Crufts 2025 officially launched on Tuesday, March 4, at the NEC in Birmingham, with Paralympian Ellie Simmonds kicking off the world’s biggest celebration of dogs.
The much-anticipated event, which runs from March 6 to March 10, will welcome over 20,000 dogs under one roof, showcasing everything from agility trials to breed competitions and police dog demonstrations.
Over 150,000 people typically attend Crufts, the world's largest dog show.
Although the NEC is based in Marston Green, many with tickets to the show will no doubt head into Birmingham to explore the city, too, and many people will be looking for places to eat while the competition takes place over the next few days.
Don’t worry, we have you covered.
The Good Food Guide has picked out 18 of the best restaurants in Birmingham, from fine dining to cheap eats.
Fortunately, there are several great ways to discover top-rated eateries. A great place to start is with a trusted guide like Good Food. Their experts have personally reviewed and approved each of the 18 restaurants featured, making it a reliable resource for honest recommendations.
Let’s take a look:
13. Simpsons, Highfield Road
Edgbaston's most famous restaurant is one of Birmingham's most esteemed venues. Located on the luxurious Highfield Road, Simpsons in one of just three city restaurants with a Michelin star. The likes of Kylie Minogue and Simon Cowell have eaten at the restaurant, too. Rating: Good Modern British | Restaurant Note: Simpsons is currently on the market but remains open (as of 6/02/2025) | Birmingham World
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14. Inside Tropea
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15. Tropea neighbourhood Italian restaurant in Harborne, Birmingham
Rating: Very Good and for Best Local Restaurant Italian | Restaurant | The Relationship Co
16. TXIKITEO, Jewellery Quarter
The team behind Tierra, Trentina and Tiger Bites Pigs opened a Spanish wine bar where they serve small plates - including rock oycsters, chacuterie, cheeses, quail eggs and more. Rated as: Local Gem Spanish | Restaurant | studio GDB - stock.adobe.com