The Bull, Birmingham

A famous and well reviewed old pub in the Gun Quarter next to the A38 dual carriageway but a long way from it in time. Built on a corner with a bar to each side and a snug like area at the back on one side. The two rooms are separated by the servery and one is at a higher floor level, the door of the upper room says Lounge and the etched window of the other says Smoking Room. This room also has some stained glass including a picture of a bull showing cuts of meat in the style of old butcher's shops, however the names are unexpected. Furnished in traditional pub manner the striking thing is the sheer quantity of china hanging all round the servery, ceiling beams and even from window frames. More occupies shelves, tables and mantelpieces while the walls are covered in prints and pictures of various subjects. Three handpulls serve beers from Adnams, Marstons and a micro I've never heard of but wont be searching out again, the Adnams Broadside was a much better made pint and superbly kept. The pubs looks fairly reliant on food but it's a great place for a drink.

Very traditional pub in the Gun Quarter. Lots of pottery jugs hanging around the bar which is centrally located. Its a quiet unassuming, homely place, a bit of a granny's house. There is a small parlour sofa'd area up the step behind the curtain in the one corner. Lovely place really. Extra mark for the quality of the beer, but its never been an adventurous choice here - 3 real ales Adnams Broadside, Wadworths and Pedigree. A bit out of the way tucked in the north east corner of the city centre and the wrong side of Birmingham's inner ring road, but still only a short walk from the centre or the Jewellery Quarter or Aston University and a great place to make the effort to visit - its also near the revitalised Gunmakers Arms for a mini crawl of this historic area. The food looked a bit special, limited choice but home comfort style.

Great little victorian boozer, well off the beaten track, serving excellent beer. Worth checking out if you are in the city, easy walk from the centre. Will probably call again when in town.

Thank you for BITE for making me aware of this pub whilst I spent a week in Brum working and staying in an area apparently devoid of other establishments. A little oasis in a seemingly rundown area just off a very main road. A warm welcome from Rose to a pub split in 2, with a slightly raised level which was geared towards dining. Don't take this as a negative comment, but reminded me of a Grandmother's living room, with the walls adorned with ceramics and commerative china. The landlady would bring out meals to the regulars, who seemed as grateful for it as you would when going round to your Gran's for Sunday roast. Small garden out the back seemed very popular. Slightly overloud discussions & opining at bar from the regulars on topics of the day reminds you of how pubs used to be before big screens and flashing lights. Well worth a visit if alone in Birmingham on business

Official site of the Bull - www.thebull-pricestreet.com