Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Birmingham/West Midlands (county)

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Opheem

4.9

4.9 (1571)

£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.

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martin

Dined 6 days ago

From the greeting at the front door to leaving everything and everyone was perfect , all staff so friendly and knowledgeable, every nibble every course amazing flavours , would not hesitate to return

Chakana

4.8

4.8 (1364)

£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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Michelle

Dined 6 days ago

What a great afternoon! Food was fabulous as always, service was exceptional. A really special afternoon - thank you!

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Popular dish

Andean Potato Stew (V)

4.8

4.8 (361)

£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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Sanjay

Dined 6 days ago

As always, a fabulous dining experience, with wonderfully tasty dishes, fine wine and made all the better with the lovely weather.

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Experience

Eureka cookery class

670 grams

4.8

4.8 (49)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Welcome to 670 grams.
We look forward to seeing you shortly.

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Jeanette

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

The food and service were outstanding, I would definitely recommend 670grams to friends and will likely go back. First time with a tasting menu and it was exquisite, we would personally have preferred slightly larger portions.

The Rose and Crown

4.6

4.6 (1464)

£25 and under

British

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Rose and Crown Bar and Restaurant in Solihull.
Enjoy food and drinks in our comfortable bar area, beautiful restaurant or our large garden with lots of seating.

We serve a wide range of food from bar snacks, sharing plates, our Signature steaks, burgers and wood fired pizzas plus lots more of favourites and our bar is stocked with a comprehensive selection of beers and wines.

On Sundays we have our very popular Sunday Roast with menu changing weekly using the finest ingredients for great Sunday Roasts the perfect way to spend a relaxed Sunday afternoon.

We’ve created a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere, open seven days a week at affordable prices with menus freshly prepared on site everyday by our expert chef. Perfect to enjoy a relaxed lunch, dinner or drinks with friends, family or business.

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Theresa

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Always love it here service and food is always on point brilliant place

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Popular dish

Warm Roast Beef

EN Steak

4.6

4.6 (91)

£26 to £40

Steak

Birmingham

About the restaurant

We’re bringing flavours from around the world to Birmingham
ENjoy Japanese A5 Wagyu, dry-aged Hereford beef, and our Seafood bisque at our new family-run restaurant in Mailbox Birmingham

At EN Steak, we take great pride in sourcing only the highest quality meat from award-winning farms right here in Herefordshire, as well as certified Japanese Wagyu that boasts the finest cuts of Kobe beef.
Using a combination of charcoal and cherry wood, we add a touch of unique smokiness to our dishes that sets us apart from the rest.
Our commitment to excellence ensuring that every bite you take is bursting with flavour, tenderness, and juiciness.

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Robyn

Dined on Apr 5, 2025

This was our first visit and we really enjoyed it. The cuts of meat were excellent quality and beautifully cooked, and we really liked that it was a relaxed and unpretentious place to have a great steak. Staff were friendly and attentive but not over the top. All in all a great experience.

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4.5

4.5 (639)

£26 to £40

Indian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Itihaas restaurant in Birmingham is one stunning eaterie. This beautiful restaurant —the name means ‘history’ -- is the £2 million brainchild of businessman Raj Rana and it’s been raking in awards since it opened its doors. The décor is contemporary meets traditional with two dining rooms honouring colonial and maharaja eras – there are slate finished walls, original paintings, carved stone elephants, Jali marble window frames like those found in Mogul palaces and elegant black sari-clad hostesses. Chef Amardeep Saka offers intriguing dishes influenced by North India, Mumbai, Chinese fusion and Kenya. The cuisine and service are royal, yet the ambience is relaxed and informal – a history-making combination in anyone’s book.

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Kam

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Excellent service from Kanwal and the team! Good perfect as always!

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Popular dish

Makhani Paneer

Popular dish

Laal Mirchi Rogan Josh

Experience

Bottomless Thali

Hogarths Brasserie

4.5

4.5 (30)

£26 to £40

British

Solihull

About the restaurant

Our aim is to bring you delicious food from our three local counties of Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Herefordshire. It matters to us where the ingredients we source are from, so we allow ourselves to be guided by the seasons and the wonderful growers, farmers and producers that surround us. We think this makes all the difference and allows are food to truly sing.

Our menus change regularly which means you can dine out with us as often as you like and have something different each time. Served by our team with a passion for genuine hospitality, a smile and wanting you to have a great time. Sounds fun…we hope so!

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Amy

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

Really lovely afternoon tea in a beautiful setting. The staff were so attentive and pleasant, they were a joy. The food was delightful and plenty of it. We will definitely be back to try the lunch & drinks menu

KOKO Restaurant

4.1

4.1 (20)

£26 to £40

Steak

Erdington

About the restaurant

Experience unparalleled sophistication at Koko Restaurant, the newest gem in Birmingham’s vibrant Tyburn Road.

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Charmadine

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

5 stars all around The service was impeccable, attentive, friendly staff members who couldn't do enough The food was absolutely divine, (the dynamite prawns lived up to their name , and the lamb chops were seasoned and cooked to perfection). The decor was stimulating, fresh, modern and classy, and the shisha was of premium brand. It's somewhere I will most definitely visit again with friends, on a date and possibly my children on a Friday. Thank you for this wonderful experience Koko!! Charm

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