Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. Berkshire
  4. Wokingham
  5. Wokingham
The Bull Inn, Wokingham, Berkshire

The Bull Inn

4.3
4.3
16 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
Welcome to The Bull Inn, a traditional, long-standing public house on the road between Wokingham and Arborfield.
The pub dates back to at least 1728, before which it was a brew-house for Sparks Farm.
It has been a Grade II listed building for more than 40 years. The bar area features a lovely inglenook fireplace, and there are etched glass windows from around that time.
Originally, it was The Bull Public House and Smithy, and the forge still remains in the restaurant area, although it hasn't been used since around 1979.
The pub was named after the Bullock family, who were Lords of Barkham Manor, which is just across the road.
These days, The Bull is a well-known landmark and gathering place, and it maintains the charm of a well kept rural country pub, with fine ales, good food, and welcoming service.
The menu features authentic Thai cuisine as well as classic British pub food.
The pleasant garden area to the rear is a perfect place to while away summer afternoons and evenings.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    0118 304 2029
  • Website
    https://bullatbarkham.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 16 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bull Inn offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent food" and a variety of Thai and roast dishes. Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive" service, though some suggest improvements in communication and service efficiency. A comedic landlord adds charm, enhancing the pub's appeal. Overall, a pleasant spot for both regulars and newcomers!

16 Reviews

  1. Jeff

    Berkshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really nice people that operate this establishment. Great food and service. We've been here 3 times in 3 months. There's a good reason! Will be there again soon.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Maggie

    Berkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere, extensive menu, polite and efficient service, good sized and tasty Sunday roast. Very enjoyable!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Aimee

    Berkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely evening at the bull, the food was amazing and the service was great will definitely be returning!

    Is this helpful?

  4. Jane

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food excellent, but service from only waiter, whose English was not good, was poor. We wanted desserts, but he didn’t come so my friend went to bar, he was sitting with a customer, he wasn’t interested in giving us menus. We then asked for coffees, but he said the machine was broken. Nothing else was offered, we paid and left.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Tina

    Berkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my first time trying Thai food, I absolutely loved it, I shall be going back to the Bull Inn and taking family members with me. Lovely place,people,food.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Emma

    Hampshire

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    After reading positive reviews about the reopening of the Bull, we were excited to try it. Unfortunately, it didn't meet expectations. For a Saturday night, the restaurant wasn't very busy and most people had cleared out by 8.30pm. Two of the curries were enjoyed by our party (massaman and one other that I'm afraid I can't remember). However, two of us ordered the katsu and it was really disappointing- the sauce was just about ok, very thin and lacking in flavour and the breaded chicken was greasy and overcooked - it definitely wasn't worth £16. We asked to see the pudding menu, but at 8 minutes past 9 were told the kitchen closed at 9. This seems really early, and it might be worth having advanced warning of this like a lot of places do if the kitchen is about to close. We then sat alone in the restaurant whilst the waiting staff stood round the corner chatting at the bar, and eventually had to go up and ask for the bill. Overall, a really disappointing experience and because of it won't be going back in a hurry.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Lisa

    Berkshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food, and very friendly service. We hadn't been there since the new owners took over, and we were very happy

    Is this helpful?

  8. Leza

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    A great pub with a comical landlord/manager and excellent food. Highly recommend the Thai dishes

    Is this helpful?

  9. OpenTable Diner

    Berkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely Thai food evening! Great service. Was not aware there was going to be a band and made it hard to chat above the songs. Great evening overall.

    Is this helpful?

  10. OpenTable Diner

    Berkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. The food was excellent and better than l remembered. The staff were very friendly and attentive. We will definitely visit again.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

The Bull Inn is rated 4.3 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Google Map for The Bull Inn

Barkham Rd, Wokingham, Berkshire RG41 4TL

Additional information

  • Area
    Wokingham
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Restaurant Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo