Birmingham’s hospitality scene is everchanging and new spots regularly throw open their doors. We’ve had a close look at 11 new places to eat and drink which have opened recently or are coming soon.
And, the new openings are not limited to Birmingham city centre - there is so much going on beyond the heart of the city. Different neighbourhoods have are proving quite an attraction and everyone celebrates when the latest and popular restaurants pop up in their backyards.
From pizzas to pints - these openings will offer great variety and Brummies are going to be spoilt for choice. Visting all of these venues would certainly be a challenge and would likely take customers days but they are worth checking out.
Some are new concepts while others are tried and tested but have moved to a different location. So, if you are looking forward to an exciting summer - you can begin by pencilling these 11 new food and drinks outlets in your calendar.
Here are the 11 new bars, pubs and restaurants that have opened or are opening soon in Birmingham:
5. Bundobust, city centre
Bundobust is opening in Bennetts Hill in Birmingham in a beautiful Grade II listed building where Pint Shop used to be located. It will be the fifth UK venue for the vegetarian and vegan Gujarati street food company. Bundobust’s street food and craft beer has even been decribed as “uncompromising and self-confident and, above all else, clever,” by food critic Jay Rayner. It opens on June 2. (Photo - Google Photos) | Google
6. New cocktail bar opening in JQ
A new cocktail bar is opening in Jewellery Quarter on June 2 and it has a Japanese Izakaya theme. Izakaya’s are a type of informal Japanese bar that serves alcoholic drinks and snacks. Award-winning bartender Robert Wood and his fiancee are bringing their third venture together. (Photo - Unsplash/Ash Edmonds) | Unsplash/Ash Edmonds
7. BOX sports bar, Brindleyplace
BOX - a new sports bar - is set to open its doors to customers on Saturday, June 3. It will open its doors in the old Pizza Express location. It’s huge venue (10,000sq ft which can hold 575 guests) with a premium offering from the team behind Manahatta on Temple Row. They have a shuffleboard area with 218 foot shuffleboard tables, 36 TV screens, and so much more. (Photo - Dan Knott/Delicious PR) | Dan Knott/Delicious PR
8. Burger & Sauce, Selly Oak
After the success of Burger & Sauce in Bullring and other Birmingham locations - this chain fast food restaurant will open in Selly Oak in mid-June. They are known for their handmade burgers and their amazing sauce. (Photo - Burger & Sauce) | Burger & Sauce