Michelin Guide 2023 is updated monthly and a restaurant near Birmingham has joined the prestigious list. Chef Matt Cheal’s stylish Cheal’s in Knowle, Solihull joined the entries for August. It has been lauded for its “deep understanding of flavour and balance”.
Owner and chef Cheal opened the restaurant in Knowle only six months ago after closing down his restaurant in Henley-in-Arden after seven years.
Chef Glynn Purnell’s Plates by Purnells was added to the guide earlier this year. Just few doors down from his Michelin starred Purnell’s - this tapas restaurant has come to be known for its small bites and great drinks list. Meanwhile, Carters of Moseley - another Michelin starred restaurant - has moved away from Birmingham. Last year, Black and Green in Barnt Green made it to the list just three months after opening.
There are six Michelin star restaurants in Birmingham and Solihull and they all have one star each. The Guide awards up to three Michelin stars to amazing restaurants.
Here is every restaurant in and around Birmingham to make the Michelin Guide for 2023:
13. The Oyster Club by Adam Stoke’s in Birmingham City Centre
The Oyster Club is for those who love seafood. The restaurant also offers top quality shellfish and other fishes. They arrive from all over the country, added the guide. (Photo - Michelin Guide/Jack Spicer Adam’s/The Oyster Club by Adam Stokes) | Michelin Guide/Jack Spicer Adam’s/The Oyster Club by Adam Stokes)
14. Asha’s, Birmingham city centre
A celeb hub - this restaurant has been serving amazing Indian cuisine. Named after renowned artiste/gourmet Asha Bhosle - it is a franchisee of the restaurant by the singer. | Birmingham World
15. Plates by Purnell, Birmingham city centre
This tapas restaurant by Chef Purnell is a new entry into the guide and is already known for its “quality cooking runs throughout”. | Plates by Purnell
16. Folium, Jewellery Quarter
The Michelin Guide said that the chef-owner of this little gem in the Jewellery Quarter prepares a well-balanced set menu which relies on top quality, seasonal British ingredients. It added: “Flavours are bold and complementary and the wine pairings are thoughtfully considered. The room is uncluttered but not without personality.” | SquareMeal