Best Places and Services in Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom (2025) - Top 10 Rated!

Rating: 5 / 5

It’s always a pleasure to visit this cafe. The quality of the food is exceptional. Plus they give great customer service! Shout out to the young tall lad on tills. He’s doing an excellent job! In addition many thanks to all the staff front of house and in the kitchen who are all doing a stand up job! Well done and thanks again!

Rating: 5 / 5

Really lovely food, good price. Friendly staff, nice vibe. Had the chicken & waffles & Philly cheese steak. All cooked really nicely and fresh.

Rating: 5 / 5

We drove across Birmingham to visit and were not disappointed. The staff were funny and friendly, the vibe is stylish but relaxing. Our food was delicious and we are already planning to combine our next visit with a treatment at the on site salon!

Rating: 5 / 5

I had the pleasure of dining at Rising Café yesterday, and it was a fantastic experience. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with friendly staff providing excellent customer service. My wife ordered the club chicken sandwich, while I had sourdough bread topped with avocado and a fried egg. Both dishes were absolutely delicious fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Overall, we were thoroughly impressed with the quality of the food and the ambiance of the café. I’m already looking forward to returning and exploring more of their menu. Highly recommend!

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic coffee shop! Alan, Brad, and Matthew are above and beyond with their outstanding customer service. The house and guest coffee selections are top-notch—absolutely delicious. The shop also offers delicious desserts and food. Highly recommend! ☕️✨

Rating: 5 / 5

Incredible! Al has some of the best customer service I have ever experienced, from opening the door for the customers, to having a truly extensive coffee knowledge. The frozen doses menu has some beautiful coffees on, the care and attention to these coffees is unmatched. Al made room for us and also seemed very supportive of the team through a busy period.

Rating: 5 / 5

The Coffee Bar Collective never disappoints. Hands down the best specialty coffee shop in Birmingham. Everyone at the store, especially Alan and Ben always make you feel very welcome and definitely know their coffee. The guest roasts is always special and rotates every few weeks. The coffee beans have an excellent flavor profile and always surprises. Definitely a must try when in the area! P.S The toasted Banana bread looks and tastes absolutely amazing.

Rating: 5 / 5

I often visit The Coffee Bar Collective and can definitely say it's a hidden gem worth visiting! There is always a great vibe from the moment you walk in and are met with a warm and cozy atmosphere; the outstanding service from people who really know what they're doing and strive to achieve only the very best, a selection of delectable sweet treats, a great food menu, and brilliant selection of non-coffee options that are unmatched. There is clearly a high standard that is upheld with both quality and service and I cannot recommend it enough!

Rating: 5 / 5

First time trying this restaurant after reading some very good reviews. Celebrating a wedding anniversary, we thought to try something different and it didn't disappoint. The food was delightful and varied with an abundance of different flavours. Can't fault the service at all with every dish explained by the servers. The atmosphere was very relaxed as well which also made it enjoyable.

Rating: 5 / 5

Loved it! The flavours conjured up were inspired. I mean a first course called Big Mac. And it tasted just like a Big Mac with a mix of the cheese, mayo, gherkin and tomato flavours with an amazing beef tartare. Wow. Every course was incredible. Go.

Rating: 5 / 5

A great restaurant in the Jewellery Quarter, with dishes that are beautifully cooked and well-seasoned. You can tell a lot of effort goes into the presentation as well as the food itself. The staff were attentive and took the time to explain each dish in detail, which was much appreciated. The standout dish for me was the scallop—by far the best I’ve ever had. It was perfectly grilled on the surface, yet soft inside, and the flavour was exceptional. However, the Wagyu beef was slightly disappointing, as it wasn’t as tender as I’d expect from A5 beef. The Big Mac (beef tartare) taste good but I personally things the crispy onion/ mushroom is a bit overpowered and make the beef itself taste less flavourful Overall, this is a very good restaurant with great value for money. I’ll definitely be returning to try their full course menu!

Rating: 5 / 5

BRILLIANT. Super friendly staff and every single dish was absolutely stunning. Really interesting food, nicely presented. Unusual flavours and amazing all round. Would love to go back.

Rating: 5 / 5

Hidden gem in a very unusual place. Had lunch there out of curiousity but ended up as our fave resto near our place. Food was made fresh, staff were all italian. Price was reasonable too! Had takeaway the week after and food was well packaged. Definitely a must try!

Rating: 5 / 5

The most stunning meal with the best service! We had calamari for starters, carbonara and spaghetti and meatballs for mains with cheesy garlic bread on the side. It was hard to choose on the menu because everything sounded delicious!

Rating: 5 / 5

This place is a hidden gem. Oh my goodness. If you're in Birmingham, PLEASE try this restaurant! Undoubtedly the BEST Italian restaurant in Birmingham. I cannot stress this enough! PLEASE TRY THIS PLACE!!! Do not be deceived by the location. The dine-in is simply superb. The specials are so good and the wine is delicious. The staff are friendly and very welcoming!

Rating: 5 / 5

What a hidden Gem! I must have drove past this place a 1000 times, recommended by a friend and was not disappointed, as authentic an Italian restaurant I've been to in the UK. A lovely welcome by owner upon arrival, super casual and laid back atmosphere. Great friendly service, food was absolutely fantastic. Hands down the best Tiramisu I've ever had. Will definitely be returning.

Rating: 4 / 5

Coffee was nice. Have various milk you can choose. I chose the coconut milk. It was not bad just too many ice. Can try the hot one next time. I ordered the pancakes with berries and eggy crumpets with avocado! They were nice and delicious as our small snack. Big space but just with one toilet. I was waiting for a long time to have it.

Rating: 5 / 5

Simply exceptional. Fresh, quality ingredients. Beautifully seasoned and great value when you consider the price you pay in some of the other big chain brunch spots in the city. The potato rosti things were next level! Lovely coffee too and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Will definitely be back soon

Rating: 4 / 5

Really positive! Great menu choices with enough choice for small, big (and huge) appetites. Staff are really attentive; basically awesome. Now, if you're after a nourishing salad bowl - this is not the place for you. But if it's eggy crumpets, thick hash browns and a full English - this is the Yard for you. P.S. ignore the mayo, I was given the most delicious chilli jam moments later.

Rating: 5 / 5

I’m always at Wayland’s Yard and recommending the coffee to anyone who is in Birmingham. The menu has had a recent revamp which is secondary to the coffee IMO. I love that I can work comfortably and eat breakfast on weekdays. Brunch is also great!

Rating: 5 / 5

Thank you Cafe Neo! Lovely little cafe tucked away in Birmingham's jewellery quarter. Nice clean place and very good customer service. The food is very good value for money and they have a nice outdoor seating area at the back of the premises.

Rating: 5 / 5

Good food and service at a very reasonable price. If you're visiting the Jewellery Quarter, it's a great place to call in, and support an independent business as well.

Rating: 5 / 5

My go to place for hearty breakfast! Although they do get busy, still always will take my odd cravings for granted. Today they made me a special request of ham and cheese hot sandwich and it's so delicious!! Thank you so much for caring ❤️

Rating: 5 / 5

We decided to book reservations here for our year anniversary. Having never dined here before I was really excited and it did not disappoint. We had trouble finding a car park space, so I called the restaurant and they were completely understanding. The waiter was amazing giving a fast, professional and friendly service. They were also very knowledgeable when pairing wines to my menu selections. We were seated in a cozy, intimate booth. The restaurant itself was clean, warm and had the perfect anniversary ambience. We will definitely be back!!!

Rating: 5 / 5

Stunning atmosphere and absolutely top service. The quality of the food is as high as any fine dining can get. Worth for any special events or simply just for a lovely night at with your loved ones.

Rating: 5 / 5

This restaurant is buzzing with vibe. Always packed and it does not surprise me that they may also be returning customers. The waiters treat you like royalty, immaculately dressed, with a desire to give you the best experience possible. Now the food OMG words cannot describe how good the food looks , beautifully presented ( Chicken starters on skewers & Sashed burgers with cheese and chips,apologies if it’s not the correct name) like a dish from Master Chef. The blend of flavors and choice of dishes can make this outing the main event for the evening. Be sure to book it in advance as you can’t fully appreciate this experience by chance, with having to wait. If you appreciate value as do others, plan it accordingly and you won’t be disappointed.

Rating: 5 / 5

Self certified foodie here and this was SUCH an amazing meal. It was so authentic and every dish was perfectly balanced. Stumbled across this place by accident and it was the best surprise ever. Thanks for being so friendly and accommodating!

Rating: 4 / 5

A good hearty Italian experience, we had a reunion dinner for the four of us. Four starters, four mains, a side dish (courgettes) 👍🏻, some wine followed with a sharer dessert. The portions were a bit inconsistent, although fresh and flavoursome they were. Perhaps, we can enjoy our own specific personal preferences where particulars of the dishes in the way in which they can be served. The wines were likely the stars of the show, a little grumble that the dessert which arrived did not match the photo on the menu. All yummy just the same, however. We all had a lovely time with plenty of space to ourselves to move around comfortably during this midweek dining experience had in this modern Italian dining experience complete with pizza oven ‘al forno’. We came on our trip as a Birthday celebration back in fall 2024.

Rating: 5 / 5

The taste and presentation of La Galleria’s pasta dishes is among the best I’ve ever tried. Compared to other restaurants they provide good value, balancing delicious food and generous portions with reasonable prices. The service was generally attentive and friendly.

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing middle Eastern food ,fantastic staff ,wonderful flavours and staff are friendly and always there to guide you .Nada was brilliant, greeted us at door and walked us through the menu .with her help what we chose was about right to share and everything was fantastic, full of flavours and just so morish. Thxs for a wonderful experience, we will be back .

Rating: 5 / 5

Just had the most incredible lunch at Damascena Coffee House in Birmingham! I ordered the chicken shawarma and it was absolutely bursting with flavor. The chicken was perfectly cooked, tender and seasoned beautifully, and the accompanying sauces and fresh vegetables were a delightful complement. It was easily the best shawarma I've had in ages! To drink, I paired it with their black tea with mint and honey. It was the perfect refreshing and sweet accompaniment to the savory shawarma. The mint was fresh and fragrant, and the honey added just the right touch of sweetness. It was so soothing and delicious. The atmosphere in Damascena is always so warm and inviting, and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy a delicious meal. I can't recommend Damascena enough – I'll definitely be back soon!

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing food and amazing service. The waitress was very polite and attentive. Food was fresh and came quickly. I had the avocado toast with a medium-cooked egg along with a black tea and later ordered a Turkish coffee too. My coffee was served in a traditional authentic Turkish cup with a Turkish delight. Been coming here for a while now, and they never disappoint. Prices are very reasonable; I'd 100% recommend Damascena in Birmingham.

Rating: 5 / 5

The ambiance is nice. Servers are super nice and patient. We had a good brunch here. Food is okay. The thing we loved the most was the falafels with humus. They were freshly fried and very tasty.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food, always love the ambience and staff is ever so friendly and welcoming. Niamh served us and there were few of us, she stunned all of us as she remembered every single one of our orders, very impressive which proves Damascena staff takes pleasure in providing ace customer service. Lovely place for family and friends gathering.

Rating: 5 / 5

Very tasty food and big portions, spacious restaurant and good service, the menu is very interesting and fun to explore. Recommend, especially the hummus and shawarma.

Rating: 4 / 5

One of the better Damascena locations, a friendly and clean environment and the food was hot and tasty. Service was poor as they were short staffed and one server for all the tables. The food delivery was slower than expected. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Vegan options available.