The Bull Inn, Linton - pub details
Address: Linton Hill, Linton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4AW [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 32684) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
East Farleigh (3.2 miles), Maidstone West (3.5 miles), Marden (3.8 miles)
Brewery: Shepherd Neame
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> Current user rating: 3.5/10 (rated by 13 users)
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user reviews of the Bull Inn, Linton
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| ‘Service with a sneer’ The attitude of the staff in the Bull is so appalling, I don’t quite know where to start.. I used to go in the Bull years ago but unfortunately, the change in management has spoilt a beautiful pub. I stopped eating here after encountering 2 of the rudest and most hostile staff I’ve ever had the misfortune to meet (and I think they were in charge!..). I ordered a steak & caramelised onion sandwich which was grisle not steak and raw onion…as no one asked us if the food was ok, I had to walk to the bar to ask for an alternative, which was met with a scowl and silence!… I will now only go in the Bull for a drink with friends and the staff’s attitude to customers has now become a standing joke- on every occasion we have been there for a drink and a chat, we have sat in disbelief at the way they speak customers, loudly talk about customers and agrue amongst themselves infront of customers. Today, the girl who is usually barking at customers, said very agressively to a man across the bar, ‘have you just sat yourselves down at a table? you can’t do that!’ because he had dared to find himself a table when there were no staff around to seat him… and then loudly discussed the ‘outrage’ with another member of staff! Sadly, they seem completely unaware that their attitude to customer service is up there with Basil Fawlty and their behaviour is completely unprofessional. There are only 2 reasons why this pub still as any customers, 1. the pub is beautiful with fantastic views 2. the carvery is popular. Do remember if you go there that THEY are doing YOU a favour and make sure you follow the orders of the little Hitlers that work there… JT23 - 28 Aug 2011 22:11 |
| My son, husband and I went for Sunday lunch 14th August 2011. We were very upset and distressed by the owner/managers barage of abusive. Firstly our son has a very severe nut allergy which means he is very limited to the foods he can eat plus he and my husband do not eat the vegatables that were offered. My son who is 17 was given two small slices of meat, 1 yorkshire and told to help himself to the potatoes which were not very nice. I asked the server for my son to have two more yorkshires explaining our situation although he gave them to him, he made a big deal about it. There was also sausage and stuffing on offer, however my son can not risk this. After our meal and feeling annoyed by the service i asked to speak with the manager as soon as she came to the table she started shouting that we had eatern our meal and had not ordered a starter or sweet. I tried to explain to her that my son could not eat them and therefore we do not and she was very rude, aggresive in front of the whole resturante. i feel disgusted by her behaviour and the fact we have been discrimanated for not being able to eat some of the food. i only wanted to ask her why she had a rule so ridged. jroper1 - 21 Aug 2011 21:07 |
| Came out for a meal with the wife last Thursday Evening, and hey, don't beleive all you read! We were made welcome and enjoyed a great carvery - Fresh, not like those that stay under the hot lights for hours, and all for £9.95. It was great value and highly recommended! Kempi - 27 Jan 2011 12:17 |
| I DO NOT recommend this pub! I waited 25 minutes during a very quiet lunch time for a salad and a sandwich. Salad basic but was £9. Sandwich actually inedible - never thought I could say this about a sandwich. When asked where food was (after 25 mins) staff shouted at me! I really do not recommend. SidBT - 7 Aug 2010 14:12 |
| I am a fan of Shepherd Neame, in general, and this pub appears at first site to be a winner. Great location and garden. However, the food is appalling and the staff are incredibly rude. Do not even think about eating there. hazardchase - 7 Aug 2010 13:54 |
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