I've now been to this place twice as it's a favorite venue of the people I work with. It's a fairly large pub that reminds me of a place you'd stumble across out in the country. I do love the interior with the exposed beams. It does have it's own free car park which is always a plus. But other than that there's nothing I would ever voluntarily go back here for. Both times I have dined here I found the food plain. It reminds me of a cheap ready meal you'd get from the supermarket. This most recent time I chose off the Festive menu which had 3 courses for around £20. The food on paper sounded lovely. Crayfish cocktail to start, turkey main, and butterscotch pud for dessert. The crayfish cocktail was very small. There was nothing special about it. The roast turkey was loaded up with roasted potatoes, turkey, pig in blanket, Yorkshire pud, and veg. The stuffing was so tiny I barely got a taste. Turkey was average. And the vegetables were over cooked. I could hardly cut into the potatoes with the dull knife I had. Lastly, butterscotch pudding. I normally love desserts, but this one I couldn't get into. I only finished half. Again it reminded me of something I'd find premade in a low end supermarket, consistently underwhelming. I'm a big cocktail drinker and I could only find a few Christmas cocktails. I tried one expecting a true cocktail, but this was basically booze with a mixer in a glass with no garnish or thought put into it. This seemed more of a beer drinker paradise as it is a traditional pub. Still, it would have been nice if they put a tiny bit more effort into the drinks. I didn't realize this pub was amongst a chain of pubs called Chef & Brewer. I can't say I've been to any of the others. I will say we did not have a problem with service or wrong orders at this pub as others have wrote. However, based on the food quality I received both visits, I feel I can't give this place above 2 stars. read more

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A nicer place than it used to be. It looks and smells very new and clean, it has had a complete refurbishment - before it looked like a complete bomb site with mis matched grotty furniture and sticky tables, but 'now' its runs better and is very lovely looking pub. Service is fab can't fault it, the food is good value pub grub and has nice relaxed atmosphere. Its not a la carte its great decent pub fare and i'll be going back soon.The Guinness was Guinness, and the place itself was warm...in most parts. No outdoor heathers/ canopy for smokers though. Can't believe that the toilets have not changed in the refurbishment they are well over due apparently over £100,000 spent and they couldn't do the loos!! Get it sorted!!! read more

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This was my second visit to The Garden house. I enjoyed it so much the first time I couldn't wait to return. I had the buttermilk chicken burger and sweet potato fries. I was disappointed because the fries arrived cold, I asked for them to be replaced and they had just microwaved them. I had to return the whole meal but was pleased to say all was perfect when the meal arrived the second time around. I also wanted the salted caramel sundae but had to cancel the order after waiting almost 45 mins for dessert to arrive. The staff where very friendly and we're happy to refund my money for the desert. It seems like they were understaffed which was a shame as the food is so great read more

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I can't say I even knew this place existed prior to visiting last Friday, but having been across the road at the Strathallan Hotel all evening, we fancied a change of scenery and were recommended the Garden House on the basis that they at least served real ale. Unfortunately, despite having 4 pumps on the go, and it being a friday at approximately 22:30, only one was working, serving the rather uninspiring Bombardier (at least an upgrade to the Becks Vier on offer across the road). The pub wasn't busy but there were a few people knocking about, seemed mostly people staying in the hotel who had ventured over from what we could sell. The problem with the Garden House is that whilst I wouldn't say there's anything wrong with the pub, per-se, there's also very little to actually recommend about it. Reasonable drinks selection (lack of on-the-go ale aside), o.k. decor, staff seemed alright. If you are at any of the surrounding hotels, then it's probably not a bad place to venture to within walking distance, but certainly not worth the bother of travelling to from any further afield. read more

If you enjoy your food and alfresco dining then you must try out Garden House. It's a bar restaurant with ample parking behind. Be careful as you drive through to the back, the entrance and exit is deceivingly narrow! The general ambience is relaxed, mature and sleek. I love sitting outdoors in the evenings or on a summer's day. You're surrounded by greenery and calm, despite the adjacent hustle and bustle of the Hagley Road. Food is reasonably priced and the portions are generous. As much as I love my food, I could never munch through a 3-course meal. Instead I tend to share a starter or dessert, but the main is all mine! Families are welcome at the Garden House but generally there are few children running around or students to be seen. A fabulous joint with fabulous food! read more

Went here this evening for a meal with parents. The menu, while not brimming with variety, was extensive enough to cater for most. The food here is well presented and modern, almost try-hard-trendy with over complicated ways of plating up food for aesthetics... that aside, the food is great tasting. The waitress who served us, Gemma, was a true Brummie and was friendly, warm and on the ball. It wasn't too busy in here and the tables are laid out far enough apart that they are private, but still holds an atmosphere. Unfortunately, it was fairly late so we didn't venture into the beer garden, but I've heard it's quite something! I'll definitely be returning here soon. read more

This pub is great, and the main reason to go there is for the beer garden. Right at the back of the pub with ample seating it has always been my favourite pub on the Hagley Road. I remember one summer during the world cup they put out a big screen in the garden which was a great idea. Why this beer gaden is so good though is that even though the pub is on the very busy and noisy Hagley Road you actually get a sense of being away from the city. Inside the pub has your country pub vibe, and style menu. There is some casual seating and the other half is more formal dining. I have ate here on a few occasions and have always enjoyed the food and service. Their lamb shank dish with a combo of sweet potato fries on the side is yum. During a busy day waiting to be served at the bar can take awhile and one annoyance for me is the bar is always soaked in spilled drinks so do not approach with your elbows ready to land. read more

The Garden House is a traditional British Pub made posh but despite the restaurant prices the food is still pub food and not worth the bill. The atmosphere is nice enough with the music being not particularly good or bad and the decor is really rather enjoyable but the prices are too high for the experience. I have read other reviews of the pub and have seen nothing good. It seems tales of nasty meals, slow service and dissatisfaction are the norm. I don't recommend The Garden House for meals but if you're in the area its passable for drinks. read more

Garden House - Pubs Near Me - Birmingham, XWM

Plenty of parking is a real plus, plenty of outside seating for when the sun shines, plenty of room inside for when it doesn't. It has a reasonable menu, not exactly value for money, but not going to break the bank either. It is just about the only pub in the vicinity and very handy if you happen to be on or near the Hagley Road for one reason or another. Fairly average, probably not worth a special trip. read more

The Garden House is one of my favourite summer pubs but visited less frequently because of it's location, just outside of the city on Hagley Road. The pub's grand, white exterior is quite impressive; as is it's epic beer garden, to the rear, with well kept lawns and seating with huge umbrellas and heaters. Perfect for those balmy summer evenings. It's like being in the grounds of a mansion...well...a small mansion. There is a full bar and the food menu is varied and at the end of the pub food market which isn't surprising for such a nice pub that wouldn't look out of place at the end of a long driveway in the countryside. Starters seem to be reasonable with soup of the day and crusty bread priced at just £2.99 whereas the mains do get a bit expensive; the surf and turf would set you back a costly £15.99. I haven't eaten at The Garden House for a while so I can't comment on the quality of the food currently but I would definitely recommend it for a summer lunch. See what you think. read more

After living in the edgbaston area for some years, the GH has been frequented many times. As previous reviewers have commented, the garden at rear is a delightful place for an afternoon drink - especially given the dearth of comparable places in vicinity. However, that really is as good as it gets, food is over priced and poorly executed - and over the years me and friends have experienced service here that was awful beyond compare. It can regularly take over 10minutes to get drinks from the bar, waiting staff (with a couple of exceptions)are tardy unfriendly and seemingly uninterested in delivery. Its a shame that such a great location has dwindled due to lack of positive management, who show little care for increasing standards! read more

Food is delicious! Delivered quickly and with a smile. Bar staff are pleasant and helpful. My partner had the pork belly, was tasty and a delicious dish. I had the Wild Boar Burger, which was juicy and again a good portion. Overall impressed, no wonder my parents come here once a week! read more

Always good, wholesome home cooked food of good quality in a fresh modern atmosphere. Good variety of ales and wines. Excellent service. Excellent beer garden for the summer read more

The Garden House on the Hagley Road is a great place for a drink on a summer weekend or evening. The garden is large so you will probably get a seat/table and although it's attached to the car park if you sit facing the pub, you wouldn't particularly notice. The pub itself is really big and food wise I pretty much would stick to things they shouldn't get wrong - like fish and chips, which are okay. Because it is a large pub and has a decent garden, it's a good place to go and eat with kids. The service can be hit and miss but if you're chilled out and want a place to have a nice drink and maybe just have a bit but don't need it to be fancy, you should be okay at the Garden House! read more

Positives - They serve aspall cider Negatives - Everything else. The food was poor. Chips undercooked, burger had no cheese, sauce was, weird. I would have informed the staff had they paid me the slightest bit of interest. The thing the really annoyed me was the place was empty yet customers were still coming to the bar to order food despite being told it was table service. After waiting for fifteen minutes I went and asked for my bill! Won't be going back. read more

Five stars for the food and the service. Been there a few times. It is kind of hidden off Hagley Road and you would never expect that it is there. Ample parking in the back which is a plus off of Hagley Road. While the food is standard bar type food, it has always been consistently fresh, tasty and served quickly. They do some great deals and discounts. Worth a visit. read more