Dining at the black bull hotel

When it comes to eating and drinking, you have a great choice at the Black Bull depending on the occasion, time of day, appetite and budget. A different menu and atmosphere to suit everyone from children to granny. Let's start our tour in the attractive Conservatory where Poachers Restaurant is open for dinner every night of the week, presenting an exceptionally high standard of contemporary Scottish cuisine. This is seriously good, sophisticated cooking, created with imagination but without pretentiousness. Start perhaps with a light, pink mound of Tartare of Wild and cultivated Salmon smothered in crème fraîche with a zest of lime. Or for something rather different, baked field mushrooms topped with haggis and a poached egg, glazed with malt whisky butter sauce. Main courses might include Beef Fillet - spiced up with a rich Dunsyre blue cheese mousse and port wine jus. Or Baked Fillet of Turbot with a Parmesan red pesto crust served with saffron potatoes in a pool of pepper coulis. Around the fish enjoy a selection of baby vegetables, carrots, turnip, fennel as well as an amazing mashed potato "pear”. Portions are not over the top so after a wee pause, you might be tempted by the dessert menu. Push the boat out with Hot Chocolate Soufflé dotted with cherries and cream or perhaps Banana Tarte with rum and raisin ice cream. The large selection of Celtic cheese board is excellent served with handmade oatcakes.

For lunch and dinner every day you may also eat in the stylish Bistro -(comfortable purple chairs and booths) and the equally comfortable Bar. Bistro menu might include a chunky Smoked Haddock broth, Salmon with chive mash, and the very popular, Corned Chicken filled with Stornoway Black pudding. Down in the cosy bar you'll find a fine selection of sandwiches, haggis and neeps, fish and chips, burger and good grilled steaks.

Breakfast
The Stewarts are very aware of the importance of a good healthy breakfast served in the sunny Conservatory overlooking the garden. A groaning buffet table offers fresh and dried fruits, cereal, juices, bagels, croissants and "good bacteria" yoghurt drinks. Porridge and hot dishes are made to order including eggs as you like them, scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, kippers and smoked haddock with poached eggs. Decent sized cafetières and teapots are brought to the table with toast, good unwrapped butter and preserves.

Afternoon Tea at The Black Bull Hotel
Tea at The Black Bull Hotel is an institution in itself and is served in the spectacular Conservatory Restaurant. A choice of 15 different teas from around the world, finely cut sandwiches, freshly baked scones, jam and whipped cream plus a range of cakes and pastries combine to make for an unforgettable afternoon. Served every day from 2pm to 5.30pm. In order to avoid disappointment reservations are strongly recommended.

Gifts available at The Black Bull Hotel, Killearn
Whatever the occasion, a gift from The Black Bull Hotel will always delight, we have a wide variety of different gifts available to purchase. Most of the paintings, ornaments and collectables on display in the Conservatory are for sale. Gift Vouchers are also available in £5.00, £10.00 and £20.00 from reception.

Private Dining
The classical elegance and refined atmosphere of the Conservatory Restaurant provides a beautiful setting for weddings, Christenings, birthdays, meetings, conferences and private lunches and dinners for up to 75. Impeccable service is orchestrated to perfection by staff dedicated to achieving the highest standard of customer satisfaction. A feature of visiting the Black Bull is undoubtedly the dining experience, using at every opportunity the wonderful natural larder that Scotland provides.

Bistro
Something a little lighter? We also serve a range of drinks and snacks in our Bistro between 10am and 5pm. Choose from a selection of regular, herbal and fruit teas, filter, espresso and capuccino coffees, piping hot chocolate, cool fruit Smoothies (some for adults only!), home made cakes, toasted bagels and oven fresh croissants and danish pastries. There is something to suit every palate.

The Sportsman Bar
Have you seen our new bar food menu? Some old favourites remain, but we have introduced some new dishes such a chicken and vegetable Enchildas, singed Panhaggerty and giant bowls of steaming homemade soup with fresh bread. Served every day from 12.00 noon to 9.30pm.