Bull Run Restaurant

215 Great Rd, Shirley
(978) 425-4311

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Alan Carrier

Saw Mike Ferris, first class act!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Julie Mount

Always a good time and great food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Onion Soup, Fish and Chips, Caesar Salad, Pecan Salmon, Hamburger, Pulled Pork Tacos

Patrick Casey

My friend took me there for dinner for my birthday. The setting was very nice. I ordered the prime rib.The waiter suggested the larger cut which was fine with me.I asked for an end cut in which I got. We ordered salads for weren't even done with the salad when the meals came out and we're placed right in front of us. To make a long story shot, the prime rib was not good at all the dessert.The pecan pumpkin cheesecake which the waiter told us his homemade on the premises was half frozen.I will not go back to that restaurant.We drove 45 minutes to get there*I've heard a lot of good things.I was not impressed with it at all.
The other waiters in the room that we were in were conversing with the customers and having a good time.Our waiter came and checked on us twice.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1

Joe (Dj Supa)

Good food... Nice staff...
Nice Function

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Andres Ayala

What a wonderful spot to grab a meal. We had about a 20 minute wait because we did not have a reservation but it went by quick. The restaurant is a bit on the rustic side but it had a ton of charm. While we waited for our meal we were serenaded by a gentleman playing the piano. For our meals I had the small prime rib served with mashed butternut squash and my girlfriend had the turkey dinner. The prime rib was so flavorful and cooked perfectly. We absolutely loved this place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Turkey

Kimberly G

It's old - very old, but that's the charm. It's intentionally not updated and in existence since 1740.

We recently hosted a repast in one of their lower banquet rooms and the experience was outstanding! I would go out of my way to host any event here as they have the rooms, capacity, staff, bars, food, etc. It was space that was warm, welcoming, and plenty of room. Our bartender, Cam and server, Linda were phenomenal.
Thank you!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

R G

The service was outstanding, and my wife had their crab cakes. She really enjoyed them. I had their ruben and onion rings, and we enjoyed ? ourselves. We will return.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Jeff Boudreau

Multiple dining rooms ranging from small private rooms to large; live entertainment in the tavern, small dining room, medium-sized ballroom, and large nightclub-style room. Nationally touring and local artists performing acoustic pop, rock covers, and electric blues. Downside is the sound level of amplified band concerts in the big room can be excessive, recommend bringing earplugs.

Vegetarian options: Limited

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Baked Stuffed Haddock, Innkeeper's House Salad, Turkey, Hamburger

Michael Porcaro

Very nice place. Has a unique olde time inn feel. Food was excellent and the service was too.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Steve Griffin (SteveSaturday)

Fabulous show last night with the Bruce Marshall Group! Food exceeded my expectations and wait staff was terrific.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Alaina Filiau

I had a wonderful evening at The Bull Run in Shirley. The piano player added a fun, calming touch to the atmosphere, and the service was excellent. Their gluten-free options, along with the ability to adjust recipes due to the scratch kitchen, made dining easy, and I appreciated their understanding of cross-contamination risks.

As a post-bariatric surgery patient dining with my elderly grandmother, I was especially grateful for their half-portion options. It’s rare to find portions that fit our needs, so this was a welcome change. The highlight was the gluten-free lava cake—a rare and delicious find. Looking forward to returning!

Dietary restrictions: Took my gluten allergy seriously and was able to highly accommodate

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Lilian O

Service was a little slow but always with a smile! Food for the event was great. A fun fun place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Megan Sogard

Live music-- nothing on the schedule but we still got some! Love the atmosphere and food; great for a date night or for impressing friends.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baked Stuffed Haddock

Leah Smith

Really friendly waitstaff. Very polite, courteous and helpful. Good beer selection.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jim Kirchner

Bigger Crowd would've been nice, but music is a preference. Service was Great and the Food was a served with some cool Blues.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

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