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The Black Bull
Sunday Roast Lamb
Highly praised multiple times for being beautifully cooked, served pink with thick slices, tender and flavoursome meat. Accompanied by excellent yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, mashed potato, fresh vegetables, and minted gravy. Described as possibly the best roast dinner by several reviewers.
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Recommended by several reviewers as one of the best they have ever had, receiving compliments to the chef and noted for its delicious taste, making it a must-try dessert at the pub.
Lamb Shank
Mentioned as perfectly cooked and served with roast and mashed potatoes plus a good variety of vegetables and gravy. Praised for taste and portion size, making it a popular main course choice.
Garlic Paprika Fries
Recommended for their exceptional flavor, described as 'out of this world' and very tasty. A popular choice for a lighter or starter option.
Garlic Mushroom Bruschetta
Specifically highlighted as the best garlic mushroom bruschetta tasted in a long time, making it a notable starter choice.
Hours
| Monday | 4 to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 10:45 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 to 9 PM |
About The Black Bull
The Black Bull is a pub and restaurant in Lincoln, England. Reviewers consistently describe it as a village pub with a cosy, casual atmosphere, friendly service, and a pleasant old worldly feel. Food feedback is strongest around Sunday lunch, especially roast potatoes, lamb shank, roast chicken, and sticky toffee pudding. It also has outdoor seating, a beer and wine selection, and accepts reservations.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Sports
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is The Black Bull known for?
It is especially known for Sunday lunch, with reviewers repeatedly praising the roast potatoes, lamb shank, roast chicken, and sticky toffee pudding. The food is often described as well cooked and good value, which fits its village pub setting in Lincoln.
What dishes are most recommended at The Black Bull?
Reviewers most often highlight the lamb shank, roast chicken, roast beef, garlic paprika fries, and sticky toffee pudding. The roast potatoes also come up often, with comments about them being crunchy outside and fluffy inside.
What is the atmosphere like at The Black Bull?
The atmosphere is described as cosy, casual, and village-pub-like, with an old worldly feel and a pleasant garden area. It seems to suit groups and families for meals, and it is also noted as a good spot for solo dining or sitting outside to people watch.
Is The Black Bull good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is £10 to £20, and reviewers often say the meals are good value for money. One review specifically mentions three courses for £22, which supports the view that the Sunday lunch and desserts are reasonably priced for the quality.
What should I know before visiting The Black Bull on a busy day?
Sunday lunch can be very busy, but reviewers say the team still keeps service moving with no delays ordering and prompt table clearing. It accepts reservations, so booking ahead is a practical choice if you want a table for a peak meal time.
Is parking available at The Black Bull?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is The Black Bull kid-friendly?
Yes, The Black Bull is good for kids.
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