We just had a mixed grill and a noodle platter , all food was good quality meat , cooked a treat , staff were friendly, we did not get pestered after a mouthful of food if the meal was okay . nice decor all clean and comfy , highly recommended for an excellent value for money place to eat , and the Guinness was lovely and cold , will use again next time I am in York
Don't usually feel compelled to write such reviews but feel the staff here went the extra mile to make our recent meal here enjoyable. If you are after haute cuisine, look elsewhere, they provide a decent, good value, hearty meal. On visiting this bank holiday weekend, Saturday at 6pm, the place was absolutely heaving. Explained we were in a rush, they apologised and informed us of a 30min wait. Went ahead, ordered, meal arrived 15mins later, piping hot. The waiter, Jack, was exceptionally friendly & courteous, a real credit to the place. He explained that it was the kitchen staff that were to thank and was prompt to stick my daughter's 'Van Gogh' Easter masterpiece up on the wall to which she was delighted :-) Top marks!
Super place to eat .. visited twice now for birthday meals out .. each time friendly staff an good food . Hot an cooked as asked
First time we've been here and will deffinetly be going back, excellent meal, and really friendly staff, would recommend to all �
Popped in for a quick bite to eat on saturday lunchtime, staff were very attentive and welcoming, the food was good and arrived very quickly
Great food, great atmosphere, waitress was throwing herself at me which would have been okay but the wife was with me, i loved it but the wife thought the hand gestures were a bit much, mens toilet needs sorting no lock toilet seat was like being on the waltzers had no choice but to take a ride. Will be back
Great value staff very friendly was told it would be 40 minute wait as they were very busy only took 15 minutes food hot and very tasty :-)
Amazing pub, popped in on the spur of the moment for something to eat. Staff are attentive friendly, and nothing is too much trouble. Excellent customer service checked with me for allergies and checked with the menu specifications.
Food came out piping hot. Staff checked in to make sure everything was satisfactory.
Parking at the back, too, as well as travel Lodge. That's a bonus, too. Lovely atmosphere even with a match on. I even got some work done!! I'll be back. Thank you so much 😘
A nice enough pub with decently priced drinks and food. It's a chain pub and I wouldn't' say it's anything special but a reliable place for a quick/cheap bite to eat or a couple drinks. The staff are very friendly and there are usually some sort of food deals on the go.
On initial impression there doesn't seem to be much parking but after confirming with the staff they said it was fine to park in the Travel Lodge car park behind the pub, as it belongs to the Black Bull apparently.
Good value food and drinks, friendly staff, shoutout to ‘Shells, attentive to ask about food allergies. Will be back!
We come here often. The food is always consistent in portion size, quality and quantity. The service is always friendly. Had a lovely server called Ellis the last two times we ve been. Background music is playing. Nice relaxed atmosphere. Will be coming here again.
Haven't been to The Black Bull in over 30 years, expected it to be quite an old man's pub still but was very pleasantly surprised. Really nice atmosphere, good and busy. Food was excellent and really good value for what you get for a family meal. Nothing to complain about, would certainly visit again for a meal and happy to recommend to friends.
Amazing place to eat. Highly recommend. Clean. Really friendly, happy staff. Clean. Great prices. Food was immense. Ordered a mega mix grill and a loaded surf and turf. All piping hot and sizzling. It tasted delicious. Was perfect. If you visit York you must come in here for a bite to eat. I would book as very busy.
Loved it! What a great evening with a super tasty dinner, thank you. Ordering at the table with a QR code makes things so much easier!
We had the 2 for £11 option. Although the choice is rather limited, the fish and chips we had were really good and the portions excellent. Not the place to go if you’re looking to impress your date but perfectly acceptable for a pleasant meal.
First time we've been to this pub. Staff pleasant and helpful. Food was lovely and affordable. An added bonus was, the day we came there was 40% off main meals.
Glad we started going here to eat again after a while away. Food has been excellent every time. Wife always orders a steak which is cooked perfectly. Our waitress Kerry was particularly great on last visit. She was clearly very busy but was friendly and attentive, even made the time to check up on us a couple of times.
I have never had to put in an "IN and OUT" when booking a table before so that was strange. Glad I gave us an hour & a half as I don't like to feel rushed. Luckily we weren't but The waiter and bar staff were lovely. The food was really nice and a very good price and huge. I will definitely go again
Came here for my birthday with my friend and his mum. Had a lovely time and Jemima, the person who kindly served us, went above and beyond to make my night awesome. First time eating at Black Bull and I will be coming again. Would recommend.
Lovely evening having a meal for my son's graduation weekend. We have come to York (again) from Devon. We live in a Bay renowned for its fish & chips and I have to say our fish & chips tonight were the tastiest we've had in years! You might say it's not esay to get fish & chips wrong..but it's also not easy to get it this right! Add to this the friendly bar staff and the great service from our waitress Jemima, all made for a lovely evening. Well done The Black Bull. We will return!
Clare-Marie Durber-Hocking
+5
Went for my son's girlfriend's 18th birthday. Cocktails and candles. Jemima was a welcome addition to ensure all went smoothly. Highly recommend. Good value and good portions. A lovely relaxed experience and shall return. 5*****
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