Romantic Restaurants in Birmingham
Birmingham might not be rated for its romance like Paris or Rome but when you read our list of the top 10 romantic restaurants in Birmingham you might wonder why not! The city has something to suit all budgets, occasions and types of couples across a varying array of cuisines. Date night has never tasted so good!
Best romantic restaurants in Birmingham
Land Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurant
Located within the historic Great Western Arcade in Birmingham, Land Restaurant is a non-expensive vegan restaurant that still offers a romantic setting with high quality, seasonal food that’s presented beautifully.
The dishes on the menu take inspiration from global cuisines and what’s in season. Menu options may change day-to-day based on what’s available.
If you ever thought that vegan food was boring, Land restaurant will prove you wrong.
Fumo Italian Restaurant
Think Italian food but chicer! Fumo Birmingham is owned by the hugely successful San Carlo umbrella that operates many modern Italian eateries around the UK. Located on Waterloo Street, Fumo’s menu is based around ‘Chichetti’: Venetian tapas like Sicilian prawns and slow-roasted pork belly. Five to six dishes are recommended per couple, the most expensive of which is £10.50.
Please note that admittance to Fumo is by reservation only.
Original Patty Men
Named as one of Birmingham’s best six restaurants by Harden’s Guide 2018, Original Patty Men are serving up some of the best burgers in town! What could be more romantic than chomping down a good burger together? The menu at Original Patty Men has beef, chicken and vegetarian burger options along with chicken and cauliflower wings, a host of sides and a list of house sauces.
Leave the car at home when visiting Original Patty Men, they have an extensive list of craft beers and cocktails.
Harvey Nichols Brasserie & Bar
Offering all day dining in a most exquisite manner, the Brasserie & Bar at Harvey Nichols is the perfect setting for a romantic meal in the city centre. Throughout the day diners can opt for afternoon tea, brunch, bottomless brunch, lunch, set menu or choose a dish from their all-day menu. Highlights from their menus include lobster tail and chicken thigh laksa. There’s also a halloumi burger and leek risotto for vegetarians.
Reservations can be made through their website and we recommend requesting one of their luxurious leather booths for your meal.
Adam’s Restaurant
Opened by husband and wife team Adam and Natasha in 2013, Adam’s Restaurant has been rated number 2 for best restaurant in Britain, number 6 in Europe and number 11 in the world by TripAdvisor in 2018. This Michelin star restaurant provides the perfect dining experience for a celebration such as an anniversary or birthday. For £95 guests can enjoy a six-course tasting menu with wine pairings and sample some of the best ingredients Britain has to offer.
Asha’s Birmingham
The multi-award-winning Asha’s has locations all over the world: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain … and Birmingham! Asha’s is an Indian restaurant that’s famous for both its food and its speciality cocktails. Their spice blends have been passed down through generations and are still used today as the restaurant combines traditional Indian cooking with modern, contemporary style. Top rated dishes include whole lobster panchporan from their meat menu and paneer makhani from their vegetarian menu.
No visit to Asha’s is complete without a signature cocktail. We suggest trying the ‘Rickshaw Fizz’ – Raspberry Vodka and Chambord Raspberry liqueur with fresh kumquats, raspberries, redcurrants and homemade vanilla sugar, topped with champagne.
Gaucho Birmingham
Gaucho is bringing a slice of Argentina to Birmingham with their inspired menus and wine lists. The restaurant specialises in providing diners with an unforgettable experience through their different events such as ‘Electro Brunch Feast’, ‘Bring Your Own Booze for Free Mondays’ and there’s live music evenings every Thursday from 6.30pm. Their A la Carte menu includes eight beef options from the grill served with their house-made chimichurri sauce.
Are you or your date vegetarian? There are options for you too! Veggie dishes include charred aubergine and pea and mint tortellini.
Purnell’s Restaurant
Purnell’s Restaurant is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Colourful and quirky, the restaurant exists within a red-bricked, protected Victorian building on Cornwall Street in Birmingham. Run by Michelin starred chef Glynn Purnell, the restaurant provides diners with a fine dining experience while offering dishes that take influence from Britain, France and the Far East.
Purnell’s is suited to couples seeking something a little different for date night. Though it’s fine dining, the atmosphere is friendly and relaxing. Purnell’s offer lunch, a la carte, tapas and tasting menus.
Simpsons Restaurant
Known for providing one of the top dining experiences in the West Midlands, Simpsons offers modern, seasonal British cuisine like you’ve never tasted before. Head chef Luke Tipping takes much of his inspiration for dishes by what local ingredients are in season. Their menu includes dishes such as Orkney scallops, Cornish lamb and Newlyn turbot. The three course menu costs £70 per guest – so best to save this experience for an occasion.
Visitors can enjoy a pre-dinner glass of bubbles on the restaurant’s stunning garden on sunny evenings.
Ana Rocha Bar & Gallery
Serving the best selection of Spanish tapas with specially imported native wines while surrounded by fascinating art – Ana Rocha is a restaurant like no other. Dishes on their menu are created with fresh ingredients and served with style, taking influence from the inhouse gallery. Guest can tuck into Spanish black pudding, calamari and, of course, patatas bravas.
Staff are on hand to make wine recommendations for your meal so feel free to avail of their expert advice.
Four Star Hotel in Birmingham City Centre
Why not round your romantic evening off with an overnight stay at the four-star Clayton Hotel Birmingham? We specialise in weekend getaways and late checkouts are available for that all-important lie on. Discover our range of offers on stay packages and get ready to take date night to the next level.
