Current ranking based on review analysis and technical signals.
At a glance
| # | Place | Score | Reviews | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turtle Bay Birmingham | ⭐ 9.7 | 18 716 | Editors' pick |
| 2 | Dishoom Birmingham | ⭐ 9.7 | 10 636 | — |
| 3 | Turtle Bay Brindleyplace Birmingham | ⭐ 9.7 | 10 259 | — |
| 4 | La Bellezza Birmingham | ⭐ 9.9 | 6 861 | People's favourite |
| 5 | Piccolino Birmingham | ⭐ 9.5 | 4 814 | — |
| 6 | Fat Hippo Birmingham | ⭐ 9.5 | 4 657 | — |
| 7 | Tattu Birmingham | ⭐ 9.3 | 4 212 | — |
| 8 | The Ivy Temple Row | ⭐ 9.1 | 3 621 | — |
| 9 | Gusto Italian – Birmingham | ⭐ 9.1 | 3 013 | — |
| 10 | Banana Tree Birmingham Bullring | ⭐ 9.7 | 2 976 | — |
Highlights
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Editors' pick:
Turtle Bay Birmingham -
People's favourite:
La Bellezza Birmingham
Opening hours
Every place in this selection stays open late.
Open early, from 8am or sooner: Dishoom Birmingham.
Check the hours before you set out — they shift on holidays and out of season.
Full ranking
1. Turtle Bay Birmingham · ⭐ 9.7
(18716 reviews)
+9 photos
81-91 John Bright St, Birmingham B1 1BL, United Kingdom
Turtle Bay Birmingham, on John Bright Street near New Street Station and the Bullring, brings the Caribbean to the city centre — a lively, beach-inspired room with Caribbean rhythms and a central rum bar. It's as much about the vibe and cocktails as the food. The heart of the menu is the jerk pit: ingredients marinated 24 hours in a signature rub and flame-grilled. Order Jerk C…
«As a solo woman travelling on business, it's important to feel safe and like a welcome gue…»
2. Dishoom Birmingham · ⭐ 9.7
(10636 reviews)
+9 photos
One Chamberlain Sq, Birmingham B3 3AX, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Indian
Dishoom Birmingham brings the much-loved restaurant's tribute to old Bombay and its Irani cafés to the city centre, with the same distressed-café charm, vintage details and warm lighting. The atmosphere is lively yet intimate, from breakfast to late-night dinner. The famous dishes are the Bacon Naan Roll (crispy bacon, chilli-tomato jam, cream cheese in soft naan) and the 24-ho…
«I doubt I can add much new to the wonderful reviews given by others. We had a wonderful lu…»
3. Turtle Bay Brindleyplace Birmingham · ⭐ 9.7
(10259 reviews)
+9 photos
10 Brindley Pl, Birmingham B1 2JB, United Kingdom
Turtle Bay Brindleyplace is the canalside sibling of Birmingham's much-loved Caribbean restaurant and bar, with the same beach-inspired room, Caribbean rhythms and central rum bar at one of the city's liveliest waterside spots. The star is the jerk pit: 24-hour marinated, flame-grilled. Order Jerk Chicken or Curry Goat with rice and peas, or Brown Stew Fish, with a jerk gravy o…
«Rico and Alex were INCREDIBLE! Took care of us during our bottomless brunch. Made our expe…»
4. La Bellezza Birmingham · ⭐ 9.9
(6861 reviews)
+9 photos
Paradise, 2 Chamberlain Sq, Birmingham B3 3AX, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
La Bellezza, from the cult Big Mamma group, is one of Birmingham's most spectacular restaurants — a whimsical, theatrical trattoria in grand Chamberlain Square. The 150-cover room features tumbling ivy, handmade Murano glass chandeliers and seven-metre curtains, with a terrace overlooking the square. Ingredients are sourced directly from trusted Italian suppliers.
«La Bellezza Birmingham. The atmosphere was wonderful, the food tasty, and the whole restau…»
5. Piccolino Birmingham · ⭐ 9.5
(4814 reviews)
+9 photos
9 Brindley Pl, Birmingham B1 2HS, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
Piccolino has been a Birmingham favourite for around 25 years, set on Oozells Square at Brindleyplace. A recent full refurbishment brought sleek Milanese-inspired interiors, a central cocktail bar, an open kitchen and a year-round terrace with a retractable roof. Dimmed lights and candlelit tables make for a warm, romantic atmosphere.
«It was a really nice experience. The food was really nice too. Abu takes the best pictures…»
6. Fat Hippo Birmingham · ⭐ 9.5
(4657 reviews)
+9 photos
11 Bennetts Hill, Birmingham B2 5RS, United Kingdom
Cuisine: American
Fat Hippo Birmingham, on Bennetts Hill in the city centre, is a burger specialist with a cult following, a short walk from New Street Station and the Bullring. The focus is properly indulgent, well-built burgers in a relaxed setting, with vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options and a great-value kids' menu.
«Looking for a quick bite, because we were very hungry and knew we'd like a burger. Ordered…»
7. Tattu Birmingham · ⭐ 9.3
(4212 reviews)
+9 photos
18 Barwick St, Birmingham B3 2NT, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Asian
Tattu Birmingham sits below street level in the business district, inside the former boiler room of the Grade II* listed Grand Hotel — some 5,000 square feet, and one of the largest underground rooms in the city. It is the gastronomic flagship of the city's modern Chinese scene, picked for anniversaries and long-promised dinners, where the design is part of the order.
«We had a wonderful time at Tattu. From the first glance the staff were incredibly welcomin…»
8. The Ivy Temple Row · ⭐ 9.1
(3621 reviews)
+9 photos
67-71 Temple Row, Birmingham B2 5LS, United Kingdom
Cuisine: British
The Ivy Temple Row brings The Ivy Collection's glamour to Birmingham — an elegant yet relaxed brasserie at 67-71 Temple Row, serving breakfast through dinner, plus afternoon tea and cocktails. The grand, art deco-inspired interior features soaring ceilings, vast windows and a striking palette of gold, orange and green, with signature green offset by burnt-orange banquettes and…
«We visited The Ivy Temple Row to celebrate my mum's 70th birthday, and the experience was…»
9. Gusto Italian – Birmingham · ⭐ 9.1
(3013 reviews)
+9 photos
Unit 10, The Grand Hotel, Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 2BS, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
Gusto Italian sits at The Grand Hotel on Colmore Row, in the heart of Birmingham. The striking interior blends modern decor with intimate lighting, bare-brick walls and elegant olive-tree styling for a warm, welcoming atmosphere, with a clear emphasis on quality. The menu is Italian with a contemporary touch. Signatures include pan-seared scallops and a praised cauliflower stea…
«OK, listen! I came at 4, had one drink after work, and I'm still here These guys have s…»
10. Banana Tree Birmingham Bullring · ⭐ 9.7
(2976 reviews)
+9 photos
Unit SU744, Upper Mall West, Birmingham B5 4BG, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Asian
Banana Tree at Birmingham's Bullring & Grand Central is a buzzy celebration of Southeast Asian street food, drawing on Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand and Japan. The industrial-chic room with a lively bar, seating over two floors and an outdoor patio sits right by New Street Station. Expect rich curries, smoky stir-fries and noodle bowls. Signatures include the famous Pa…
«I had an incredible experience! The food was incredibly tasty — full of rich flavours, per…»
Questions & answers
Which place tops the ranking? Turtle Bay Birmingham — score 9.7/10 (Editors' pick).
How many places are in the list and how were they chosen? The selection includes 10 places chosen by our editors based on rating and reviews.
What is the average rating in the top? 9.5/10 — average score of 10 places in the list.
Which place has the most reviews? Turtle Bay Birmingham — 18716 visitor reviews.
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