Stirchley has got various gems that make my city centre wanker heart green with envy, but the Tierra x Cork and Cage combo is right up there. There’s no denying Stirchley is thriving – pandemic or not. Even before the heady days of pubs reopening in July (remember that? When things seemed a bit less…
Category: Bars & Pubs
The Pineapple Club opens at Great Western Arcade
If you like cocktails, sexy soft furnishings and all day dining with a Spanish twist you’re probably going to love The Pineapple Club at Great Western Arcade. From the same people that brought you The Vanguard in Jewellery Quarter, this new opening has been a labour of love for owner Sam – and a long…
What are the local lockdown rules in Birmingham for eating out?
*UPDATE 25/11/20: BIRMINGHAM IS CURRENTLY IN TIER 3 AND PUBS, BARS AND RESTAURANTS ARE CLOSED* The new local lockdown rules in Birmingham come into play as of Tuesday 15th September. Here’s what you need to know re dining out: Please note the below info has been edited since publication in line with the updated government…
Wine Freedom opens in Digbeth (and it’s ace)
Offering a “no bourgeois bollocks” approach to vino, Wine Freedom has now officially opened its shutters in Digbeth. Found on Floodgate Street (right by The Ruin) this bar offers a wonderful selection of delicious natural wines and snacks to enjoy in a unique setting. If you like plants and getting drunk with nice people you’ll…
Review | Gas Street Social, Mailbox
Gas Street Social is back open in Mailbox, serving up tasty brunches and lovely service. The story of how I came to know this is mildly ridiculous. In the typical haphazard fashion you’ve all come to know and love (she assumes) over the last few years, the reason for my visit was being a bit…
Indian Brewery taproom opens in Aston
The Indian Brewery taproom has opened to the public. Serving up their in-house brewed beers and Indian street food, the taproom has been a long time coming for the family who are most known for their Snow Hill branch. The new opening is located on an industrial estate at the back of the Jewellery Quarter,…
Zumhof Biergarten opens in Digbeth
Something new has come to Digbeth! Say hello to Zumhof Biergarten. The large indoor and outdoor venue takes over the old Air nightclub space opposite Digbeth Dining Club. As well as a decent selection of well-priced beers and cocktails, there’s a food hut serving bratwursts, burgers and loaded fries alongside Rudy’s pizzas. Most food is…
How to support your independent restaurants, cafes and bars after lockdown
I’ve not written a blog post since March. It didn’t feel right, relevant or particularly useful to anyone, including myself. So hello, welcome back (sort of) and I hope those of you reading this are healthy and doing ok. It’s been a wild ride, hasn’t it? I’m not going to write a barrage of trite…
Review | Dropshot, Digbeth
In the last 12 months Digbeth has seen more openings than an orgy. And that’s a good thing really. I talk about Digbeth on here a lot and I have a lot of love for many of the places to eat and drink around this neck of the woods. Digbeth Dining Club is arguably the…
Renovation for The Old Crown in Digbeth now complete
The oldest pub in Birmingham, The Old Crown, has reopened following an extensive renovation. Established in 1368, The Old Crown is undoubtedly a Digbeth staple. It closed its doors for nearly a month to undergo a cosmetic facelift, opening back up to the public at the end of January. Despite the modernised makeover, The Old…
January 2020 restaurant deals in Birmingham
I do this post about restaurant deals in Birmingham every year, so I won’t bother with a snazzy intro or some insightful chat about how my Christmas was. I got drunk and fat like the rest of you – thanks for asking anyway. Here’s the list of January 2020 restaurant deals in Birmingham that may help…
Birmingham’s first non-profit bar opens in Great Western Arcade
Have you visited The Good Intent in Great Western Arcade yet? The two story pub opened officially at the end of October, and having visited multiple times now I’m pleased to say it’s a lovely addition to the city’s thriving beer scene. However, as the name may suggest, there’s more to this boozer than meets…
15 of the best lunch deals in Birmingham
I’ve recently been asked for student budget friendly places to eat and the best lunch deals in Birmingham city centre and beyond – hopefully this post should cover both. I know how important affordable lunches are. As a young twenty-something I worked for a news agency in the middle of the city. I was paid…
Review | 1000 Trades, Frederick Street
Ages ago, in a time before Boris and women wearing spider broaches made old men wobble with rage, I wrote a post about my favourite places for Sunday lunch in Brum. It continues to be one of the blog’s most popular posts to date, getting lots of views every weekend even if it’s hot outside….