The restaurant is in the same plaza as Iberian Pig and The Deer & The Dove. Parking in this area of Decatur is very limited. We usually have to circle around to find a spot, and walk to the restaurant. We came by for lunch on a Sunday. I like both the exterior and the interior design of the restaurant. The server was friendly and professional. We ordered drinks and two entrées. There was only one other table besides us, so just two tables total in the restaurant. After our drinks arrived, it took more than 45 minutes for the food to come out. The food itself was delicious. We had the half chicken and the trout. The ingredient quality is high, you can really taste it. However, the wait time was a bit too long, especially considering how empty the restaurant was. Aside from the long wait, everything else was good. I wonder if the delay was because we came shortly after they opened for lunch, but if they're open, the kitchen should be ready. Overall, the food is quite good, though the entree menu is somewhat limited, if excluding the pasta. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth trying. Personally, I'm not sure if I would come back. I'd rather not experience that long wait again, but maybe it was just an off day when I visited. read more

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My sister and I enjoyed White Bull's Apertivo Hour and we definitely see ourselves coming back! Reservations: We made reservations; however, I'm not sure they are necessary for Apertivo Hour. There was plenty of seating when we were walked in. Parking: This spot is located in downtown Decatur, so there are a variety of paid parking options (street parking, parking decks). Make sure to read the signs as there may be free parking on Sundays. Food: We ordered so much from the menu! Our favorite was the Heirloom Tomatoes, so make sure you grab that. It paired perfectly with the Bread & Butter. We also ordered the Crispy Potatoes, the Cacio e Pepe, and the Rigatoni. We weren't the biggest fans of the Rigatoni. There was what we think were raisins in there, which really threw things off. Drinks: There are so many options from cocktails to wine to beer. We both opted for aperitifs and enjoyed them! Vibe: We really enjoyed the space. It's small and intimate, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. read more

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Not my thing. The bread was good and the service was good, redeeming. The salad was soggy to me, my dish smelled like dish soap and the truffles had 0 flavor. It's nice inside but $45 for that dish was highway robbery to me unfortunately read more

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My wife and I attended NYE dinner here at The White Bull. We parked on the street and were seated promptly. We did have a reservation. The ambiance is very nice. We had the four course NYE special meal and it was delicious. Every course was amazing and flavorful. The service was great as well. It was a great experience and I would be interested in coming back for a regular meal. read more

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Was in town for a conference and this restaurant was recommended by a staff at our hotel. I looked at on yelp and saw all the reviews! Yes we must go there. A quick walk and we arrived, such a cute and welcoming restaurant, we didn't have a reservation but they seated us promptly. After we told our waitress that it was our first time (I think her name is Kindra? She was amazing!) chef Pat came over and greeted us! You can just feel the love he had for cooking so we knew we were at the right place and in for a treat. We asked for recommendations so we started off with the bread and butter (all made fresh, even the butter). A must! Crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside, amazing smell of rosemary and the butter, I have no words. We also got the shrimp, another outstanding dish, and the beets and berries (love loved it). For entree we knew we wanted the black spaghetti, and had asked the chef to surprise for the other two pasta dish, one was the CAPPELLETTI (my favorite pasta dish for this trio) and I don't remember the 3rd one which was also delicious. For dessert we were told from the other Pat that his wife was the pastry chef and we must order the biscuit and gravy (lemon ice cream with raspberry sauce), the birds and the bees which is a chocolate dessert (chocolate with hazelnut ganache), and the Pavlov's law. My favorite was the biscuit and gravy, so light and the combination was insane! We had two bottles of wine, everyone was so nice there! Absolutely loved our experience there and had the best food. Highly recommend if your in the area and actually going to stop by tomorrow for a quick dinner before heading to the airport. read more

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The food is such a surprise. So different, beutiful and well planned. Diverse tastes. The bread is homemade and exquisite. Fresh whipped butter and rosemary topped the bread. I'm dreaming of the salad served. Trust me and order it. So fresh, light and delightful. The main course was also well procured and delicious. This is far from our house and parking was a little difficult however I'd rate this top ten of Atl. read more

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We went to White Bull for their happy hour. I believe it's from 4-6pm We sat on the patio, and it was a beautiful day outside The host, server and bartender were all so friendly and helpful We got drinks, oysters and the carbonara off the happy hour Rosemary focaccia off of the regular menu It was all great! We can't wait to come back and try their regular dinner menu read more

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first for my gluten free gals - pastas can be made gluten free with their gf pasta + small tweaks, and the chicken dish is gf. The crispy potatoes in the appetizer list don't have breading of any kind BUT are fried in a shared fryer! so as for our visit here last night, I'll start by saying service was great. Our waitress gave me a great description of the red wine choices bc I wasn't familiar with the names/types on the menu other than the cab. She also apologized for the wait when our food came out, but it hadn't even been that long! She was so friendly and really helpful in guiding me thru the menu to pick a safe gf meal. the restaurant itself is beautiful with hardwood everywhere and dim lighting, warm and cozy vibe with close set tables along the walls. for the food, I got the chicken and my husband got the rigatoni. I was a little disappointed with the chicken because the skin was fairly wet/soggy and not crispy like I expected, BUT I have to give major credit for the polenta + broccolini served with it. absolutely the best broccolini I've ever had; it was crispy, salty, served with soft warm garlic. truly chefs kiss! my husband liked his rigatoni a LOT but the only downside was it wasn't hot when it was served, we assumed this was bc the waitress had warned us that the chicken takes a little while so maybe it was sitting while they finished the chicken. 4/5 stars for our experience with both ups and downs. I think id like to give it another try and taste one of their gf pasta dishes read more

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Came here for a 5 course meal with The Tasting Collective. Everything I had was delicious. The rigatoni did not need the sultanas. The trout could have had a more crispy skin. Otherwise, the meal was perfect. The staff were all very attentive and friendly. The restaurant is also simple and beautiful inside. This would be a great place for an intimate dinner, but might be a little too loud for a first date. I will def be back! read more

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Came here from out of town and wanted a nice meal before heading home. I wanted to start off with a Cabernet however their wine selection is very limited but my wonderful bartender and server, Grayson, offered me a taste of two different ones and chose what was closest to my liking. For my appetizer I went with the kale salad which I felt wasn't tender enough for a salad and the dressing was very sparse but was given more when requested. For the entrée I went with the pasta of confit chicken and sweet potato, very light, delicate and quite different from what you see and it was a really nice dish, taste and portion wise. I skipped dessert having been full. The space is a rustic elegant, very nice and as stated the service was incredible. read more

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Excellent happy hour and pasta! I sat at the bar and the bartenders were great. Really excellent food and a great deal if you can make it for happy hour. read more

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After jealously looking at people rave about the White Bull on social media, I am so happy to FINALLY try them myself. My friend and I came here on a Friday night for dinner. We had reservations, but thankfully it wasn't very crowded. Our server (forget her name) was fantastic! She gave great recommendations about the menu and was very patient as we contemplated the menu. We decided to share two starters: the crispy potatoes with garlic aioli and rosemary Parmesan bread with whipped butter. The potatoes were very good, but that bread??!! Jesus, it was amazing! I could have eaten the entire roll by myself lol. For entrees, I ordered the black spaghetti and my friend ordered the half chicken with polenta. The fresh garlic and herbs they used to cook our meals made all of the difference in the flavor. Everything was just perfectly cooked. Surprisingly, I do think the chicken was the star! It was tender, flavored to perfection, and the polenta was like a creamy bed of grits. During my next visit, I want to try a fish or steak entree. read more

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This place was great. Cute, cozy decor inside and the staff is amazing. Everything is made fresh and honestly you can tell. My pasta was delicious, the drinks were great -- truly no notes! Our server was also nice enough to get me extra ricotta on the side (yes lol) for my dessert. read more

3.5 stars. (I really wish Yelp allowed for half stars) We went to the White Bull, a restaurant that proudly announced it was challenging Italian farm to table classics, which immediately made me feel defensive on behalf of Italy, a country that did not ask to be challenged and was probably doing just fine. The place itself was lovely though. Exposed brick, shotgun style. The sun hit the wall right when we sat down, and for a brief moment I thought, this is how people with their lives together eat dinner. By six it was lively. By six thirty it was packed, which is always comforting. The service was genuinely excellent. Knowledgeable, friendly, helpful without hovering. They appeared when needed and vanished when not, like a benevolent restaurant ghost. The wine by the glass was... meh. Not bad. Not memorable. Just there, doing its job, like a beige cardigan. There were maybe five or six choices, all perfectly acceptable, all destined to be forgotten the moment the glass was empty. The menu was short, too, which I did like. I appreciate a chef who focuses on what's available and what he or she can do well. The food was good. Savory, well executed, clearly made with care. Nothing was wrong. Nothing was astonishing either. It was delicious in a polite, well behaved way. In the end, it was good food that didn't particularly astound. read more

The service was impeccable, the food absolutely top notch and the ambiance divine for a date night! A must stop next time you visit Downtown Decatur. Highly recommend! And it's Michelin rated now! So, that should tell you something about the food and quality. Check it out! read more

The White Bull - Menu 09/21/2024 - New American Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

If you want unique flavors in both drink and food you need to come here. I ordered the Cavatelli but more about that later. The bartender Grayson is a master of his craft. I recommend telling him what you like and letting him craft a custom cocktail for you. This is the beginning of being pampered here and I highly recommend this. He made me drinks I have never heard of and with tastes I have not yet experienced. I will post I pic of the ingredients to show you. I ordered their home baked Sfincione bread to start. Spread the butter on this 72 hour bread and you will be absolutely delighted. I took the rest to go for my breakfast with coffee the next morning. The Cavatelli arrived and I loved it. The lamb combined with hazelnuts, horseradish and feta were an absolute pleasure to my taste buds. Lamb, when cooked right is absolutely delicious and you will miss out if you do not try this dish. The manager Scott checked on my often to make sure everything was great, and I really appreciate this type of service that is not found in most restaurants. Bottom line, if you want amazing pampering, great food and drink, it's hard to miss with the White Bull. The rustic lit dining with white brick on one side and and classic pavers one the other balance out the ambiance of this wonderful restaurant. See my pics. Will be back to try other items on the menu and have more pampering and custom drinks! read more

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Enjoyed this restaurant! Tried to go to one down the street but the wait was too long so ended up here. The wine was amazing, I tried a white recommended by our server Matt. I'm glad I tried something new with food as well, I had the rigatoni and it was well made. The decor was also pretty cool, you can tell things were thought through here. Everyone was friendly as well! read more

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We chose this restaurant because spare of the moment and great reviews. Once we arrived we were seated immediately, our waitress Renee was fantastic. Since we were new to the menu, Renee did a great job explaining the menu also giving some great suggestions. Our espresso martinis hit exactly how we wanted it and the food..We had no complaints. Fine dining so that means $$$$$, certainly expensive however food was delicious. We probably will not return because of prices however was a great experience. This restaurant gives me the feeling of that tv show "the bear" after they were established. Food was definitely fun and vibrant. Any suggestions I will have is to lower the prices a bit, other than that I won't take away from 5 stars because food and decor was fantastic. read more

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Venison Ragu was amazing!!! Everything was delicious!! And our server was very attentive and knowledgeable!! Really enjoyed our dinner here!! Highly recommend!! read more

I only came for drinks but loved it here at The White Bull! It is in a great location with several restaurants and shops nearby. The inside is super cute with great vibes. I sat at the bar and ordered an aperol spritz. The bartender was great and service was quick. read more

The White Bull - New American Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

The service here is PHENOMENAL!! The staff is always pleasant and fun. The menu changes frequently and the food is absolutely scrumptious. My boyfriend and I went on our first date here a year ago, so when I made a reservation to come back a year later they wrote us a card and the whole staff signed it. How sweet! read more

The White Bull - New American Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

They were so sweet! I went with my linesisters and we told them we hadn't tried one of the pastas before so they gave us it on the house! The carbonara is 9/10 I wish it was a different noodle lol Classy coffee shop vibes read more

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It's hard to spit anywhere in Decatur without hitting a solid restaurant. On nearly every block, there seems to be another restaurant offering up fantastic plates of food. But when I offered to treat my best friend to a birthday dinner, White Bull was one of her top choices so I was eager to find out why. Making a reservation is a cinch through OpenTable, and you can reserve both dining times and location (either indoors or in their beautiful covered outdoor space). If the weather is mild, dining out on the backspace is a fine option. Service is excellent here. We first found this out when we were seated at an outdoor table and my friend was hit with a sudden wave of allergies. Our server uncomplainingly moved us to an indoor spot, which turned out to be just as fine because the restaurant is so cozy and intimate. Our server swung by our table the exact right number of times to take orders, bus empty plates, and offer trustworthy recommendations when we became indecisive about our order. Best yet, no one here seemed to bat an eye when I inquired about their gluten-free options. Our server kindly went so far as to mark up my menu to clarify safe choices and possible substitutions. The bread and butter appetizer is clearly a hit here. I spotted one of these boards on every single table around us, and I was positively salivating as I listened to the satisfying crunch coming from our little bread loaf as my friend sliced into one. The fried potato wedge appetizer was cooked to perfection, with crispy edges and a pillowy inside. The sauce poured atop them had a slightly bitter aftertaste, but the texture of this dish made up for it in spades. The gluten-free pasta is excellent, and I love that it can be substituted for most of their pasta dishes. read more

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Great pasta and the lamb shank was delicious! Also, great service. Great pasta and the lamb shank was delicious! Also, great service.

Staff were very friendly. We stopped by for a quick drink before dinner plans across the street. The ambiance was calm. Mussels were delicious and the French 75 was perfectly balanced. Yum! Can't wait to come back for dinner. Parking is a bit chaotic, FYI. read more

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Flavor profiles 10/10! Fresh ingredients 10/10! Service 10/10!Enjoyed a lovely date night dinner on a Monday night (lots of places not open on Monday's)! The roasted carrot appetizer was spectacular...wonderful savory spices and creamy sauce...super creative. The bread came highly recommended but I wasn't super impressed with it. My hubby had the Gnudi, which featured a flavorful shrimp bisque over fresh gnocchi-like pasta with chunks of lobster. He cleaned his plate!!!! I had the squid ink pasta that was in a sauce of chorizo, some spicy tomato based purée and fresh shrimp. It was absolutely delicious! My only feedback about the entrees was that the protein to pasta ratio was insufficient, but the effort put into the flavor profiles of the menu offerings was very thoughtful! Also loved the farm to table seasonal menus. My compliments to them on having limited offerings and doing them right. Looking forward to visiting again! read more

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Overall, a really good meal. We recently stopped in for dinner, and tried a variety of dishes. We started with the bread, and it was my least favorite. It was warmed, but the center was cold. Next we had the duck confit. This was a little different than I expected, but I enjoyed the lightly dressed greens on the side of the rich and crispy duck. Next was a cheese filled pasta with a deep and flavorful brodo. We finished with the seared fish served over farro. The pasta was by far my favorite dish of the evening. We sat at the bar and the service was good. The cocktails were just ok, but I really enjoyed the wines. read more

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I travel extensively for business throughout the United States and I can say without hesitation that unequivocally this is the best food I've put in my mouth this year. So good in fact, that I went two nights in a row and only had three nights total to spend. Chef Pat and Chef Pat know how to treat patrons like family. From hand made pastas, bread and desserts to house made fresh ingredients, you are able to taste the passion in every bite. Don't walk-- RUN here and make a reservation. read more

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My mom and I came here off of a recommendation. Reservations can be made online so I wanted to play on the safe side by making them just in case. However, only outdoor seating was available but upon arriving, I did see that there wouldn't have been an issue for indoor or outdoor at 6 pm on a Saturday. My mom opted for a glass of prosecco which she must have liked since she finished it. She tried their Cavatelli Carrettiera and I got their crispy chicken. I thought her pasta tasted different from the Italian food I've had but it was still tasty. As a fan of pasta being cooked al dente, I did find it to be a little too undercooked for my preference. Crispy chicken was not as crispy by the time it got to me as they did pour the flavorful sauce directly on top. Chicken was tender and moist and I liked the smoothness of the polenta. Rosemary was a nice touch but can taste very bitter on its own. Overall, we had a good experience with our very kind waiter who's name I believe to be was Niko? Food was satisfying enough but I would be more interested in trying one of the many other beautiful establishment so close by. However, I would recommend for others to check them out as well! read more

The White Bull - Cavatelli Carrettiera - New American Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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It's fine dining so it can be a little pricey but in exchange the quality, ambiance and service is unmatched. 10/10, would definitely go back for any special occasion read more

The White Bull is a super cute spot especially for date night. There is a small lot out front, but you may have to street park. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Their menu changes on a regular basis so you're almost always guaranteed a new experience every time. Unfortunately the lighting is less than ideal in the back of the restaurant meaning the pictures don't do the food justice. Definitely give it a shot! read more

The White Bull - Dessert - New American Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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Wanted to check out the restaurant for the carbonara made the right way: with guanciale, egg and pecorino. It was only offered between 4-6 during apertivo so we made a reservation just to try it. We started off with some charcuterie. I ordered the carbonara and my partner ordered the cacio e pepe. We were surprised to see that the noodles used were not bucatini or similar like in some of the other reviews on here and highly salted. They did make it right for us the second time though. read more

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Super warm and inviting atmosphere, with a wonderful wine list. I appreciate the selection of natural wines, and the food was very flavorful. We'll definitely be back for another date night! read more

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So so excited to try White Bull!! It has been on my list for forever because of the amazing happy hour and it did not disappoint. We did make a reservation as a just in.l case but definitely would have been okay to walk in. We came at 5:30 on a Wednesday! Parking is also free after 6 but definitely there isn't a lot. We had to street park across the street. We also caught their wine Wednesday deal where every bottle of wine under $100 was 50% off! So we started with the 2017 sauvignasse. We did do the aperitivo hour and got burrito and prosciutto which were $8 each and delicious!! We also sfaccooione which came with butter and was great with burrata. Even better, $10 pastas! Portions are generous and happy hour is the best way to do this place and it goes till 6pm which isn't super early if you're a late dinner person like me. I got the carbonara and the main reason this is a 4 not a 5 is because the pasta was salty and oily just a little too much. We also got buttermilk pie for dessert and it was fine. Definitely get the coffee because it smelled and looked amazing!! Overall, would definitely come again for happy hour!!! read more

The White Bull - Carbonara - New American Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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Solid restaurant. Good food, friendly staff, great bartenders. Would definitely recommend for any night out.

I went to White Bull on a weeknight with some girlfriends for happy hour. There's a decent amount of parking in downtown Decatur either in lots or street parking. We also made reservations but for happy hour, inside it honestly wasn't very crowded which was nice. Plenty of space inside and a large patio out back too! White Bull has a really awesome happy hour with $10 pastas, and specials on charcuterie boards, apps, and drinks. We also happened to go on a Wednesday which is half of wine bottles! We ordered a charcuterie board with the bread (so so good and flavorful), prosciutto, and burratta (YUM). We also split a bottle of wine and our server had a lot of recommendations. We also each ordered a pasta and the servings were actually perfect portions! I had the arrabiata while my friends had the carbonara and cacio e pepe. My pasta was so creamy and the perfect amount of spicy! My friends said their pastas were a little on the oily side but mine was fine oil-wise. We also split dessert which was just ok and the plating seemed odd. Overall, White Bull is pretty solid Italian food and definitely worth for the happy hour prices! read more

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I'm only giving this 4 because of how long it took for dessert to come (I'm sitting here and it's not her yet... and we HAVE been waiting). Place is cool, staff is courteous and fun and the food that did come was AMAZING! Then there's dessert... never made it... or until they gave us the check... and we did get the spoons... I'm a dessert person and this is spoiling it for me, probably won't be back, it's a long ride for this... Again, staff at the bar, you are amazing! Not sure what's up in the kitchen though... Edit: the dessert came!! Thank you to the AMAZING staff on hand! You are my personal heroes!!! read more

Recently two of my girlfriends and I decided to have drinks at The White Bull while in Decatur. What a great choice it was! Recently highlighted in the 2023 Atlanta Michelin Guide, I see why they're so highly recommended. We visited around 4pm on a weekday and bypassed the crowd that I'm sure they usually have in the evening. Located a few steps away from the Decatur Square, there are a few parking spots right outside of the restaurant as well as street parking and garage parking only a few steps away. I had already parked my car at Wild Oats and Billy Goats, so parking was a breeze for me. I absolutely adore Decatur and all of the businesses in this area, I can't believe that I hadn't popped my head into The White Bull before this evening. It was a beautiful evening so I thought that sitting on the patio was a great idea and made my way to the back. I don't know why I went to the back vs. going to the hostess stand?? LOL. But I was super wrong, pivoted and turned back around to the front lol. Upon entry, my first impressions were amazing. The White Bull is beautifully decked out inside, not a huge place but it was still so roomy and cozy at the same time. I was one of the second parties stepping inside once they opened their doors, so it was nice to see it in all of its glory vs. packed out with people. I was quickly seated and loved the walk towards the patio as I had the chance to checkout their decor and the cookbooks that lined the hallway. Outside, there were a number of tables under a covered section and it was so cute! It reminded me of the European cafes I love to enjoy when I travel, I'm sure that it's adorable in the evening. We visited during their Happy Hour (4-6pm) which included $10 glasses of wine and specials on pasta dishes and apps. My friend and I started with their Rosso wine, (which was delicious), and then checked out the potatoes at our waitresses' suggestion. Such a great recommendation because they were crunchy but soft inside, and the sauce was great. They reminded me of patatas bravas, I would love a bit more spice! This was a quick visit and I wish I had time to eat more, but I'll definitely be back and can't wait to dig into their pasta dishes! read more

The White Bull is exceptional in just about every regard. They blow away most Italian restaurants in taste and quality, and their interior decoration and general "vibe" is a step above the vast majority of Decatur's other eating establishments. (A telling metric, considering Decatur is known for its rich restaurant scene). White Bull has a fairly minimalist menu that changes semi-regularly. By design, the menu doesn't have a ton of options. The options they do have, however, are made exceptionally well with the freshest of ingredients. I got the Rigatoni (a delightful spin on a sausage rigatoni that included pistachios) and it was incredible. The portions are on the medium to smaller range, but that's expected of a restaurant of White Bull's caliber. They're a great restaurant-- that much is obvious. It seemed on December 26th, unfortunately, they were a bit off their game. The food came out incredibly slow (nearly a 40 minute wait) and three of the dishes were complete cold. Generously, our server offered to comp our desserts, but then those proceeded to take 20 minutes to come out which kind of defeated the point. At the end of the night they totally made up for it by taking 25% off our bill, but I couldn't in good conscious give it 5 stars. read more

The White Bull - The eclectic wall decor - New American Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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I cannot recommend The White Bull enough! I was in town for a work conference and came here both nights! Grayson was so kind and had great recommendations for food and made me a mocktail that was delicious. The atmosphere was sophisticated and also welcoming. The pasta was delicious and the peach salad and the peach dessert were both fabulous! John was also really kind and accommodating. I would highly recommend this spot for a great meal with friends/ coworkers or for a solo traveler! read more

The White Bull - New American Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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