Food & Drink News

Information on the food and drink events in Birmingham, from wine to real ale, fine dining, food markets and more!

Rudy’s Harborne is set to open on Saturday 8th July

The neighbourhood pizzeria, Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana, will bring its relaxed dining concept to the former Hawkshead Taphouse, at 77 High Street, Harborne.  Serving the perfect and classic… Read more »

New Events by Blow Water inc Skybar Party!

Blow Water Cafe are working with local artists including Drink and Draw, candling making, indigo dyeing and Malaysian Batik Drawing plus many more… In addition, Blow Water… Read more »

Bloc Hotels and Michelin-starred chef, Aktar Islam, join forces to offer a unique gastronomic getaway.

Bloc Hotels and Michelin-starred chef, Aktar Islam, join forces to offer a unique gastronomic getaway.

Bloc Hotel, renowned for its stylish accommodation and Opheem, the Michelin-starred restaurant known for its innovative cuisine, are excited to announce a unique collaboration, creating an unforgettable… Read more »

Orelle restaurant launching new £42 three course menu – 1st July to 31st August

Orelle restaurant will be launching a new three course menu from 1st July to 31st August. The prix fixe menu can be enjoyed as a three-course offering… Read more »

FIRST LOOK: wagamama opens exciting new restaurant at Merry Hill

Scores of people gathered for the opening of the new wagamama restaurant in Merry Hill on Monday (26th June) as demand grows for the popular pan Asian brand… Read more »

B Eats cafe will launch their new summer menu on 3rd July

B:Eats, a daytime cafe and evening eatery created by BMusic, the music charity responsible for Symphony Hall and Town Hall, will be launching a new summer menu… Read more »

Club Paradiso, new pop-up bar on St Martin’s balcony playing Balearic Beats!

It’s officially a heatwave so we can safely say that summer has begun. Which means grabbing any opportunity to sit in the sun with your friends, putting… Read more »

Carters is moving to Westlands, Evesham for the summer!

Carters is moving to Westlands, Evesham for the summer!

The starred restaurant will move the entire team and experience to Evesham for a minimum of 3 months and the experience will be supported by Gusborne, the… Read more »

The Button Factory Brings A Taste of Dublin to The Jewellery Quarter this Weekend

This Saturday 17th June Jewellery Quarter Hotspot, The Button Factory, will be transforming its secret garden space into the city of Dublin for a night as they… Read more »

Somewhere In Brum launches new cafe-bar in the Jewellery Quarter

Somewhere In Brum launches new cafe-bar in the Jewellery Quarter

The Jewellery Quarter is gaining a new addition to its bar and cafe scene with the opening of Somewhere in Brum on Thursday 22nd June. The brainchild… Read more »

All Greek Street Food Pop-Up at 1000 Trades!

TUESDAY 6 JUNE – SATURDAY-1 JULY In the kitchen All Greek Street Food. A staple of Stephenson Street in the city centre for those that know, a… Read more »

wagamama launches cocktail pairing menu event in birmingham with brand new menu items

in celebration of the new summer menu and ‘itsuraku’ meaning the pursuit of pleasure, wagamama are hosting a series of cocktail pairing menus at the xxx branch…. Read more »

Thai-rrific news as Sabai Sabai open 5th  restaurant in Solihull

Solihull is about to get even better, with the news that much loved Thai restaurant brand Sabai Sabai have recently opened a new venue on Station Road in… Read more »

SUDS Fest with Attic Brew Co

Event: SUDS Fest 2023 Date: Saturday 1st July 2023 Location:  The Bond, 180 – 182 Fazeley St, Birmingham B5 5SE Seasonal Markets have joined forces with the… Read more »

Birmingham Rum Festival 2023

West Midlands rum lovers will be delighted to hear that the popular Birmingham Rum Festival will be returning for it’s sixth year this Summer – with Bacardi Caribbean… Read more »

The Grand Hotel’s Garden Terrace summer oasis with Malfy Gin and tonic menu

The Grand Hotel’s Garden Terrace summer oasis with Malfy Gin and tonic menu

This June will see the launch of The Grand Hotel Birmingham’s Garden Terrace. The outdoor space will be a summer oasis for guests to enjoy a bespoke… Read more »

3 day open-air comedy festival is coming to Warwick Castle

The event, organised by Midlands based comedy promoters CLOSEUP COMEDY, Digbeth Dining Club and Warwick Castle, will showcase an array of award-winning street food, a selection of… Read more »

Brumbeat Gig Guide – June 2023!

Here’s our take on the coolest original live music and DJ nights in Birmingham this June 2023. We search high and low to bring to you the best original music Brum has to… Read more »

The Old Crown celebrates the start of summer with four weeks of street food events

The Old Crown celebrates the start of summer with four weeks of street food events

Birmingham’s oldest pub, The Old Crown, has just launched a brand new street food festival in Digbeth, featuring seven of the best traders from the Midlands and… Read more »

Introducing Noire Birmingham’s Premier Japanese-Inspired late night Cocktail Bar

Introducing Noire Birmingham’s Premier Japanese-Inspired late night Cocktail Bar

Noiré, the highly anticipated Japanese-inspired latenight cocktail bar, is proud to announce its grand opening on Suffolk Street Queensway(in the former Bourne & Co). Offering an unparalleled… Read more »

wagamama set to open exciting new restaurant at Merry Hill in Brierley Hill

On Monday 26th June, wagamama’s brand new restaurant is set to open at Merry Hill, the shopping destination in the heart of the West Midlands, as demand continues to… Read more »

Summer In The City Global Themed Parties coming to Jewellery Quarter’s Secret Garden

Summer In The City Global Themed Parties coming to Jewellery Quarter’s Secret Garden

Summer plans are sorted with The Button Factory’s new lineup of events taking place in The Yard, a brand new secret garden space. The Jewellery Quarter hotspot… Read more »

Orelle summer terrace will be opening on Thursday 1st June

Orelle summer terrace will be opening on Thursday 1st June

Orelle have announced their summer terrace will be opening on Thursday 1st June. In collaboration with Tanqueray, the outdoor space will be a botanical inspired spot for al-fresco… Read more »

Heidi’s Birmingham First Birthday Party

Heidi’s Birmingham is celebrating its first birthday with a big fizz and pizza give-away. On Saturday 27 May the popular après ski and bier bar on Broad… Read more »

New Opening – Bundobust Birmingham to open Friday 2nd June

Birmingham residents can expect awesome Indian street food, craft beer, cocktails, and a chance to win a Year of Bundobust on launch day. Highly acclaimed Indian street… Read more »

B Eats celebrating National Biscuit Day with complimentary limited-edition biscuit

B Eats celebrating National Biscuit Day with complimentary limited-edition biscuit

The eatery, located inside Symphony Hall, will run the promotion from 29th May – 3rd June B:Eats will be celebrating National Biscuit Day with a complimentary limited-edition… Read more »

Kilo Ziro Bar Welcomes Toby Heap as New General Manager

Kilo Ziro Bar Welcomes Toby Heap as New General Manager

Kilo Ziro Bar, Birmingham’s premier sustainable-focused cocktail bar, is excited to announce Toby Heap as the new General Manager. With a strong background in mixology and a… Read more »

Burger Fest 2023 – The Ultimate Celebration of Burger Love!

Burger Fest 2023 – The Ultimate Celebration of Burger Love!

Burger lovers, rejoice! The ultimate celebration of your favourite food is coming to Birmingham on June 3rd at The Bond in Digbeth. Burger Fest promises to be… Read more »

Bar + Block second steakhouse now open in Birmingham

There’s a new kid on the block as Bar + Block has now opened its second steakhouse in Birmingham. The nationwide steakhouse has brought its signature hand-cut steaks, spectacular… Read more »

Harborne Kitchen Launches ‘5 for £55 Menu’

Harborne Kitchen Launches ‘5 for £55 Menu’

The menu takes in Harborne Kitchen’s Chicken and White Chocolate parfait, the dish celebrated by the The Good Food Guide Harborne Kitchen, the popular neighbourhood restaurant on… Read more »

Knockout addition to Brindleyplace as new game changing sports bar BOX is set to open in June

The award-winning premium bar operator behind Manahatta is going for gold with its latest bar offering, BOX. This will be a game-changing, high-quality sports bar and kitchen… Read more »

The Big Fang Collective’s bank holiday campaign – drinks specials and exclusive guest promotions this May

Golf Fang are launching ’Bank Holiday Mayhem’, a month-long campaign celebrating 3 Bank Holidays in one month across their sites in Birmingham, Liverpool, Sheffield, Glasgow, Newcastle and… Read more »

Brumbeat – Best Music Events in Birmingham May 2023!

Here’s our take on the coolest original live music and DJ nights in Birmingham this May 2023. We search high and low to bring to you the best original music Brum has to… Read more »

Shout Tequila! As Birmingham Tequila Festival comes toThe Rainbow pub in Digbeth

Attention all tequila and mezcal lovers in Birmingham! The city is about to host a fabulous Tequila Festival, in association with Patron Tequila, and it promises to… Read more »

Bundobust Pre-Launch Events

Ahead of their summer launch, Bundobust have lined up a series of Birmingham events that I thought might be of interest. Any help spreading the word would… Read more »

The Clean Kilo x Shokupan

The loaf of bread everyone is talking about is finally coming to Birmingham! Yes you read that right, the famous Japanese milk bread, Shokupan has finally landed… Read more »

Bring a taste of Tokyo to your lunchtime with a new set lunch menu from KIBOU Solihull

Award-winning KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar in Solihull has launched a new Japanese set lunch menu that fits perfectly into your lunch break or shopping trip. Featuring… Read more »

The Farmer John’s pub in Streetly has reopened with a new look following a £120,000 investment.

The Farmer John’s pub in Streetly has reopened with a new look following a £120,000 investment. The pub’s refresh has seen the introduction of new wallpaper, stylish… Read more »

Birmingham skyline restaurant, Orelle’s new Spring Tasting Menu.

Birmingham’s iconic skyline restaurant, Orelle, has launched a new Spring Tasting Menu. Located on the 24th floor of 103 Colmore Row, the 88-cover restaurant offers unrivalled, panoramic views of… Read more »

670 Grams X Sake Events Company collaboration!

One of Birmingham’s most exciting restaurants, 670 Grams are to team up with Birminghams Sake Events Company to offer Birmingham’s first fine dining evening paired with authentic… Read more »

Coronation Cocktail at Lucarelli Mailbox

Take a bow to the “King of Cocktails” – a special blend created by Lucarelli restaurant to commemorate the Coronation of our new King. This cocktail is… Read more »

The Thai Classic Opens in China Town

Southside are excited to welcome a new restaurant located in the heart of the Chinese Quarter. The Thai Classic, owned by Zi Wen Boo and Jeremy Mun… Read more »

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana to open in Harborne July 2023

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana to open in Harborne July 2023

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana has announced it is due to open in Harborne, Birmingham in July 2023. The neighbourhood pizzeria will bring its relaxed dining concept to the former… Read more »

Birmingham Rum Festival returns for it’s sixth year

West Midlands rum lovers will be delighted to hear that the popular Birmingham Rum Festival will be returning for it’s sixth year this Summer – with Bacardi Caribbean… Read more »

Michelin Guide Celebrates Land Restaurant

Michelin Guide Celebrates Land Restaurant

Independent fine dining restaurant, Land, have been highlighted as one of the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in the UK by the Michelin Guide. Run by co-owners… Read more »

Shrewley Food Fest is back for a royal celebration on Monday 8th May

Shrewley Food Fest is back for a royal celebration on Monday 8th May

Shrewley Food Fest is back at The Durham Ox and this time it’s better than ever! Get ready to chow down on some of the finest street… Read more »

Sutton Food Fest returns to The Townhouse for a Royal celebration

Sutton Food Fest returns to The Townhouse for a Royal celebration

The Townhouse in Sutton Coldfield is excited to be bringing back Sutton Food Fest to celebrate the Coronation on Saturday 6th May. With DJs and kids’ entertainment… Read more »

Jewellery Quarter bar celebrates the launch of their exciting new outdoor space

The Button Factory in the Jewellery Quarter is preparing for a busy Summer with the launch of their stunning new 350 capacity, outdoor space ‘’The Yard’’. The… Read more »

Society matters LIVE Lab made meat on the menu?

Society matters LIVE Lab made meat on the menu?

Lab made meat will be the topic of the latest Society matters LIVE event from Aston University at Café Artum at Birmingham’s Hockley Social Club on Thursday 27 April. … Read more »

KILO ZIRO Bar – Lights Off for Earth Day

KILO ZIRO Bar – Lights Off for Earth Day

Best Waste Prevention Project Award winners 2022, KILO ZIRO Café & Bar in Digbeth, have announced that they will be turning of all front-of-house lights for the… Read more »