The Bull — Restaurant in Braintree

Just back from The Bull in Braintree, and let me tell you, if you’re a York City fan looking for a friendly watering hole, this place rolls out the red (and blue) carpet for you! From the moment we walked in, Lauren welcomed us like long-lost relatives – the kind who don’t owe you money.

Now, let’s talk about that Chilli Chicken Burger. Oh. My. Days. It’s like they took a chicken, sent it on an all-expenses-paid trip to Flavour Town, and then gently nestled it between two heavenly buns. Spicy, succulent, and worth every bite-induced tear of joy. If that burger was a York City striker, we’d be top of the league.

And the hospitality? Top-notch. Lauren made sure we were fed, watered, and generally treated like VIPs. If York City had her running the midfield, we’d be in the Premier League by now. And the locals? Welcomed us like we were the new signing of the season.

In short: Great beer, amazing food, and proper banter. The Bull’s a must-visit if you’re in Braintree, especially if you rock up in red and blue. Cheers Lauren, we’ll be back – probably still dreaming about that chilli...

This is only the 2nd time I've been here in the last 6 months!, the 1st time was a little off putting there were a lot if fights and people getting hurt, however this time I was in shock and disbelief this xmas eve there was 1 fight after another literally.!. There was 3 Ambulances outside and a person from the pub in each one with some serious face and head injuries in the time I was there which was around 3 hours there was 7 big fights and I mean big, the door staff were excellent and such a good job they were so good, clearly not enough of them for the number of people inside the pub and the Q of people waiting to get in which was long. This place needs more door staff and less people!!. Even with the police outside the put in bright yellow jackets still the fights continued. I dont think I'd recommend this place for a night it seem people just come...

Imagine a toilets that's not been flushed and you have The Bull. Outside it looks a nice pub, maybe even a quaint local to enjoy a punt outside. Step inside and it looks nice too. But within a couple of steps you'll find your feet sticking to the floor. The drinks are expensive for what is essentially a cheap Green King and the toilets are terrible. It's like someone has taken a sledgehammer to the stalls. They are either broken and locked, the panels ripped down so everyone can see you or just plain grim. It's probably a consequence of the fact it's open late on Friday and Saturday, a pit stop for drunks between Spoons and The Lounge . Either way I'd give it a miss. Some staff are friendly, others down right rude and you'll pay for...