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Mansfield
Blidworth
The Black Bull Bar and Bistro
The Black Bull Bar and Bistro Reviews

The Black Bull Bar and Bistro

Drinks, British, European

Dishes priced around£18

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Reviews of The Black Bull Bar and Bistro (118)

Read what people think about The Black Bull Bar and Bistro. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Black Bull Bar and Bistro before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Black Bull Bar and Bistro and book a table with confidence!

5.3/6

118 reviews

5.3/6

118 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Steve K.6 years ago · 6 reviews

The Resturant never disappoints and often amazes ! Food and service is fantastic

"Average"
3/6
Malcolm B.6 years ago · 1 review

It was an ok experience, just not a great experience. The food was good, atmosphere awful. The waitresses abrupt. The restaurant had no ambience. No music, no candles just an overwhelming loud 60th Birthday party in the next room. They would have done better to close the restaurant if they are going to host that kind of event. I think with 30% more effort, it could be a gem. Rather than little more than average.

"Excellent"
6/6
Gavin J.6 years ago · 1 review

Tastefully decorated Pub/Restaurant. Out of the ordinary menu crafted and well presented. Topped with cheerful enthusiastic service. Good all round. Thank you to the owner for help with the parking

"Very good"
5/6
Amy M.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely Sunday lunch ,fresh cooked food served and desert was lovely,with great service from staff and good value for money,also do a lovely breakfast menu

"Good"
4/6
Debra D.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Fabulous place, lovely food but the steak was half fat which was disappointing as the starters were amazing. Steak was taken off the bill. Will definitely return. Good service. Overall with a little more attention to detail it would be faultless.

"Awful"
1/6
Graham W.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Booked a table for 5:45, got there early so we could have a couple of drinks, only to be told that the restuarant doesnt open till 6pm. I had indicated that my wife couldnt have dairy and they had not made a note of that and every meal contained dairy. They couldnt even do a vegan pizza. Very disapointed, normal the fodd is amazing and the service is great, not this time. Shan't be in a hurry to book again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Debbie M.6 years ago · 2 reviews

This is our second visit and once again was not disappointed. Food is amazing and staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and courteous at all times. Will definitely be coming back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mark O.6 years ago · 1 review

TheFood was great and the customer service is fantastic nothing is to much trouble Lovely selection of ales and wines The dessert list is fantastic

"Excellent"
6/6
Steve K.6 years ago · 6 reviews

Great restaurant, amazing food, Sunday lunch is a must and good wines. The whole atmosphere is great and well worth a visit - Highly recommended.

"Very good"
5/6
julian c.6 years ago · 1 review

Great food and service. Restaurant area lovely but would have been nice to have a N equally as nice outside area. Needs work shall we say.

"Very good"
5/6
Carol H.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely pub - helpful staff - great evening Staff explained the menu for us - the drinks were really tasty Will definitely go back on another occasion

"Excellent"
6/6
Angela T.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Food is absolutely amazing, interesting flavour combinations in a relaxed restaurant. Service staff are also polite, helpful and efficient, answering all of your queries about the dishes.

"Excellent"
6/6
Shellie W.6 years ago · 1 review

Great service, Great staff especially Yasmin for sorting out the confusing situation out.. Will definitely be heading back when in the area again at some point

"Good"
4/6
Louise F.6 years ago · 1 review

Screaming child seated nearby ruining atmosphere. Music playing was not suited to setting. Service good and food nice. More parking required for customers. Goon gin selection.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alex R.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Fantasitc meal at the black bull in Blidworth. The tasting menu is incredible value for money Wont be long till this place gets a Mitchlin star. Thank you Emily for the great service. Lewis and Craig are bringing this pub to new heights.

"Very good"
5/6
Daniella g.6 years ago · 4 reviews

Gorgeous food... very Heston Blumenthal which makes it all the more fun. you never know how your food will look but always tastes amazing. we only went for lunch and it's not that filling even for 3 courses but the whole experience of not knowing what's coming out on your plate is amazing x

"Excellent"
6/6
Ken W.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food, excellent service! We would strongly recommend the Black Bull, the staff are lovely and the food was really good at an affordable price.

"Excellent"
6/6
Robert B.6 years ago · 1 review

simply amazing, quality ingredients great prices and excellent table service

"Excellent"
6/6
Esther Louise T.6 years ago · 1 review

Amazing food which was fine dining executed perfectly! Great staff, really friendly and down to earth. We even had a very happy vegetarian too - thank you!

"Excellent"
6/6
Kaz S.6 years ago · 1 review

Really lovely meal using quality ingredients. Exceptional service with helpful and knowledgeable staff. Beautifully warm and clean environment through to the toilets which reflected the high standards throughout. The perfect location to entertain guests. We’ll be back .

"Excellent"
6/6
Debbie M.6 years ago · 2 reviews

This was our first time eating here and we live on the doorstep. The food was absolutely amazing, and the staff were extremely friendly and polite. We didn’t have to wait long to be served either. We will definitely be coming back here on a regular basis.

"Excellent"
6/6
Scott W.6 years ago · 1 review

Tasting Menu was fantastic, good value for money. A culinary delight. I would highly recommend this restaurant, the food, wine and beer are all excellent, we will be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kate M.6 years ago · 1 review

Beautiful food, lovingly prepared and beautifully presented. with the benefit of very knowledgable serving staff to guide you through the menu. The Black Bull is a gem of a restaurant with a friendly, cosy pub if you just want to stop by for drinks or snacks. Compliments to everyone involved. Excellent!

"Excellent"
6/6
Ben P.6 years ago · 1 review

Perfect evening! Lovely food, outstanding friendly staff! Thank you so much! Every dish was perfect and really different! Definitely recommended the duck scumpet! Can’t wait to come back and try the tasting menu!

"Excellent"
6/6
Phil B.6 years ago · 1 review

Quality food expertly prepared and presented. Service was attentive and and our waitress was very knowledgable about the food and how it was prepared. Excellent.

"Good"
4/6
Paul N.6 years ago · 1 review

Food was really good. We have been before and it was great to see how much it has come on. Will be back soon. Cheers

"Excellent"
6/6
Claire E.6 years ago · 1 review

A fabulous food experience over all. The starter of quail was stunning, the hoggert was flavoursome and robust. I wasn't keen on my beetroot and gin tart but o admire the ambition. Eat here now! A small note to the owner - the experience overall would be improved by updating the dining room which doesn't match the food in any way.

"Excellent"
6/6
Steve K.6 years ago · 6 reviews

Amazing food extremely reasonable. We love to go here and the menu is different every time. You cant beat the Sunday roasts and the starters, desserts are amazing.

"Very good"
5/6
Tracey G.6 years ago · 1 review

Really good service with a very knowledgable waitress who could explain what was on the menu. Really good food and atmosphere we will definitely return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Charlotte G.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food. Had the tasting menu, great combination for flavours and textures. Staff are knowledgeable about the food and friendly. Glad I discovered this and will definitely return.

"Average"
3/6
Tony E.6 years ago · 1 review

Menu printed in font size 8 Food ok not as good as previous visits lost the fineness it started to build. Gorgeous marmite bread but came half way through stater Very roudy pub on exit Over all not value for money fine dining prices for pub food and atmosphere

"Excellent"
6/6
RICHARD B.6 years ago · 1 review

Amazing food, helpful & polite staff. And my son had a great , tasty pizza as we enjoyed the other menu. Everyone was happy. We are regular diners.

"Very good"
5/6
Lynne F.6 years ago · 1 review

Fabulous breakfast. Almost perfect experience, just a couple of minor points - Awkward welcome, no music till the food arrived and no black pudding.

"Excellent"
6/6
paula A.6 years ago · 1 review

I booked online which was very easy, I parked without a problem, greeted very nicely, drinks delivered quickly and the restaurant is very clean and decorated to a great standard , we ordered pizzas, they were excellent, service brilliant, I will definantly return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Robert S.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and service - would highly recommend. Food had great taste, and the pizza menu made it easy for children to find something they wanted

"Excellent"
6/6
Mark S.6 years ago · 1 review

Our meal at the Black Bull was absolutely excellent. There wasn't one item on the Tasting menu that I wouldn't have again! The girl who served us was really knowledgeable, clearly explaining what each dish was when she brought it out. The Chefs are extremely talented and creative. Why on earth haven't they been awarded a Michelin star yet?!

"Excellent"
6/6
Angela T.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Fantastic, fresh food using interesting flavour combinations. Food was cooked to perfection and reasonably priced too! Service was also excellent, waitresses were efficient, polite and helpful!

"Very good"
5/6
Sonia H.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Food was excellent, however staff a little disorganized with which menus they were handing out,we didn't get offered the tasting menu when other people did.