With some of the biggest arenas and theatres, BBC Birmingham Headquarters as well as some stylish and exclusive retail outlets, it's no wonder stars and celebs often grace the pavements here in the second city. If you fancy rubbing shoulders with your favourite celebs there are a few select venues primed for celebrity spotting. We can't promise you will end up best mates but if you check out our recommendations of the best celebrity restaurants in Birmingham you sure can have a good old gawp.
Owned by celebrity chef and popular influencer Nisha Katona, there's a sprinkle of stardust over everything at Mowgli. All twinkling fairy lights, swinging seats and warm wood, the decor is as dreamy as the dishes.
Over on the menu, there's plenty to fill up your tum and your Insta feed. We're talking gunpowder chicken, treacle fries, lamb bunny chow and a truly showstopping fish curry.
Brought to you by celebrity chef Marco Pierre White, it's no surprise that this Champagne bar in Birmingham has frequent celebrity clientele. Hang around long enough and you may even see the man himself. Sip away on a glass of the finest bubbly in this celebrity primed venue, with possible celebrity spotting and a 360 degree view of Birmingham you won't know where to look!
Lasan has brought the beauty and elegance of Indian dining to Birmingham for over 20 years. In that time, it's attracted more than a few high-profile admirers. A five-time British Curry Awards winner, it was also voted Gordon Ramsay's Best Local Restaurant in the UK.
Whether sharing samosas or tucking into dhal, biriyani and vindaloo, the likes of Gary Barlow, Michael Bublé and Ant and Dec have taken a seat in Lasan's sleek and stylish dining room for an Indian with a side of sophistication. It's about time you joined them.
While not strictly a restaurant, this pub in the city centre is a celebrity hot spot and they do serve a soulful menu, 'Deep South Diner' style. With TV stars, Shane Ritchie, Joe Pasquale, Sue Pollard and Leslie Grantham having been spotted in here several times this cool and quirky pub is more than full of character. Brum's very own Jasper Carrot has also been spotted have a pint or two here. Make the most of their hearty menu and who knows you might end up having a pint with Alfie Moon.
Boasted as one of Birmingham's most stylish Indian restaurants, Pushkar have seen all sorts of celebrities saunter through their doors. From TV's Chris Tarrant to India's world famous cricket team, Pushkar have got be doing something right to have all these A lister's drinking and dining at their renowned cocktail bar come restaurant.
Tucked away in Birmingham's stylish Mailbox complex is Penny Blacks, a modest and sophisticated restaurant bar. Often dotted with celebrities due to it's location being just a skip and a jump away from BBC Birmingham's headquarters. Head here for some celebrity spying on 'Fizz Day Fridays' where you can enjoy a bottle of Prosecco for a sparkling £12.95. Who knew living the high life could be so easy?
One of the biggest names in innovative cooking happens to have frequented this traditional Indian restaurant in Birmingham don't you know. Joined by none other than Heston Blumenthal, Asha's have the award winning grub to pull in one of the worl'd quirkiest chefs and more. Traditional, yet slick and stylish, Asha's is renowned locally and on the celeb scene.
