Christmas Lunch in Birmingham

Not just a hub of quirky theatre and gin tastings, Old Joint Stock Pub & Theatre has also garnered a name for their high-quality pub grub. Step inside the historic Birmingham boozer for a traditional decor and plates of turkey and spuds.

Head out to Edgbaston where this charming gastro pub will serve you up the perfect winter warmer. Decked out in twinkling decorations and a cosy fire, you can feast on turkey and trimmings, slow-roasted pork cheeks and gingerbread crème brûlée alongside a range of veggie, vegan and pescatarian options to suit every diet.

Bringing the spirit of Argentina to Birmingham, Gaucho is perfect for a super smart Christmas dinner in the city centre. The opulent restaurant serves several menus, all with high-quality steaks at the centre.

In charge of keeping colleagues happy? The Button Factory in the Jewellery Quarter is a good place to start with a range of spaces to settle into and work your way through a festive menu that includes roast Norfolk bronze turkey and six-hour braised ox cheeks.

A staple on the British highstreet, Browns Brasserie & Bar Birmingham leans towards your stereotypical Christmas offering, with turkey, beef and pork all up for grabs. And along with catering for parties, the space is open on Christmas Day, serving a decadent five courses.

Surely one of the prettiest spots in Birmingham for a Christmas meal, The Botanist is a wooden-decked, winter-perfect restaurant. Set on Temple Street, the space puts its trademark twist on the festive season; think turkey versions of their famous hanging kebabs and slabs of honeycomb cheesecake.

If you weren't already sold on the idea of Christmas lunch in a gin distillery, this spot will convince you with their rich selection of bites, including sharing boards, canapes, pizza parties and the traditional turkey.

As well as festive afternoon teas and a Christmas day meal, Three Church Road has got a tasty three-course offering come December. Head to this upmarket townhouse for a feast that includes slow-braised lamb shoulder, pan-fried scallops and Christmas pudding.

Gas Street Social are back with more Christmas antics, and this year they've bought party igloos. If you're looking to dig into one of the best Christmas lunches in Birmingham in true festive style, book one out for a session of seasonal cocktails and tasty food platters.

The Rose Villa Tavern are on the scene fronting a menu with an unmistakable Americana flavour this Christmas season. From the turkey pie to the stuffed cauliflower, show a three-course spread who's boss for less than £25. But make sure you get the fizz in for that real festive feel.