The Bull

£8 - £20 / British, Vegetarian options

498 Streatham High Rd, London

Awards

Excellent Fish & Chips 2024

Opening hours

11AM-12AM

Sunday 12PM-10:30PM
Monday 11AM-11PM
Tuesday 11AM-11PM
Wednesday 11AM-11PM
Thursday 11AM-11PM
Friday 11AM-12AM
Saturday 11AM-12AM

Exquisite Roasts and Charming Garden Dining

During my recent visit to The Bull, nestled in the heart of Streatham, I was greeted with an air of welcomed nostalgia – the kind that warms like a flickering fire on a brisk day. An immediate sense of coziness enveloped me as I stepped inside, where the charm of a classic British pub met the contemporary demands of good taste. The interior, replete with soothing decor and striking space, promises both familiarity and surprise, a delicate balance welcoming all who enter. However, even in moments where the atmosphere thickened under the weight of bustling enthusiasm, the service managed to soar above whispers of sporadic lapses with commendable cheerfulness and agile efficiency.

Food seems to dance rhythmically here, with patrons singing praises over everything from pies with adorable pastry crusts to exquisite vegan options that beckon curiosity more than admonishment. Particularly deserving indulgence was the Sunday roast – culinary poetry penned with lashings of flavorful gravy and Yorkshire puddings that, quite literally, puffed with pride. Outside, the gardens whispered secrets of relaxation as diners reveled, making casual glances towards their well-composed plates while enjoying seasonal sun-kissed afternoons. Despite a solitary temptation towards saltiness noted on initial tastings, it’s the legions of delightful servers like Eliot and India who truly make this Bull stand out, where smiles & systematic recommendations become as crucial to the experience. One quickly realizes that sincere hospitality oft eclipses the mere act of dining here; a reminder that more often than not, it’s these intangibles of dining that embrace you long after an unbuttoned goodbye. — Nigel Gourmet