Bars

From hidden speakeasies to award-winning gin spots and innovative meaderies, Birmingham's bar scene is a thing of beauty. So whether you're looking for cocktails with the gang, pints after work, or somewhere to impress a date, we've rounded up our favourite Brum watering holes, with everything from plucky Birmingham cocktail bars through to the best places to listen to live music.

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The Edgbaston

Cool and innovative cocktails? This Birmingham bar is constantly pushing boundaries.

The Distillery

The Distillery is ticking all our boxes, with an outdoor terrace, comfort food menu, and plenty of gin.

18/81

This secret cocktail bar has some of Birmingham's best brains behind it.

The Ivy Birmingham

Our decor dreams have come true at this Birmingham branch of the classic bar.
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Top User Rated Bars

  1. 1. The Jekyll and Hyde
    4
  2. 2. The Botanist
    4
  3. 3. Gas Street Social
    4
  4. 4. Spotlight
    4
  5. 5. Buffalo & Rye
    5

Recommended Bars

  1. 1. The Plough
    4
  2. 2. Praza By Pushkar
  3. 3. The Egdbaston
    5
  4. 4. The Cosy Club
    4
  5. 5. Le Truc
    3

Editor's Pick

  1. 1. Buffalo & Rye
    5
  2. 2. Siamais
    4
  3. 3. The Distillery
    4
  4. 4. Island Bar
    4
  5. 5. The Night Owl
    5
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