This is such an awesome bar! The fact that one exists in the midlands is fab! The atmosphere is…read moregreat as is the decor. The food in the bird cage is cute and the drinks. The drinks. Wow. The Chocolate martini is dangerous, doesn't taste alcoholic whatsoever. Music is catered for those that love old school r n b! No complaints here!

The food, service, and ambiance are 10/10. Best food we've ever had, so incredible vibey and…read moreamazing. Stop reading this review and go!!

The food is literally the best food any of us had EVER had!!! The service was INCREDIBLE!! They…read morewere so sweet and so kind. It's so cozy and eclectic and ACCESIBLE for wheelchairs!! STUNNINNNGGG!!!! Obsessed and will be back!

Service was excellent! Beautiful atmosphere, food was good! 1st time visiting, I will visit again.read more

Lovely views and lots to do here and the surrounding area. Nice staff but with most fancy bars,…read moredrinks are a bit pricey.

Jekyll & Hyde was one of the very first places we visited when we moved to Birmingham and I must…read moresay it continues to be a favorite. I have yet to try the food, so this review is reflective of the cocktails. The bar staff here are expert craftsmen. Every cocktail is made to perfection. The menu rotates seasonally, so enjoy a favorite until you pick a new favorite. If you like gin, this is the place for you. There is more gin on offer than I've ever seen in one place before. The upstairs even boasts a gin lounge with yet more selection. The deliciousness is in the details. Jekyll & Hyde made use of fun flavored alcohols, syrups, juices, herbs and spices. Each cocktail is shaken, stirred or muddled to be an explosion of flavor in your mouth and served up in a perfectly paired glass to suit. My first favorite drink here was called the Puss Puss Meow Meow. Served in a delicate tea cup, this drink was sweetie cute and oh so yummy. A fruity, fragrant concoction with floral gin notes. On the new menu I'm smitten with Strawberry Laces - served up with little twizzles of strawberry laces. Absolutely delicious. Also check out the French Connection - a warming drink which makes use of saffron gin and cinnamon. It tastes like a Sunday afternoon drifting through the warm countryside. The decor is well thought out and the tables and stools are adjustable for a pair or large group. It looks like a typical pub outside and is anything but inside.

This is a incredibly Bijoux bar with a good vibe. It feels a bit more upmarket when compared to the…read morerest of the chain, but I feel this could be due to the Victorian Gin theme. The staff in here are excellent. I asked them to make me a non-alcoholic cocktail last night and was whipped up a gem for the eyes and tastebuds. However, again, if you don't get here in Happy Hour and want a cocktail - you're paying from £6.00+ - so not a cheap option for a night out. Last time I ate here (Booking is a must by the way, if you want to eat!), I had the Sea bass with Sanphire - which was fabulous. The Ginger cake dessert was lovely too. The lunch menu is quite reasonable (and there is a loyalty card scheme - meaning you can earn a free lunch if you eat out regularly). A MUST for Gin fans. Good for a night out with the girls or the start of a big night out. Aim for Happy Hour and keep in mind Thursday/Friday/Saturday is VERY busy (but - top tip - you can reserve tables in advance).

Went there for an evening - you deffo dont wanna go in ya best clothes - chairs are made in Africa…read more- good for the ppl who made em - but not for your best skirt - get caught on a nails. Car park wasnt good for your best shoes either - suggest jeans trainers and tee shirt. Reading the reviews - it seemed a great place to go - but they are dated 2012 - its now 2019. My friend googled their food cleanse things and was horrified to see zero rated. Summer 2019. ive just checked and its not changed. Go enjoy the garden centre - great plants and stuff.

I first went to Akamba in April this year. I'd found it online a few weeks earlier, whilst looking…read morefor tribute nights locally, and then a friend mentioned she had a voucher for a meal there, so we gave it a go. Let's be honest, eating dinner at a garden centre usually sounds like the sort of things your parents or grandparents (depending on your age!) would do, however, this little slice of African themed heaven is a far cry from what you'd normal expect of such a place! I've not made it to Africa, though have traveled widely in Asia, and the outside felt totally authentic, being similar to bars and restaurants I've eaten in abroad. Even outside, you are sheltered from the rain, and inside, where the buffet is served, it's warm and cosy, with live music of an evening, and the most amazing spread of food. I've been a number of times since that first dinner, having returned in the day with my dog, as it's dog friendly if you're happy to sit outside - they even bring a bowl of water for our four legged friends! I've had lunch there, and the most fabulous afternoon cream tea, and cake, whilst the choice is limited, what they offer is very tasty (and I'm a fan of cake!) I loved it that much the first night, that I've refused to go there for a meal again, as I'm going for my 40th, which happens to fall on a Thursday, and looking forward to sharing the experience with close friends. The service is always friendly. It's not always super fast, as it runs on Kenyan time, so this isn't the place to go in a rush. Indeed, why would you? It's such a delightful experience that it deserves to be cherished. Oh, and the shop is pretty fab too! So yes, dog friendly, fab food, great shop and friendly service!

I have never had food there but went three times already for a few cocktails. The place is really…read morecontemporary and offers a wide range of cocktails. The staff is great and all dressed really smart. They are really friendly and give good advice on drinks. It has a nice atmosphere and has a "chic" feel to it!

A beautiful cocktail bar in art deco style, totally reminds me of the sets of movie The Great…read moreGatsby.The opulence and over the top style is really fitting with the building and the area it is in. The cocktails and afternoon teas here are sublime, cocktails can end up being expensive but really quirky. Service is always really good too. Incredible value for money with what you get with your afternoon tea. I was taken here by a very good friend for a pre-xmas treat. The Edgbaston has a lovely menu of different flavoured teas. Before our tiered platter of finger sandwiches and mini cakes arrived, we were presented with an aperitif of elderflower and apple, served in a glass within a bowl of dry ice which then had apple & elderflower juice poured around it to "awaken our smell" senses. Sorry to ruin the surprise! I couldn't smell it but loved the drama and theatre of all the dry smoke pouring out of the bowl on to our table. The sandwiches were lovely (they catered for my friends dietary requirements too), the cakes were scrumptious, especially the salted caramel puff was simply delicious, and then we were served scones some with and some without raisons and jam & cream. Quintessentially British in a very trendy setting i'd say. Thoroughly enjoyed it and at £20per person (this was the no alcohol option) I thought it was very good value. I will definitely go back and sample the alcoholic option :)

I have had this place bookmarked since I moved to England 10 months ago. When I heard about the…read moreFestive Afternoon Tea I knew it was time to try it. We booked in for the last day of the Festive Tea. From the moment I walked in, I was blown away by the sheer beauty of this place. We were seated promptly and each given an explanation of the menu. We each went with the Moseley Serve which is the afternoon tea with all the trimmings plus a fancy cocktail (£32 each). As they were still in the festive spirit, they were offering Christmas cocktails. I had In A Pear Tree which was the sweeter of the two offered, with gin, honey, and pear. It was garnished with two slices of dried pear. Great start to the afternoon. As many have mentioned, the china used is beautiful and ornate. It accompanies the dining room perfectly. Even the sugar bowl was visually appealing with cute little bird claw tongs. Everything looks very vintage and was in pristine condition. I was pleasantly surprised at the amuse-bouche that was brought out prior to our cakes and sandwiches. I've never seen anything presented like this at an afternoon tea before. It's a pretty special presentation. It made me feel like I was dining at a Michelin starred restaurant! Now for the food. There were 4 types of sandwiches. I can't remember exactly, but pretty standard sandwiches that you would expect. The cakes, however, were truly exceptional. We were told they were all made in house. They were so pretty I didn't want to eat them. There were a few flavored meringues, macaroons, a mince pie and a boozy rum tart. Very festive and quite good. This is the first time that I ever had afternoon tea and actually enjoyed ALL THE FOOD! Scones (plain and fruit) were brought out last for us with the cream and jam served in adorable but hard to scrape out jars. We were told to dig in as they were nice and warm..but our scones were not warm at all. None the less they still tasted great. The only reason I refuse to give this place full on 5 stars is the service. For the price point and atmosphere I expected top notch service. Our hot water ran out in both tea pots and we were never offered a top up although the menu mentions unlimited hot water top ups for tea. Dirty dishes and glasses were not cleared so our small table was over crowded. It also seemed odd that there wasn't a coat check. Our baggy winter coats were left shuffled next to me on the bench seating. Despite this, everything else was fantastic. They have a fantastic looking cocktail menu. I am hoping they come up with a new seasonal tea soon so I have a reason to try The Edgbaston again!

A classy, classy joint. It's so classy there's not even a sign. Just a black door with 40 on it…read more Inside is a tiny little room with a simple bar and limited seats. You do need to book. Both times I've been they've been turning people away. Table service is the order of the day- this isn't somewhere you order at the bar and then stand around. It's a pretty amazing way to experience gin. First up, they give you water and top it up throughout the evening. They have over 7 gins from around the world and it looks like more will be appearing. Trying one of their G&Ts is a must. Each comes with appropriate garnishes. I had a wonderful provence inspired G&T with herbs, apple and lots of ice. There's a fair few gin cocktails too, all beautifully presented and delicious. As well as gin you can order a limited number of bar snacks including olives and a cheese board. I highly recommend both. I also attended the Valentines event, which was four European themed cocktails with appropriate snacks, all from local producers. It was one of the loveliest evenings I've had. I'm also booked in for a collaboration with Nomad. it's great to see them doing exciting events like these. If you're a gin lover, why haven't you already been?

If you're a gin fan stop reading this review right now, book (yes book, it is essential at the…read moremoment or you may get turned away as seats are limited and they don't want to crowd the space out) yourself in and prepare to have a fab night. For everyone else you should probably also follow the above advice. 40 St Pauls just exudes class. Once you find the unassuming entrance (just a door with a 40 on it and very easy to walk past! Watch out for Henrys opposite) and walk into the small lounge space you'll be sat down for an evening of table service by someone friendly, knowledgeable and passionate. Drinks fall roughly into 3 classes. 1. Gin and tonic - there are over 70 varieties of gins to try, as well as some special gin and tonic "twists" (don't worry the twist is subtle rather than suddenly becoming a cocktail), they also have their own special tonic. 2. Cocktails - There aren't loads to choose from but, and this holds true for the whole operation, they are precise, clean and thoughtfully put together to create elegant drinks that show off the gin. 3. Wine - In the style of the wonderful Nomad (in fact these guys will be supplying the cocktails there soon) the wine list simply describes the flavour of the wine to stop any biases coming through in your choice, they are also all the same price so you can just pick the flavour to choose your mood without having to think about anything else. As this is table service there's a good chance you'll be feeling a bit peckish during the evening so the guys have you covered with some table bites, cheese boards and the like. Prices are also pretty reasonable, drinks come in at around £8, although they could be more depending on your gin choice.

If you're looking for uniquely crafted cocktails, this is the place. Everything is made with…read moreflair, and more importantly, top quality ingredients. Even the food is unique and tasty. Always worth a visit!

Right next door to Gusto on Colmore Row, this place seems actually quite unassuming, yet on a…read moreFriday after work it is hard to fight through the small entrance to get in! The venue is loosely split in two, with a reasonable sized bar and some comfortable booths to sit in. Cocktail prices are average for the city centre-my fav being Candy Crush (7.95). The other half is the restaurant. Slightly more casual than Gusto, yet i prefer the menu and found the staff much more competent. Lots of good comfort food to eat. Good presentation and affordable at an average £8-12 for a main. Happy to go back lunchtime or evening (maybe not Friday at 6pm though!)

Wonderful night in VIP celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary ! Thankyou Saresh for looking after…read moreus so kindly wonderful VIP Hostess to thankyou so much brilliant DJ stu Ojelay. One of the best up and coming places in wolverhampton with style and sofistication. Visited on 070315 brilliant sax player to.