Sarah’s guidebook
Edgbaston Village
For classy bars and restaurants and a quieter vibe than Central Birmingham. Circa 10 mins walk.
Laghi's Deli
22-24 Islington Row MiddlewayGreat pizza and italian food
The Edgbaston Hotel
16 Highfield RdFancy cocktails
The High Field
22 Highfield RdSunday roast and posh British pub food
El Borracho de Oro
65-67 Harborne RdGreat tapas and a very friendly vibe
Loki Wine & Deli Edgbaston
10 Greenfield CresGreat if you want to give wine tasting a go
Central Birmingham
Central Birmingham is a circa 20 minutes’ walk from the flat, we usually walk to Broad Street (via the five ways subway) and then keep going past the library.
Visit the Shakespeare room on the top floor or one of the gardens for great views of the city
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Ibhayibhile yaseBirmingham
1 Broad StVisit the Shakespeare room on the top floor or one of the gardens for great views of the city
Huge museum and gallery with loads of exhibitions
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I-Shop ye-Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
Chamberlain SquareHuge museum and gallery with loads of exhibitions
The Indian Streatery
21a Bennetts HillTasty and authentic curry - you won't find a tikka masala though!
Great for lunch or coffee - falafel, flat breads, humous, etc
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Damascena Coffee House | Delicatessen | Bakery
5-7 Temple Row WGreat for lunch or coffee - falafel, flat breads, humous, etc
Brindley Place
Lots of chain restaurants and bars with views of the canal - very popular on a Friday or Saturday night. There's also a few independents recommended below
Excellent brunch - a bit tucked away from main Brindley Place, but only a 10 minute walk from the flat
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Ju Ju's Cafe Birmingham
100 Browning StExcellent brunch - a bit tucked away from main Brindley Place, but only a 10 minute walk from the flat
Tap & Spile Pub & Restaurant
16 Gas StEnglish pub for a pint next to the canal
The Canal House
12 Bridge StHuge pub garden if the sun is shining!