Fun Restaurants In Birmingham

If you like your dinner with a side of drama (the fun kind, not the Greek tragedy kind), Mythos Greek Taverna is your new go-to. This lively spot in the Arcadian is all about sharing mezze, free-flowing cocktails, and seriously fun themed nights.

Saturdays bring out the party spirit with Greek Nights full of music, dancing, and the odd flying plate, while Sundays serve up a Greek bottomless brunch packed with Mediterranean sunshine and cheeky rules like 'smash plates, not hearts.' 

The Alchemist is always a winner when it comes to creative concoctions, but did you know it's also one of the best places for food in Birmingham? Enjoy sipping on a cocktail while wolfing down veggie gyozas or fajitas served on a hot skillet.

Did somebody say conveyor belt? YO! Sushi is ideal for nice restaurants in Birmingham city centre. Have your fix of maki rolls, classic Katsu curries, edamame and seaweed salads while tipping back a beer (or two). 

While 180 Club at The Rectory might be your go-to party bar, it also knows a thing or two about good food. Offering everything from Tokyo crispy prawns to smoked bacon cheeseburgers and classic buffalo wings, it's a fun spot for late-night eating.

Right on Broad Street, Felson's is a great shout for those wanting a delish dinner with a side of entertainment. Enjoy a few raucous rounds of shuffleboard or pool and reward yourself with a chicken tikka masala or an ooey gooey cheese melt.

If you're searching for authentic Indian cuisine, Indico is definitely a great shout. From gorgeous interiors to its Punjabi street food and traditional chai, it's ideal for date nights and dinners with colleagues. We recommend trying the dirty malai burger; it's superb.

Serving up some top-notch brunch events and epic social darts, Flight Club is a fab shout for anyone looking for American comfort eats - we're talking grilled halloumi burgers, sticky mushroom quesadillas, oh and their iconic pizzas served on paddles are delish.

Located in the city centre, Zocalo is a vibrant Mexican-Californian restaurant inspired by the taquerias of San Francisco. This welcoming space features colourful decor and quirky, lit-up sings, ideal for a meal out with friends.

The focus is on fresh, authentic food, and you can choose your protein on most dishes - with options including pulled pork, veggie strips and chicken. Tuck into loaded nachos, mango-infused tacos or smokey barbecue quesadillas, washed down with a margarita.

The Button Factory is known across Birmingham for two things: its delicious robata grill-orientated menu and top-notch service. But when you're not soaking up the rays on their sun-trap balcony or admiring the New York-inspired interiors, make sure you stick around to listen to one of their frequent live music nights.

If you're looking for a restaurant with a cracking lineup of entertainment, then make your way to The Botanist in the city centre. Its interiors blend rustic charm with vintage decor and lots of leafy plants, while outside you'll find a large beer garden that's perfect for relaxing in the summer months.

For restaurants with live music in Birmingham, The Jam House has a 600 people capacity, making for one of the most bustling spots on our list. While shaking and swaying to tunes, chow down on braised lamb shanks, pan-fried seabass and much more.

Showcasing tropical cocktails and quirky lanterns, Vietnamese Street Kitchen at Moseley and the city centre are both fab for dining experiences near you. Get stuck into everything from lemongrass beef curries to fresh summer rolls and mushroom bao buns. 

One of the best birthday restaurants in Birmingham, Luna Springs is knocking up some of the best brunch events, accompanied by free-flowing booze and scrumptious eats. Chow down on their menu filled with burgers and fries.

Situated in Digbeth, Mowgli is whipping up delicious Indian food in an innovative way. Munch on scrumptious gunpowder chicken poppers, Himalayan-style cheese on toast and much more, alongside pineapple yoghurt coolers.

Thanks to their cocktail affiliation, it's no wonder why Gas Street Social is one of the most favoured date night haunts around. Head on down for fiery cocktails alongside a restaurant menu of wholesome, British favourites. 

If you've got a hankering for messy wings and other American comfort eats, then BrewDog is your Birmingham restaurant. Whether you're there to catch the latest sports fixture or grabbing dinner with mates, it's always supplying yummy grub and a good time.

Don't bother with stuffy and uptight dining, check out The Stable, located in the heart of John Bright Street. A humble diner for rustic pizzas and craft beer, the eatery is perfect for a fun authentic dining experience with friends.

For one of the most fun restaurants in Birmingham, Chaophraya is a brilliant shout. Along with sumptuous curries and theatrical cooking, the venue is slinging out the most delicious mocktails and cocktails, alongside authentic Thai cuisine.

Fiesta del Asado Shirley combines modern touches with traditional Argentinian flavours. Expect a dining room decked in lush greenery, colourful art, and a striking bar lined with golden orbs of light. Enjoy wood-grilled dishes like juicy ribeye steaks, sea bass parrilla with chimichurri, and lamb cutlets, followed by churros and white espresso martinis. 

It's vibrant, tasty and downright sassy, it must be South American restaurant bar, Bodega, in Birmingham city centre. A fun restaurant bar. Bodega have successfully managed to merge International dining with a fun party attitude, thanks to their fresh and modern decor, lively bar staff and cocktail masterclasses. 

Hands down one of the most Instagrammable restaurants in Birmingham, Archie's is your go-to spot for the most creative eats - think hot Cheeto stuffed burgers and loaded tater tots. We also recommend trying celebrity-inspired milkshakes while settling in their pinktastic interiors.

A must-visit for more boujee restaurants in Birmingham, Tattu is serving up Chinese cuisine, alongside some creative concoctions. It also doesn't hurt that the venue is stunning with gorgeous cherry blossom trees and dimmed lighting.

A Michelin-starred gem, Opheem is one of the prettiest restaurants in Birmingham. Not only is the venue absolutely gorgeous, but the spot also whips up knockout tasting menus, thanks to chef Aktar Islam. The scallops with Bengali coriandor are sublime.

A vibrant restaurant with Lebanese cuisine, Comptoir Libanais whips up supreme mezze spreads, alongside the most tasty tagines and wraps. The restaurant also supplies divine cocktails - the cosmo and mojito are especially refreshing.

If you're looking to let your hair down then head to Albert's Schloss, the alpine-themed bar in the heart of Birmingham boasting entertainment seven days a week. Located across two floors, you'll find shuffleboard as well as an outdoor terrace and cosy spaces to tuck into Bavarian fare. Think meatballs and cambozola, ooey gooey fondue to share and bratwurst sausages. 

Hailed as one of the city's best curry houses, Pushkar have managed to blend the environment of any fun, fast-paced city centre bar with sit-down dining. A decadent restaurant on Broad Street, Pushkar are inventing new and wonderful ways for Birmingham to look at the way they eat.