Home to one of the most exciting food scenes in the country, Birmingham is no stranger to a few unique eats. Across the city, you'll find plenty of weird and wonderful destinations fronting cool interiors and mind-blowing menus, from trailblazing Michelin star haunts taking classic dishes and turning them on their heads to bizarre brunch spots in the centre. Read on as we round up a few of our favourite quirky Birmingham restaurants.
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Dubbing itself a 'cathedral to cider', The Stable is fabulous for casual dining in Birmingham. Tuck into their delicious range of pizzas washed down with fresh brews. Plus, they also boast neon signage and a buzzing atmosphere during live music events.
A beautiful boutique restaurant, Indico is quite the stunner with its vibrant printed walls and artwork. The venue also has unique Punjabi cuisine to match - think scrumptious paneer tikka rolls, dirty malai, and highway chicken tikka.
A gorgeous restaurant in the heart of Moseley, Satori combines modern culinary artistry with Japanese tradition. It's a top pick for date night, thanks to its stunning, dark interiors - think black marble tables, touches of red and a golden dragon mural along one wall.
They take an aesthetic approach to food, presenting each dish carefully on authentic kintsugi plates - made from cracked pottery and powdered gold. As for the menu, think salmon nigiri, crab California rolls, tea-smoked miso aubergine and more.
Whether you're heading to their Brindleyplace or Colmore Row outpost, The Alchemist are a must if you're looking for quirky restaurants in Birmingham. Join them for some of the most theatrical cocktails in the city, alongside a menu of unique eats.
Head over to Bennetts Hill where this quirky spot is bringing you floral motifs, delicious eats and fruity cocktails. Try them for dinner if you're in the mood for a moreish selection of international mains, or head over at brunchtime for some classic boozy breakfasts.
Boasting lanterns and quirky furnishings, Vietnamese Street Kitchen is located in Moseley and the city centre. The menu is filled with plenty of scrumptious dishes such as a lemongrass beef curry and summer rolls, alongside tropical cocktails.
Yep, it's that restaurant with the swings for seats. Located in the always quirky Digbeth, Mowgli dishes out the finest Indian eats in a pretty aesthetic. Chow down on gunpowder chicken poppers and Himalayan-style cheese on toast while tipping back delish cocktails at this unusual dining den.
Fronting unique mosaics and pops of colour everywhere, it comes as no surprise that Comptoir Libanais made our list. Fab for delicious dinners, the venue offers mezze platters, tagines and the juiciest burgers, alongside fruity cocktails. We personally recommend trying the Apple Jack.
Head over to Resorts World and you'll find one of Birmingham's most weird and wonderful spots. Sat on top of the complex, this gorgeous rooftop spot promises a stunning selection of menus and cocktails; not to mention some of the best views in the city.
Celebrity haunt The Ivy boasts a pretty brasserie in Birmingham coming complete with signature interiors and Instagram-worthy cocktails. Head over to this stunner of a restaurant for plates of British fare and fancy afternoon teas.
Hot cheeto burgers? Fries covered in cheese? Get in our bellies now. Archies is slinging out American-style eats in an entirely pink restaurant. Inspired by an LA diner, the venue is perfect for meetup with friends and late-night milkshakes with your sweetie.
From the sleek design to legendary steaks, Gaucho is a top choice if you fancy something a little different for your next meal out. Expect sophisticated interiors, with textures and tones inspired by Argentina's forests and an extensive wine selection at this quirky spot.
Albert's Schloss is the perfect spot for a wild and wacky late-night outing. Fully embracing the Bavarian atmosphere, this hidden gem offers a selection of tasty Alpine eats and an array of entertainment, including cabaret performances, drag acts, and more. Spanning two floors, this haunt boasts shuffleboard tables, an epic outdoor space, and three top-notch bars serving a range of European beers and global wines, as well as delicious cocktails and spritzes.
One of the best independent restaurants in Birmingham, Opheem is definitely a winner. Along with bespoke tasting menus, the venue slings out innovative bites whipped up by chef Aktar Islam - we're talking scallops with Bengali coriandor, smoked aubergine and Yorkshire rhubarb.
This gorgeous bar and restaurant is one of the biggest underground haunts in Birmingham, specialising in contemporary Chinese cuisine. Swing by and sip on ginger mint smoke mojitos while grazing on pan-seared pork dumplings and a decadent Asian pear sticky toffee pudding.
One of Birmingham's most unique dining experiences, 670 Grams is a bold eatery from chef Kray Treadwell. The Michelin-starred restaurant offers a tongue-in-cheek menu of 'common food' made fancy - think veal popcorn, curry-cured salmon and Yorkshire tea with smoked bread.
Set beside Birmingham's canals, The Mayan offers a stylish escape into Mexican-inspired dining, featuring sizzling fajitas, prime steaks, and mezcal cocktails. Its gold-drenched interiors and cultural design touches make it perfect for everything from cosy dinners to private events in the Mayan Temple room.
With halal-friendly dishes and a buzzing atmosphere, it's well worth booking.
