Pied Bull, Enfield - pub details
Address: Bulls Cross, Enfield, Middlesex, EN2 9HD [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 13056) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Turkey Street (0.7 miles), Enfield Lock (1.5 miles), Waltham Cross (1.7 miles)
Pub facilities/features:
- Food served, Real ale
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> Current user rating: 6.6/10 (rated by 15 users)
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King and Tinker, Enfield (0.6 miles), Turkey, Enfield (0.6 miles), Tommy's Bar, Enfield (0.8 miles), Sun and Woolpack, Enfield (0.8 miles), White House, Enfield (0.8 miles) - see more nearby pubs
user reviews of Pied Bull, Enfield
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| Now yet again re-opened under another set of new management - this venerable old watering hole is once more an option for the thirsty appreciators of charming older buildings in the local area. The positives are that it still has a wonderful "hideaway" atmosphere, where you can lose yourself in a cosy nook the building and forget the world outside, some decent beer, good service and a nice choice of background music that is more obscure and eclectic than in many places (albeit with a distinct bias towards the 60's & 70's). The one permanent negative is that for anyone over about 5'10" in height, you have to keep your wits about you to avoid braining yourself on the low beams and ceiling - particularly as you approach the bar which is suboptimal for your chance of avoiding a nasty headache. The other factor which could be either a positive or a negative depending on your viewpoint is that it does seem to skew very heavily towards being a food based venue. That's not to say that you can't just have a drink, or that there is anything wrong with the drinks that they serve, but it does mean lots of the available seats and tables are reserved for dining customers. This might be a false impression and the Sunday that my Fiancée and I decided to pop in for a couple of drinks did happen to coincide with Mother's Day. We were allowed to take a table for an hour before the people that had reserved it attended though. Looking around at their Sunday Roast it was so impressive that as we reached the time we had to give up our original table, and as the early diners started to leave, I chanced my arm and asked if we could get a table for 2 for dinner and they found us one. We both had the Roast Beef and for around £18 each it is easily the best Pub Roast Dinner I have had in years - highly recommended. Generous portions of lovely tasty food. I was drinking Neck Oil which was reasonably priced and dependably good. Would like to come again perhaps on a quieter midweek evening to just have a few beers and relax in the lovely environment. All in all very good and if you are within easy travelling distance, worth adding to your "To Do" list. Monkfish2 - 9 Apr 2026 14:16 |
| This is my reply to Tuppence's comment: I've been a regular at the Cock Inn for over 3 years now. After work drinks, birthdays, any general gathering - we always celebrate at The Cock Inn, my good friend used to work there as a chef and I also know Katie. I've done some freelance design work for The Green Dragon because my husband and I often popped to The Dragon for a lazy Saturday lunch and got friendly with the bar staff. I found out about The Pied Bull through staff at the Green Dragon. When we went to investigate - I was truly impressed. My other favorite pubs include the Peahen in St Albans and The White Heart Tap (where I used to work years ago and have nothing bad to say about the pub or the owners), The White Lion (I'm good friends with Dave/the owner and my friend Craig works there too) - I'd give them all 10/10! Tuppence - your comment are not fair at all! I was praising these pubs because I like them, I drink/dine there and I honestly recommend them to my friends! I thought I was doing them a favor - and you've turned it into a "fake rating"... what a shame� I hope people will ignore the snobby comments and will go and see for themselves - then it all becomes clear - great food, good choice of beers and wine, friendly staff and cozy atmosphere, what else could you ask for? And cheer up Tuppence � you don�t always have to moan and complain � leave some good comments! ;) kisska27 - 6 Oct 2009 15:18 |
| It is, in fairness, perhaps worth pointing out that this place, the Green Dragon in Barnet and the Cock in St Albans are all owned by the same people. Then its worth looking at kisska27's comment history. Not that she would pretend to be a punter to boost the favourable reviews or anything... Onto the pub itself: Gann is right. It looks like a Country Pub from the outside, almost all country pubness to the place was removed a while ago under previous ownership. The new refurbishment simply moves it even further in this direction. Another pastel semi-restaurant in an old country pub. If people want to have modern restaurants, there are plenty of empty retail premises at the moment. Oh well. tuppence - 1 Oct 2009 13:08 |
| Very good refurb and the food is well cooked.Most main courses between �9 and �12 which is fair value given the standard of the cooking The menu isnt too long and there are only a few specials which mean that the kitchen can maintain standards.The ale selection is dull GK IPA,Old Speckled,Abbott etc but this is not really a place to quaff ,although on a sunny day punters do sit outside on the benches.Worth booking to get a good table in the conservatory,and most dining tables are occupied at the weekend lunchtimes.Best pub for food in the immediate area. Bucking_Fastard - 14 Sep 2009 10:02 |
| The Pied Bull is under new management (as mentioned in comments below) and has been given great a "facelift". This charming historical pub has gone through a fabulous transformation. Comfortable and esthetically pleasing d�cor, with modern features and yet in keeping with the building�s old charm. I strongly disagree that the pub has lost its character, if anything its been given a second chance! I hated the old red/orange carpets and dirty floors�. It may be ok for a pub but I would never order food in the place that looks dirty and dusty. The dinner service was great, the food (sirloin steaks) were simply superb! The blond girl serving us was very helpful, unfortunately can�t remember her name� Other people in the dining area seemed to be having a great time as well. My husband and I will surely recommend this pub to our friends, anyone local should give it a go � I doubt you will be disappointed. p.s. there is a huge car park at the back and a lovely garden area. kisska27 - 6 Jul 2009 11:32 |
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