Best Restaurants in Birmingham

In total, there are 21 award winning restaurants in Birmingham, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Birmingham? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in Birmingham is Opheem (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Aktar Islam serves up award winning Indian Cuisine. Opheem currently holds 2 Michelin Stars, 3 AA Rosettes, a ranking of 6th in UK in the Hardens Top 100 and a rating of Exceptional in the Good Food Guide.

There are currently 3 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Birmingham consisting of 1 restaurant holding 2 Michelin Stars and 2 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 2 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 13 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 11 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Birmingham consisting of 5 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 4 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 2 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Birmingham, nestled in the heart of the United Kingdom, has always held a proud and illustrious legacy within the realm of British culinary tradition. A city of culinary diversity, it lays claim to an enticing tapestry of world-class restaurants, historic eateries and vibrant food festivals, providing a tantalising buffet of gustatory delights that feed its thriving foodie scene. In the vanguard of Birmingham's gastronomic history, the city has garnered a reputation as a mecca for curry enthusiasts. With the honour of being the birthplace of the universally loved Balti curry in the 1970's, Birmingham is home to the famous "Balti Triangle," attracting aficionados of this gastronomic craft from far and wide. Additionally, the city proudly boasts Michelin starred restaurants like Purnell's and Adam's, ensuring an elegant dining experience that juxtaposes the diversified street-food culture. As one traverses from the quaint charm of its Victorian pubs serving traditional British fare, through to the bustling hub of its markets brimming with local, fresh produce, Birmingham presents a rich palette of culinary narratives, embodying Britain's gastronomic diversity and evolution.