Intimate dining in Birmingham

“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!”

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

“Amazing food and excellent service with great atmosphere. Will definitely come back.”

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

“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!”

“First time I came here to celebrate my friend’s 60th birthday. Very easy to find, right opposite pigeon park, where St Philip’s Cathedral is. Name of restaurant is big and clear, and can’t be missed. I arrived early and was greeted by Astrida, who was lovely! I was holding a big bunch of flowers, which she kindly put away for me and she instantly made me feel very welcome. Tamarah was also very friendly. As I sat and waited for my friends to arrive, I was approached by every member of staff, who asked me if I wanted a drink whilst I was waiting. The customer service was just brilliant! The interior of the restaurant is very stylish and the toilets are posh! The only negative comment I have is that I ordered a main meal (I can’t remember what it was called, but it was newly added to the menu - pasta, white sauce). The proportion of this meal was not enough for it to be served as a main meal. It was something you would expect if you ordered a starter. Proportions of other meals might be ok, but not for this meal. I will still give this restaurant 5 stars as we had a great time, but please take my comments on board, as customers want good value for money.”

“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.”

“What a meal! Simply stunning food. The Church should be sold out every day such is the quality of the food here, I can't believe it wasn't busier. Everything we had was superb, but the beef Sunday roast was one of the best I've had in a restaurant in a long time. We were very greedy and shared three starters too, which were all delicious but probably a bit too much food in total for just the two of us. Nevermind, nothing went to waste! My only criticism was the toasted sourdough was a bit crispy, and I'd have loved the scotch egg to have a runny yolk. But these are minor points in an otherwise perfect meal with faultless service from the great staff.”

“We popped in to have some food here. The prepayment system is easy to use, and the staff helped us to have a card and top it up. There are different eateries with Korian, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Chinese food. The concept is perfect, the staff is friendly, the food is tasty, and we had massive portions. I will definitely visit when I visit Birmingham next time.”

“I have been coming here regularly for over a year. The atmosphere, food and shisha is always amazing. The service is great. Nikki is very welcoming, open and down to earth. I would recommend this place to anyone who loves shisha and good food.”

“This place has always been a special place, had lots of good memories here including dates and graduation parties etc. So we decided to visit after the revamp. Lets get critical. From the outside the restaurant looked closed, as the restaurant ambience is now darkened, was hard to tell if they were open. Didn't see any open sign either. We were greeted instantly and there was only one other couple inside. The new Menu is a polished version of their old menu. I told the manager I was carb conscious and on a diet so he recommended the mixed grill (platter for two) which I took and was delicious, each item on the plate is unique in flavour. The extra side salad was appreciated. Lamb chops the best around and done properly. Having the biryani pastry cut open infront of you is a nice touch and nice to watch. What was quite embarrassing for this restaurant is Birmingham mail quote "Birmingham restaurant reopens after making half-a-million-pound change 'to survive" yet the blue dinner plates we dined with were labelled from ikea on the back. Guys your decor is amazing so don't cut corners here. Attention to detail on everything is needed when customers are paying premium and you want them to return back. Two people is £100 here but will happily pay again as the food was quality.”

“Amazing food quality, very pleased with their taste”

“Overall, our experience at Taka Tak was enjoyable, with delicious food and good service. However, we were disappointed by the unfriendly attitude of the staff. Additionally, there were limited options to keep our children entertained, such as a shortage of crayons or pencil colors. Despite these shortcomings, we would still recommend Taka Tak for its tasty cuisine.”

“Stopped by one afternoon for an ice cream and drink, we sat outside the restaurant which was pleasant. Friendly staff and the service was great, one of the staff members was kind enough to offer my friend a glass of water while she waited for me to finish(was a very hot day).”

“Previously visited Cheals when based in Henley-in-Arden. This was our first time at their new location in Knowle and we had a wonderful time. The restaurant is much more spacious now and the interior tastefully decorated. So, first impressions were great. Our waiter gave a warm welcome and expertly guided us through the menu and wine list. A very capable front of house team. My wife and I opted for the a la carte lunch menu and with each course our enthusiasm for the next grew. The hardest thing is deciding between all the tempting choices on offer, so if your budget stretches to it, I'd go for the tasting menu for a real treat. The highlight for us both was the dessert course. What a selection of moreish puddings skillfully prepared. Hats off to their patisserie chef. We chose Cheals for our second wedding anniversary and were delighted we did. We'll definitely be returning soon and would highly recommend it to others too.”

“Amazing accidental find and been twice in two days so well impressed with this place. It’s a small cosy family run Italian pizzeria with lots of atmosphere, great food and an amazing chef with his team. So for an 8pm booking, we had cocktails at the bar, starters, pizza (one of which was Vegan and Gluten free), followed by Tiramisu and Limoncello to end the evening - lovely night for first time visit. Big thanks for Chef Toni, Luke and Christian for their hospitality.”

“I go here occasionally , I went here for scrambled egg on toast, my meal was perfect. I asked for plenty of butter , I got exactly what I asked for. I would recommend going here for a take away or an eat in meal. I've had take aways before. Fridah makes great sandwiches and the prices are great too , it's inexpensive. Fridayh will accommodate what ever you ask her for , I asked for a toasted club sandwich in the past which Fridah hadn't made before , she did it perfectly for me .Its a clean cafe , You can park outside . They are always welcoming.”

“Popped in for a drink as it looked nice from the outside and ended up staying for three or four. The guys who own it were phenomenally friendly and the vibe was brilliant. Even brought us some tasters. Would recommend for sure, and we will be back.”

“I recently visited ME YOU / Desserts & Burgers and was blown away by the quality of the food and drinks. The burger was juicy and full of flavor, the karak chai was perfectly spiced and soothing, the Oreo milkshake was creamy and indulgent, and the pistachio milk cake was incredibly moist and delicious. Each item was crafted with care, and the combination of flavors made the experience unforgettable. Highly recommend this spot for anyone craving great food and desserts!”

“Beautiful Eritrean restaurant with a wide menu. We had a vegetarian sample platter (bebaynetu) as well as a lamb stew (alicha). We also tried mes, Eritrean honey mead, which wasn’t on the menu but we asked for, and it was delicious.”

“Beautiful food and service. Pizza is THE BEST one l have had ever….. gorgeous! (and lm not pizza lover- so quite critical usually!) Beautiful experience”

“Atmosphere was amazing, Sanjoy prepared a great menu and shared tons of knowledge. Was surprisingly full afterwards despite the small taster portions. But there was a lot to try! Sushi was 10/10, tempura was 10/10 miso soup was 10000/10. Sea urchin is not nice though can't lie. Taste like soap. -7/10”

“I came to this Italian restaurant for lunch today and it pleasantly surprised me. The environment was comfortable, the food was delicious, and the staff was very professional. They explained each food in detail to the guests, and their service attitude was of the caliber of a star hotel.”

“I bought my mum here for her birthday, along with my sister and husband. We absolutely loved everything about the food. It was beautiful and SO flavourful. We had the 7 course tasting menu (and there was also 3 amuse bouche, a bread and 3 petit fours) and we were left full but not uncomfortably so, and definitely not hungry. The staff are very knowledgeable about the processes that go into the food and drink. They gave my mum a wee birthday card which was lovely. My husband and I recently ate at Gauthier Soho and we enjoyed the food at the atmosphere at Land much more. Highly recommend to vegans and omnis alike!”

“Exceptional hospitality - genuinely cannot remember more attentive and personal service. The food was excellent with very generous portions. Lovely atmosphere. A wonderful Romanian evening!”

“Recently found this gem. I can’t believe I didn’t know about it until I went on my nieces Facebook as I don’t have FB. The malteser cheesecake and shortbread are amazing. I’ve been looking for cafes with homemade cakes and these truly are homemade, which is such a rarity! The staff also make the latte to preference such as decaf/ oat milk etc the indoor area is clean with tasteful decor. The outside seating is really lovely as it’s based in a pretty and peaceful location. There is a free car park that can be used. Owner is lovely and friendly. We felt very welcome. I was a bit worried as I’ve been to other places which are a bit hostile towards Muslims/ Asians but there was no need to be worried here. I haven’t tried the food yet but when I do I will edit my review . I’d love to see more cheesecake flavours as Gil is a great baker . I am a baker too and I have very high standards so that’s saying something . Im definitely not easily pleased when it comes to cakes. Overall really lovely cafe . I went to another cafe before I discovered Gils for homemade cakes and that was such a major disappointment in quality and taste and did not compare to Gils. Prices are really good for the cake considering it’s homemade and generous portions . Only wish I could visit more often but due to health problems I can’t but when I do it’s a lovely experience. Thanks!”

“Genuinely the best meal I have ever eaten. Every bite was delicious and extremely well thought out. The wine paring was spot on too. The service was lovely and personal. We were in a 2 Michelin star restaurant last week and this place tops its. Come on Michelin Man pull your finger out and get at least one star hanging up in here.”

“Lovely little Thai restaurant tucked away in the countryside. Went with friends on a Monday & it was almost fully booked! Staff are lovely, food was absolutely delicious. We shared a few dishes between us but the duck curry & seabass with ginger were my standouts. Can’t wait to go back!”

“We had the prawn bao, salmon kimbap, seafood okonomiyaki, and crab inari with two drinks. Very yummy, authentic food that didn’t disappoint! It came out to £52, including tip. We walked in with no reservations at 7 pm on Saturday and were seated instantly because there were only two other couples. Not halal, but there are vegetarian, gluten-free, and seafood options.”