Best Restaurants In Birmingham

Located in the city centre, Riva Blu is coming in hot with its lush Italian dishes. Along with scrumptious food, the venue has a stylish and sleek ambience to boot. Enjoy munching on everything from lobster linguine to bruschetta burrata and pan-fried cod, alongside delish cocktails.

A stunning restaurant in the Mailbox, Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill is much more than just a pretty face. This eye-catching eatery is sorting you out with juicy steaks, homemade beef burgers and bucketloads of Champagne.

One of the best Thai restaurants in Birmingham, Chaophraya is serving scrumptious plates - perfect for sharing. Spread over two floors, the city centre spot has an extensive array of traditional curries and noodle dishes that look just as good as they taste, alongside cocktails and a top-notch wine list.

One of the best restaurant in Birmingham with halal food? Indico incorporates fresh cuts of meat into their Indian dishes, from aloo tikki to Mughlai lamb rogan josh and fried chicken starters. Pair your meal down with a range of fruity mocktails.

A great place for a steak dinner or date night, Gaucho is a gorgeous dining spot in the heart of the city. Sample some of the finest cuts of Argentinian meat and sip glasses of the good stuff from its extensive wine list.

Craving Sri Lankan food? With over 16 different vegan options on offer, The Coconut Tree is a great shout for more plant-based dining. Chow down on everything from stir-fried chickpeas to pineapple curries and battered mushroom bites. 

A must-visit if you love yourself an Indian, Mowgli is a casual eatery packing some very impressive dishes. Head over for flavour sensations in the form of house curries, delicious snacks, small plates and a whole host of enticing cocktails.

Situated in Birmingham city centre and Moseley, Vietnamese Street Kitchen has plenty to offer. Enjoy lemongrass beef curries, sesame sweet wings and fresh summer rolls, alongside mango daiquiris and lychee coolers.

Fronting a menu filled with British classics, brunch dishes and yummy veggie-friendly options, it's no wonder why Browns Brasserie & Bar is one of the best restaurants in Birmingham's Bullring. Pair your meal off with a refreshing pineapple daiquiri or classic martini.

The Lost and Found is a must-visit if you're hunting for somewhere to eat in the city. Head over on the weekends for pretty plates of eggs, croque madames and you can even add on bottomless Aperol spritzes if you're feeling a boozy one.

Flaunting an open kitchen space, cocktail bar and a fabulous menu filled with Italian plates, it's no wonder why Piccolino is one of our favourite restaurants in the city. And if the sun is shining? There's a gorgeous outdoor area that's ideal for those alfresco antics.

If you're hunting for a unique eating experience, we'd recommend a trip to The Karczma in Digbeth. Serving plates of traditional Polish cuisine, this popular restaurant stays true to its theme with a thatch-style bar, fur-lined sofas and plenty of Eastern European beers to sample.

The brainchild of Michelin's Young Chef of the Year, Kray Treadwell, 670 Grams is the Digbeth restaurant giving all the others a run for their money. Here, you'll find a forward-thinking collection of plates based on the idea of common food gone fancy.

A luxe Italian restaurant in Birmingham, this beaut is up there as one of the best. Tuck into award-winning cicchetti, fresh pasta plates, pizzas and mains, washed down with wines, fizz and an aperitivo or two.

A restaurant that needs no introduction, Dishoom packs plenty of flavour in its Indian dishes. Alongside a cracking list of mocktails, the menu fronts contemporary plates of iconic black daal, paneer tikka and spicy lamb chops. 

Searching for a different dining destination? Folium puts focus on modern British food and stunning presentation. Located just off St Paul's Square, this unique eatery boasts seasonally-changing menus and unforgettable tasting experiences.

It would be a crime to leave Nude Bar and Grill off our coveted list. First of all the restaurant is a real stunner; not to mention its insane food offering of wagyu steak and fresh oysters. Plus, their cocktails are also fantastic - the sake martini is to die for.

One of the best Indian restaurants in Birmingham, Pushkar is renowned for its forward-thinking approach to South Asian flavours. The Broad Street bar and dining destination boasts an innovative main menu, alongside a well-stocked bar serving some stellar cocktails.

When it comes to pizza in the city? Rudy's is making a bid for that top spot. Certainly one of the best, the Bennetts Hill kitchen is fronting Neapolitan slices and affordable Italian cocktails - our personal favourite is the blood orangecello.

A gorgeous Indian eatery from chef-owner Aktar Islam, Opheem is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Birmingham you must visit. Swish interiors give way to sensational eats, including tandoori trout, pickled pink fir potatoes and carrot cake with brown butter ice cream.

Vegan and vegetarian plates get a fine dining makeover at Land. Housed inside the Great Western Arcade, this fabulous eatery offers a unique lineup of plant-based plates, locally-sourced drinks and pretty interiors.

Head over to Moseley where Chakana is bringing a taste of Peru to its neighbourhood. This gorgeous Brum restaurant fronts an elegant and eclectic dining space and a menu of ceviche, tiraditos, causa and pisco-laced cocktails.

There's a whole hit list of options here that are guaranteed to make The Ivy your favourite new dining spot. The decor is gorgeous, with patterned wallpaper and botany prints dominating, while the menu kicks off with fancy brunch and finishes with smart British dishes.

For the best restaurants in Birmingham city centre, Asha's is the award-winning Indian you need to try. On top of classic curries and meaty and moreish kebabs, the kitchen also offers more decadent dishes, including a whole lobster, simmered in spices and mustard paste.

One of the most fun places to eat in Birmingham, 8 is a spot that knows how to stick to its theme. Inspired entirely by the number eight, everything from the dishes to the opening times offers a nod to that magic digit.

Awarded a Michelin Star and known for its fabulous fine dining in Birmingham, Carters of Moseley comes with some serious edge. Menus here change almost daily, but the quality and innovation that goes into the food stays at an exceptional constant.

When it comes to Chinese restaurants in Birmingham, Tattu has it all and dim sum. Boasting beautiful cherry blossom trees and dimmed lighting, the venue promises luxe cocktails, alongside dumplings, gyozas and scrumptious seafood.