Fresh ingredients in Birmingham

“Had a fantastic experience when I stopped by today. I saw them on Instagram so popped in to try a couple of coffees and the team were all very friendly. Jonah took me through some of the different beans they had an offer and gave some great recommendations. I enjoyed my latte so much that I even picked up a bag of the beans to take home. Looking forward to coming back.”

“I wanted to try the “freshly grounded” coffee as seen when I walked past on the high street. The taste of the coffee had exceeded my expectations. It was perfectly smooth. Any coffee lover understands that the taste is in the temperature of the milk and my latte was made to serve my taste buds.”

“A proper lovely Italian and the food is superb. Great atmosphere and lovely ambience.”

“Top mark's for being open, after most other good coffee shops had closed. A notable mention also, for taking Amex, when many places do not (not judging, I get it, but, nice for me that Elio do). Burnt Basque Cheesecake, if you please. That's cool. Atmosphere is light, bright, and airy (and a bit noisy, like most big spaces are). And the coffee? Expertly poured, for sure. Good stuff. Edit: OMG, I've just devoured the cheesecake .... absolutely superb.”

“Absolutely Outstanding! I recently visited Tokyo Izakaya and was blown away by the whole experience. The atmosphere is warm, stylish, and authentically Japanese. You feel like you’ve stepped straight into a Tokyo backstreet eatery. The sushi was incredibly fresh and beautifully presented; every bite melted in the mouth. I've tried Chicken Kastu Curry, Chicken Kastu, Akita Mango and Salmon Maki, and Volcano Dragon Maki. It was full of flavour and grilled to perfection. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made great recommendations from both the food and sake menu. The Robata grill dishes were a standout, and the tonkotsu ramen was rich, comforting, and packed with umami. A big thank you to Jessica, Mukesh, and the entire team for the delicious food and warm hospitality. If you’re looking for genuine Japanese dining in Birmingham, this is easily one of the best. I’ll definitely be returning. Highly recommended!”

“We had a great lunch at Las Iguanas. Aaliyah was our host and was welcoming and attentive. The food and cocktails were great, especially the prawns! We will definitely be back when in town.”

“The food and service was amazing. Eight of us were at the restaurant. We ordered a variety of different dishes and they all came out at the same time. They even gave us some complimentary mocktails. I will definitely come again”

“It's a lovely resturants with a great atmosphere. The food was absolutely beautiful. We asked for a quiet corner table,as it was our wedding anniversary, which they catered for. They even surprised us with an anniversary dessert. Our server, Armahdo, was diligent, pleasant and catered for our needs. I would 100% recommend this resturant.”

“Very intimate venue with a classic decor. Generous portion sizes and great flavours, absolutely wholesome food. Starters - goat cheese parcel and king scallops were fantastic. The thermidor sauce on the scallops was a highlight. Mains - steak dolceletta and lamb ragu raviolini. Both fantastic and loved the homemade pasta. Steak had some very complimentary blue cheese. Desserts - were both not really dessert people due to poor quality in restaurants but these were lovely, I had the pavlova and it was massive but still light. If we had to critique, the service felt a little rushed and the ambience was affected by the music that was dicey/dated Would go again 4 alcoholic drinks 2 starters 2 mains 2 desserts 1 side £115”

“Delicious mutton ever I had in England. Chicken seekh was yummy. Overall best experience at MyLahore. Thanks Fahad for wonderful service .”

“Simple decor might put some people off but don't be fooled, the food more than makes up for it. From the prompt, friendly welcome upon arrival to the quick turnaround on our order (despite being a busy weekend lunchtime) I genuinely couldn't find anything to fault with this place. And kudos to Hamza for the excellent table service. Highly recommended and would happily visit again.”

“Kevin taught me how to use chop sticks and shared some of his culture with me and my friend. Apparently I’m smart for being left handed so I’ll take that lol! Food was really nice, good portion for the price and they were really kind serving us and interactive. Environment was super calm enough can tell it’s a meet up spot. :D”

“A Hidden Gem in Birmingham - The Palace Hotpot I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Palace Hotpot in Birmingham, and it was an experience worth sharing. From the moment we stepped in, we were welcomed with warm, friendly service that set the tone for the entire meal. The staff were attentive without being overbearing, always ready to explain the menu and offer recommendations, which made our experience even better. Now, let's talk about the food—simply outstanding. The variety of fresh ingredients available for the hotpot was impressive, with a wide selection of meats, vegetables, and premium broths to choose from. The ingredients were top-quality, and you could really taste the freshness in every bite. The broths had rich, complex flavors that were perfect for dipping and cooking the ingredients. Whether you prefer a spicy kick or something milder, there’s a broth for every taste. What really stood out was the pricing—affordable without compromising on quality. It’s not easy to find such a great balance of value and taste in Birmingham, but The Palace Hotpot nails it. Overall, I’d highly recommend The Palace Hotpot to anyone looking for a fun, delicious dining experience in Birmingham. The combination of great service, amazing food, and reasonable prices makes it a standout choice. Can’t wait to return!”

“My favourite breakfast spot in Bham. It has a really nice decor. I always come back for the saffron tea because I just can’t find it anywhere! We had the breakfast meze and it was such a feast! We chose the baba ghanoush, Shakshouka, damascena fuul and falafels. Had a party in my mouth dipping flatbreads in the different dips. The falafels were beautifully crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. And it’s also not heavy on the pocket.”

“The array of bread and pastries are great, with huge variety of both sweet and savoury options to have in or take away. Following suit, the menu is HUGE, especially for brunch, with lots of creative and unique options that you wouldn’t find elsewhere, mostly spins on brunch classics. We had the brisket benny, which was pretty nice. Pulled brisket and hollandaise sauce, with poached eggs and an English muffin. It was good, but didn’t quite live up to our excitement when we read it on the menu, falling a little flat. That being said, it was tasty and we will sure be back to try some other stuff as it all looked fab. I had a plain Crossiant, which unfortunately was verging on stale. Good flavour, but it was very hard and really wasn’t even close to my dreams of a flakey and light pastry. Oh well. The teas we had were very tasty, and the vibes in the place are pretty cool. There’s many rooms to choose from, so it does feel cosy and atmospheric. The staff were also nice, being pretty attentive and got the job done.”

“Shika's takeaway, has some great selection of Indian food, staff are friendly and some nice offers on Monday and Tuesday. Food was great.”

“Visited whilst in Birmingham for the Commonwealth Games. They have a lovely terrace which is a must on a sunny day. We sat just inside so had the best of both worlds. The food was delicious and well cooked. The service was impeccable and staff were fantastic. The chef's choice of cheeses were amazing. It was a lovely treat.”

“This was my 1st visit to Titash and I can definitely say it will not be my last! We went to celebrate my father in law's birthday and it could not have been a better place to go! From the moment we walked in we were greeted by the most welcoming, friendly and happy people! The food was exceptional, so so tasty! Unfortunately I didn't take any photos as we all just tucked in as soon as we were served! The staff were very attentive and made sure we had what we needed at all times! They also bought out a slice of cake at the end with a candle and a sparkler for my father in law's birthday, which was such a lovely gesture! We can definitely see why they have won the West Midlands Curry Champion of the year! 100% recommend!”

“I was served by Hafsah and had such a wonderful experience! She was so friendly, lively and full of positivity energy which made the experience so much better. She clearly knows her job very well and went above and beyond to help. I really appreciate her kindness and professionalism- she truly made my day!”

“Food was great and high quality. Customer service was lovely too the staff were really friendly. Food was delicious too”

“Fantastic Persian restaurant - a must-visit. The food is spot-on and good for vegetarians and vegans, service was excellent, and the interior is gorgeous. Thank you so much to Colbeh for providing a seamless staff dinner experience for our team, and many of us commented that we will be back again and will be recommending to friends and family.”

“As soon as you step through the doors you feel like you’re visiting restaurant owner Negar in her home. Beautiful interior, relaxing music, attention to details and very very tasty food… Looking at the menu feels inappropriate… You just want to ask “What’s for dinner?” :) More than highly recommended… IT’S A MUST!!! Shared starter platter with traditional Persian dishes, Grilled Halloumi with Saffron rice, Rose tea and Saffron/Pistachio ice cream for dessert… And some original artwork…”

“Great little cafe with good variety to choose from It was quiet when we went in”

“I always get breakfast here and it's great,, The lady is so friendly.. Definitely worth trying it out”

“We had a lovely breakfast this morning, Ness was our lovely server. Quick n very friendly service. She was fantastic We came and sat in the dog friendly bar there is also a small garden area which is dog friendly too. Ness came brought stormy the dog a treat over . Our breakfasts were delicious, would definitely come back again. You can get the refillable fizzy pop and choose what you like. Don't forget to put your car registration into the screen as u come in to get your free parking. Lovely clean toilets too”

“The best roast meat and braised meat that I've eaten in UK. Very simple decor, staff may look stern and blunt but actually friendly and accomodated our requests. The soup of the day for £3 (only available on some days) tastes nice and portion size very generous. Highly recommended. Restaurant only takes cash but there is a ATM nearby”

“What a delightful hidden gem. In amongst the high rises and the overpass there’s this insanely tasty burger joint. Simple, Affordable a perfect as a stop in on your way into town or somewhere quiet to chat over food. Well cooked. Well seasoned burgers. Fresh ingredients. I had onion rings on the side and they were substantial but not oppressively large.”