The Fox Hole - Croydon

We started with the meatballs and burrata as an appetizer, and it was such a delightful surprise. We’re big fans of a great meatball, and these definitely hit the mark with just the right texture—not too hard, not too soft, and not overloaded with breadcrumbs. The burrata was served cold, which was unexpected, but it complemented the dish well, especially with the light, grilled bread that accompanied it; it was divine! For the main course, my wife ordered the green chili smothered burrito, which was so substantial that she took half of it home! She really enjoyed the flavor. I opted for the grilled pork chop and, based on recommendations, I decided to try both topping options: one was a sweet fruit compote, and the other was a horseradish gravy. The flavors blended beautifully together. The pork chop was cooked perfectly—tender and juicy. For dessert, we took home the caramel apple bread pudding and enjoyed it later with coffee. It was absolutely delicious!

My girlfriend and I visited this restaurant for brunch the other morning. She had to order gluten- and dairy-free items, and the chef and waiter were more than willing to accommodate her dietary needs. I had the eggs Benedict with biscuits and gravy, and it was everything this pregnant girl could have asked for – both the baby and I were very happy! The restaurant is cozy, with only a few tables, but the service was fantastic. Our waiter (I’m sorry, I forgot his name) was knowledgeable and very helpful, especially regarding the allergy restrictions.

What an incredible transformation! I haven't visited since the renovation, and I was blown away by the upgrade. The interior is stunning and welcoming, and the outdoor areas are just as impressive. With excellent service, a fantastic selection of beers, and delicious food, it truly makes for the perfect combination for a wonderful night out.

Dog and Bull has been under construction and this time going I could really see how much has changed. I'm exited for the outside area to be finished. The wings and pork belly appetizer were really good. I also enjoyed my entree.

Everything was so great I came back the next night for round two... As I was alone, I sat at the bar and the services was outstanding without being overwhelming. Since it was my first time I asked for a recommendation and had the cheddar ale bacon burger, and it was cooked to perfection as were the fries (I used malted vinegar and not ketchup). On the second night I had the Horseradish Patty Melt, which was a bit overcooked, but not unacceptable. That said, I almost wised I had had the Cheddar burger again... The value for both meals was acceptable, and I would highly recommend stopping for dinner and or just a cocktail... Great job to all at Dog Bull.