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The best 8 places to eat in Birmingham

Sep 16, 2022
The best 8 places to eat in Birmingham
Come for Birmingham’s must-see attractions and stay for its impressive culinary scene. That’s right – the city’s collecting Michelin stars by the year, offering a foodie experience like no other.

Here we’ve picked the best 8 places to eat in this exciting hub in the West Midlands, from high-end options to budget-friendly spots only locals know.

Budget-friendly restaurants in Birmingham 

 
If you’re looking for tasty food, but don’t want to spend a fortune, find below our top picks for budget-friendly restaurants. 
 

The Birmingham Stable

 
Fresh sourdough pizzas and craft pints and ales: Welcome to the Stable! Found a stone’s throw from Birmingham New Street, this venue is the ideal option if you want to spend a laid-back night out with your friends.
 
Ingredients are all locally sourced, from Gloucestershire's sourdough and Somerset’s meat to the real highlight – Glastonbury’s mozzarella.  
 
Find out more: https://stablepizza.com/birmingham/food/
 

La Galleria

 
Italian food is known to be simple yet flavourful, made with healthy ingredients, so who doesn’t like a taste of it? At La Galleria, you can experience authentic Italian dining, with a vast selection of pasta dishes, risotto and seafood. 
 
Nestled between Birmingham New Street and Grand Central station, this cosy, family-run venue offers abundant portions at a reasonable price, making it a valid alternative for all occasions. 
 
Find out more: https://www.lagalleriaitalianrestaurant.co.uk/
 

Original Patty Men

 
Next door to Birmingham Moor Street, Original Patty Men is a firm favourite among burgers enthusiasts. 
 
Launched by a group of designers, the restaurant has three venues scattered around Brum’s districts: Digbeth, Stirchley and Kilder. You can play it safe and opt for the classic bacon cheeseburger or try one of their originals, such as the pineapple express or the Alabama slammer – an explosion of flavours. 

Find out more: https://originalpattymen.com/
 

Gas Street Social

 
Whether it’s brunching, after-work drinks, or a romantic evening meal, Gas Street Social is the go-to place for informal yet delicious dining. 
 
Sitting along Birmingham Canal Old Line, this venue offers tasty burgers, small and big plates to share, wings and nachos. But the cocktails are the real highlight. As one of Brum’s longest surviving independent cocktail bars, expect the unexpected, from the Venetian Spritz and Floozie’s Fizz to the iconic Baltida – Birmingham institution. 

Find out more: https://www.gasstreetsocial.co.uk/
 

High-end restaurants in Birmingham

 
Rooftops terraces, celebrity hotspots, Michelin-starred restaurants, and you name it - Birmingham is brimming with exclusive venues. Here we’ve shortlisted our favourite high-end spots in the city.
 

Tattu Birmingham

 
If you thought an old boiler room couldn’t be transformed into a stylish restaurant, you were wrong. Look at Tattu! 
 
Founded by two brothers in 2015, this grand venue aims to deliver contemporary Chinese cuisine, taking guests on a sensory journey through Asia. Off-the-wall presentations and award-winning designs are complemented by seasonal dishes, including black cod croquettes and prawn toast. 
 
Find out more: https://tattu.co.uk/
 

Opheem

 
Located on the site of a former nightclub on Summer Row, Opheem is Michelin star-winner Aktar Islam’s first solo project. 
 
This elegant restaurant pushes the boundaries of Indian cuisine by combining traditional and modern cooking techniques from the world. Here you can choose from a 5-course tasting menu, a 10-course tasting menu or à la carte. Every dish comes from a different part of India, from Andhra Pradesh and Mumbai to Delhi. 
 
Find out more: https://opheem.com/
 

Adam’s

 
Tucked in Waterloo Street, Adam’s was founded in 2013 and is a Michelin-starred restaurant offering an exclusive gastronomic adventure. The venue proposes three different menu options – a 3-course lunch menu, tasting menu and à la carte. 
 
Their focus is on fresh seasonal produce, and the menus can change daily. Be sure to try the chalk stream trout from the lunch offer and the Cornish turbot from the à la carte. 
 
Find out more: https://www.adamsrestaurant.co.uk/
 

The Oyster Club

 
Lying in the heart of the action, the Oyster Club is a must-try for all seafood connoisseurs. 
 
The restaurant offers six different varieties on ice, ready to be shucked. You can choose to have them in the traditional way or with a Japanese dressing. There are also three types of caviar. Don’t worry if you are not too keen on oysters – the menu also includes small and large plates to share. 
 
Find out more: https://www.the-oyster-club.co.uk/
 

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