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Boutique HotelThe Cube

Hotel Indigo

£££·The Cube·Five Ways

Housed in the striking Cube building, Hotel Indigo offers stylish rooms with Birmingham-inspired design touches. The rooftop bar, Marco Pierre White's, has some of the best views in the city.

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IndianAward-Winning

Lasan

£££·Jewellery Quarter·Jewellery Quarter

One of Birmingham's most celebrated Indian restaurants, tucked into the Jewellery Quarter. Lasan's cooking is refined, flavourful, and a world away from the standard curry house. The lamb shank is unforgettable.

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Warehouse VenueUnderground Scene

Lab11

££·Digbeth·Moor Street

A raw, industrial warehouse venue in Digbeth that hosts some of the best electronic music events in the Midlands. The sound system is serious, the lineups are quality, and the atmosphere is electric.

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CocktailsSteampunk Bar

The Jekyll & Hyde

£££·Steelhouse Lane·New Street

A fantastically over-the-top steampunk cocktail bar where the drinks are as theatrical as the decor. Potions served in beakers, fog machines, and a commitment to the bit that's genuinely impressive.

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Real AleCAMRA Favourite

The Wellington

£·Bennett's Hill·New Street

Birmingham's best real ale pub, tucked away on Bennett's Hill. The guest ales are always interesting, the atmosphere is no-nonsense, and it is the kind of pub that reminds you what a proper boozer should be.

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Fine DiningMichelin Star

Adam's

££££·Waterloo Street·New Street

Adam Stokes' eponymous restaurant is the jewel of Birmingham's dining scene. The tasting menu is a masterclass in precision and restraint, with every dish showcasing extraordinary technique.

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GastropubCraft Beer Pub

The Victoria

££·John Bright Street·New Street

A proper Birmingham pub with a superb rotating selection of craft beers and ales. The Victorian interior is stunning, the pies are excellent, and it's the perfect pre-theatre stop.

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Wine BarWine Lovers

Loki Wine

£££·Edgbaston·Five Ways

A wine bar and shop in Edgbaston run by people who genuinely love wine. The by-the-glass selection is superb, the tasting events are excellent, and the atmosphere is relaxed and knowledgeable.

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Boutique Hotel & Cocktail BarEdgbaston Gem

The Edgbaston

££££·Edgbaston·Five Ways

A boutique hotel and cocktail bar in a beautiful Edgbaston townhouse. The rooms are individually designed, the cocktails are exceptional, and the whole place feels like a well-kept secret. One of the most special stays in Birmingham.

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Modern BritishMichelin Star

Purnell's

££££·Cornwall Street·New Street

Glynn Purnell - the Yummy Brummie - has held a Michelin star since 2009. His cooking is playful, inventive, and deeply personal, blending Brummie nostalgia with global technique.

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IndianBroad Street Gem

Pushkar

£££·Broad Street·Five Ways

A refined Indian restaurant on Broad Street that elevates Birmingham's proud curry heritage. The tandoori dishes are exceptional, the presentation is beautiful, and the service is warm and knowledgeable.

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Live Music & ClubDigbeth Venue

The Mill

££·Digbeth·Moor Street

A Digbeth venue that champions live music and club nights with equal passion. The programming is eclectic, the crowd is up for it, and the industrial setting gives everything a raw, exciting edge.

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Live Music VenueDigbeth Landmark

O2 Institute

££·Digbeth·Moor Street

Birmingham's premier mid-size live music venue, right in the heart of Digbeth. The main room hosts touring bands and DJs, while the smaller rooms showcase emerging talent. The sound is excellent.

Opheem
Indian Fine DiningMichelin Star

Opheem

££££·Summer Row·New Street

Aktar Islam's Michelin-starred Indian restaurant is rewriting the rules of what Indian fine dining can be. In a city with arguably the best Indian food in the UK, Opheem still stands apart.

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CocktailsTropical Tiki

Island Bar

££·Suffolk Street·New Street

Birmingham's original cocktail bar, bringing tropical tiki vibes to the Second City since before craft cocktails were cool. The rum selection is enormous and the frozen daiquiris are dangerously drinkable.

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Bombay CafeBeloved Chain

Dishoom Birmingham

££·One Chamberlain Square·New Street

Dishoom brought its legendary Bombay cafe experience to One Chamberlain Square and Birmingham took it straight to heart. The bacon naan roll at breakfast is worth queueing for, and the black daal is as good as everyone says.

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Traditional PubLudgate Hill Classic

The Actress & Bishop

£·Ludgate Hill·New Street

A proper traditional pub near New Street with character, a good beer selection, and the kind of unpretentious atmosphere that Birmingham does so well. A reliable pre-gig or post-work stop.

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Business HotelBroad Street

Hyatt Regency

£££·Broad Street·Five Ways

The Hyatt Regency on Broad Street is a reliable choice for business and leisure travellers alike. The rooms are comfortable, the facilities are excellent, and the central location makes it easy to explore the city.

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