There are many cute cafes lining the streets in Stratford-Upon-Avon. A little tired of pub grub,…read morewe decided to go for a restaurant with a view, and the Waterside Brasserie certainly offers that if you sit outside. Part of a hotel, I was a bit skeptical. They had a sign promoting their Sunday live jazz brunch, which has 2 of my favorite things, but alas it was not a Sunday, nor was it brunch-time. We were one of two tables filled outside, but there was a lovely view of the water and a park as well as the shakespeare theater right across from us. The food was a bit on the overpriced side, but that's what I come to expect from not only a hotel restaurant, but one in the UK. Given that we spent more than we should have, the food was still tasty. I ordered a club sandwich (be aware, Americans, the bacon here is "back bacon" that more closely resemble ham/canadian bacon than our typical US-bacon...not that it's a bad thing, just something to note). The sandwich was very good. We also got a goat cheese tart salad, and the tarts were delicious. The third entree was a burger, which while good, was a very unique tasting burger. I think it was due to the intense tomato/ketchup flavor. So all-in-all, come here for the nice outdoor view and some fresh, tasty food, but don't come here to save money.

The Browns restaurant chain is a solid, reliable chain the UK. The food offerings are extensive and…read moregood, the service is always good and the atmosphere welcoming. Browns in Birmingham is just outside the (by British standards) humungous shopping center of the Bullring. To be honest I was just looking for something light to eat (and warm to sit) while waiting for Mrs G. I chose the fish pie that I had had before in Browns Nottingham and enjoyed it. Always worth a visit Review #79 2023

So its hard for me to properly rate British restaurants as I don't have much experience with them…read moreyet. But I will say I really enjoyed Brown's. My partner and I had a reservation for afternoon tea on a Saturday. They offered an option with Hendricks gin to accompany the standard afternoon tea offerings. The restaurant appeared to be very crowded and noisy downstairs. We checked in and were quickly led upstairs to our table. Upstairs was less hectic but still noisy. A server came over quickly to explain a few things about the menu. It took a bit longer than expected to receive our tea and gin, but judging by how busy they were I found it acceptable. Each of us received a tea pot with loose leaf tea which tasted fine to me. But I am American, so my tea opinion may not be worth much... The food consisted of standard crust free sandwiches like egg, salmon, and cucumber. I found them all quite tasty! We each had a fruit scone with cream and jam. Yum yum! The dessert offering seemed lacking compared to other afternoon teas I've experienced. It was 3 different items. I can't remember what they were at this point so ill just post a pic. But my partner enjoyed them all. Although a chain restaurant is probably not ideal for afternoon tea, it seemed pretty affordable at £24 for two. I left feeling very full. Many people around us ordered lunches and the food looked fantastic. The drink menu is also pretty impressive. I would love to go back for dinner and some cocktails. Yes the service was slow and it was super crowded as it was a Saturday in the Bull Ring. However, I will definitely be back at some point to try out the regular menu!

Very brusque maitre d' Service is just in passing rather…read morethan with a focusing the customer Staff is not dressed in a manner that you can identify them as being staff (some had aprons, others not. Some had white shirts, others not, some had jeans, others not) Lady playing guitar music live was extremely loud since it had an amplifier Maitre had to ask who requested what(rather than knowing) Re the food Mezze was very nice Potted Crab starter was okay Green beans that came with duck were not "top and tailed" Carrots with the duck were not as al dente as I like(but I recognize that tastes differ) Duck confit very nice indeed Salmon cake was adequate, but heavy on the breadcrumbs. It was served in a bowl which is stupid Had to request the salt and pepper which is inappropriate Maitre brought over a limoncello even though no one ordered it. A properly trained staff member would have known who ordered what Lemon parfait was very zesty Rating is based on the food, not the service. Service would make it a 1 1/2

One of the loveliest things about this ex-Blanc Bistro style restaurant is the atmosphere in the…read moreevenings. Blue lights lend a hazy ambience and the way the tables are organised ( in long lines two abreast but well spaced) makes intimate dining possible without losing the buzz of the place. The food is good Bistro fare; vegetables are always beautifully and often unusually cooked and there's a great cocktail bar for a ore-dinner glass of bubbly. We always eat here rather than at the adjacent Queens Hotel restaurant, when staying overnight.

We enjoyed a delightful lunch at Côte. I absolutely loved their beef bourguignon; it was flavorful…read moreyet light. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the overall atmosphere was very pleasant.

This is a lovely English brasserie and champagne bar located on the top floor of Selfridges. As the…read morename implies, it is a balcony that overlooks the Bullring shopping centre. Lovely and clean environment, comfy chairs and brilliant service. The menu is not too fussy, with a lot of popular favourites on offer. I went with the 'Lake District cheese & bacon burger with fries' (£14) and my friend 'halloumi, red pepper, avocado, sweet chilli burger with polenta chips' (£12.50). Both were very enjoyable, well presented, and well seasoned. I then tried their americano coffee, a lovely bean, a good job with the extraction, and they even included warm milk to not ruin the delicate tastes. Price isn't too bad, three courses you can have for £30-40 per head excluding drinks.

I have had this place bookmarked on Yelp since moving here. I was so thrilled when my boyfriend…read morereserved us a table for a Sunday picnic afternoon tea. It is located on the 4th floor of Selfridges with only a few tables overlooking the Bull Ring. We were sat immediately in a crowded section of tiny tables. I assumed since we booked the afternoon tea we would be sat at a one of the many empty nice large tables along the balcony. Maybe you need to request it? So we wedged into our tiny table and waited... It was about ten minutes until we were waited on. There definitely was not a heavy focus on customer service here. After our order was placed, the table next to us had to call over our server just to take their order. I wouldn't expect that from an upscale brasserie like the Balcony. The cocktails here were so tasty. I cannot remember my drink name (Mexican bird maybe) but it had tequila and elderflower. It was served in an unusual glass that reminded me of a reed diffuser jar. I really liked it. The afternoon tea was so cute. It literally was served on a mini picnic table. It was the main reason I wanted to come...that is how cute the picnic table is. The sandwich selection consisted of tuna, cheese and tomato, and coronation chicken. Each was served on a little bun. Desserts were two macarons and a red velvet cupcake. And lastly, two scones with cream and jam finished off the selection. I absolutely loved it! We were each served a surprisingly large pot of loose leaf tea. I think we each made 4 cups out of it! Just be careful not to burn yourself as the teapots are metal and lids don't latch on. I really did enjoy the afternoon tea at the Balcony. Both the food and drinks were fantastic. I do think the service we experienced was sub par for this type of establishment, which is why I'm giving it a 3. I expected a lot more from Selfridges. But I think I would give it another shot. The fish and chips sure looked great.

One word: perfection. Out of all the restaurants I have visited in the UK, this restaurant is my…read morefavorite by far. I stopped by while visiting Oxford and this place was a great decision. The fish was delicate and cooked perfectly. The sauces served with the dishes were amazing and complimented the fish. Definitely some of the best fish dishes I've ever had. The bouillabaisse sauce is so deep in flavor. Lastly, the desserts were creative and beautiful to look at.

We visited the brasserie in a group of 26. The restrooms were uncredible dirty. But after…read morecomplaining the crew cleaned it up. So far so good. I had the burger, it wasn't the best but also not the worse. Just too expensive. 15£. The best lemon tarte i've ever had. It's really expensive here. Maybe it's a good place for mussel. Try it by yourself.

*Classy & stunning ambience *Exceptional service…read more*Reasonably priced *Lovely dinner music *Good food & drinks I thoroughly enjoyed my meal here with Family. The hostess was courteous. She seated us without our full party present. We were able to get a look at the menu b4 the rest of our party arrived. Our head waiter or manager and server were attentive and accommodating. For apps we had half a dozen oysters, chicken skewers, and duck rolls. Drinks were the Porn star martini (my new fave), a Bellini and margaritas. All delicious. For entrees, we had the crispy duck served with rice & mash, and the sirloin. All very very good. Love is!

I went here for my birthday with a friend and from the beginning of the night all the way until we…read morewe're quite tipsily leaving, the service was beyond amazing. Whilst the restaurant is on the more pricier side, the service and trendy atmosphere more than makes up for it. The 23 year old blond hostess was charming and seeing the balloons my friend had gotten me, was quick to congratulate me and start up a conversation on our plans for the evening and what she may recommend. Once we were seated, the waiter came round numerous times to make sure we were doing alright and then we had sufficient drinks and food throughout the night. The food was pretty good, but what really made the restaurant stand out were the drinks. The cocktails they've got are simply delicious. The complimentary chocolate truffles for dessert was just another addition to the remarkable service I received throughout the evening. My only criticism was that despite having joined their loyalty club earlier in the week, after being tempted by triple points on your birthday and a 'welcome gift' online; at the restaurant, the £20 welcome voucher which was supposedly pre-loaded on my card and needs redeeming within 25 days of receiving it could not be used as it needed another 20 hours to be activated. Whilst it was great to receive triple points, its not a restaurant I would go unless there's an occasion to celebrate and with the £20 expring in a few weeks, it was quite the let down that I was unable to use it.

The menu has lots of selections and combinations to choose from with reasonable pricing... Started…read morewith the crab bisque and it was perfect with airy croutons on the side...the bisque had a little kick that complimented the creamy base...then the mushroom spinach crepes arrived and they were heavenly... when you are in the area, I would definitely recommend this Brasserie!

On vacation with my wife, we came to this restaurant on a whim, we were really impressed with our…read moreserver, she was knowledgeable about the menu, the wine, the local area and pretty much anything that we asked. The food was exceptional and we really enjoyed the veal escalope and the pork loin. The prices were very reasonable, and I wish we had more time in Cheltenham as we would certainly be back. ( my job is a corporate executive chef feeding 2500 people daily, and this is the best meal I have eaten on my vacation)

The Brasserie is a lively place to eat whether you would like to try a relatively cheap lunch…read more(£11.90 for two courses with a glass of wine), or a more relaxed and expensive evening meal like we did. Individual starters range from £5.95 to £7.45; mains from £9.75 to £18.00 with steaks costing up to £27.50 for an 8oz Aberdeen fillet; puddings are around £5. Overall the food and general ambiance was very good, but the service was a little under par considering the place and the pricing. Overall highly recommended either for a great value lunch or a special evening meal.

I was at Brasserie Blanc a couple of weeks ago celebrating a friends birthday, and i can safely say…read morewe made the best choice for lunch. As soon as we arrived we were greeted very warmly by a lady called Valerie, who showed us to a cozy table. Once we were seated our Waitress arrived, her name Was Jodie and she was very friendly and professional. The food was to delicious to describe with words, but suffice it to say everything was delicious. We left very happy and satisfied. I would reccomend Brasserie Blanc to anyone who loves good food.

Le Bistrot Pierre is the new kid on the block in terms of places to get some good grub in…read moreBrum.....for me it is a more than welcome addition! Myself and a friend who likes to think he is a lot funnier than he actually is (we all know one of those) went in the other day for a meal and were pretty impressed from the moment we walked into the venue. The place is immaculate.....like SO fresh! It's clean, smells like IKEA flatpack and has a really polished finish....I especially like the little courtyard as you walk into the venue....drinks out there on a sunny evening....lovely! We were walked upstairs by the manager after checking our reservation and taken to a table. The resturant is vast with many small rooms giving a cozy feel. We went into an upstairs room with large glass windows overlooking the canal and were sat down.....slight gripe....the restaurant was pretty quiet where we were and we were sat right next to another woman that was eating alone even though there were other tables which would have allowed a little more space/room to chat about mildly inappropriate topics....haha....not a huge ine really just felt a little weird as there were other tables available. We both had the pre theatre menu which is pretty extensive and has a lot of good options. We both had the rabbit pate to start....it was good but don't think I would go for it again.....then I had the pork medallions for my main. The pork was beautifully cooked with a side of dauphinoise and seasonal veg. All amazing I must say...big shouts to the sauce on the whole plate which was rich and full of flavour. The other slight gripe I have is the slightly over attentive service while you are in the venue but im putting that down to everyone there being so keen to impress. I think you can let people relax a little....what you are doing is really good :) 5* will be back....100% try this place out ASAP.

Boy oh boy... If at first I thought this place is going to be pricey and not filling then I'll need…read moreto think again. I can honestly say I'm honoured to have visited here with another fellow yelper. I must admit I've never been a big enthusiast of French cuisine, purely because my knowledge in wines accompanying a meal is zero to none. However! This restaurant has opened my eyes once again to European because the food was fantastic and to top that, what makes the difference is the customer service making me and my friend feel like home in this wonderful feeling overlooking the canal. My meal consisted of the pre theatre menu with pork medallions and the chocolate torte dessert. The Pork Medallions was glazed with honey and mustard and layed with some sausage, mustard and pepper sauce with caramelised Apple. Such a combo makes a great mixture that your tastebuds just simply can't resist. The chocolate torte I thought was quite rich (not a massive chocolate fan so bear with me!) however, this was neutralised by the amazing black current ice cream produced from the restaurant chain itself. For an amazing price of £15 pp I can honestly say I feel like I robbed the restaurant for their hospitality. You have made me a very happy yelper Serena and I hope my tipped reached you. Would visit again