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The Plough made such a good impression on me I just had to go back. I love the area, the pub, and…read morethe menu. Apparently I'm not the only one who feels this way. Shortly after finding a table in the late morning the crowds came in. If you plan on coming with a large group I recommend calling ahead to get reservations. They were serving the breakfast/brunch menu during our seating. I opted for the bacon pancakes. The food is presented just beautifully like the perfect instagram photo. And it tastes just as good. If you are a tea drinker you must order a pot just for the cute factor. All teapots come out dressed in little tea cozys. I wonder if they sell them as they all look homemade. My only complaint is that the food came old on the cold side. Perhaps it was due to how crowded it was, but it was like the food had been sitting out for a while. Regardless it still tasted amazing. I think prices for the Plough are affordable. If you have an Independent Birmingham card you receive a discount so keep that in mind. They have a beer garden out back that must be wonderful on sunny days..if we ever get any. I really want to get back there for lunch or dinner. And maybe try a cocktail if they have any. If you're ever in Harborne try it out.

A few days ago my fella and I both woke late with raging hangovers (a whole different review!) and…read morecraving something filling for lunch. We decided a carvery was called for and Mark suddenly remembered the old Punchbowl pub in Quinton had been re-opened as a carvery. I wasn't convinced as remember the Punchbowl being a run down hole of a pub, but the cravings were getting stronger so in the finish my belly won out over anti-nostelgic feelings towards the building. I can honestly say this place has changed big time. The shabby interior has been replaced by rows of smart light wood tables and leather dining chairs, while the neutral decor adds an airiness to the eating area. There is a bar menu serving traditional pub food but I didn't really look too closely as I had my heart set on a carvery, but a quick glance told me the food is reasonably priced and looks interesting on paper. The carvery is very good, I was starving when I arrived and you can smell the meatiness from the car park! The place is a little understaffed in my opinion, we hovered near the food for at least five minutes before someone arrived from behind the bar to see what we wanted. I would have thought it was obvious we wanted a carvery as we were stood drooling not 4 feet away from the food, but it took another five minutes for her to return with someone to carve the meats for us. Anyway, once we had been served and seated I can honestly say the food was delicious. There was beef, turkey and lamb available - my fella had all three but I only wanted beef and turkey, both of which were cooked and carved to perfection. We were also given a fluffy Yorkshire pudding and small stuffing ball, the stuffing was a bit of a disappointmet and didn't have much flavour but the Yorkie was beautiful! There isn't as large a selection of veg as I'd like, but what's there is wonderfully cooked and a delight to a veggie lover like me. I had a creamy cauliflower cheese, white cabbage, peas and carrots all of which were delicious and went beautifully with each other. The potatoes were mash and roasters; the roast spuds were gorgeous, small cubes of deliciously roasted potato which squidged up a treat in the thick beefy gravy. I didn't like the mash, they'd used some sort of soured cream to mash the potatoes and I found it horribly overpowering and didn't eat more than a mouthful. My fella enjoyed it though and ate my portion! If I had to complain it would be about the lack of sauces on display; in my usual carveries there are bowls of cranberry, horseradish, apple and mint sauces but there's nothing in here. I thought afterwards I should have asked for some, but really it should have been on display for us to help ourselves. You have to go around to the bar for drinks but we didn't have anything as this was literally a flying visit for a quick meal, the back home for a cup of coffee. The bar was nicely laid out though with comfortable seating and very glossy looking, there was a good array of pumps along the bar and a nicely stocked top shelf. Disabled access isn't a problem, wide doorways and plenty of room between the table means wheelchair users can easily get inside. I noticed a high chair when I went to the very clean toilets so children are obviously welcome, in fact I'm sure I noticed a special kids menu in the pub too so the little ones are well catered for.

We chose the punchbowl carvery as the venue for my daughter's birthday. We didn't know what to…read moreexpect as it was only 3.99 per adult and 2.99 per child. We thought that the service and decor would reflect the prices. However, from the moment we stepped in, they couldn't do enough for us. They were so accommodating and the customer service was excellent. They were a very friendly pub and inside it looks very posh and inviting. For 26 of us to dine, it came to about 96 pounds. We will definitely go there again. The food was very fresh and included things like mash which you dont always get at a carvery. I couldn't recommend this place enough.

A fairly relaxed atmosphere, with The Stag rarely being full to its capacity, leaving much of the…read morepub to be desired. Despite this, The Stag offers affordable food alongside it's affordable menu of drinks. The alcoholic beverages available are your standard beer, wine and spirits, with no frills offered and no frills needed. The pub is simple yet effective in its choice of decor, layout and drinks/food. Typical pub grub is served, which one rarely complains about, with good if not brilliant service accompanying it. The Stag, in my opinion is suited better to those of an older disposition, although younger adults have tended to head in during the weekend to meet up with friends and watch the football etc. Overall, The Stag offers a good service at a good price, no more no less, with a fairly simple style running throughout the organisation. Worth a visit, if only for a quick pint.

Always a great atmosphere whether your going for a meal or a drink with mates its always a happy…read moreand friendly place to drink

amazing service from start to finish. Lady who greeted us was very pleasant. we were seated and…read moreMia came and cleaned our table, topped up our cutlery and checked about allergies ( we had a diner with a peanut allergy ) This was taken very seriously. she then took our order and I ordered poached eggs and she took the time to tell me when I needed to put my toast in so that I got warm toast and hot poached eggs. She was friendly and efficient and her customer service skills were excellent. The breakfast itself was also very nice and all well cooked. Great experience overall but the star of the show is little MIA !

The Duck is a well-established pub on the Hagley Road. It was my uncle's regular around 30 years…read moreago. Since then it's had a makeover and updated to the 21st Century. I came to know of it when my cousin began DJ'ing there. They usually have promotions on drinks so chipping in on a pitcher cocktail is a pretty cheap way to spend the evening with friends. The bar staff are welcoming and accommodating. It gets quite busy on Friday and Saturday nights but their customer service remains great. The ambience is laid back and targeted towards over 20's as opposed to students. So generally it's a chilled out, sleek atmosphere. It's also a Beefeater Grill where the food is freshly prepared and deliciously English!

Food was very varied and experimental. 11 courses was a bit too much for us but we still loved…read moreeveryone. The experience was thoroughly enjoyable. The chef came and explained some of the dishes. Staff were generally nice. The place looks and feels very understated. Probably too understand for the price. That's our only down side.

The food and drinks were amazing, we had the taster menu. The only thing that nearly spoiled it was…read morethe guidance to come slightly early and then being told to come back. The owner caught us on the way out and allowed us to stay but it was a sad start to an expensive lunch.

Love love love this place, generous portions of food, and the Sunday roasts are great. The staff…read moreare also really helpful and friendly, just go and enjoy it.

The Red Lion, my trusty local. Sister venue to The Lord Clifden, part of the UAB (Urban Art Bar)…read moregroup. This is a proper pub minus the sticking to the carpets, serving anaemic food and the best pint on offer being a Carling. The Red Lion does it right, with local ales, international bottles and some great guest drafts. They also have Goose Island as a regular draft, which at 5.6%, a few of those at lunch or after work certainly leaves you needing a bag of pork scratchings or two. Fear not however, they do serve fantastic food. Their portions are HUGE though the prices aren't cheap, however well worth it, at around £11 for a main. There is outside space to sit, drink and eat. In the summer it's a great place to chill in the sun, though limited as a lot of it is covered, however it's perfect for when the good old British weather inevitably trikes.... In the winter, there is a real log fire and cosy inside to warm you up and escape the elements. Sport will play sometimes, so do be aware of that. There's also a great quiz upstairs in the big seating room. Give this Brummie independent a try!

Realy nice (pub) : friendly and really great food Local…read moreco-workers reccomended to try west of Birmingham. Started with a soft drink on the outside patio, then went in for dinner. Of course had to have a local 1/2 pint of beer -very smooth ok by now you realize i am American, so you'll understand why i was not expecting an upscale restaurant labeled as a pub. Starters goat cheese for me and garlic prawns for my coworker. He had rump of lamb, i had wild trout. Came with platters of fries, potatoes au gratin and steamed veg. Mixed desserts 3 minis - tasty Service friendly and efficent. Highly recommended.

Situated between Stourbridge and Bromsgrove in a leafy lane, this long-established pub is a magnet…read morefor folk seeking good beer and excellent food. The current management has boldly expanded the menu, opened for breakfast, provided access to its kitchen garden and detailed the provenance of all of its staple ingredients. Oh, that more places were like this. Whilst there are two car parks, they barely accommodate the number of drivers who patronise the establishment. The one at the front is backed by an attractive decked eating area. My most recent visit was for a light lunch with a colleague, so we each had a pint of Marston's Burton Bitter, and we had a crab and prawn sandwich and a Parma ham, and mozzarella sandwich, sharing a bow of chips between us. This light lunch was delicious, the service was good and the bill, including a large tomato juice, was £26.60. A firm favourite and we'll be back again.

Only visit for drinks as it is an ok setting but the food and management are a joke. I visit…read morerecently for a Sunday beef dinner with my mum who is recovering from a heart attack. I have never been so disappointed. I could genuinely cook a better dinner with my eyes shut and they are supposed to be professionals. The beef was terrible, roast potatoes were not fresh but frozen ones and broccoli was over cooked by about 10 minutes (mush). They had ran out of basic condiments I requested and told me they were on order. Nobody clearly does a stock check to keep on top of things. I spoke to Sharon the manager who huffed and puffed in my face and stormed off mumbling under her breath, never to return. Unacceptable behaviour from a manager offering a service that is far from satisfactory.

This is an Ember Inn pub, so pretty much follows the format of all other Ember Inns, but that's not…read moreto say that the Country Girl isn't worth a visit., not least because it is situated on the very border of Bourenville village, which is entirely without public houses to this day due to the Quaker beliefs of the founding Cadbury family, and as such is the only watering hole for some considerable distance! The food is always good and well prep rared and the service is friendly. The pub can get quite busy in the evenings with the local students and also in the after work hours as the nearby hospital staff drop in for a pint or two, and the Quiz Night on Tuesdays makes it nearly impossible to get a seat, with the food service obviously slowing down as a consequence. During the day, however, the Country Girl is genuinely nice spot for a few beers and a meal. There is a small and quiet beer garden to the rear, which is a great spot in the summer

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.