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    Pub Du Vin

    3.2 (10 reviews)
    PriceyWine Bars, British
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Pub Du Vin, Birmingham.
    Sean K.

    Despite its association with Hotel Du Vin, one of the best hotels in the Birmingham area, Pub Du Vin fails to live up to the same expectations. Obviously, the hotel is an extremely hard act to follow. In my opinion, hotels are able to charge a set amount, after all, you are paying for a variety of services which compared to that of a pub are relatively important. In comparison, when a pub charges large amounts for what, at the end of the day, is food and drink, it tends to not appeal to me. Obviously part of the same company, the excessive prices stay true with the pint i ordered costing me £3.80, extremely disappointing. Granted, I've paid more, It failed to cheer me up. Despite this, the decor inside impressed me, with the low-lit ambiance promoting a relaxed atmosphere that was welcomed after my expensive purchase. After having the one drink, I left having a brief look at the menu but refused to even entertain the notion of paying a fiver for a sandwich, maybe another time. Overall, my student mentality probably puts me at a disadvantage here but Pub Du Vin just wasn't my cup of tea. I'm sure for those of a more mature disposition, Pub Du Vin could be extremely entertaining, maybe when I say more mature I mean, those with more finances available!

    #GinInJune
    Helen F.

    Whilst being part of the lovely Hotel Du Vin, the pub has a separate entrance. It is a cosy, softly lit environment with lots of seating. The bar is in the middle and takes up a lot of the space. A good selection of gins! I wasn't overly impressed with my burger. It was very dry. They had run out of beef burgers so perhaps they are better. I'd definitely give it another go. The night I was there was for a Cocktail Exchange gin event. The staff from the hotel were hands on with this, making some excellent drinks. I just can't give it 4 stars because my burger was dry! Hopefully a blip due to a busy evening.

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    Dave M.

    I'd been to Pub Du Vin before for a look around and I was here for a Gin In June event organised by Hotel Du Vin and CocktailxChange. The actual entrance is on Edmund Street although it's part of the main building on Church Street. The event actually kicked off at 6pm but as usual I was crazy early, I got a lemonade to make sure I didn't get too smashed on the 4 gin cocktails. (I'm a lightweight these days!) The Bar area is right in the middle of the pub with different seating areas set around it. It's pretty intimate and probably can get quite crowded I'll be back for afternoon beers!!

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    Mechu

    Mechu

    3.3(12 reviews)
    0.3 miJewellery Quarter, Historical Quarter - Jewellery Quarter
    ££

    If you're looking for either a glam night out with the girls, or a night out with the guys checking…read moreout the glam girls then Mechu is the place to go. A firm favourite with the cities footballers and high earning business professionals, you can expect to see bottles of champagne all over the place. I'm 26 and the last time I went I felt quite overwhelmed with how many older men were in there. If you're looking for a wild drunken night with a younger crowd then this probably won't be for you unless you go on the student night which takes place on a Thursday. However if you prefer the idea of drinking with a more mature crowd in quality surroundings then it's definitely worth checking out on a Saturday night. Some of the cities best DJ's can be found playing so you'll be provided with the perfect soundtrack all night long.

    Although it seems a bit perfunctory to diss Mechu for its VIP-style snobbery and expensive bar…read moreprices (after all, that's the point!), it has to be said that this is not for the likes of people like me who spent most of their formative clubbing days spilling snakebite over their converse in various dark and dingy indie discos. However, having attended the upmarket Mechu on a couple of occasions for work parties, I'm happy to report it's not without its pleasures. It's a swanky bar and relatively spacious, the music from the decent DJs supplying both a mix of dance and urban cuts. The booths are good if you're in a group, but make sure you have a stacked wallet. The thing that generally puts me off - and why I'm probably not the intended audience in the first place - is the 'footballers wives' vibe it gives off. I'm not into my footie, so I wouldn't recognise the much purported cameos from Villa FC players - however, there are lots of glam, slightly orange women 'coyly' approaching the blokes in smart threads at the bar and suddenly I'm humming the tune to that Amy Winehouse tune 'F### Me Pumps' as it could have been written about this place. If you've got the cash and you want to avoid the lower-rent version that is Rococo on Broad Street, then by all means splash that cash here. I'd rather lounge about in Island Bar, thanks.

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    Loki Wine Merchant & Tasting House - A taste of the Gewürztraminer, a larger taste of the Australian port. Both delightful. Upstairs seating.

    Loki Wine Merchant & Tasting House

    4.7(19 reviews)
    0.1 miCity Core
    ££

    Looking for an excuse to feel like a sophisticated vintage connoisseur, without actually knowing…read moreanything about wine? Then Loki is the place to be. Hidden away in the charmingly historic Great Western Arcade in the centre of Birmingham, this spot is a gem--like a treasure chest full of wine, with little tasting notes as the map. The magic happens with the tasting machines, where you can try up to 40 wines by the glass--not all at once, you rascal! Want to sample a few without committing to a whole bottle? You can try sips for around £1. It's a great way to find your new favorite drop without the commitment anxiety. Plus, they have these super cool self-service Loki cards, or you can (as I did) trade your credit card for a temp. Get guidance from the lovely staff if you're overwhelmed by all the choices (I was). The selection is as diverse as it is vibrant, with wines from all over the world, and the best part? They're all served at the exact temperature the makers intended--no warm, sad wine here. Looking for sweet wines, my partner and I enjoyed an airy Gewürztraminer, a super fantastic vintage port from Warre, and a delightful coffee-noted port from Penfolds. I also sampled a yummy, peppery and full-bodied Shiraz. While I didn't try the food, the menu looks like it would be the perfect pairing with any glass you pick. Cheese boards, meat boards, olives, focaccia, you know the stuff. Whether you're an aficionado or a casual enthusiast (like me), Loki Wine is a great spot for a laid-back yet luxurious experience. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Brum.

    Loki is a technically a wine shop but it has a few unique selling points…read more 1. Phil is super knowledgeable and approachable. If you have a question about wine or need a recommendation he will help you! 2. The beautiful location in Great Western Arcade. The store itself is exceptionally stylish too, all wood shelves, tables made from barrels and a lovely upstairs seating area. 3. It's not just a shop- you can try wines too. You can pick up a card, load it with money, pop the card into the amazing wine dispenser (!) select a small or large taster or a whole glass, and the wine is dispensed into the wine glass you have taken from the rack above. There's a variety of decent reds and whites available. These are good quality wines so a full bottle isn't a cheap option. So having the option to have a good sized sample for anything from 90p-£2 means you can feel more confident buying the whole bottle. So when you've picked a glass of wine you like, you can take it upstairs, sit on the seats, order a cheese or meat board (from Anderson and Hill across the way) and have a completely relaxing afternoon. Even the olive oil is amazing. Highly recommended.

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    Loki Wine Merchant & Tasting House - Upstairs lounge.

    Upstairs lounge.

    Loki Wine Merchant & Tasting House - The tasting machine and our port.

    The tasting machine and our port.

    Loki Wine Merchant & Tasting House - The wine shop at Loki with our wine preservation machines.

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    The wine shop at Loki with our wine preservation machines.

    Penny Blacks - Kanal manzarasi esliginde patates bira

    Penny Blacks

    3.7(15 reviews)
    0.6 miWestside, Historical Quarter - Convention Quarter
    ££

    Searching for a place for the penultimate Football League match of the year led me to Penny Blacks…read morein the Mailbox. It was my first visit to any of the bars sitting opposite the canal, but I shall definitely be back soon. Penny Blacks had a fairly upmarket feel to the place, with a large projection of the football in the middle of the bar. For a Saturday afternoon It wasn't that busy, but still managed to have a slightly upbeat atmosphere throughout. The seating was extremely comfortable, with various sofas dotted about. The location itself is fantastic. Being feet away from the canal on days like Saturday, with the sun beaming down, Penny and Blacks is potentially one of the best bars I have been to in the surrounding area. Despite not ordering any food, I had a quick look at the menu and I can honestly predict that I'll be back to have a bite to eat and a few beers when the football kicks off this summer.

    Part of the huge 'MailBox' retail and restaurant development in central Birmingham, Penny Black's…read moreis a wine-bar and restaurant with a fabulous location on the Gas Street canal basin in Birmingham. On sunny days and at week-ends, the whole area is buzzing with people, with narrow-boats chugging past. Modern and spacious (almost cavernous) with lots of wood, it's a very pleasant venue, although pole position has to be at the front (or on the canal-side terrace itself) so you can see the canal. Service was friendly and reasonably fast, despite the fact that they had a lot of food orders at the same time. The wine selection looks pretty good, but actually they have a fantastic selection of real ales, including some less-well known types. These were well served and well kept, and we could easily have spent the whole afternoon there. (Ok, we did..) The food isn't quite as swish as the web-site implies - I thought it was decent, if slightly pricey, pub grub. However, portions were generous, so overall it was good value for money. I'd happily go back.

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    Penny Blacks - The outside seating are on the gorgeous mailbox canal side

    The outside seating are on the gorgeous mailbox canal side

    Penny Blacks - Lovely view

    Lovely view

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    Centenary Bar & Brasserie - Cakes on Afternoon Tea Platter

    Centenary Bar & Brasserie

    4.0(1 review)
    0.4 miHistorical Quarter - Convention Quarter, Westside
    ££

    So... this place is a little confusing. The Rep Theatre recently had a facelift (along with the new…read morelibrary development) and this place opened up. Outside, it states it's "The Rep Brasserie", but the website and the voucher I purchased labelled it as Searcys (which also has a location in Selfridges in the Bullring). It seems to be one venue under two brands? Regardless of that, I had best get on with the review. So, as I mentioned, I am a bit of a demon for vouchers. I love trying new venues in Birmingham and when I spotted "Afternoon tea for 2 including Prosecco" for £18" - I knew I had to give it a try. I had tried to book a couple of times, but it had been fully booked. I managed to get a booking in for last Saturday and took friend (and fellow Yelper Jon B.). At 3pm we rocked up to the venue and I tried to get hold of my voucher to show it to the waiter. It's a bit of a black hole for data connectivity in the venue, but they do have free WiFi (which you have to register for in the venue). Once I was connected, I approached the staff to give my booking details. It seems they had lost my booking, but were still able to accommodate us. It was a bit of a shame as this place seems to be going for the classier end of the market (and how hard can it be to register a booking in the computer system?), however, we were seated within about 10 minutes and our preference for coffee was registered. Our second waiter was friendly, smiley and helpful. He immediately went to fetch our platter of calorie laden deliciousness after I showed him the voucher. I did have to ask for the Prosecco (even though it was included in the voucher), but this was dealt with, with the minimum of fuss. The coffee was tasty, hot and strong. Again, a little disappointing that we were just offered a cup rather than a pot (as per my experience at "The Club and Spa"), but it was very welcome on a rainy afternoon. Everything on the platter was spot on. We had a choice of ham and mustard, cream cheese and cucumber and salmon sandwiches. The fillings were fresh and the bread was soft and tasty (with crusts cut off, of course). The cakes were the real treat of the experience. As well as scones and a generous serving of clotted cream (although only a very small pot of jam between two), there were 6 mini cakes presently beautifully on the top of the display. A chocolate macaroon (chewy, rich and fantastic), a lemon meringue... thing (sweet, not too sour and a bit mad) and another lemon cake with funky pink frosting. I'm not a huge fan of lemon, so having two lemon cakes seemed a bit like overkill, but Jon seemed to really enjoy both of the options. During the course of the experience (we were in there for an hour and a half), we were checked on a few times but never rushed. It was a lovely way to catch up, chill out and experience the venue. I wouldn't class it is a "posh" venue (as you still get the hustle and bustle of the theatre crowd), but the cakes were good, the service was ok (if you bear in mind the lost booking) and the drinks were just what I was expecting.

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    Centenary Bar & Brasserie - Prosecco

    Prosecco

    Centenary Bar & Brasserie - Cakes, Scone and Sandwiches

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    Cakes, Scone and Sandwiches

    The Rectory Bar and Restaurant

    The Rectory Bar and Restaurant

    4.1(21 reviews)
    0.3 miJewellery Quarter, Historical Quarter - Jewellery Quarter
    ££

    Despite this bar being practically on my doorstep, I have only been down a couple of times. It's…read morejust off St Paul's Square, meaning it's the perfect spot to stop by and grab a quiet drink or some food. Externally it's very pretty. Many of the old features of the building have been preserved, whilst the big glass doors give it a modern twist. It's much the same inside with red brick walls and a laid back, classy vibe with comfortable furniture. It has a bar and a restaurant area inside, but during quiet periods you are allowed to take your drinks into the seating are (normally reserved for diners) and enjoy the generously sized booths. Your lowest priced bottle of wine is £18.95 and a pint will set you back just shy of £4 (so it's not cheap). I must confess, I've never eaten here; but the menu is reasonably priced with most mains being priced between £10 - £15 (steak is a little more, as you would expect). It normally has a couple of ales on tap (I partook of a pint of the Hereford Pale Ale last night which was most pleasant), but the wine list and bar choices are very varied. It seems to attract an eclectic crowd, but mostly locals in the week. On the weekend it can get very busy (so best to book if you wish to eat). If you haven't been before, I would give it a go; it really is a beautiful well kept space.

    This is one of my favourite places as this quirky venue offers stylish surroundings that are…read moreperfect for a pre-Saturday night out on the town or drinking round St Pauls Square. We often choose to start our evening here as we can sit and enjoy a bottle of wine whilst actually being able to talk to each other. and there is always music on in the background. Price wise, it's not the cheapest of bars but when you go out on the weekend you kind of expect a bottle of wine to be around £15 and beers from £3.50. The bar staff are normally pretty quick at serving you and up for a chat too whilst you wait to get served.

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    The Rectory Bar and Restaurant
    The Rectory Bar and Restaurant
    The Rectory Bar and Restaurant

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