• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Cafes and Coffee Shops

Birmingham B38 8SD

jdmerry said
Molly's
A lovely little place to go for a bite to eat. The Village Green itself is a nice place to browse around and Molly's is definately the best place to eat whilst you are there.

Unlike most cafe's you have the option of healthy food too, so this is really a good option for the weight conscious. That being said, my favourite is a bacon and mushroom baguette, at Molly's it will be cooked to perfection. I'm drooling just thinking of it!

I don't drink tea so can't tell you if they make the perfect cuppa but the coffee I can recommend.

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Birmingham B30 3LS

jdmerry said
The Navi
Not a bad place to go. Good variety of drinks and never too busy. They have my beloved Stella on tap so I'm always happy to drink there!

The Navigation Inn has a substantial amount of parking and is on the number 18, 45, 146 and 145 bus routes so is very easy to get to, especially as they all stop almost directly outside the door.

It is a great pub to go and watch live sports as they have a huge screen and show sky sports. It is also has a police station directly opposite so you never get rowdy customers. Not that I have seen or heard anyway.

I've never eaten there so I can't comment on the food unfortunately.

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Events and Entertainment

Birmingham B4 7XG
0121 202 2222

jdmerry said
Imax
The imax is a good experience and they often do re runs of older films which are even more impresive than on the normal size screens. I saw The Matrix there and it was amazing to see it in such definition.

I don't recommend the 3D films though. After just 10 minutes of looking through the glasses I felt giddy and really really queasy. Quite a few of my friends felt the same so I know it wasn't just me! Saying that, they do some amazing 3D films- In Space, In the Body etc.

If you are going to the Imax then combine it with a trip to the Think Tank- the most fun science you'll ever come accross!

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Events and Entertainment

Birmingham B1 1LT
0870 607 7544

jdmerry said
The Alex
A brilliant venue with a wide range of talent. They do a fantastic range of shows aimed at the youngsters, comedy for the slightly older but young at heart and opera etc for the more serious theatre buffs! Wherever you sit you get great views and the seats are really quite comfy.

As at most theatres the drinks are quite pricy but that is only to be expected. They do still have the ice cream sellers at the front during the interval which I think is great as it reminds me of when I went there as a kid.

What really wins it for me is that I can use theatre tokens there which means friends and family can buy them as gifts and I chose what we go and see!

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Restaurants

Birmingham B5 4QL
0121 633 3033

jdmerry said
Wagamama
The food at Wagamama is great and inexpensive considering the vast quantity they serve you. Unfortunately though, I'm not one for crowds and do enjoy a little privacy when eating, i.e. preferably a table to myself and my friends. In the evening the place is packed and there's not enough room to move but on the plus side, it does show just how good the food is!

The view of the rag markets leaves much to be desired but is very iconic of Birmingham!

You have plenty of parking opposite above the markets but this can get quite pricy depending on how long you stay. Again though, it depends on your viepoint. I find it expensive as a local, but as a tourist in a huge city it is probably not as bad as some places.

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Restaurants

Birmingham B3 3HJ
0121 233 2484

jdmerry said
A fun night out
You can't beat Zagora for a pleasant night out. The decor is lovely and really reminiscent of Morocco. I especially love the fact that you aren't really close to the other tables which means it is a great place for a tete a tete! You can talk in privacy without everyone overhearing your conversations and you theirs.

The belly dancer (there at the weekends only I think) really adds to the experience.

The food is to die for, with different kebabs to suit different tastes. I personally enjoy the mixed kebab and would recommend it to anyone. It's a perfect place for a romantic night out.

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Restaurants

Birmingham B5 7AA
0121 622 3159

jdmerry said
Good greek food
This place has a really lively atmosphere in the evenings. They serve traditional Greek food and cater for everyone's needs.

We've often gone as a huge party load of us and they accomodate us very well. You do sometimes have to wait quite awhile for the food to arrive at the table, but this may be down to the vast quantity of people ordering at the same time.

An evening at Ulysses Greek restaurant isn't the same unless you get up and join in with the greek dancing. You'll find yourself being carried away (quite literally!) by the Zorba. A smashing time is to be had by all!

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Restaurants

Birmingham B2 5ST

jdmerry said
Thai food at it's best
We went here for a special occasion and really had a good time. All the food is delicious but the desserts deserve a special mention. The waiter pushes a trolley over with a huge array of deserts and there is something for everyone's tastes. My husband actually had a desert which is extremely unusual so it shows just how tantelising they were!


If you like going somewhere where you'll be treated like a VIP then this is the place to go. Your chair is pulled out for you, they let you sample your wine before purchase etc. All the things you would expect in most establishments but rarely get! The waiters can't do enough for you.

It is a little pricy but well worth the money for such a good night out.

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Restaurants

Birmingham B45 9TZ

jdmerry said
Tasty grub
As chippies go this one ain't bad. It is conveniently located near the Lickies so if you're out for a walk it is a great place to stop for lunch or dinner. There is never much of a wait to get served and the food is always fresh and hot. You can see it all being cooked and prepared in front of you too which I always think is an added bonus. You know then that it has been cooked and prepared hygenically.

The owner is a right hoot and obviously cares about his customers. He especially is over genorous with his portion sizes and he soon recognises a regular. Whilst you wait you'll often hear him singing at the top of his voice in the back or he will come out and crack a joke.

It's worth going to Rednal fish bar not just for the batter but for the banter too!

• Added: 3rd of September 2008
• Area: Birmingham
• Category: Restaurants

Birmingham B26 2BS

jdmerry said
Good cheap grub
Poppins is great if you fancy traditional English grub. It was recommended to me by my two brothers who went to college nearby and went there every day for lunch...I always wonder how they remain so skinny.

I can recommend the mushroom four egg omlette. It was cooked to perfection and very generous with the mushrooms, unlike some other cafe's you go to. It was even served with a deliciously crispy side salad.

My husband had a huge fry up and said that it was delicious. The fact that he left none means that I agree with him.

The waiters are very friendly and great with children which helps to make it a more enjoyable experience. They tell you not to worry about the mess the children are making as they will clean it up at the end.

Overall the restaurant is clean and the food is good.