendly with a warming fire in the hearth. Good choice of drinks and cocktails. Some places you go to you feel a bit of an outsider especially if it is a small village. This place is the opposite - as it is community run the staff and locals actually care about the service and impression they give to visitors. Restaurant - a lovely set out room - tables not too close together. Ask for a table overlooking the countryside - the views are amazing ! Not a huge menu but something to cater for all tastes. I was especially impressed that you can get a smaller portion of some meals. I had the smaller steak pie, potatoes and veg and it was more than ample for me. My hubby had the beef burger which he said was really tasty. We finished off with the cheeseboard for one - when it came I told the waitress we only wanted to share and didn’t want the cheeseboard for two - she said “ that is the board for one” - wow what an amount and choice - brilliant value ! Would definitely recommend the Black Bull, Gartmore !

We have booked all of the rooms in the hotel for family for our wedding this summer, so I decided to surprise my fiance with an overnight for his birthday in December to try out what the Bull offered! I grew up in the village, but haven’t lived there for well over 30 years, The Bull to me was somewhere I passed as a kid but had never been in! It features in an episode of Taggart (“Compensation”) where the rooms look tired and really dated……..my goodness what a transformation there has been since then! The rooms are large, beds are enormous (and comfy), and even though you are upstairs from the bar I could hear absolutely no noise at all, so much so that in the morning when we saw other guests at breakfast we were quite surprised as with it being December, we thought we were the only ones staying! As it was my fiance’s birthday, I had booked us dinner, he had steak and I had beef bourginon……….oh, my, God……..what a plateful! Absolutely delicious food and beautifully presented. I had a couple of cocktails which were good too ;-) The only thing that felt a bit uncomfortable was that we were the ONLY customers eating in the restaurant (which was beautifully done up for Christmas, so homely). There was no atmosphere and I felt a little bit guilty about having a chef and a waitress working for what seemed to be just us :-( The meal wasnt cheap, but it was worth the money for a birthday treat. We would have been just as comfortable eating our food in the bar, probably more so rather than taking up the whole restaurant just for us. Breakfast, wow! Several other guests finishing theirs as we went down so that was nice to see. I always worry about small and local businesses and their recovery after COVID, Gartmore is a bit off the beaten track and has already lost its community run village shop recently. Anyway, I digress! Breakfast, wow! So much delicious food (which you select the night before so it is ready for you when you come down at your chosen time) it barely all fit on the table! Cooked to perfection, delicious coffee too ;-) All in all, I highly recommend The Bull for a wee overnight stay, so many lovely walks around the village and surrounding areas, a great wee place to base yourself. Really looking forward to our wedding in July now knowing my guests are in very safe hands!

Really nice atmosphere in the restaurant, we stayed here also and ate in the restaurant both nights, really good food.

Visited having got an Itison voucher at Xmas . Great hotel , room was excellent including comfy bed . Had a meal in restaurant , great food . In general just a nice relaxed atmosphere and oh so quiet . Excellent breakfast before we left too . All the staff were extremely friendly and that was very much appreciated . Community run and we wish them all the best going forward . A lot of history in this place . Thanks to all of you we met at the Black Bull and we will return.

An expensive disappointment, the much publicised roast dinner was sparse, dry meat,the only veg were 2/3 carrots/parsnips, dry roast potatoes, poor effort of a Yorkshire pudding, waiting staff inexperienced and unhelpful, we’ve tried before and the food/service has just not improved, other much friendlier pubs nearby with great food/craic, this is just not one of them

Went for a meal at the Black Bull Gartmore. Set in a quaint village in the Trossachs National Park. Meal was fantastic. Had Steak supplied by local award winning butcher :-) Served by friendly staff. Would highly recommend. We will be back soon.

Great location for exploring loch Lomond. Staff went out if their way to help us. We arrived late after kitchen had closed. We were offered a selection of sandwiches which we really appreciated. Rooms were amazing, comfortable and clean. Breakfast was also good. We had...

A limited menu of very good food. We were all very impressed by our meals. We had booked - but when we arrived they weren’t ready for us and hadn’t set up the tables from someone’s afternoon tea. We were kept waiting in a corridor...

Visited for the evening whilst staying nearby. Had food in the restaurant then drinks in the bar and highly recommend both. Friendly atmosphere, nice decor, attentive staff and fantastic food. Keep doing things just as you are as it's a great little place.

Looking for somewhere to eat, saw a sign for the Black Bull, 1 mile down the road, turned out to be considerably further though! Nearly turned back a couple of times but carried on and so glad that we did! Lovely old drivers inn, nice...

Went for the Valentines date night with set menu. The atmosphere was exactly what we wanted- candles, rose petals, pianist in the corner, Prosecco with a strawberry as we walked in. The food was amazing - a la carte standard and the servers were polite,...

We are here both nights of our stay and we honestly could not fault it. The food was outstanding and beautiful presented. My rib eye steak was the best I’ve had in a long time with proper chips, a big juicy mushroom and baby tomatoes...

We arrived and we’re really excited with a relaxed atmosphere. The starters came and was lovely. We both ordered the chefs special pasta and risotto dishes. When they arrived both dishes were undercooked. This isn’t a big problem to resolve regardless of personal taste. When...

Exclent in all respects The menu is far more varied than any other local venue The decor and ambience was a comfortable laid back atmosphere The service was friendly and welcoming as well as being efficient The food was wel presented and delicious; my ham...

After playing golf at the local course we decided to travel to the Black Bull restaurant , 3 miles from the golf course and 1 minute off the main road for dinner. On arrival we found there to be great parking for vehicles and bicycles....

We visited the pub on two consecutive nights in September, there was a happy atmosphere in the bar, the beer was good and we ate in the restaurant. The food was good and enjoyed our two meals.

What's a lovely and relaxing evening, after the village horticultural show. Chicken beautifully cooked with really tasty black pudding, the chef's own chocolate and orange cheesecake was to die for and, despite being full, the young staff were always attentive, friendly and efficient. A real...

Awful. Wife’s experience of the chefs special risotto was a complete misinterpretation of how it was sold. White asparagus and mushroom. Wife complained twice to young waitresses who ‘could assure her’ that the green (small) slices were asparagus. The white asparagus turned green in their...

Went here both NIGHTS in the area. Not a massive menu but we ate differently each night. Staff were friendly. Helped us order a taxi home after being soaked getting there first night

I came along to visit your restaurant with my husband this evening. How utterly disappointed I was. I ordered the Chefs special risotto, WHITE asparagus and mushroom. When my dish came, your young waitress came over and asked how our food was. I conveyed my...

What a fantastic place! We booked the Black Bull as the first night of our week long trip in Scotland. The drive upto Gartmore from Glasgow was stunning! Reached the tiny village and easy to find. The room was fantastic - really spacious, clean and...

Enjoyed a nice meal here for our 10th anniversary as we were staying nearby. Menu had a lot of good choices and was reasonably priced. Bar and waiting staff very friendly, we arrived early for our reservation and there were no issues with us grabbing...

Had Sunday roast dinner here last weekend whilst staying in Gartmore on holiday. A very nice meal and menu, well cooked and presented. How lovely that the community have taken over the running of the pub, (and also the village shop!) - hope they continue...

We popped to the Black Bull for lunch and had delicious Scottish brie, bacon and pear chutney paninis - beautifully presented and scrumptious to eat. Lovely service from community folk, sharing the extent of the local commitment to this pub. Well worth a visit, and...

Was staying at local dreamcatcher cabins. And ordered take-away for 2 nights. Ordering was seamless and communication was fab! Food was even better, arrived hot and very tasy! Great way to support business during uncertain times. I will visit for a table outwith lockdown+l!

Average takeaway, curry was not a curry, no flavour or spice, just a bland tomato sauce. Cajun chicken, again bland and no spice. Gravy and sauces all leaked out of packaging. Wont be back.

Visiting the area during Covid times meant most places were closed so very happy The Black Bull was open for takeaway. Ordering was super straightforward, really good options for everyone and ready to collect bang on time. Food was of a good standard, not overly...

Just had a takeaway and it was amazing. King Prawn languini for me with so many tasty bits and delicious king prawns, jalfrezi for my partner. Topped off an amazing day in the Trossachs, thank you!

Good selection of food from a well thought out menu. The fish and chips were first rate and a well sized portion. This community run pub is well worth a visit .

Community run pub with amazing food, shared a Skullen Skink starter , then beer battered haddock & feather beef, finished off with a share ls biscuits and cheese. Better food and atmosphere than some high end places!! Need more like this!! Also dog friendly.

Had the most gorgeous meal last weekend, met our friends and family there. The food was absolutely beautiful, the braised beef feather-blade is highly recommended. Piping hot, and so tasty. Service was very good, very friendly staff. Highly recommended.

I was visiting a nearby country house ( no names) which was delightful to stay in but the food was inedible so we resolved to eat out even though our food was paid for. We walked to the village of Gartmore on a frozen wintry...

Good food and a nice atmosphere. Varied menu of high quality. Free wi-fi didn’t work. An old fashioned pub with large and small dining rooms depending on your mood.

Wonderful pub food and service brilliant including the shortbread to finish the little rooms to eat in where very with the candles lit very cosy

Nous sommes arrivé après 2h de route vers 20h30. Nous nous sommes retrouvé dans cet établissement pour le dîner car...

Service très attentionné et très bon dîner pour adultes et enfants . Le haddock était excellent. Les fried scampi tres...

We had a lovely meal here, gorgeous scallops, huge mixed grill and fab macaroni. Staff very friendly, would highly recommend

Very unassuming little pub which was near the campsite we stayed at for the weekend. It's a pleasant surprise tho in many ways. Obviously a very popular local pub as the bar was full but we were shown through to a very pleasant dining room which was pretty fully booked. Enjoyed a very good meal from a menu which offered lots of choice. All staff were friendly and welcoming and we thoroughly enjoyed our night.

We travelled from Aberfoyle, the Black Bull was advertised on the road and the reviews were good. It's off the main road and took a little to find.

Great food great people very welcoming . We only ate in the lovely restaurant where the service was excellent. Great atmosphere would recommend to anyone.

After a long walk on Ben Lomond, we fancied a good pub meal, and we really got it.

In de buurt van de Black Bull geslapen. Op aanraden van onze B&B; bij de Black Bull gaan eten. Goed Pub eten met een uitgebreide kaart. Aardig personeel. Een paar avonden later nogmaals bezocht voor een Drankje en een potje Pool. Wederom goede service.

I booked my family room at the black Bull hotel on 1/06/2017 for a 1 night stay on 4/8/18 for a cost of £95 to include a full Scottish breakfast. I called the hotel approximately 3 weeks prior to our stay to confirm the booking.

Visited pub whilst camping at Cobleland, excellent. Dog friendly pub that lays on free transport to/ from local campsites. They have a Italian draft lager which is excellent. The menu is extensive and everything we tried was great. The service was also very good. Can’t be faulted, will definitely be back.

Found this when staying nearby while on holiday in the Trossachs. The food was really excellent - I loved the creamy chicken with rice while my wife had fantastic beef and ale pie - large chunks of melt in your mouth beef and crispy filo pastry. The starters did not disappoint - the home made fish cakes were delicious. Everything seemed to be lovingly homemade. The service was friendly and efficient and you were treated as more than a number which was good.

Stopped off to have a bar lunch, staff and food first class, great portion size and great prices, well worth a visit.

Staff were appalling and rude, couldn't care less if you ate there or not but food good. Need to go on a customer service course.

We stayed in a farmhouse nearby, and went for a meal. Great food, we had the haddock & steak and ale pie. Good value as well. Everybody inside contributed to a great atmosphere, both local and visitors. Barkeep was ace!

we stayed at a local campsite a mile from this Hotel and they supplied a free mini bus at night to take you to the Hotel .The locals were all very friendly and it had a lovely big fireplace which in the cool nights soon had you warmed up. We ate out one night too and could not fault the food it was very good, all in all if in the area or a local camp site this Hotel is worth a visit

Went here with my family for a meal there was 7 of us, very friendly staff and the food was excellent, my 8 year old son is very fussy he even gave the the food 5 stars. Will definately go back again if I'm in the area.

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Very helpful and friendly people. Good idea with the shuttle bus even though it couldn't take us all the way. Would recommend.

I have visited the restaurant here on several occasions over a number of years as our group always have a ceilidh here. Initially I thought it was excellent with a varied menu excellent food with vegetables served separately. Sadly I find that on every occasion it has been poorer than the last and I thought this was our worst group meal this year. We always pre order to make things easier. Either the standards have slipped or they take us for granted. I had a roast beef and Yorkshire pudding with vegetables served on the plate.It looked ok but was over cooked in all aspects and I didn’t enjoy it. Those who had the steak pie were much happier with their choice and there were also positive comments about the deserts. Previously it had been possible to order drinks at the table or at a bar in the restaurant area but on this occasion when we wanted another drink we had to walk down a corridor past the kitchens to the main bar. Not good enough. Much as I enjoy the company of friends I wouldn’t eat here again. We had a group lunch the following day in another restaurant and service and food was infinitely superior,

Can't wait to be working in the area again to eat in the restaurant. Really friendly staff and management.

My husband and I had an evening meal at the Black Bull on Mon 11 and Tues 12 Sept 2017. It was within easy walking distance of our holiday accommodation and we were delighted that our Border Collie was allowed in the bar. There was nice choice of dishes, the food was good and good value for money. The staff were very friendly. I particularly enjoyed the smoked haddock with spring onion mash - so much so that I had it both evenings!

We were looking for somewhere to have a meal to celebrate my birthday and fancied somewhere new, We decided to...

Loved the food at the Black Bull - reasonably priced, good selection of dishes and delicious - have not hesitation in recommending this establishment.

Visited the Black Bull a couple of weeks ago while staying at a nearby campsite. On arrival the woman serving...

Nos alojamos en la ciudad y el negro parecía ser la única opción. El menú muestra la tradicional comida de pub y la calidad era buena. Nuestro camarero era muy atento y nos quedamos muy contentos con nuestro servicio personal

Mi marido y yo reservamos una comida aquí para mi cumpleaños mientras estábamos de camping en los Trossachs durante unos días. Tengo algunas bastante inestable pero necesidades dietéticas, y era realmente genial. Pasó por todo el menú totalmente, también los ingredientes con el chef y...

La cena estaba deliciosa, y el grande parte anfitrión nos en ajuste de risas. Recomiendo la torta de carne y pescado.

Este pub tenía un potencial real, pero sin duda no la mayoría. La comida estaba bien, lástima de las patatas fritas congeladas. Selección de cerveza era normal. Un poco más de esfuerzo y es llevar algunas de las increíbles cervecerías locales y esto podría ser espectacular

We stopped off here for an evening meal whilst staying in the area. What a find!!!! Thought it was going to be a little pub, when inside, there was a restaurant and various little rooms to eat in. The meal was faultless, absoloutely lovely and the staff were very friendly and accommodating. Well worth a vist.

Had a great meal here great choice of food on menu. Excellent taste would recommend the Scallops all good piping hot. Dog welcome in bar

Went here on the off chance when looking for somewhere for an evening meal. Was hesitant having read some of the reviews but was very pleasantly surprised. Worth a visit if you're looking for somewhere relatively inexpensive. Our host for the evening was very accommodating.

Staff and service were first class. Not a huge menu to choose from, I had fish and chips which was tasty, but was costly at nearly £11.00. I had Eton mess, which looked amazing but had no cream. Had fresh berries with a fruit sauce and broken meringue, tasted lovely, but I missed the fresh cream.

We were staying a few miles away on a campsite and upon checking in were told this pub did a free shuttle from the site so decided we would give it as go as lady at site said food was very good. Picked up on time (they do a 7.10 and 8.10 pick up) by a friendly chap and dropped at the pub, decided to eat in the restuarant and was taken through by another lovely man and left to peruse the menu after he took our drinks order. Food was very very good, my husband actually said it was the best meal he had whilst on our trip ( and we had eaten out lots) he choose the chicken in a mushroom and bacon sauce and I had the rib eye steak, and we both followed with chocolate sponge and cream which sounds very basic but was very good. We then had coffee and a couple of whiskys in the bar whilst watching rugby with the locals, who again were a lovely friendly and then we were dropped back at the site. Don't miss if your in the area.

Popped in for food and beers which were excellent, not cheap but worth it, a busy place hosted by great staff

As soon as I walked in I thought....urgh. It was so dark and dingy. The decor was just awful, horrible colours and a horrible manky carpet - yuk.Singled glazed windows, cheap and tacky curtains. However the food was ok. Prices ok. Was just like the food I cook at home, acceptable but nothing special. Took a long time to arrive though - at least 30-40 mins. staff were friendly but the waiter was trying to be funny and it was a bit cringy as he kept trying and failing to make us laugh.

We went on a Friday so it was going to be a bit of a wait because we hadn't booked a table but the staff were very friendly and made sure we were kept updated, the people in the bar were all very friendly and you didn't feel how you might in some pubs where it looks like the locals want you gone!Very good prices and the food was delicious, we both had food off the specials board and it was gorgeous! Will definitely go again if in the area.

We are visiting from Australia and staying in Gartmore. This is our 2nd meal here. First one was with small grandchildren, second with friends. Both meals have been very nice with lovely, helpful staff who couldn't do more for you. Our second meal there was a special board and we took the waiters advice and chose from there. The food was delicious! We were tempted with dessert and this was also very nice and fresh. Only disappointment was the pancakes were a bit on the burnt side, but not bad enough to complain after such a nice meal.

From walking in the door we were made welcome not only by the staff but also the people drinking in the bar! The restaurant wasn't the biggest but we were able to get a table for four with ease on a Tuesday evening in July. As well,as a few items in the specials board there was a good menu. The mains a sweets we chose was excellent and very nicely presented. The chef introduced herself at the end of the meal which was nice. The prices were very reasonable and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

Wonderful atmosphere in this pub which is only a 5 minute walk from Gartmore BnB. I had the roast pork with mash and veggies which was really outstanding. Washed down with copious quantities of Old Speckled Hen. Lovely menu and great variety of beers, wines and spirits.

Heard about this pub from a friend and thought we would give it a try ... Well all I can say is what a wee Jewel in the crown xxxx lovely happy helpful staff cosy log fire and comfortable surroundings . The meal was the highlight of the night the most accommodating gluten free menu I've had made available to me since my diagnosis eight years ago. They deserve top marks on absolutely everything can't wait to return well done for everything xxxxxxx

Went to pick up the wife who was staying here a couple of nights for a writing retreat and decided to have a meal with the kids before leaving. Could not be more impressed. Owner and staff were super friendly and really accommodating around kids wishes and needs. Had great food (Scallop starter and Chicken main) which was tasty and well portioned. Definitely recommend this place if you are around this neck of the wood.

Called in for an evening meal and it was absolutely brilliant. We 'pushed the boat out' and had 3 courses (Special evening meal - 2 courses for £11.50p) Every course was brilliant. We could not fault any part of it. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend and would call in again

I stayed the night here whilst visiting friends in the local are. Really nice place with friendly people and locals. My room was very nice and clean with en suite and tea and coffee in the room too. Breakfast was included which was a great start to the day. Wish i could have stayed longer

We ( all 13 of us) eat here on family occasions.!! Fabulous place, very welcoming, friendly helpful staff and great food Plenty of choice. . We have never been disappointed. Our Grandchildren love it as there is an area they can play board and card games in between courses. 10/10.

We had no expectations when visiting this Hotel for a pub meal when staying in the tiny village of Gartmore. However, we were pleasantly surprised. We sat in the bar which was basic but had a roaring open fire and warm welcome. The menu offered an excellent choice - my family chose steak pie and burgers, whilst I chose sea bass, all of which were delicious and well cooked. I cannot comment on accommodation, but for a good value pub meal this is a good bet.

We were in Aberfoyle for 3 days and found this place through a 10% discount flyer at Liz McGregor's cafe on Main Street. Gartmore is off the beaten track but well worth the detour. This was restaurant food at its best yet at pub grub prices. Lovely atmosphere. We enjoyed it so much we went back all three nights! and during the daytime we were regulars at Liz McGregors cafe (try the lemon cake...) - she runs them both and deserves a Michelin star

Good fresh food and very reasonably priced. Pleasant efficient service in congenial surroundings. We were served in a small room to the left on entering which gave a cosy atmosphere on a wet night.

The Black Bull was handy when we were staying in a B&B in Gartmore as somewhere to get an evening meal. We were delighted to find the food was excellent & reasonably priced. The ambiance of the pub could have been a little better but the food & service was so good this did not matter.

Our waitress from Glasgow was a gem. Our family enjoyed her stopping by as she made the visit personable. Food was good with a Scottish beer to pair. Big local crowd so popular.

Proper chips great service what a great place! Steak pie and lasagne really fantastic. Staff fantastic.

After a long drag uphill from campsite to pub, it was a delight to find such a lovely place, friendly staff and locals, food was amazing, beer kept well, will come again.

I regularly stay locally to the Black Bull and every visit has at least one trip up to the hotel for a few beers and some food and I can honestly say that you never quite know how it is going to go! I've had some fantatstic meals in here where the staff couldn't do enough for you and then again I've had the complete opposite - surly staff, waiting nearly an hour for food (not great with young kids) and kids meals coming out once the adults had nearly finished theirs! It isn't the cheapest place either so I don't think it's unreasonable to expect as standard that matches.I sometimes wonder if they are sitting on their laurels here a bit too much. They have the ability to deliver when it all works as it should and that is the disapointing thing - it's a lottery. Be consistent and you'll nail it!