Birmingham has a vibrant food and drink scene which is arguably the best in the country as there are so many different cuisines which you can choose from in the city.
Everyone has their own specific favourites and some of the places in this list are the personification of Birmingham hospitality as many have established themselves as Birmingham institutions.
We asked our readers for their favourite restaurants across the city that are no longer open. Below are the top answers.
1. Lorenzo’s, Park Street
Located opposite Selfridges car park in the city centre, Lorenzo’s was Brum’s leading celebrity restaurant, which was previously a museum and cinema. It opened in the 1970s and hosted the likes of Johan Cruyff and Barry Manilow. It was run by Lorenzo Ferrari and closed in 1993 when the owner moved back to Italy. The building was demolished in 2017 | Google
2. Jessica's, Edgbaston
Located at Asquith House on Portland Road, Jessica’s was one of Brum’s first Michelin star restaurants run by Glen Purnell. It was particularly popular in the mid 2000s. The building was converted into luxury flats in 2015 following the restaurant’s closure. | Google
3. Jarna Indian restaurant in Digbeth
The old Indian restaurant in Digbeth was also mentioned by our readers | Munali - stock.adobe.com
4. Heaven Bridge, Smallbrook Queensway
heaven Bridge was a popular venue opposite the entrance to New St station. | Getty Images