Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Birmingham/West Midlands (county)

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Birmingham/West Midlands (county)? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Opheem

4.9

4.9 (1403)

£41 and over

Indian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

When you come to Opheem, you get an insight into the inner workings of my mind. We’re striving to push the boundaries with Indian flavours, but with cooking techniques from all over the world, some traditional, and some very modern. At Opheem, I’ll be using the same paints as I’ve always done, to create a very different picture, on a very, very different canvas. Why? Because to evolve and adapt is what makes us human, and cooking is what sets us apart from the animals.

Top review

Hugh

Dined on 18 Dec 2024

Every course, every snack, and every drink were delicious. One of us is vegan, and the other is vegetarian and allergic to nuts - they had no problem adapting the taster menu for us. We'd definitely go again.

Gaijin Sushi

4.9

4.9 (753)

£41 and over

Sushi

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Gaijin Sushi is the creation of chef/director, Michal Kubiak.

Having opened in March 2018, and receiving excellent reviews, including the Guardian in our first month, we are proud to offer a unique experience. You can sit around our sushi bar, which sits 10 and watch our chefs creating the sushi right before your eyes! Or if you would like to enjoy with friends we have two tables that can seat up to 6 people.

Please feel free to ask questions, such are "Where is the fish from?" we love answering them!

If your don't believe us, read our reviews! Let our guests tell you what it is like!

We look forward to having you dine with us.

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Eru

Dined 5 days ago

It exceeded my expectations. I chose the Omakase, not knowing which sushi would be served. I’m originally from Japan, but I enjoyed their sushi just as much as, or even more than, what I’ve had in Japan. Thank you so much

Indian Cafe Racer

4.9

4.9 (479)

£25 and under

Indian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Come ride with us and we will take you to the streets of India on our cafe racer.

Indian Street Food Kitchen & Bar at The Wellington Hotel. Home cooked Indian street food. Central Birmingham's Hidden Gem.

We are located:
3 minutes walk from the O2 Academy/ Raddison Blu Hotel
5 minuets walk from the Mail Box/ The Cube
7 minuets walk from Grand Central Station/ The Bull Ring Shopping Centre
10 minuets walk from Broad Street

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Kiran

Dined 2 days ago

Impeccable food and service every time. My favourite place to eat in Birmingham. All their dishes are delicious especially the Red Mullet Moilee and the Paneer Makhni! Would highly recommend.

The Horseshoes

4.8

4.8 (815)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Stourbridge

About the restaurant

The Horseshoes is an independently owned gastropub set in Belbroughton. Serving homemade food, a great selection of wines, beers and gin cocktails. We also have a beer garden.

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Janet

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely food, friendly staff and lovely atmosphere.

Cheal's Restaurant and Bar

4.9

4.9 (114)

£41 and over

British

Solihull

About the restaurant

The Most Delicious Food & Warmest Welcome. Experience mouthwatering à la carte and ‘set’ menus. Delight in lovingly prepared tasting menus, complemented by expertly matched wine pairings. Savour exceptional light lunches and fabulous vegetarian/ vegan options. Enjoy delicious small plates in our relaxing bar. We also serve Afternoon Tea daily from 12:30pm to 2:00pm.

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Dawn

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic food.. service and surroundings Love this place

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Experience

Afternoon Tea

Experience

New Year's Eve at Cheal's

Experience

Cheal’s 9 Course Chef’s-Table

Sushi Passion

4.8

4.8 (547)

£26 to £40

Sushi

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sushi Passion, the home of sushi in Birmingham. From humble beginnings in Birmingham’s market we’ve been in The Great Western Arcade since 2014 offering a truly traditional Japanese sushi bar experience, recognised by the All Japan Sushi Association for Authenticity.

15 MINUTE POLICY
If you arrive later than 15 minutes for your booking, without letting us know, your table may be given to another party.

When booking a table, please be aware that half of our restaurant consists of Traditional Japanese tatami seating on to which you might be assigned if you don't specify seating preference.

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charlotte

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

This is me and my husband favourite restauran. We have visited so many times the staff now recognise us. The food is always amazing, the atmosphere is perfect for a romantic date and the staff is always friendly and helpful. Would absolutely recommend to anyone

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4.7

4.7 (1311)

£26 to £40

Peruvian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Birmingham’s first Peruvian Restaurant and Bar located in Moseley. Headed by Michelin Starred Peruvian chef Robert Ortiz.
We are a casual fine dining establishment where you can expect bold, punchy cooking and a great range of drinks.
Featured in both the Michelin and Good Food Guides.
Wide range of vegetarian, vegan and Gluten free options.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Having had the a la carte menu in the past we opted for the tasting menu, which was delicious and good value to money. Cocktails were very tasty and just the right amount to choose from. Staff were friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. Cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough!

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Popular dish

Hand Dived Scallops

Popular dish

Andean Potato Stew (V)

Popular dish

Sea Bream Ceviche

Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food

4.8

4.8 (1133)

£26 to £40

British

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Experience award-winning fine dining in a modern, contemporary setting while supporting our highly talented students on their journey to professional excellence. Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food offers top quality food and service delivered by students training on our chef, food service courses under the guidance of industry expert tutors at University College Birmingham.

Restaurant provides exceptional value for money for high levels of cooking, service, creative flair and quality seasonal produce. Our Dinner Menu might include delicious fish and shellfish, premium beef, lamb, poultry or game, and imaginative vegetarian dishes. This runs alongside a lunchtime menu providing excellent value for money. The restaurant also draws on a dedicated pastry section where our skilled student chefs produce an array of elegant desserts.

Please be aware that we are cashless for all payments.

By giving feedback, you can also help our students build their skills, knowledge and confidence.

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Christine

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

As always, the food was excellent. The service was very good and considering these students are first year students, and English is their second language, I couldn’t fault the attentiveness of those serving us. I will be a regular visitor. I would have to pay twice the price elsewhere for the standard of cuisine experienced at Tge Cllege of Food.

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4.8

4.8 (1497)

£26 to £40

Italian

Wolverhampton

About the restaurant

Fiume opened in 2013 and is located in Compton, Owners Stefano and Carla welcome you to enjoy quality, modern interpretations of classic dishes inspired by their home regions of Sardinia and Basilicata.

As Italians we are passionate about everything we do and food and drink are hugely important to our culture as we meet with friends and family to enjoy our time together. At Fiume you will experience a little of this culture as we share it with you. We provide authentic Italian cuisine with a southern Italian influence and a fresh twist.

We are proud to be an independent, family-run, Italian bar and restaurant offering you a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere. During the good weather, you can also dine alfresco whilst watching the passing canal boats and your family dog can watch with you too.

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Ian

Dined 4 days ago

The food was lovely and the staff was very friendly

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4.7

4.7 (300)

£41 and over

Modern European

Edgbaston

About the restaurant

Set in a gorgeous Grade II-listed Georgian villa, the decor is bright and modern but respects the building’s elegance and heritage.

The food, too, respects classical tradition, but is a contemporary take on British cuisine - combining influences from around the world in dishes based on fabulous impeccably sourced seasonal ingredients.

Enjoy an aperitif in one of the elegant lounges in the older part of the building before moving on to the sleek restaurant with its blonde wood beams, exposed stone walls and bi-fold doors opening onto the garden.

The knowledge and experience of Head Chef Luke Tipping shows through in the assured, confident nature of the cooking – and he has the skill to know when to hold back. Dishes are balanced and pure, with subtle modern touches and a pleasing clarity of flavour; be sure to try the signature tapenade bread rolls and delicious soufflés.

Service is enthusiastic and brims with personality.

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Jacqui

Dined on 19 Dec 2024

Perfect in every way. Outstanding good, service and setting. Can’t beat Simpson’s- Eve. And the perfect place for a special occasion. Always treated with kindness and professionalism.

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Experience

Eureka cookery class

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