The 9 best restaurants in Birmingham City Centre- according to Google Reviews

As city centre’s go, Birmingham is pretty good in terms of grabbing a bite to eat. The centre is a mixed bag of eateries, catering to almost all the choices you could possibly want.

With this huge selection comes a dilemma, however. That is trying to decide just where you’ll go for an evening meal or even just a light lunch.

Not to worry, we’ve got you covered. In an effort to cut down the huge choice on offer, here is a selection of the best rated restaurants within Birmingham city centre.

The list has been constructed using Google reviews. None of the restaurants on the list have a rating below 4.5 out of five.

To help you to decide which on the list you’ll visit first, we’ve also included a review left for each of the restaurants. So, here we go, cast your eye over one of the many fine eating establishments the city centre has to offer.

Grand Central Kitchen

Address: 7 Stephenson St, Birmingham B2 4BL

Google rating: 4.8/5

What customers are saying: “Me and my partner came here during a weekend away, and the food was amazing! They provide gluten free bread so there is a wide range of gluten free options from breakfasts to sandwiches/paninis. I had a mocha, and can honestly say it’s one of the best I have tasted. The staff were very accommodating and attentive, with the service being quick, but the quality of food was exceptional. We even returned for a second time before going home!”

Adam’s Restaurant

Address: New Oxford House, 16 Waterloo St, Birmingham B2 5UG

Google rating: 4.8/5

What customers are saying: “Had a fantastic lunch here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. As we were lunching we went for the seven course tasting menu and a carafe of white wine and a glass of red rather than having the wine pairing. Each of the courses, and indeed the snacks, were delicious. Real standouts were the quail and the pumpkin custard dessert.

“Each dish was a brilliant mix of textures and flavours and beautifully presented. Service was great and we even got a little bottle of syrup each to make salted caramel coffees. Another fantastic experience at Adam’s and hopefully one we’ll be able to enjoy again.”

Land Restaurant

Address: 30 Great Western Arcade, Birmingham B2 5HU

Google rating: 4.8/5

What customers are saying: “My partner booked us an eight course tasting menu but with the pandemic we couldn’t make it they understood this and gave us a voucher for next time. When we booked again the menu did change so we had to pay £20 on top of the voucher that would have covered the cost of the previous menu. A little on the pricey side but the food was amazing and all vegan! They offer wine that pairs with the food.”

Purnells

Address: 55 Cornwall St, Birmingham B3 2DH

Google rating: 4.7/5

What customers are saying: “Wow! An incredible experience, with the best meal I have ever eaten. A wonderful dining room, with attentive and warm staff, not too over crowded, so a good atmosphere but privacy too. Each course was magnificent, some with brilliant theatre and all with incredible flavours. Well worth a visit, an experience you won’t forget. Expensive, but worth every penny.”

Tiger Bites Pig

Address: 34 Stephenson St, Birmingham B2 4BH

Google rating: 4.7/5

What customers are saying: “This is an incredibly tasty and cosy place. The staff are very welcoming and a joy to chat to. Food is incredible - I keep coming back with friends and family, whether for lunch or dinner. For me the bao buns were the absolute highlight.”

Gaucho

Address: Lower Ground Retail, 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 2AA

Google rating: 4.5/5

What customers are saying: “Great service, great vibe. Beautiful interior. If you want to celebrate something special, this is definitely a great place to go. In my experience, unless you get the churrasco marinated cuts, the meat lacks flavour for the price you pay for it.

“They do cook it well,  but it just tastes like any other steak to me. The butter mushrooms also were a bit skimpy and came in a stodgy sauce. I think they can step the food up a nudge to compliment the otherwise immaculate vibe.”

Dishoom

Address: One Chamberlain Sq, Birmingham B3 3AX

Google rating: 4.5/5

What customers are saying: “Such a brilliant restaurant, fantastic service’s fantastic, food out of this world. Such great taste and good portions sizes. The decor is variant and set in an old Indian railway station. The Birmingham Dishoom is very spacious and bright. If you want to treat your family, the places recommended to go to. Also do breakfast portions, which is also highly recommended.”

La Galleria

Address: 5A Ethel St, Birmingham B2 4BG

Google rating: 4.5/5

What customers are saying: “Beautifully furnished place to eat when you fancy a high standard Italian, though I picked English. Could not resist the thought of lamb this first visit, pancake was not the usual soft floppy but pleasant nevertheless with ice cream plus best sweetest white wine ever. Excellent waiter service.”

The Ivy Temple Row

Address: 67-71 Temple Row, Birmingham B2 5LS

Google rating: 4.5/5

What customers are saying: “Had a fantastic time at the Ivy. The customer service was excellent, the decor was brilliant and the food was fantastic. Prices were on the higher side. The lamb pappardelle was good however the star of the show was the Chocolate Bomb dessert. The cocktails were also delicious. Would definitely visit again.”