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Sian Victoria © - Browns, Bullring Birmingham

Trendy Stylish places to eat in Birmingham

As an effortlessly modern city, there’s no shortage of unique eateries throughout the city centre. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to unwind after a long day shopping in Birmingham or just fancying a quick spot for brunch in Birmingham, there’s a quirky and trendy restaurant around every corner calling your name.

From my own experience eating my way around the city and getting to indulge in far too much food and drink. I’ve compiled my favourite spots for a mouth-watering dining experience that goes above and beyond with Instagrammable interiors that prove just how trendy Birmingham can be.

With so many fantastic places to choose from, here’s just a handful of some of the best and most Instagrammable restaurants in Birmingham that I enjoy visiting thanks to their picture-worthy food, drinks and décor and great service that just adds to the overall dining experience. I’ll be updating this post each time I visit a new foodie place in Birmingham that gets my personal recommendation.

So, for now check out these must visit restaurants in Birmingham that have Lebanese, Thai, Continental and Indian cuisine.

1. Comptoir Libanais

Sian Victoria © - Comptoir Libanais restaurant interiors

Located in Birmingham’s vibrant Grand Central Station. Comptoir Libanais stands out amongst its competitors with a mesmerising interior that entices you inside. From gorgeous green lighting to vivid red and blue furnishing, this Lebanese restaurant in Birmingham is simply beaming with colour and induces an inviting atmosphere that can’t be passed up.

At Comptoir Libanais you can enjoy a delicious bite to eat, with flavours inspired by Lebanese cuisine. The restaurant is adorned with Middle Eastern style décor that’s more than worthy of a snapshot for the gram. And Comptoir Libanais will continue to exceed your expectations when it comes to the immense variety of mouth-watering Lebanese dishes on the menu.

Perfect for meat-eaters, vegans, and vegetarians alike, there’s something for everyone whatever you crave on the eatery’s menu – and, even better, the prices are affordable for the quality and immersive atmosphere you’ll receive here in the heart of Birmingham. It couldn’t be more centrally located than on New Street, next to the train, bus, and tram hubs.

Sian Victoria © - Comptoir Libanais Lebanese food

Choose a Mezze platter if you fancy trying a selection of small dishes, with sensational falafel, quinoa tabbouleh and baba ghanuj on offer, to name just a few.

Craving something more substantial? Treat yourself to a delightfully vegan-friendly falafel and aubergine burger. Finished off with a tempting Orange Blossom Mouhalabia dessert and a Fresh Rose Mint Tea, or cocktails if you wish.

There's no wonder Comptoir Libanais is so popular. With phenomenal Lebanese dishes on offer that will leave you coming back for more, served in an exceptionally beautiful interior, what’s not to love? You’ll feel like you’ve been whisked away during your lunch hour.

2. Dishoom

Sian Victoria © - Dishoom, Birmingham restaurant exterior

Nestled in the heart of Birmingham’s Chamberlain Square, the place to be in the city centre following the new development. Dishoom is a sought-after, restaurant serving delectable Indian cuisine in a buzzing yet comforting atmosphere. Treat yourself to some of the best Indian-inspired dishes in Birmingham that will leave you craving for more.

Upon entering the restaurant, you’ll leave the noise of the city behind and step into a whole new world, with décor inspired by authentic Irani cafes found in old Bombay – antique furniture, gorgeous dark woods, and occasional splashes of vibrant colour, alongside snapshots from India and retro adverts to make the experience all that more special.

Choose your drink of choice from the extensive menu intriguingly titled the ‘Permit Room Menu’ – an ode to the Prohibition Bombay is still under to this day – and sip on a classic Old Fashioned or a margarita with a twist, the Cyrus Irani. While deciding what takes your fancy on the eating menu.

The choice of food couldn’t be better, with an exceptional menu for vegans. If only hungry for a light lunch, dine-in on your choice of small plates starting at £3.20, with delicately spiced okra fries or vegetable samosas.

Sian Victoria © - Dishoom, Vegetable samosas, okra fries, house chaat & vada pau

Sian Victoria © - Dishoom, Gunpowder potatoes

Sian Victoria © - Dishoom, kala khatta gola ice & basmati kheer

Or, if you’ve got a bigger appetite to satisfy, treat yourself to something from the grill, like the unbeatable gunpowder potatoes and phenomenal vada pau. If you fancy dipping then you must order the Chole Puri for a hearty bowl of spiced chickpea curry served with puffed puris and sweet halwa.

There’s something for everyone at Dishoom, with a specific menu of classic dishes with substitutes and new and innovative plates for those of us who are vegan, with all the taste and flavour but completely plant-based.

Finish your dining experience at Dishoom feeling full and satisfied. Ultimately, this warming interior restaurant is a gem within the city and it’s clear to see why it’s a bustling hotspot, offering a taste of India in the heart of Birmingham with picture-worthy dishes and décor.

3. Browns

Sian Victoria © - Browns restaurant, Birmingham

This trendy brassiere and bar can be found next to the Bullring in St Martin’s Square facing the picturesque church. Browns will give you some of the most delicious yet effortlessly sophisticated dining experiences in the city.

A luxurious atmosphere is established through some of the loveliest cocktails in Birmingham and delectable signature dishes while remaining ultimately comfortable with the ability to relax outside or inside with your choice of two outdoor terraces. Perfect for a warm sunny day enjoying alfresco dining in Birmingham.

With a menu catering to all your dietary needs and preferences, Browns is sure to have something to meet your cravings. Its predominantly British with slightly French-themed dishes are often livened up with plates offering a variation in flavour. Here you’ll find a three-course A La Carte menu, Bottomless Brunch, Sunday Roast, Gluten-Free, a Children’s menu and a High Tea menu.

Meaning Browns is a great choice for an elegant day out with friends while enjoying afternoon tea in Birmingham. Or Monday to Sunday between 10-12pm escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy brunch with smoothies or Browns bottomless brunch served every Friday to Sunday until 2 pm. Where you can indulge in unlimited Prosecco, Bloody Marys or Bellinis from £35 per person.

And, Browns appetising dishes are served with a view. With beautiful dark wood furnishings complemented by botanical decorations and vintage-style décor, your experience at Browns is made even more unforgettable. After a long day shopping in the bustling city, head on down to Browns for an outstanding dining experience in a stylish interior.

4. Rosa's Thai Café

Sian Victoria © - Rosa's Thai Cafe, Birmingham

Within walking distance of Dishoom and new to Birmingham. Rosa’s Thai Café is an award-winning restaurant serving authentic Thai cuisine in a vibrant interior. Rustic wood furnishings, warm lighting features and splashes of vivid colour make up for an inviting atmosphere that simply draws you in to discover some of the top-rated Asian food in Birmingham.

A popular lunch spot, particularly among vegans and those who are coeliac, with substitutes and innovative dishes crafted for dietary requirements in mind. Treat yourself to Thai curry dishes and perfected stir-fry creations that will please your taste buds and leave you feeling more than satisfied.

As well as boasting a stylish Instagrammable interior, Rosa’s selection of drinks is worth a mention, too. With warm and iced drinks evoking classic Thai flavours, such as Rosa’s Boozy Thai Iced tea and the Thai-Zing, your dining experience will be made all that more memorable.

Ultimately, Rosa’s Thai Café should be on your list if you’re fancying a reasonably priced, authentic Thai meal in an interior that simply oozes style. Trust me – you won’t be disappointed. Especially if you order the Massaman curry with tofu and sticky coconut rice, it tastes amazing and on par with the Massaman curry I ate at another Instagramable Thai restaurant in the city, Siamais who are also mentioned on this list.

5. Bank

Sian Victoria © - Bank restaurant, Brindley Place

A continental food place in Birmingham with a sophisticated and chic interior that should be on your radar to visit is Bank restaurant located in Brindley Place opposite the water fountain display.

The spacious venue has a variety of stylishly designed areas for dining and drinking, including private areas to dine tucked away, as well as an area that opens up for alfresco dining on the terrace to overlook the city’s iconic canal system.

There’s also a long-length bar to prop yourself up while ordering cocktails before heading to seating at the front entrance which has a heated outdoor area lined with plants and low-hanging lights. There are also plenty of mirrors in the bar area to take a group selfie or outfit snap.

Open from Sunday – Wednesday between 12noon – 10 pm and until 11 pm on weekends. Bank restaurant is an elegant place to dine during work lunch breaks and for after-work food & drinks with friends. Or for laid-back Sundays to indulge in their Sunday Lunch Menu.

The terrace dining area at the back of the restaurant is my favourite place to dine and enjoy the upscale menu featuring appetisers, starters, mains, and desserts consisting of fresh quality ingredients and all beautifully presented so perfect for the gram.

As Bank is a fine dining restaurant in Birmingham oozing that luxury aesthetic feel the prices of food and drink do reflect this but is justifiable when you receive such top service. Every time I’ve visited the waiters and waitresses have always been so welcoming, chatty, and helpful in providing menu recommendations.

If you need more inspiration to visit, then read my three-course vegan menu review at Bank or my review of the vegetarian menu at Bank when I visited for the first time many years ago.

6. Siamais

Sian Victoria © - Siamais Thai restaurant Birmingham interiors

Have a craving for some delicious, authentic Asian cuisine? Located westside at Birmingham’s infamous Brindleyplace canalside district, Siamis serves up mouth-watering Thai dishes amongst some of the most fascinating, unique décors. It’s interiors and delicious food have made it one of the best Asian restaurants in Birmingham.

As soon as you step inside, you’ll be in awe of the Instagrammable surroundings. With eye-catching red lanterns and distinctive bird cages decorating the ceilings, and oriental paintings dotted across the walls, the restaurant is nothing short of beautiful.

Proving to be a match to Siamis’ interior décor is the expansive range of flavoursome food they serve. Perfect for meat lovers, vegans, and vegetarians alike, the menu caters for everyone’s taste buds. Enjoy 2 courses for a reasonable £16.95, in which you can try out some classic Thai dishes – from tasty satay chicken to spring rolls and a green papaya salad, you won’t be going hungry when visiting Siamais Thai restaurant in Birmingham.

Boasting a fantastic location, one-of-a-kind décor, and simply irresistible authentic Thai cuisine, take in the Instagrammable surroundings of Siamis as you tuck into a meal you won’t be forgetting any time soon.

7. Aria Restaurant – Hyatt Regency Hotel

Sian Victoria © - Aria Restaurant, Hyatt Regency Hotel

Found within the ground floor surroundings of the Hyatt Regency hotel in Birmingham, conventionally located in the bustling city centre across the road from Symphony Hall, the Library of Birmingham and steps away from iconic Broad Street and Brindleyplace. The Aria Restaurant fuses some of the best dishes from European cuisine with well-loved British classics.

The Aria Restaurant couldn’t be more eye-catching – set under a dazzling glass atrium roof, the restaurant is bathed in a simply beautiful natural glow, creating an inviting atmosphere from the get-go. Delicate fairy lights catch the sunrays, intertwined with lush plant and tree surroundings throughout the eatery.

Perfect for a meal with family or a special dining experience with your loved one, a meal here is sure to be unforgettable. After you’ve taken in the elegant, picturesque surroundings, take a glance at the expansive menu. Whether you’re craving a tasty Sunday roast, a sophisticated afternoon tea or a classic burger or pizza, the restaurant has something for whatever you’re craving.

Sip on one of the finest wines while tucking into flavourful dishes made with the finest ingredients as you admire the beauty of this grand restaurant. Although slightly on the pricier side, if you’re wanting to try somewhere new within the city, the Aria Restaurant is sure not to disappoint.

It’s understandable why this restaurant is pretty exceptional since the Hyatt is one of the most popular luxury hotels in Birmingham too.

8. The Lost & Found Birmingham

Sian Victoria © - The Lost & Found Birmingham restaurant & bar interiors

Treating yourself to drinks with friends? The Lost & Found is a favourite amongst locals and couldn’t be more beautiful. With a sophisticated and elegant theme throughout taking you far away from the hustle and bustle of Birmingham’s streets, this bar and pub sits on Bennetts Hill – and is hard to miss.

Located within a simply astonishing Victorian building, a sense of grandeur is established before you even step inside. This magnificent design continues throughout the interior, with botanical plants winding across light wood furnishings, chandeliers hanging high above your head and high ceilings and retro furniture honouring the history of the building.

If you're looking for somewhere that will catch people’s eyes for your next social media post, using the grandiose Victorian theme throughout The Lost & Found as a photo backdrop is sure to capture everyone’s attention.

Once you get settled amongst the spiral staircase and vintage bookcase surroundings of this venue, taste some of the unique cocktail concoctions on offer. With bespoke drinks such as a strawberry bon bon cocktail, or a sharer drink such as a Wistful Wisteria cocktail serving 4 people, you can try out some of the handcrafted flavours perfected by the bar’s mixologists.

And, if you work up an appetite throughout your visit, you can pick out whatever takes your fancy on the tempting food menu. From delicious masala fish and chips and black truffle pappardelle to tasty vegan butternut squash and quinoa salad, there’s something for everyone. There’s nowhere else quite like The Lost & Found – when you next find yourself in the city centre, why not pop inside and see its elegance for yourself? It’s easily one of my favourite places in Birmingham to eat vegan food.

9. The Botanist Birmingham

Sian Victoria © - The Botanist Birmingham, restaurant & bar interiors

Explore the unique and fascinating world of The Botanist in Birmingham, a buzzing cocktail bar conveniently situated within Birmingham’s city centre on Temple Street. Nestled amongst other popular cocktail bars in the city, The Botanist is an incredibly popular spot – and for good reason.

Escape the chaos of the city streets and take in the stunning interior décor throughout this bar and restaurant. With distinctive light wood furnishings accompanying antique lampshades, trinket décor and botanical paintings across the walls, The Botanist is truly one-of-a-kind.

Whether you're popping in for just a drink or you're hungry for more, The Botanist is the perfect place to visit with friends or family - sip on your favourite cocktail as you take in the incredibly unique surroundings that you won’t be forgetting any time soon.

If you’re vegan, there are delicious dishes on offer here that will leave you wanting to come back for more. Start with some cauliflower wings before tucking into one of The Botanist’s iconic hanging kebabs, made completely plant-based. No matter what you’re dietary requirements are, their menu is simply bursting with flavoursome dishes that will rival your favourite restaurants.

Try out a classic Mojito cocktail or your favourite wine before enjoying a brunch dish or tasty Sunday roast at this fascinating restaurant. Not only will you be blown away by the magnificent, vintage-feeling décor, but you’ll be in awe of the delicious flavours available to enjoy during your visit!

10. Tattu

Got a craving for some delicious Chinese cuisine? Tattu is perhaps one of the best Asian restaurants within Birmingham, rivalling its competitors with high-quality and undeniably authentic Chinese dishes that are intertwined with contemporary flavours.

On the pricier end, Tattu’s dishes simply exude quality and are certainly worth the price if your budget accommodates it. Stepping inside, your eyes will immediately be drawn to its Instagram-worthy interior design. With a rich, purple light spread across the entirety of the restaurant, a cosy, distinctive atmosphere is established. You’ll find beautiful, blooming pink blossoms decorated across the ceilings, that simply seal the reputation of Tattu as a restaurant like no other.

This contemporary vibe is continued across the menu. With all the traditional Chinese classics such as tasty dim sum, spring rolls and duck pancakes, Tattu fuses modern flavours into its dishes, with sweet soy asparagus, vegan tofu balls and sesame-roasted scallops tempting your taste buds, too. Whether you’re vegan, gluten intolerant or vegetarian, there are plenty of delicious options across this extensive menu that will curb any craving you have.

I was in attendance on the opening launch night with fellow local press and Birmingham bloggers in early 2019, and Tattu Restaurant and Bar has been a popular Instagrammable restaurant to visit in Birmingham ever since. Sadly, I lost my photos from an independent visit but I’ll certainly be back to update you with décor and food photos when I next visit - but there are videos on my Instagram stories.

To conclude

So, there we have it! Some of the trendiest eateries the city can offer to perform exceptionally with both the food on offer and the décor. Let me know if you visit any of these restaurants in Birmingham. And, if you think there’s a restaurant-worthy to be added to the list, preferably places to eat vegan food in Birmingham, let me know in the comments.

There’s no denying that using Instagram for restaurants to promote their picture-worthy interiors is undoubtedly getting people to visit. So why not support your local foodie places that have created these beautiful environments for us to enjoy, as they just enhance the whole experience of dining out.

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