Birmingham wins 13 awards at Midlands hospitality awards - full list of winners, including best hotel, pub

It was a mega night of victory for Birmingham with 13 wins at the Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards 2023.

The event took place at Birmingham Eastside Rooms on July 10, to honour and celebrate the region’s thriving hospitality scene. The grand awards ceremony, organised and run by BEvents, saw 27 impressive businesses and individuals, recognised for their ongoing outstanding achievements across the hospitality industry in the Midlands.

Hosted by Brummie radio presenter and podcaster, Dan Kelly, who is best-known for his ten years stint on Capital’s breakfast show, the awards brought together over 500 guests for the annual celebration.

After 800 entries and 100,000 votes, the 27 winners were announced. Recognising everything from outstanding team achievements to the rising stars in the Midlands, the categories ranged from Chef of the Year and Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year to Food/Drink Festival of the Year and Cocktail Bar of the Year.

Anita Chumber, co-founder of BEvents, said:“A massive congratulations to all the incredible winners of the Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards 2023, where we rolled out the red carpet to honour the very best in the industry. These 27* outstanding businesses and individuals have truly showcased the vibrant and diverse culinary landscape of the Midlands where their exceptional achievements have not only elevated the regions hospitality industry but also created memorable experiences for all.

“After a couple of turbulent years for the sector, we are proud to have been able to cast a spotlight on the Midlands as a hub for extraordinary food and drink. Together, we raised a glass to these outstanding heroes of hospitality who continue to set a new standard of excellence.”

The full list of Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards 2023 winners are:

1. Afternoon Tea Establishment of the Year – KILO|ZIRO Cafe Bar & Refill Taproom
2. Bar/Restaurant Manager of the Year – Jordan Stewart at Gaucho
3. Boutique Hotel of the Year – Mallory Court Hotel & Spa
4. Brewery/Distillery of the Year – West Midlands Distillery
5. Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year – Thyme Kitchen
6. Chef of the Year – Rob Palmer at Toffs by Rob Palmer
7. Cocktail Bar of the Year – Fox and Chance
8. Desi Bar & Grill of the Year – The Covered Wagon
9. Dessert Parlour of the Year – LA-POP!
10. East Asian Restaurant of the Year – Yakinori - Solihull
11. Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year – Toffs by Rob Palmer
12. Food/Drink Festival of the Year - Shrewsbury Food Festival
13. Gastro Pub of the Year – The Griffin Inn
14. General Manager of the Year – Adin Memetovic at Alberts Schloss
15. Hotel Bar of the Year – The Bubble Lounge – Hotel Du Vin
16. Hotel of the Year – Edgbaston Park Hotel & Conference Centre
17. Independent Coffee Shop of the Year – The Two Mugs
18. Italian Restaurant of the Year - Venezia Italian Restaurant
19. People’s Choice – Alberts Schloss
20. Rising Star of the Year – Christiana Kruzewski at Orelle
21. South Asian Restaurant of the Year – Omar Khayam Indian Restaurant
22. Steak House of the Year – Black Iron at Winstanley House
23. Street Food Operator of the Year – Urban Spice Box
24. Traditional Pub of the Year – The Good Intent
25. Vegetarian or Vegan Restaurant of the Year – Land Restaurant
26. Venue of the Year – Millennium Point
27. Sustainable Food Business of the Year - KILO|ZIRO Cafe Bar & Refill Taproom