With plenty of luxury outlets, leisure activities, and places to drink, The Mailbox is the entertainment complex to visit when you're in need of some retail therapy and a few tipples. From swish rooftop spots to casual dining retreats, we've compiled a list of the very best bars that The Mailbox in Birmingham has to offer.
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Last updated on 10th September 2025
A top stop for cheap cocktails in The Mailbox, Be At One is a firm favourite beside the water. Whether you're enjoying a mojito out on the heated terrace or cracking on with an espresso martini inside, they're serving up the goods.
When it comes to unique bars, the Alchemist is up there as one of the best. A sexy and dark space lays claim to some of the UK's most inventive cocktails as you revel in smoking mixes alongside must-try small plates.
One of the most classic cocktail bars in Birmingham, Slug and Lettuce is a great spot. Join for affordable libations, creative concoctions and a laid-back atmosphere from morning until night. Peckish? Grab a few sliders or a nacho platter.
Indico is all about Punjabi flavour and culture as the gorgeous and down-to-earth spot promises tantalising plates. The Mailbox restaurant also slings out some seriously stunning drinks, from the mango martini to spicy chai cocktails and unique beer bottles.
You can't get much higher than Marco Pierre White's Champagne Bar in the Cube building. The venue showcases a delicious cocktail menu, a carefully curated wine list, and beautiful views from its chic rooftop bar. We recommend trying a glass of bubbly and nabbing a few nibbles.
One of the best bars in The Mailbox, Gas Street Social should be your destination if you love a few drinks without the fuss. Offering up craft beer, wine and artisanal cocktails alongside a menu packed with delicious treats, the venue will have all you need for an evening out.
If you're after some cocktails, look no further than Aluna in the Mailbox. This vintage-inspired luxe parlour delivers on a whole host of experimental drinks filled with flair and pyrotechnics, all while you sit in one of the plushest drinking environments in the city.
With fun cocktails like Havana Ba-na-na and Smores Please, it's easy to see why Pitcher & Piano is one of the best bars in Birmingham. Alongside a huge list of tipples to choose from, it also offers delicious comfort dishes and bottomless brunches.
Found inside the building that once housed the famous nightclub Bobby Browns, Verve Lounge is a stylish, modern cocktail bar that overlooks the canal. Inside, you'll find minimalist interiors and a foliage feature wall, as well as a dancefloor area. Plus, there's a heated outdoor area that's perfect for summer.
They serve all sorts of creative signature cocktails here, with a menu that takes inspiration from all over the world and uses a number of homemade ingredients.
Overlooking the canal, EN Steak & Cocktail Bar is a sophisticated spot for lunch or dinner. They source the very finest cuts of meat that have been specially selected by butchers, paired with killer cocktails designed by their in-house mixologists.
Their open kitchen gives you a great view of the state-of-the-art charcoal ovens and dry-ageing cabinets. As for the menu, expect everything from tomahawk steaks to dry-aged burgers and tuna tataki.
A stylish restaurant bar on Level two of the Mailbox, DilSe is a great choice for date night or drinks with friends. This stunning space promises sleek decor, with green and gold seating, white floors and pretty blossom trees along the walls.
There are a cracking selection of cocktails to try out, as well as an extensive food menu. They serve traditional and modern Indian dishes, ranging from palak paneer to lamb masala dosa or Malai chicken tikka, to name just a few dishes.
Head to this spacious Birmingham haunt to try some of its locally-sourced craft beer and international vino that this restaurant bar has in store; all whilst taking in the gastro-esque charm of this venue poised over the Gas Street canal.
Known for its scrumptious Thai and pan-Asian cuisine, Siamias is also delivering on the cocktail front. With an experimental approach to their drinks, the bar serves 60 unique mixes in bamboo glasses and cute teapots.
When it comes to the best places to drink in The Mailbox, Bar Estilo is a top-notch shout, especially for its happy hour. Check out this restaurant bar for after work cocktails from 5 to 7pm Monday through Thursday. The classic sangria and strawberry margaritas are a must-have.
