Ok being from the US a NYC boy I popped in last night. Wow it was so not good. Service was good ambiance is very nice but I wanted to go back and help the cooks. I mean make it crispy. You could still taste the doe. I would have ordered more but when this awful thing was received I ate a few bites than walked down the road for food. Defiantly not my style. read more

The Stable - Raw garlic bread - Pizza Near Me - Birmingham, XWM

I was in the fabulous city of Birmingham for work. I asked the travel team to join me for lunch. The Stable has a great selection of menu items. Many are gluten free. Some are vegetarian and even vegan. I got the cider flight (Devon Red, Raspberry, Hedgerow, Rapscallion, and Panking Pole). I liked all with the exception of Panking Pole (too dry and a little chalky). I got the vegan and gluten-free pie. It was the nutter. It was really tasty. I finished it all. The staff was friendly. The atmosphere was rustic (exposed planks, long communal tables). read more

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The Stable is a newly opened business in Brum, boasting to be the Cathedral to Cider in this town. There is plenty of communal-like seating as benches line the expansive, ambient space. It was empty when we walked in, but the dinner rush soon picked up. Ordering is required at the bar only, but tables are still bookable. We ordered Garlic Bread, Margherita Pizza, and a couple of ciders. I debated over the tasting board, but opted with the Bee Sting (good but quite sweet) when discovering the house chooses which ciders to provide (some are served out of a box rather than in bottles or draft). Raspberry Cornish Orchard was good as well. The Garlic Bread was nice and crispy thin, the size of a personal flatbread with smothered garlic and parsley butter. The pizza on the other hand, was immediately soggy due to the overproportion of cheese that ruined a fine crust, thus we were unable to finish. Otherwise, nice, clean place and the pies look great. read more

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I really enjoyed my experience at The Stable! The pizza crusts were thin and delicious, and the seating was plenty. The drinks were good and the staff was fun and friendly. I didn't have any negative experiences, and I would recommend this place to anyone. read more

Me and the yelpers visited 'The Stable' on a Wednesday night, this place can only be described as the home of cider The decor is nice with plenty of communal wooden benches, nice table candles and random apples are scattered around the place for effect. There is a huge choice of ciders; a lot more is on offer compared to a regular bar/pub. They also do a sample tray where you get five different ciders, each a third of a pint for £7.50. You do not get to pick which ciders you get in the tray, everyone gets the same five which is marked on a black board. All pints are £3:80 and bottles £4.10 which is a little pricey. I had a bottle of 'Annings Pear & Mint Cider' which was easy drinking and you could really taste the mint. I also enjoyed a Somerset 20 Yr old Cider brandy. I had the lamb pie and it was possibly the most delicious pie I've ever tasted. The garlic wedges were also really good, as was the tomato chutney/pickled onion. Shame the salad was dosed in some kind of salad cream/mayonnaise/dressing. i'd have preferred it without this. Just a personal preference though. Lovely atmosphere to the place, would definitely recommend stopping by. Service was good and they had plenty of people behind the bar, and plenty of attentive waiting staff which was nice to see. Overall I liked the place and I will be back for the ciders and maybe a pie next time. read more

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I have been to The Stable many times since it opened and I am always pretty impressed with the vibe, drinks and food. I have tried a few of the ciders which range from very flat almost apple juice like drinks through to fizzy and punchy pints. My favourite cider has to the the 'Bee Sting' but we warned it packs a punch.....as I found out the next day after a couple. The pizza I had here was called the Bull Ring Boar, I really like the fact that even though this place is a chain they have still adapted some of the menu items to fit with the city...a nice touch :) I am not a massive pizza person but this was crispy and light fully loaded with toppings and cheese. To be honest it was one of the best pizza's I have had in Brum....but as I said i am far from an expert in this field! The only reason i am not giving the Stable five stars is the fact you have to order at the bar and do not get any table service at all. It would be nice to have a little bit more service instead of this DIY approach to dining but I have to say the staff you do meet at the door or on the small bars are always very pleasant. I'll be back for more food and definitely more cider :) read more

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Pizza, Pie and Cider, a winning combination. The stable almost has the feel of a German beer garden, big long tables and benches and a lively atmosphere greet you as soon as you walk through the door, there are some individual tables but you will most likely be sat next to a group of people so bear that in mind. The food comes in two primary forms (with some salads thrown in for luck) 1. Pizza - Thin crispy base with a generous layer of toppings, these are inspired by a variety of Birmingham landmarks/people and are a little different to the norm just to keep things interesting. These are some really good pizzas probably the best you'll get in the area. 2. Pies - A good selection of tasty looking pies, I've not had one (although I'm definitely going to next time I'm in!) but the pastry looked crispy and they didn't seem stingy on the filling. Drink here is all about cider, there is a real cornucopia on offer, it should cover pretty much everyone's taste. If you are having trouble choosing you can opt for a "tasting board" of 5 1/3 pints to get an idea of what the selection has to offer. If you're in the mood for a pizza and/or some cider then this will go down seriously well, especially if you are in a large group. read more

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Went along for the launch night and while it wasn't an ordinary service I can judge the pizza and the decor from the hour and a half I spent there. Situated on the edge of John Bright Street, The Stable is a great addition to the restaurants and bars in this area. It's a little bit away from the shopping areas but close enough to New Street Station. So I'm hoping it will have a nice buzz about it but not be constantly busy. The interior is very stripped back and trendily industrial. Walls are a mixture of wood clad, concrete and some tiling. Tables are long for sharing, with benches to clamber onto. This feels like somewhere for families or shoppers grabbing a bite in the daytime and groups of friends pre-night out. Not a date night place. Saying that, The Stable were serving some of the best pizza I've had outside of Italy. Better than some of the pizza I had IN Italy. The base is incredibly thin and crispy, but not burnt. Toppings are tasty and thoughtful but not overwhelming. Even the basic cheese and tomato was elevated with the addition of basil. I tried quite a lot of the pizzas and loved their local inspired names such as the Perry Baa Baa topped with lamb and sweet potato. This was probably my favourite of the evening but all were good. They also sell pies, salads and ploughmans. The other main selling point is the wide array of cider. I tried a couple of the sweeter ones and I'm looking forward to trying the medium/dry ones! Excitingly they have a cider tasting board with five 1/3 pints for £7.50. So there's lots to go back and try. Hopefully it will live up to my initial 5 star rating! read more

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I didn't plan to have pizza but when the occasion calls I gotta listen. I had a cheese, mushroom and caramelised onion pizza (the name I don't remember )and two mulled ciders. The mulled cider was really good. Not really a lot of it for £3.50 but hey, I'm getting in the spirit of Winter/Xmas. The pizza was nice, not the best I have had but still good. The base was wonderful but I couldn't taste the caramelised onion (which is a shame because it is my favourite )unfortunately. The decor is nice, soft lighting and long tables like in Wagamama. There are desperate areas of eating and just drinking. read more

The Stable - Mulled cider! - Pizza Near Me - Birmingham, XWM

We queued up for the Stable's free pizza night (luckily got in very quickly), and what a great promotion it was, because I will definitely be going back! Pizzas were delicious- some of the best I've had in Birmingham (this is coming from a New Yorker with very particular pizza standards). My other half and I each had half of the other's pizza... we got the Hawaiian (your standard pineapple, ham and cheese, with some additional avocado) and the Severn Heaven which had smoked mackerel and smoked salmon. Both were delicious and enormous and we devoured them. The hot mulled cider (which included a bit of brandy ;) ) was also really good, some of the best mulled cider I've had from a restaurant in a while and perfect on a cold rainy night. Even though the place is pretty big, it still managed to create a lovely and somewhat intimate atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, despite being swarmed with folks waiting for free pizza. Highly recommend this place. read more

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A must see in Birmingham! Cool, casual atmosphere with delicious Cider, Pizza & Pie's. All of the food was so good that I couldn't say what I liked the most. My tip is to order the cider tasting board with 5 different types for £7.50. read more

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This review has been a long time coming, it's taken from when this place opened til now before I ate here. So... a year or more I guess - I'd been before but only for drinks. We happened to be getting food on a Tuesday, and Tuesday happens to be a promo day here; a pizza (from a choice of around 7) a salad and any half pint of cider, lager or soft drinks for £10. I do love a bargain. We sat outside as it was a little stuffy indoors, may have been all the candles everywhere. As per usual the staff were lovely, I'd never heard of most of the ciders they had. I didn't need to ask when they let me sample each one - and I discovered the mango cider - my new favourite. Between us we ordered a margarita and 'the James Brindley', the 2 vegetarian options on this promo menu. The James Brindley had roast potatoes as a topping with Spanish onions, spinach and blue cheese. It was delicious! The side salad was actually pretty good too, you help yourself to a bowl of the stuff and there's a Dijon dressing too. I'm not normally a fan of thin base pizzas, I always felt like I was eating a cheese cracker because they're so done to a crisp. But I was pleasantly surprised with the stable's offering; the edges were crispy but the base was soft and chewy - top marks! read more

The Stable - £10 Tuesday deal. Really tasty. - Pizza Near Me - Birmingham, XWM

I'm giving this place 3 stars, as for me 3 stars means 'average'. I was looking forward to eating here as I love proper pizza and knew this place specialised in it. However, I found the dough to be very thin with no texture or taste. It was more like eating a tortilla wrap with toppings on top. Also, although the menu described the topping as mozzarella cheese, it definitely wasn't 'proper' mozzarella cheese as it was all over the pizza and tasted more like cheddar. The service was very good and decor is nice, I just felt let down by the food. read more

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I've been lucky enough to go to The Stable on several occasions and it is my favourite pizza restaurant in Birmingham. I love the interior, the lighting and the relaxed atmosphere, and the staff and service have always been great! Lovely thin and crispy bases and an amazing variety of toppings, reasonably priced and I love the fact that they are inspired by and named after local areas in and around the city. Tonight I also tried (actually, I had copious amounts of) their mango cider, which was gorgeous and worked well with the different flavours of pizza. I will certainly be having this again on my next visit! The only issue I have is how loud it can be in the evening, making it difficult to have a conversation over the music and noise sometimes... However, as this was party of an event with lots of excitable bloggers, it was understandable! read more

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Finally made it to Stable on a Tuck in Tuesday for their £10 pizza, salad and drink offer. This is a posh little pizza joint that seems to attract tons of young professionals after work for a drink and a chance to blow off some steam. Stable has a fantastic cider selection as well as several nice beers on tap. The offer includes your choice of a half pint, soft drink, or tea. I ordered the Old Spot Trotter with ham, mushrooms and an egg. While I like the pizza crust in concept, it wasn't my favorite in execution. The pizza needed 2 or so more minutes in the oven and WAY less flour on the bottom. Every bite included a mouth full of raw flour which masked the flavor of the pizza. The side salad is self service, which I like. You can choose if you want tomatoes and pepper or not. The salad is a lovely spring mix and the dressing is a well balanced vinaigrette. I ordered a cup of tea, which was served in a lovely little pottery mug. I really like the ambiance and communal style tables. If the prices were a little lower, I'd probably be in often to try new ciders. The pizza would need to improve quite a bit for me to come back for that. read more

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Went for dinner here with a few friends one of which was a vegetarian. We were told there was a 30 minute wait but before we could even order our drinks there was a table ready for us. The pizza and garlic bread I ordered were delicious and you can really tell that they are freshly made.there were good vegetarian options and they even offered to make one to my friends choice. What really impressed me though was the vibe of this place. It had such a nice laid back atmosphere with music right to my taste. I will deffinately be returning to sample more of the dishes. A great place to go with a group of friends. read more

The Stable - Pizza Near Me - Birmingham, XWM

This week I had my first experience of The Stable and I have to admit that I was impressed. The venue has a lovely relaxed vibe. Low lighting, lots of wood and a spacious layout all add to this. A band were playing and patrons all appeared to be having a great time. The food wasn't bad either! I tried a number of different pizzas and enjoyed them all. I can't remember the last time I had such delicious pizza that wasn't from a street food vendor. I was especially impressed by the Salmon. I could eat this pizza all day. The mango cider was recommended to me so I went with that. I loved it. It was so refreshing, like drinking a glass of fruit squash. The staff were great and the toilets clean. All in all I am definitely a fan and will be visiting The Stable again soon. read more

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The stable is located on John bright street admist other swagtastic independent establishments. The menu mainly consists of pizzas, pies and drinks. The restaurants furnishing creates a great atmosphere with low lighting and cosy seating. The majority of the store is made up of rustic tables and benches. The restaurant does host live music also, mainly the acoustic type. On this occasion I ordered a thin base four cheese pizza. Although this wasn't the most filling pizza it was sufficient and tasted great. You could really taste the four different cheeses used. If you are looking for a pizza after a night out or your hungry this is probably not the place you want to go. Pizza and a pint of coke cost about £10 which I think is quite good value for money. Dessert pizzas are also available including a chocolate pizza. Although I haven't tasted this I asked some people who was trying it and they didn't seem very impressed. If I do go back and try it I shall update this review! If you are a pizza enthusiast I would recommend checking out the stable. It has a great location, great pizzas, great dining experience and prices to match. read more

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Iv visited the stable before and wasn't disappointed. Today I went to a taste of brum and it was amazing! We had a taste of most of the pizzas and a lot of the ciders. The live music was a really nice addition as I wasn't aware that this was something I could find here. I can't wait to revisit with friends and try more of the menu. And once again a big thanks to Dan and yelp for making this happen. read more

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My favourite pizza place in Birmingham by far. The menu is full of delicious pizzas (thin and crispy - the way they should be), with all sorts of toppings. Several are even inspired in Brum. Also serves a great selection of pies. To wash down your food, you can choose something from the extensive array of craft ciders on offer. read more

Wow managed to be first in the queue somehow for the free pizza and cider night at this new addition to Birmingham's growing casual dining eateries! I was even more impressed that I was offered a choice of 6 ciders and could choose any pizza off the menu. Naturally I chose the most expensive;) the Longhorn Jim- £13.50 if I had paid for it. Ground beef, chorizo, Ham, Portobello mushrooms and Mozzarella-yum!! They are a choice of around 10 pizzas, mostly with Birmingham themed names. You can also chose from a couple of salads, though the menu isn't extensive. There are apparently vegan options too and a desserts menu available on request. Drinks wise cider is king here! I've never seen so many ciders outside a festival! If this isn't your thing then they also serve Seafairers and Veltins. Some people had to queue a good while outside, but once in, the service was quick. Staff were friendly and the atmosphere vibrant. I'm ready to head back!:) read more

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This place very quickly became one of my favorite places to eat in Birmingham. I don't particularly like wine or beer, but that's not a problem because The Stable primarily serves cider! In fact, they have an enormous (40+ options) cider menu including draughts, bottles, and boxed ciders. For 7.50GBP, my wife and I shared the cider tasting board which comes with five 1/3 pint samples of various ciders chosen by The Stable. Keep in mind that the ciders that come with this deal change regularly. With this we were able to really experience what The Stable had to offer and got to try some new and delicious ciders. As for the food, The Stable specializes in Pizzas and Pies, though between the two I recommend the pizzas. The pies are good, but a little on the small side for the price. I've had a few different pizzas here now and I have never been disappointed. This is the best pizza I've had in Birmingham since moving here 2 1/2 years ago. Each table also comes with a large bottle of chili oil if you want to add a kick to your food. All in all I highly recommend checking this place out! I will definitely be back. read more

As a coeliac, you often have to accept that a salad is your only option, so it was incredibly refreshing to visit the Stable and find a menu awash with gluten free alternatives. There was also a wide range of vegetarian and vegan options, and the helpful staff were more than willing to make suggestions and offer alternatives to suit a range of dietary requirements. I opted for a vegan Fresh Hawaiian pizza. There were no visible differences between the gluten free and normal bases (as they're usually much smaller) and there was no compromise on edibility which, again, is an unfortunate aspect that most restaurants are willing to sacrifice. The joy of being able to eat a pizza without breaking any teeth or suffering from indigestion was heightened further by the wide range of ciders on offer. I only sampled the mango cider, but it was divine. It is a little bit overwhelming when you see the sheer number available, but the bar staff are more than willing to let you sample as many as you like before committing. Everything was reasonably priced and the staff were incredibly polite when meeting you at the door and taking your orders at the bar. A really good evening and we will no doubt be returning to work through the cider menu. read more

Poped in the stable for a quick drink with partner. Soon as I walked in there nice calm relaxed feeling. I got a pint of bee sting to drink wow is it strong but taste so good!. Didn't have time for food this time but after looking at the menu can't wait to go back and try it. read more

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I am not generally a fan of pizza as anything that relies on bread to fill me up. However having been to The Stable a few times now - I have to admit that I am converted. I know this is a chain, and chains don't always bring good things with them. But as always there is a place for everything. Seating and dining is on long benches. If you've visited Wagamama then you know the kind. Order at the bar and collect a number. Much like a pub would do. Or Nando's but let's not talk about that now. The pizzas have always been served piping hot, fresh, and packed with toppings. I love that the base is thin, crispy, and never soggy. Though occasionally charred to be honest. I appreciate the effort made to feel less like a chain by branding pizzas on the menu with local Birmingham names. But really I just appreciate good pizza. The cider choice is good here. And I like that the tasting paddle changes so you're never getting the same thing. The team are always happy to let you have a taster from the menu if there is a cider that you're looking for. And we've even been able to swap out a cider from the tasting paddle to a favourite without any problems. Pie wise things are mixed. Sometimes these come out perfect. Sometimes they come out dry. If you fancy running that gauntlet then be my guest. Just a warning that the vegetarian squash pie was the worst offender for this. Overall I am a fan and I will continue to return to The Stable for a pizza fix every now and again. Most likely on a Tuesday as they do a 'meal offer' with a pizza, salad, and drink for a tenner - which is good value in my opinion. read more

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2nd time here, 1st time for pizza. And I think it is just your standard pizza place. I had the Bullring Boar and it's so light it didn't even complete me. Isn't that the idea of pizza. It fills a spot. And it just didn't. read more

Based on John Bright St, The Stable is one of the newest Pizzeria's in Bham! Really cosy vibe, with live acoustic music, neon lights and cider! The pizza's are thin,crispy but full of flavour. My favourite being the Four Cheeses (amazing!) Pizza but they also do Pies and Salads. Prices are very reasonable (see Menu photo). Only bone to pick would be that some of the table are put a bit too close to each other making it awkward to get in and out of your seat without getting all the people next to you to move. Food and drink wise really excellent! Lovely staff who are very friendly too read more

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The stable is one of the newest places in Birmingham and I have to say a welcome addition it is. With a fantastic selection of ciders to suit all tastes and likes. From some very fruity to your traditional southern counties scrumpy. Be warned to look at how strong they are with some packing quite a pinch. They offer a selection of ciders (5 1/3 pints for £7.50) and bottles can be up to £4.10 which is a little pricey the selection is amazing and the feel of the plane is a cross between a barn (or stable) and a German beer hall with long wooden tables and lots of noise. Definitely one to check out with friends. read more

The interior of the Stable is lovely and cosy, with lots of wood, candles and retro filament light fittings. They always have a great selection of cider to suit every taste, and the staff are happy to recommend one to suit you. The pizza has a lovely thin, crispy base but I think the toppings could do with a bit more flavour - I always end up dousing mine in chilli oil. Although I enjoyed the pizza it's quite pricy, with prices from around £8.50 - £13. If you're looking for pizza on that side of town (it's close to New Street Station) this is a good option, but there's definitely better value pizza to be had in Brum! read more

I confess to not being a huge pizza fan, but still ended up enjoying my two visits to the Stable in over the past month. The second visit was for a Yelp event, which was superbly coordinated by Yelp Brum's Dan and all of the guys at the Stable. As the pizza and cider that flowed was complimentary, I'll base my review on my earlier visit - date night with the hubby. We shared our dishes on this occasion, starting with a wonderfully thin but tasty garlic bread, and then following up with a Longhorn Jim Pizza and a side salad. Its the first time I've eaten my half of a pizza in the UK and then eyed up hubby's half too. I of course sampled the cider, however hubby is more of a beer man and was a little disappointed with the selection. For a non pizza fan, the Stable gets my vote. read more

Really enjoyed a night at stable. They got exotic pizza receipts which tasting really good. Good pies availible as well. My advice: Try the tasting cider board for 7.50. Tottaly worth it. You can share it with a friend as well. If you dont like that, try "The Beast" Minus 1 Star because of price. read more

Really good selection of pizzas. They have a tasting board of ciders for £7.50 which is fun to share. A great place to go for people who don't drink beer. Worth a visit just for the cider selection. read more

The Stable - Pizza Near Me - Birmingham, XWM

Fabulous evening at the Yelp Brum event trying out all the delicious pizzas on the menu at the Stable. Incredible range of options from vegan to smoked salmon toppings to cater for everyone. Live music warmed up the atmosphere and the cider was seriously tasty too! read more

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Pizza lovers, you are in for a treat! Equally so if you are a lover of pies and cider, like myself. We went to The Stable on Wednesday night and the quality of food and booze was top notch. I chose the lamb pie and I was not disappointed. It was served with potato wedges, salad, tomato chutney and a pickled onion. It was all so tasty. My dish took a little bit longer to come out then the others, so when I seen all of these delicious looking pizzas with a really then crust, I doubted my choice but not for long. I tried a lot of the other diners' pizzas and each one could not be faulted. The cider menu is very extensive. Trying a few of the menu, I then stuck to the Bee Sting which was so sweet and refreshing. However, at almost 8%, I wouldn't recommend too many of these!! I can't wait to go back and try more of the pizza, pies and ciders on offer. read more

Visited The Stable on a Thursday afternoon, It was quiet but the staff where still very friendly & attentive. We sampled a variety of ciders all selected to our personal taste!! We didn't eat although looking around & at the menu everything looks appetising. They are child friendly offering children's menu, colouring crayons & pictures!! If your after a chilled laid back atmosphere, you won't be disappointed. read more

Few friends have mentioned how good this place a few times. Whilst walking around feeling for something tasty we popped in to see exactly what this place is all about. We were greeted and served by some very happy and bubbly staff. I would describe the place as a very modern kinda country design. love all the wooden tables an seating. Felt warm and cozy. Had a really nice aura about the place. So food - garlic bread and a pizza to share The Blazing Saddle. To wash down - a cider taster board. Quite partial to the bee sting cider, sweet and smooth. Garlic bread was to die for very cheesy and garlicly mmm smelt devine. The Blazing Saddle - tiny bit too much tomato sauce otherwise was very tasty. Food presentation 10/10 Customer service 10/10 will definitely be returning for more read more

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Pizza&Cider! We went here on Sunday for a change from the usual pub food, it's a really open and friendly bar/restaurant. Most of the seating is tables and benches, high chairs are available and they didn't mind us moving the tables around a bit to make some more space. They have a monthly deal on pizza, and June's is Jerk chicken! It's really good and I had it with a lemon&lime cider which was really nice as well. Depending on how busy they are you can customise a cider tasting board, as it wasn't busy the girl at the bar let us pick what we liked which she said they don't normally do, but she still advised us depending on our preferences and gave us 5 half pints (I think) of sweet and dry drinks. We also had some garlic bread as a starter which was tasty! For dessert I had the apple and ginger cheesecake. This divided the table as half of them didn't like ginger, but I loved it and had it with cream and chocolate sauce. The staff were really nice, it is order at the bar which is a little annoying but didn't make much difference as we weren't too far away. We had my boyfriends 1 year old niece with us too and the staff have her colouring in things to try and keep her occupied for a little why too. read more

Great new edition to Birmingham and in a real convenient location if your near the train station. Got to meet the owners who started off down south and worked their way up to Birmingham. Lots of cider on offer! read more

Lovely dynamic and retro design. The very unquie musician wasn't really needed since people we couldn't properly hear him since there were many people talking. Definately not a place for a quiet chat. Also the food lets the down ambience down because the pizza is very dry and lacks tomatoes sauce and the pizza aren't made out of real dough but instead a cracker type. read more

The stable is the lastest chain to open in Birmingham it offers a great place to go to please non beer drinkers. It has a warms and relaxed feel. The tasting boards which consist of 5 1/3 pints of cider for £7.50 are good value and great if you want to make the most of the range of ciders on offer. The selection of pizzas is varied and some are even Birmingham themed. The perry barr-baa is a tasty lamb and goats cheese pizza. I'm looking forward to drinking outside there in the summer and when the full length window/doors are open. read more