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Gastro pub - The Bull, London, Greater London

The Bull

4.3
4.3
312 Reviews
£26 to £40
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
We may contact you about this booking, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date.
Your table will be booked for:
1 hour 30 minutes for parties of up to 2;
2 hours for parties of up to 4;
2 hours 30 minutes for parties of up to 6;
3 hours for parties of 7+.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

We look forward to welcoming you at The Bull Highgate! All tables are held for a max of 15 minutes, so if you are running late please call us to let us know. All tables outside are subject to the wonderful British weather, so please be prepared for this accordingly.

The back garden closes at 9 PM, so please be aware that the last bookings we are able to offer for this area are at 6 PM for the parties of 6+ and 6:30 PM for the smaller groups.

We will try, where we can to accommodate specific table requests, but cannot guarantee specific table allocation, especially at peak times.

Please note we only accept card or con
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 8341 0510
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have a number of areas that can be book out for private events, mainly in our 1st floor dining room where we can cater up to around 60 for dining or 80 for a drinks reception.
  • Private party contact
    Meetings & Events Manager: 020 8341 0510
  • Neighbourhood
    Highgate
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Six Nations: England vs Wales

    Mar 15, 2025 only
    Big screens, cold pints and every Six Nations match. Book your seats now.
    Six Nations: England vs Wales photo
  • Six Nations: France vs Scotland

    Mar 15, 2025 only
    Big screens, cold pints and every Six Nations match. Book your seats now.
    Six Nations: France vs Scotland photo
  • Six Nations: Italy vs Ireland

    Mar 15, 2025 only
    Big screens, cold pints and every Six Nations match. Book your seats now.
    Six Nations: Italy vs Ireland photo

What 312 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

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Loved For

  • North London

    Gastro Pub

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bull offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing service" and a "friendly and welcoming team." Although the menu is limited, the "Sunday roasts were amazing" and the "food is always amazing." The pub provides a cozy atmosphere, making it a favorite for locals. However, some diners noted occasional inconsistencies in food quality and service speed.

312 Reviews
  1. Justin

    Singapore2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Our reservation was at 4:45pm on a Sunday, when we arrived they were completely out of fish and chips, pasta for kids, cheesy cauliflower and one other dish. The only thing they would provide for kids was a burger or a roast but the Sunday menu was already limited so our options were slim. 3 adults ordered burgers (which on the menu noted double patties) after an extremely long wait for our drink and food the burgers arrived with only one patty. I pointed it out to the server and they went to “check with the chef”. It was clear they knew they were also Out of enough burgers to fulfill our orders of a double burger but served it without letting us know. They apologized, but again served it to us without letting us know we were being given a half portion. Service not up to par and was very slow. Continuously seems to disappoint if you go on any weekend or as they refer to as “busy” days.

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  2. Emma

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Tasty pub food and lovely staff

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    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice beer garden and food was great. Staff was accommodating

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  4. Orch2Pick

    London15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Good pub, good food, good ambience but on the day there were two waiters to serve the entire pub which was full and two staff in the kitchen. They were very good and polite and did well but you can’t run a pub that size like that.

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  5. Leanne

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly excellent food and service. It’s a bit on the pricey side but the quality makes it worth it
    The BullResponded on February 9, 2025
    Hi Leanne, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us such wonderful review and feedback! The team works really hard, and this is the fuel that keeps us going! Hope to see you soon. All the best, The Bull team

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  6. Subham

    London3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Champagne was not cold, pasta was overdone, lettuce and tomato in salad were cold and not at all reflective of price. It was also stone quiet on at 8:30 on a Thursday. Staff was friendly and ambience (besides lack of other customers) was good but nothing else to recommend this place.
    The BullResponded on February 7, 2025
    Hi Subham, Thank you for your feedback - we're constantly trying to improve at The Bull, so it is all invaluable! Our sincere apologies for your experience with us not being on par with what we usually offer our guests. We react as best we can if ever this is the case (the bubbly and the pasta being removed from the bill), and rest assured the kitchen team will be offering a much improved version of the ravioli dish, in the future! We hope to see you again soon! All the best, The Bull team

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  7. Lucy

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was superb and staff made us feel very welcome and no hurry to move us on.
    The BullResponded on January 27, 2025
    Hi Lucy, Thank you very much for the lovely words and fantastic review! The team really is working hard to make sure our guests have everything they need to have a great time with us, so it is satisfying to no end to know that we're making it happen. I'll pass your kind words along. All the very best, The Bull Team

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  8. ALAN

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had very enjoyable Sunday roasts, well cooked and large portions. Imaginative desserts. Very agreeable and efficient service. The upstairs area has great period charm, and there is plenty of space between the tables.
    The BullResponded on January 27, 2025
    Hi Alan, Many thanks for the kind words and great review! We thrilled to know that you enjoyed your Sunday Lunch with us - it's a real passion of ours, to make sure it is a memorable one. See you soon! All the best, The Bull team

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  9. Hugh

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    My wife and I came from Chichester to meet my son and daughter in law for lunch. On a cold inclement day the welcome from the staff at The bull was first rate. My son and his wife had the roast beef, which on arrival, was attractively displayed. And they both enjoyed their lunch. My wife had sea bass, which she enjoyed; albeit she felt the portion was a touch small. I had fish and chips, which was not exceptional. In summary I felt the roast was over priced, the Sea Bass portion was too small, hence, also, not good value for money, and the fish and chips was very ordinary. Again, though, I would just underline the point that the staff were first rate and created a very good atmosphere In conclusion I would not wish to provide an overall negative impression of The Bull and I can understand why, in London, the pub it is held in high regard
    The BullResponded on February 7, 2025
    Hi Hugh, Thank you for you invaluable feedback and apologies for not being able to provide the standard of experience that we customarily to at The Bull. I'm afraid our price point is conditioned by a great many factors - a fair share of them beyond our control. What we can control and improve upon is the quality of the dishes we serve and the manner in which we serve them, so we'll be looking at those that you mentioned and consider how to better them. They'll be much better, next time you visit us! Best regards, Nick

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  10. simona

    London26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food! Very good portions, quality ..very happy!
    The BullResponded on January 13, 2025
    Hi Simona, Many thanks for the lovely words and fantastic review. Hope to see you again soon! Best regards, The Bull team

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FAQs

The Bull is rated 4.3 stars by 312 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Bull

13 North Hill, London, Greater London N6 4AB

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Highgate
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 8341 0510
  • Private party facilities
    We have a number of areas that can be book out for private events, mainly in our 1st floor dining room where we can cater up to around 60 for dining or 80 for a drinks reception.
  • Private party contact
    Meetings & Events Manager: 020 8341 0510
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