The Black Bull - Northumberland

Dinner here was supposed to be one of the highlights of a week away over Christmas. Sadly did not live up to the expectation. The main reason being that as soon as we five were seated, we were given a list of menu options of what was no longer available. In 40 years I have never faced a list of missing options in any restaurant, perhaps the odd 1 or 2 options. Disappointment was compounded by the wholly inappropriate excuse that there was insufficient food because it was Christmas!! What remained of the evening was OK, food was OK and the service was good. All in all, it was a let down. Recommend that the management up their game with regards to menu planning and food ordering in the future.

We waited an hour and fifteen minutes for the main course. They took 30 minutes to take our food and drink orders. The Manager was arguing in front of customers with the staff. The meal was just OK.

The imaginative menu and the standard of cooking make this place a must-visit venue.

This is our favourite spot for eating, whether it’s a last minute drop in for the Scrumptious Seven or a special occasion the Black Bull never disappoints.

A warm welcome, efficient knowledgeable staff, prompting efficient service, excellent food and wine at reasonable prices what's not to like?