Decent local pub next to train stop. Great for sport. Food wasn’t awesome but filled a hole and good enough, and good value with the drink deal.

We had bottomless brunch here after new year and it was fantastic value! Service was very attentive and the food was delicious, big portions also. You could level up your drinks for an extra £5 which was worth out of you like cocktails or spirits. Staff are lovely, the pub is what a pub should look like and the food is amazing. Fantastic value, highly recommended. Thank you team for looking after us so well 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Lovely little pub, wasn't too busy so you could still get a seat. Outside seating as well if you prefer. Friendly staff. Would definitely go again

I thought i would pop in The Station as last year summer I had a nice bit of lunch and a pint. I entered The Station and was greeted by a young women , I asked if there were doing lunch as it was just gone 12 , she replied yes . I then looked for a menu and decided on what I was going to choose .The lunch offer was £9 but I could not see the drink I wanted on the list of drinks with my order, i asked the young women if the mango cider i wanted was part of the £9 lunch offer? she replied yes after deciding what to choose with for lunch i was then charged £15 ... I then asked why this was , the women told me that the drink i ordered in actual fact was not part of the offer. I was a bit annoyed not being told this but thought leave it ,but really £6 difference because the drink was not on the menu !! I then went to a table as the barmaid said she would bring my drink over, during this time the barmaid spilt some of the drink on my table, which went on another chair and floor , i didn't mind this but I thought she would have come back and wipe the table and chair away. After this another women came to my table with cutlery after putting the cutlery down it only came to me how filthy the table was , I didn't say nothing at the time as i thought the women may come back and wipe the table before my meal, unfortunately this did not happen and I looked around to for a more cleaner table but people were starting to come in for I assume lunches as well I waited about 15 minutes for my meal which looked ok but the fries were over cooked, re cooked or just a cheap form of frie served. Really disappointed in not only the poor service i received especially with last years visit being positive experience.

Recently moved to Sutton Coldfield, stumbled across this venue right next to the station. Amazing pub for sports and has a DJ on the weekends. The staff are super friendly here, so I will definitely be coming back!

Visited lunchtime. Food was really good, shame about the hot drinks. The coffee machine had not long been turned on so couldn't get a coffee when we arrived. Managed to order coffee with the meal but they had run out of milk by the time we wanted to order another coffee about an hour or so later so only one of us could have a rather muddy cup of coffee. A bit disappointing to say the least as we both enjoyed our food.

came in for a quick pint of lager handy. happy to report there were no ghouls or goblins. facilities were clean. amazing pub garden too! can’t stress how happy I am regarding the lack of ghouls and goblins.

Came to the station as I’ve heard much about it being from London but having Sutton Coldfield friends! Amazing in every way! The bartender Martin was amazing served me drinks efficiently and had a great chat with him! Definitely will return.

Had a brilliant bottomless brunch today, our table was served by Mia who kept the drinks flowing and was super attentive. Also our meals cooked by John were delicious. Thanks guys and see you soon!

Limited menu with Good Food, at a fair price, including Chicken Wings & Vegan Cauliflower Wings, which are excellent. Has live entertainment inside, & has a stage outside at the back. Wednesday nights has live entertainment, & Andy Bennett formerly of Ocean Colour Scene performs alternate Wednesday nights. Well worth a visit to watch Andy Bennett & a Bucket of Wings.

Incredible pint of Guinness. The best around by far. One for the Guinness lovers for sure! Atmosphere never fails to deliver either. Looking forward to the next visit!

We had the best time ever today! Thank you so much for making our day special! The food was unreal and I couldn’t eat it all I had a pizza and it was better than dominoes! And the waitress that was looking after us Niamh asked me if I wanted to take the rest of it home and she arranged that! She was so attentive to us and to the other people that were there to experience their day. We will definitely be coming back soon and Niamh needs to be recognised for her outstanding service! Thank you again

Been Coming to the station every week for at least 15 year now! the selection of beers and spirits are great especially the hazy Jane guava (do not get rid!) and the staff are always friendly especially Joel! Definitely my favourite Sutton pub

Pretty dope venue not gonna lie. Like, it may be pricey but you're paying for quality. And when it comes to service, forget about it! This whole team absolutely smashes it. They look after all their customers with efficiency, ease and with a smile. Their speed of service is unmatched in this industry. The staff at The Station re-define the pub and hospitality experience and set the bar while they're at it. The food looks good, tastes good and I should know because I eat a lot of it. The atmosphere is chill. Could do with a face lift but it yields an authentic and old timey charm that will do for now, until the inevitable and exciting changes it could make. In summary: The Station Pub is the best venue in Sutton Coldfield. Objectively. The staff? Best team in Birmingham. Objectively. Tom should be proud.

The burgers were good, however the mac and cheese side was outrageous, they charged me £4 pounds for no more than 3 scoops of mac and cheese.

I have wanted to visit for a while so was excited to finally visit. The gift shop is really cute and has nice items to buy. I was worried that we would be in and out of the museum in ten minutes as it didn't look very big. However, there are room guides in every room and they are so knowledgeable and know so much. It was truly fascinating and I learned so much. The volunteers really make it special and we had Mark, Adam, Patricia and Cornelius who were brilliant. I definitely recommend a visit. It cost £8 and it was completely worth it. We ended up being in there for over two hours. Thank you for making such a wonderful experience.

Every single staff member/ volunteer was so animated and passionate about the museum and even the industry. It was lovely to talk to people who share similar views on death and knowledge of the industry. The building also looked so beautiful on the sunny day.

I definitely need to show my respect to Joyce and Chirs. To be a respected woman, Joyce saved the building and memories to build this museum. And Chirs, our fantastic guide today, made the experience of museum visiting come to an unexpected memory. Even though I know nothing about the British and Birmingham history, he helped me travel back—so much thanks.

I totally enjoyed it learning about this industry of Newman's brothers and bought their guide book. They sell the finishing for the coffin but it is Not a museum for coffin. Love that they were able to preserve all the machinery and some still working till this day. I didnt know much about this industry and it have widen my knowledge. It is quite a small place (with roughly 5-6 areas) hence wont take long to tour around.

Absolutely wonderful place to visit. It was really interesting and the tour was really fun. The guy who took us around, Billy, really knew his stuff and made it hugely enjoyable. I found it fascinating and would highly recommend people check it out! I did have to wait for the tour, but this was my fault as I didn't check when they ran, but it was fine as I just grabbed a cuppa at their lovely little cafe.

A fascinating museum run by a great friendly team who made the experience worth it. There's a lot of local history preserved here, which I really appreciated. You can't spell funeral without fun!

Really educational and the staff were very knowledgeable. Not far from tram stop. Only downside was lift was broken so I would call before had or check website as there are steep stairs.

Amazing. Staff has a lot of knowledge they know everything. Language is easy to read. Lot of personal histories. Amazing 10/10

To day's visit to The Coffin Works was amazing, Cornelius our tour guide was knowledgeable with a brilliant sense of humour. The factory is well preserved with it's own unique atmosphere...... This was my birthday gift from my lovely friend and I loved it Thank you

Attended the candlelit tour last night, led by the wonderful Billy Connolly. It was absolutely fascinating, and gave us a real insight into the history of the ‘City of 1000 Trades’ as well as into the cultural history around the rites and rituals of death and dying. Highly recommended!

A really interesting insight into the coffin making business as well as a snapshot into life as a worker from the 1800s to when the factory closed in the 1990s. Fascinating place which is well worth visiting

A great heritage spot in central Birmingham. Our tour guide both shared the machinery and trade of the coffin works. But much more so, the social histories of those who worked there over it's 100 years of business. Top notch! If you enjoy the Birmingham Back to Backs, this is a must.

Thanks to the Heritage week I joined a 30min tour at the Coffin Works. The staff was warm and welcoming. The tour guide took us through the history of the building and showed us machines. Great heritage of Birmingham although I am not sure I would recommend it to someone not into the topic/Birmingham history

I finally visited The Coffin Works after years of intending to, drawn in by its consistently excellent online reviews. Despite having worked next door years ago, I never found the time until now - a particularly important occasion as I visited on a loved one's death anniversary. The receptionist (whose name I didn't get - sorry!) warmly welcomed me, guiding me to the courtyard where I met Pat. We shared a heartfelt conversation about grief and loss, and she shared her experiences of volunteering at the museum. Later, I joined Mark and another volunteer for a guided tour. Mark's charisma and engaging storytelling kept me captivated throughout, making what could have been a morbid and even squeamish tour incredibly fun and enjoyable. I'm eager to return with friends to explore the various events and workshops taking place at The Coffin Works, and to simply relax in the beautifully preserved courtyard. A highlight was visiting the shroud room - a time capsule preserving the tools and artifacts of the past, including handwritten tea-run lists from the women who worked there. Mark's anecdote about a visitor recognising herself in an old photo underscored the relevance of this history to us today. It's vital to support and preserve such places, ensuring the rich history of West Midlands' working people endures. A huge thanks to the entire staff team for their warmth and kindness.

Fantastic tour! My friends and family laughed when I told them I had booked this but it was worth the visit. The moment we stepped in the door, the staff were welcoming and friendly. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the topic. The items/equipment in the museum have been preserved fantastically. I would highly recommend to any visitors to Birmingham and to the staff: keep up the great work!

What a marvellous place, which perfectly captures exactly what a museum should be - welcoming, educational, and truly engrossing. It was amazing to see the workshops and offices so beautifully preserved, like real time capsules. All of the staff are so friendly and welcoming, and clearly take great pride in their work. Extra special thanks to Cornelius who demonstrated the drop stamp with incredible skill - I would have happily listened to him talk about the history of the workshop all day. Thank you so much for such a lovely afternoon. I am already planning my next visit!

The absolute highlight of my trip to Birmingham!!! The staff were spectacular and so informative about the coffin making process and I am so glad i decided to come and see this!! I would highly recommend the coffin works to anyone visiting Birmingham, and make sure to do the guided tour for the full experience!! Thanks for a great experience and I couldn't have asked for a better excursion to go on for my birthday!!

We had a wonderful guided tour of the Newman Brother’s legacy from Billy. We were shown the intricacies of the Newman Company’s craftsmen and the hardship endured by workers who were paid by the piece. With the occasional pun and playful questionnaire, Billy kept the crowd entertained throughout the course of the tour. If you’re visiting Birmingham and want to experience its cultural history, this place should definitely be on your list!

It's a great use of an afternoon, the staff are knowledgeable and can answer questions. You can go round at your own pace. It's interesting, you get to experience making your own nib following the process with the press equipment used in the past. It has a nice little gift shop

10 stars out of 5! As someone who admires calligrapher, I have been fond of pen, ink, quill, parchment, letter paper, envelopes, wax, seals and anything related to writing since I was a child. Before coming to Birmingham this time, I was looking forward to this place the most. The museum was built across the street from a pen factory whose early pens were sold to Disney. The first room is devoted to art made with nibs, with magnifying glasses for a closer look at the nibs; The second room is not only for displaying more nibs, pens, inks, pens cases, stamps, ink bottles etc, but also to introduce the making of the nib. The guide will take the visitors to operate the equipments for making the nib. Although you can't use it without burning the nib yourself, they will give you a free fine nib. The third room displays not only nibs, but also pen holders, ink containers, nib cases, and old typewriters which allows you to type. In addition, the museum also has calligraphy classes, which can be booked online. Love this museum, definitely one of the most unique and interesting I've seen in Birmingham.

So interesting to learn more about Birmingham's history, and what a massive contribution to pens worldwide! Fabulous seeing the range of nibs and really enjoyed making our own on original machines, courtesy of Larry. Would recommend a visit!

This was a really fun place to visit, I love that the place is run by volunteers, you can really see the passion. The first room has a lot of great info, a timeline and some really impressive visuals made up of different nibs. You can also get stuck in trying your hand at calligraphy using a whole host of different nibs. The second room had an introduction via a ten minute video, with various people talking about the Birmingham pen nib industry (including some lovely old women who used to work in them, one was particularly endearing to watch) After that, one of the guys showed us step by step how to make a nib, we each got to try it ourselves and ended up with a nib each that we created (in fact, we ended up with three! One we made, one that we just did the final cut on because ours hadn't gone through the hardening process like they need to, and a third because they usually have some hardened ones for people to cut and keep, so instead we got a totally different - fully useable - one for free as well!) In this room there were also loads of fun things to look at, including various different ink wells and bottles. The last room is tucked off to the side, we got shown through and were greeted by the local historian volunteer. He talked us through various things, going off on interesting tangents about other historical Brummies of importance in the process. You could really tell he loved what he did. That's the only downside though, he talked about a bunch of things then said 'ok, now I'll show you the exit' rather than giving us time to actually explore that room. It wasn't until I got home and looked at the map that I realised we completely missed out the typewriter and graphology section (the latter I think would have been really interesting) Now, maybe these two sections weren't open - I do know the site said some things, like the nib process, need specialists in, so when they aren't there you can't do them. But we didn't even get to have a proper look in the cabinets because he stood in front of each when he explained stuff to us so a bunch of it was blocked from view. So all in all a great, niche place to visit if you're interested in pens, calligraphy or even steelworks, but maybe the enthusiastic historian - as great as his insight was - should remember to let the visitors experience the room after he's finished his talk. I grabbed a postcard and nib in the gift shop, both were reasonably priced

This museum is a pleasant surprise. Located in the Jewellery Quarter it is easy to access. The visit begins in a room that is at the entrance where it is possible to read about the history of pens, since the times when there were hundreds of factories that employed women, men and children. Children operated the machines that required less force and danger. The machines responsible for the different stages of the manufacturing process were operated by women and men. Being a repetitive job was dangerous and they could loss fingers, being burned and many others and other situations. In room 2 you can see these machines and see how they work and watch a video and in room 3 the largest of them all you can see different types of nib and try on your penmanship. Visit and you will see that it is very interesting and you can purchase products at the entrance for your own use or offer.

A truly fascinating, informative museum that recognises the importance that Birmingham played, not only the national, but international stage as a manufacturer of pens. Loved the level of information and interaction including manufacturing our own pen nib. The volunteer team are a true credit to the museum. A must visit in Birmingham.

Worth every penny, small but packed full of interesting displays. the staff are extremely friendly and Larry Hanks demonstration of the original nib making process was fantastic. Would recommend to anyone.

Fascinating history of the pen and the industry. Lovely staff and I got to make my own nib. Lovely gift shop and I enjoyed the calligraphy class I pre-booked for.

My family and I visited this museum last year and we had a fun time learning about pen nibs and all. Small but informative museum. It’s definitely worth the time.

We caught the 101 bus stop outside pen museum found very interesting and made pen nib and they give you one made up already

Great museum to learn about an aspect of the city I didn't know about. Went through the process of nib making with a knowledgeable volonteer ready to share his experience.

A small museum that opens you up to the life of Birmingham and its industrial production. There are only 3 rooms but I spent two hours in it because it was so interesting! Along the way, you can also create a tip from start to finish with time machines. A must-experience if you are in Birmingham I recommend.

This museum was so much fun! You can make a pen using the equipment there, have a go at calligraphy and use a type writer. There are several outbuildings to see all things pen related. The gift shop has some cheap calligraphy pens and ink. A great place to visit if you have spare time in Birmingham!

A very informative little museum on part of the industrial heritage of Birmingham. The intricacy of the tools to make some of the most beautiful nibs is astounding, when you consider they were all handmade. You even get to make your own nib to bring away. Very reasonably priced, and you get a voucher for 10% off at the pub across the road.

Had a really great time at the pen museum. You get to make your own pen nib, which is fun. Staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Special thanks to Larry.

A real gem of a museum, located in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. A wonderful insight into how Birmingham successfully made three quarters of the world’s nib pens. Situated within a former pen factory, we got a hands on experience on how the nibs were manufactured and the tough working conditions of the mainly female workforce. The volunteer staff are absolutely brilliant and we enjoyed having a go at calligraphy and graphology as well. All in all an amazing find, and can’t recommend highly enough that you visit.

Phenomenal, so interesting, informative . With interactive ability, a film show, interviews with previous workers. You're able to use the original machines and make your own nib. Truly enjoyed it

Great park clean and tidy . Gets very busy of a weekend and lots of cars . People come with gazebos and chairs and have big get togethers. Lots to do for kids too . £4.50 for parking . The only thing they could do with is more rangers to monitor and enforce rules as there were 2 lots of people having disposable BBQs on the floor scorching grass. No respect for the park or rules . Overall it's a friendly fun day out and plenty of activities to do such as fishing bike riding . Playgrounds . Each the boats feed the ducks .

A very nice place for a family party and lovely tracks, you can enjoy it on bi/tri cycle with nice greenery and water lake. Parking is just £4.95 and plenty of space! We all enjoyed it and the weather was very lovely!!!

Great place for a family day out, sailing jet skis, play areas, there's a few nice walks different trails, bouncy castles and ducks to feed 😊😃 So much space for parking and not overly priced if your spending the day there. Ice cream vans and also a snack cafe and information centre with train 🚆🚆

Acres of water and woodland with water sports including sailing, jet ski, model boating, fishing and wildlife. There is an extensive miniature railway with stations. A cafe near the information centre seems to be open all year. Toilets available and outdoor play areas including an adventure type complex. Fitness and bicycle trails and good coverage of the park with you are here maps. Trails are waymarked throughout the park. Kingsbury Village is accessible via a footbridge over the River Tame and the Kingsbury Village Cafe serves a great value all day breakfast and has a menu with alternative choices.

Had a lovely walk around Kingsbury Water Park, first time visiting. It was clean, no rubbish anywhere, most people that passed said hello which I found lovely, plenty of dog walkers - majority of the dogs on leads and those that weren't on lead were very close to their owners. Beautiful and scenic, with some beautiful wildlife on the lake. Came across the bike hire shop which also sells used bikes at a heavily discounted price. There is a children's park area and a train (not open at time of visiting) I didn't visit it but did see people with hot drinks. I can imagine it's busy here in the height of the season, plenty of open space and picnic areas. There is plenty of parking spaces with a set fee of £3.40 - out of season fee.

Great place to fish and walk. Off season parking £3. Very reasonable with plenty of parking areas. Unfortunately the miniature train wasn't running. Seems very popular with the locals.

Loved it! Hired bikes for £7 an hour. Had ice-cream and went for a long walk. The park has all the facilities you need. Lovely coffee shop, clean toilets and a fun park for the kids. Would so recommend. £4.50 is the parking fee for the whole day. Time to go again for a picnic.

Lovely time at Kingsbury despite the rain. We took the train (a half journey) and walked back. Love the greenery and wandering around the woody part of the park. The train workers appear to be very very knowledgeable and passionate about what they do which made the experience all the more enjoyable. Would definitely ride the train again.

I would highly recommend the miniature train ride. Only £3 per person, approximately 10 minutes and great fun. In total contrast the cafe can't cope on a busy day. At least 30 minute wait and then not worth waiting for. We gave up and came home. Take your own food and plan a whole day (picnic etc). There's a play park and rides for children.

Lots of wildlife to see. Bit muddy when we went but it was late September. The dog loved the walk around the lakes. A beautiful Autumnal day. Had coffee and bacon butties from the cafe before we left for home.

Always a lovely walk - been going for 35 years!Plenty to see on the water from tufted ducks to Egyptian geese as well as the usual suspects...Canada geese, mallards, cormorants, coots and the grebes! Car parking is plentiful and remains value for money.

Love this park somewhere to blow away the cobwebs. Lots of areas to discover. You can hire bikes and there is a couple of different children's playground and a cafe.

Great place to enjoy country walks around the lakes and ponds lots of wildlife and woodlands..boating/sailing jet skiing. Cafe, mini train for children to enjoy this weekend they have a Halloween train ride.. Plus a great playground.. Toilet facilities.. Cycling paths and fabulous views..

Lovely area for all water sports and nature enthusiasts. We went to the jetski club. Members can show their pass and park on the overflow. Other vehicles need to pay for parking. Staff are super friendly and there is a little cafe there that serves awesome chips =D

Absolutely fabulous place for fun,chill family time and great for picnic, BBQ not allowed Fires not allowed And swimming in the lake not allowed. U can take a gazebo or a tent. Massive acres to walk and play in the play areas,open field for cricket,footy ect. A must try if you have not been Would recommend to go early to get a good place to set up..

Great place for a day out, and it's definitely busier over the weekend. £4.95 all-day parking, however, as we've been there only half day gave away our ticket on the way out. Picking tables, areas to hide in the shadow, and camp-van spaces. The toilets are not very clear nor the changing babies unit. The mini railway was an excellent experience (especially for the little one) -£2.5/ ticket (under 2 goes free). Overall recommended 👌

During our work team dinner at this restaurant, we were impressed by the beautiful setting and decor, though the food did not quite match up to the ambiance. Our server was pleasant and pointed out the daily specials, but we opted for other menu items instead. Unfortunately, there was a mix-up with our orders; my colleague's vegetarian pizza came with ham, and my ham pizza was vegetarian. When we pointed this out, it seemed they dashed the ham on top of my pizza and on my colleague’s one they removed the ham, they didn’t prepare fresh ones, as the corrected pizzas returned suspiciously quickly. Additionally, as an Italian, I found the use of cheddar cheese on pizza rather unconventional. Overall, the experience was decent the food didn’t take long to come.

It was nearly a 5 star experience. Great service, great place, excellent food But £10 for 4 glasses of blackcurrant cordial is effing daylight robbery. So that was their tip wiped out. Perfect other than that!

Service is good, food is nice and it came pretty quick. Everything was fresh. Very nice deco inside especially with the pasta table all looking fancy.

Good food and we all had a lovely evening. Service was adequate but they were busy so not overly attentive. However when we came to settle the bill they overlooked the deposit that was paid and when reminded of this fact we were made to feel that this was our fault? Came away with misgivings about their booking process! This is likely to affect any return visit.

2nd time here, and the staff remembered us and even our specific request for green chillies the first time we visited. 1st time we visited we had their pizza, which was good. But this time we ordered of their main food selection of pasta and chicken and it was 👌 I'd say it was better than their pizza. Would definitely recommend and we will be going back again Big portions and you get your monies worth of food

One of our favourite restaurant's to eat, every body that works there go out of their way to make sure you have a fantastic time, the service is outstanding, the food is possibly the best in the area at affordable prices! Never disappoints...

We popped in spontaneously and although the restaurant was full with a vibrant atmosphere we were kindly offered to wait at the bar for a table downstairs but opted to sit outside in the covered area where lovely soft blankets are supplied. We skipped straight to mains and ordered bread and olives while we waited, olives arrived, no bread. Food was really quick, hot and delicious, well flavoured and good portions. We had pizza, garlic bread, fries, and a couple of pasta dishes, everyone enjoyed the food, we opted for a couple of desserts, profiteroles and crespele which were equally delicious. Can we discuss the fact that they bring drinks that haven't been ordered? I have mentioned it to two people since my visit and both said it happened to them too which makes me question integrity. Reading the reviews I agree with the comments about waiting staff being quite pushy with specials and starters. Although the staff all seem lovely and charming I do believe it is a way to upsell as bringing another round of drinks it's a bit awkward to refuse them & recommending the special and not knowing the price until you get the bill (overpriced in my opinion) is just not what I expect. I do feel for the industry with the after effects of covid but I feel these strategies highlighted by lots of reviewers is not ethical especially in the current climate, some people may be on a budget, maybe a set menu would be a great idea?

Went here for my fiancee birthday as this is her favourite Italian, and they did not disapoint, fantastic food ,so freah and filling, I cant wait to go again, top tip always ask for the specials of the day 😋

Have lost count, how many times, I’ve dined, at Pizza By Goli, Sutton Coldfield… Started eating here, back in 2000 & in October 2003, brought a lovely Italian Senorina here, on our first date, hoping to impress her… Something must have worked, because, 20 years later, we’re still together & still dining here… Had a really nice meal here, in October (for the 20th Anniversary of our ‘First Date’) and have had 2 lovely meals, here this week; just before Christmas ❤️❤️❤️ & they make the best ‘Garlic Bread!’

What a lovely place to eat. We went on a Friday evening and I'm glad we booked as it was busy at 6.30pm. I had the lasagna and garlic bread with cheese which was the size of a pizza so definitely for sharing. The food was amazing. I've never had lasagna like it, it was delicious. The restaurant itself is very welcoming and the staff were courteous and friendly. Will definitely go again

Visited last night and despite our party turning up 30mins late still squeezed us in. I believe another table for 2 moved in order for this to happen, huge thanks to them and the staff. The food and service was exceptional why the meatballs aren’t on the regular menu I don’t know, heavenly and the chocolate heart dessert (valentines special) was to die for. Keep doing what you’re doing Goli’s amazing!

Nice and clean place. Pizza is delicious. Very good service. A bit expensive.

20/04/24 - Our family of 13 gathered to celebrate our lovely Matriach's 85th birthday. All our meals were served quickly with smiles and politeness by the waitresses (except for one waiter who was a lil grumpy). The food was well cooked and very very nice indeed. A happy and cheerful atmosphere 😊 Thank you Goli

A hidden gem. Attentive staff, very clean. Beautifully decorated, and best of all... delicious food!

Overall food excellent but it was all too rushed in and out in 1 hour.

Went for a birthday meal at 6.00pm on a Saturday and hugely regret choosing here and would not recommend at all. The whole restaurant was absolute chaos. They have packed far too many tables/chairs in there which seems greedy and ruins any authentic or relaxed environment. The restaurant was so noisy I couldn’t even hear relatives at the other end of the 6 person table. You basically had other parties elbows on your table. They had tucked a table right behind my chair so I couldn’t move in and out and I am 5 months pregnant which they could see. To get to the toilet you have to maneuver around a ridiculous and unsafe minimal space. At one point staff were lifting chairs over our heads and table to rearrange another table, it was absolutely ridiculous with no thought whatsoever for our dining experience. Staff couldn’t even reach the table properly to put food down and were asking us to take it out of their hands. Whilst there seemed to be an endless amount of staff working, they were all incredibly flustered and rushed each service. Food was average (too much oil on everything), didn’t order dessert as we wanted to leave as soon as possible. Went home with a headache and will not be returning. I would suggest saving money by not having so many unnecessary staff on at once to reduce the number of tables, to ensure guests can enjoy what a traditional ‘going out for a family meal’ experience should be.

Absolutely beautiful restaurant, the food was delicious and portions were more than we expected. Great service, great atmosphere & very good price. Would highly recommend to everyone eating this.

Very nice Greek restaurant with big sized portions. Would have given this place a 5 star but one of the servers was a bit moody whenever we asked for anything. Other than that I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Attended here for a Christmas meal on the 23rd December 2021 the staff were friendly and polite. We ordered a meze feast which contained a variety dishes the pork skewers came out uncooked they were raw. After making the waitress aware they offered to reheat the pork but by this time we were really put off eating anything else and we did ask for some more bread instead to which we were told we would be additionally charged. When desserts came out we were asked if we wanted to take them home with us instead of eating in the restaurant it felt like we were being pushed out. They offered no discount or complimentary dishes and paid full price for a meal we didnt eat i feel really sad i had this experience after reading all the good reviews

Lovely family run Greek resturant - food was fresh & tasty. Atmosphere is busy, but relaxed - staff are attentive. Gyros were lovely - would recommend.

Lovely meal, reasonable price. Ordered 3 small starter/ tapas types dishes which were more food than expected. My husband had prawn and ouzo dish which was well presented and tasty. Would definitely recommend and will return.

Beautiful and peaceful place, interesting food options. Friendly staff!

Best Greek restaurant in Birmingham, service was rely good, food was also amazing, for like first timer I suggest to go for a set menu, you will get almost all the items in the menu to try, well done to the servicer, the guy with a ponytail.

Love it here. Service was great, they were very patient with our order (as was too busy talking!) And didn't rush us to finish. Food was delicious. A bit sad they have changed the options on the set menu but appreciate things move on

This was my first visit to this particular restaurant. I quite like the restaurants within Sutton Coldfield but I absolutely will not be returning here. The positives: The initial member of staff who served us was really lovely, an asset to the restaurant, nice atmosphere and prawn starter was nice. The rest: Waiting on starters. We had to wait for pitta bread to come out because they were planning on bringing it out at the same time as the cooked starter. I had to suggest to just bring the pitta bread out as we been had been waiting a long time. It then took a very long time for our mains to come out. Our mains were not good, and we tried to give it ago but both of us barely touched it. It had taken so long to come out, the last thing we wanted to do was immediately complain only then to just be further waiting for new dishes. At the end, I had said everything else had been great bar the mains and the owner of the restaurant refused to take this into account and revise the bill. Why? ‘It’s policy to change your meal when you’re initially asked how the food is’ make this policy clear from the start. Also we were asked how the food was quite early on, at bare minimum, I had to give my main a go especially as it took so long to come out but in the end I left a plate full of food. Where is the policy for late food by the way? I told two staff members and literally did nothing about it. Only the third staff member acknowledged this. I am absolutely all for championing great service and great food but it wasn’t and was dealt with terribly. Unfortunately, won’t be returning and do not recommend.

A great evening out with friends. Celebrating a special birthday. Shhh her 60th 🎂🎁 The portion sizes are very large so get ready for a snooze afterwards.

Nice atmosphere, and beautiful interior and decor. However we just sat at our table for what felt like forever and never got served so we just left. The restaurant only had 5,6 tables of folk and only 1 set of folk eating so was a bit strange. Maybe we'll get better service next time!!

A wonderful place. There is a great atmosphere inside and it is very nicely decorated. The food is fantastic! Their menu states how much effort they put into sourcing their ingredients and I feel it really comes through in how good the food is. Don’t miss out!

Great meal here with family. Excellent food, authentic Greek dishes. Staff were extremely helpful and pleasant and the atmosphere was super. It was very busy so I would recommend making a reservation first. The only downside is the parking.

Beautiful food, service was great from lovely staff and we really had a wonderful time. We felt very relaxed and were happy to see there was a good selection on the set menu. We look forward to returning in the future

Restaurant looks great, we were seated in a booth so it felt more private. Music playing in restaurant gave a good atmosphere. Staff were very friendly and attentive actually stopped and had a conversation with us. Menu had good choice we had a vegetarian and vegan in our party, everyone enjoyed their food. Stuffed tomatoes were delicious could have eaten another portion! Service was well timed, we wasnt rushed but did not have to wait too long. Will be back!

First time at this restaurant which I have been meaning to go to for a long time. Wish I had been earlier. What a gem of a place! Authentic Greek food served well. Friendly atmosphere. We will be back.

Second visit to Eleon, we had the mezze for two. Great authentic food, lovely atmosphere and the staff were friendly and professional. I like the personal touch, when making a reservation the restaurant sends a written email to confirm the booking 👌 🙌

Bit of a let down. Searched this place out after looking for somewhere to eat yesterday. First impression is great, beautiful building and an actual in-house brewery. Decent selection of beers and wines, the menu looks really good. Now the downside, if you order from the app or the staff, the wait for drinks is painfully slow! I actually asked if they are short staffed and the girl said no! I understand it’s tricky to staff a Saturday afternoon but long waits for drinks isn’t acceptable. The food is ok, was hoping for much more, but sadly not, pork belly was overdone, crab cakes the crab had run off! The ipa steamed chicken had a nice skin but the sauce was lacking! The steak 🥩 was probably the best of everything, nicely seasoned and tasty. Staffing issues are a big issue for me

We booked for my sons birthday. We booked an early slot as we had young children with us. Children's menu OK & their food arrived first (always good). One fish dish was not cooked properly, but this was rectified very quickly & nicely. It was very quiet when we were there, but atmosphere was ok. Service a little slow at times, but at the same time, we never felt rushed. All in all a very nice meal.

Good quality food and drinks.Will go back their each time. Staff very friendly and food cooked to perfection, even my eggs had runny centres

Great place 1st time there. Popped in while passing for a beer or two. Tom was alone behind the bar. He greeted us very politely and was courteous. He explained what beers they make & what is what. We were guided by him in our choices & he was bang on. Tom was pleasant, polite and most helpful. We had no intentions of dinning but did share a Key lime pie that was to die for. The menu was not just pizza & burgers there are a lot of great healthier choices too all reasonably priced. The outside is amazing. Will we go again? YES!!! Only negative we found was there are no litter bins in the garden.

We held a team event here and from the moment we entered everyone had a blast. Started with beer tasting thanks Maddie -until we all found our favourite. Got a selection of the small plate starters to share two meat two veggie and two seafood and wish we ordered more - everything was too delicious. After a lot of laughter and banter with our server Lexy (she really looked after us) we ordered our mains - and wow super delicious. After a few more craft beers we said goodnight to the lovely Lexy and my super contented team headed home. Wonderful place to meet eat and party.

My very first stop in Sutton ever! Dan the day bartender was absolutely amazing. Very honest with his description of the food as well as the recommendations. I was in Sutton for 3 days and ended up going there all 3 days. The night supervisor is also amazing. Made me try a German beer with a very smoked finish. Absolutely loved this place.

Went for the gin experience, was really good. Maddie, the bar girl was very knowledgeable regarding all the different gins and handled our drunken nonsense really well! Chicken burger to die for! Went back a week later as I was in the area, had a mixture of the small plates, all extremely tasty. Will be sure to visit again.

Huge range of beers (as you’d expect from a brewery!), with a solid cocktail menu and great food options. Very dog-friendly, and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating - the upstairs terraced area is lovely and partially covered. Worth a visit - a great addition to the town.

Came here last night for a birthday meal with my family. We were early so my partner and I sat in the bar, which was really lovely. About 30 minutes later we went through to the dining area, we were the only table sat in there, the last table before us just leaving. When my family arrived, we eventually got our orders taken about 20 minutes later, we also ordered drinks I ordered a sour beer I'd previously brought twice at the bar on the same day, the waitress looked at me like I had two heads, when she came back with my families drinks she said "the bar didn't know what you were on about so do you want to choose something else?" I chose something else and she went to get it, she then came back about 10 minutes later proclaiming she had since found the one I originally asked for, it was in a bottle (it wasn't, it was in a can) the beer wasn't the same as what I'd had before, it wasn't too my taste so I simply didn't drink it. I'd of rather she had brought what I asked for the second time around. As before mentioned, we were the only table in the dining area, it was around 6:30, the service was absolutely diabolical. The waitress was nowhere to be seen for the majority of the time, I'd of rather they asked us to dine in the bar area if we would of gotten better service or this suited them better. She also continually made jokes about her machine having "brain damage" which was pretty poor taste. Her attitude all round generally wasn't great. When asked questions mostly met with a shrug and a pull of the face. The food was okay, but the potatoes tasted quite stale and they were a little cold. My partner and I have visited you a number of times and always had a positive experience but the last one was just awful. I used to be a manager of an independent restaurant and I would be appalled if any of my colleagues there acted that way towards customers. All round just generally poor customer service which is a real shame. I would be understanding if it were busy, but it wasn't even in the bar. I must say though the gent that served us in the bar area was really friendly and helpful.

Great service, great bear - I suggest to try a Whisky Strout beer. Food is good. Not sure about the steaks because not tried but burgers are good.

Huge thanks to the staff for accommodating our large Xmas party. 50 people were fed twice over with the excellent buffet and the bar staff were so good at serving over 70 people with drinks. The manager was so helpful and managed all our changes and updates and the decorations we bought. Already talk of when the next party will be….

My husband and I both loved our meals and the service was super great! We are Texans living in the area and pretty rare for us to say both food and service was great! We will for sure be back and looking forward to warmer weather to sit outside on their patio. I had the hamburger it was really good, and he had sausage and a mash of some sort with greens in it and was super tasty!

Booked for 12noon on a Saturday as had a voucher to use. Plenty of seats available, not busy at all. Bar staff really friendly. Service was great and fiod was delivered to the table really quickly and hot. Food really tasty. Good choice of beers and cidres and was able to taste before committing to the drink. 10/10 😀

The food was delicious, we had burgers, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The only disappointment for me personally (as a wheelchair user) was the Disabled Toilet, it is way too small and the door too narrow, the handle on the inside of the door also restricts the width of the doorway once open. Shame because there is an accessible ramp and disabled car park space at the front of the building but loo needs some changes please.

Had a lovely day for international women’s day, the staff were so friendly and put such an effort into making the day special. Food and drinks were wonderful

All our meals were served quickly, great menu choices, excellent wine & beer selection. We had steak, the cheeseburger & steak and ale pie, all were delicious, and hot. Lovely service from the staff too. Not our first visit, and definitely not our last. Highly recommended !

We were excited to visit the Brewhouse and Kitchen for the first time having read such good reviews. We decided to book for a very late lunch at 4pm due to one family member’s travel plans and to take advantage of the Sunday to Thursday late afternoon special offer of glasses of wine for £4.50. At that time of day the restaurant was quiet but we stood by the reception area to be seated for some time before we were attended to. Service was slow and we were informed that the drinks special was not available on Sundays, only Monday to Thursday. We didn’t argue at the time but when I checked later, the advert clearly states Sun-Thurs from 4pm. Another server took over and service did improve. Everybody had a different meal but we all agreed that they were all very average except for the roast beef which was quite good. Very disappointing and we definitely won’t be returning.

Nice outlet for Brewhouse & Kitchen. Served by friendly chatty staff and the real ale / cider I tried was good. Furnished in the B&K style (of course !) with the brewery kit on the right as you enter. Not sure if brewery in operation at time of writing - sometimes ales shared between sites. Nice to chat to a couple of regulars (pictured) we compared notes on the B&K Gloucester Docks ... and other Gloucester pubs ...

This was my second time visiting after a long while and I was really excited but unfortunately apart from the cheesy starter which was divine, everything else we ordered was well cooked but under seasoned which was disappointing but I will still rate 4 star as service was great.

Gorgeous food, went for a birthday meal for myself with my partner. Would definitely go again x

Food was amazing, portion sizes are big. Cocktails were nice. The staff are so professional and helpful. Along with the lovely atmosphere it was a beautiful experience. Will definitely be going back to try some other dishes.

Had a lovely dinner last night at Romantica. It's always worth spending a little more for good quality food. While they did have a few fabulous specials on, I decided to go with the lamb chops instead. There are no side dishes with the main meal, one is required to order each item separately. I decided on mushrooms and dauphinoise. The dessert menu looked amazing, but due to the large portions, even though I only ate half, there wasn't any space for a morsel of dessert. I would have preferred a smaller portion. I know some restaurants offer a lady's portion, but in today's society that may no longer be politically correct, however true. The glass of Merlot wasn't a great choice, not for my palate. The staff were friendly and attentive, and children were made to feel welcome. A pleasant dinner.

We have driven past here so many times and never noticed it!! Came for lunch with my mum, wife and one of our sons and this was such a fantastic experience. The food was tremendous and beautifully cooked, service was really great, friendly and attentive. If you haven't been here you're missing out. Now we'll have to bring our other son 😁😁

Really good food but the coffee is amazing!! Lovely staff nice places 🖤

Our first visit to this restaurant and it was lovely! The staff were so attentive and year discreet, the service was amazing. Our food was delicious and the ambiance in the restaurant was really lovely. We will definitely be back!

The online booking experience was good. The menu was varied and clear. The decor was looking a little tired in places but the service made up for that. All the food was of good quality, cooked well and brought to the table in good time.

Went to Romantica on Friday 2nd of February 2024. I've been past the place many times, but it didn't appeal to me due to the exterior. However, my parents highly recommended the place. I can say honestly that the inside is fantastic. Every member of staff were very polite. The food portions were of a very good size. Great value for money. The two pictures I have attached are: 1. veggie pizza, 2. Garlic pizza bread. Both were exceptional. I would definitely come back here again. Much better than places like Prezzo.

Amazing food, Staff friendly and great service. The only thing I would say is that I had the Spiedini di Pesce and there was 1 scallop could have done with a few more like the prawns and Salman. But still was a really nice

The food is nice. Lovely staff. car park area is quite small. only allow roughly six cars. need to register number plate with them.

Beautiful place. We 100% enjoyed the time there and the food we have ordered.

A lovely restaurant and the two young ladies who looked after us were so helpful and pleasant. Food was perfect.

Romantica is a very lovely Italian restaurant. The staff are always so welcoming and friendly. The atmosphere is calming and really good for a date night. The food is always great, never had a problem with it. Would 100% recommend if you are a fan of pasta and pizza :) Reasonable prices. Set menus during the day, like a lunch time menu.

What a little gem this place is. Went on Saturday 4 June with three others and the service was top notch all evening — really polite, attentive, quick. The layout and atmosphere is also great and the food was faultless and came out in good intervals. You got a hand shake on the way in, and a hand shake on the way out. Such lovely people and overall thoroughly recommended. Impressive customer service. We will definitely be back.

Quick stop off to grab a drink whist hiking our way around the park. And stumbled upon this little gem. Great views over Lake, Pleasant staff, and very nice cider.

Came for a wonderful Mother’s Day lunch. Staff were incredible and equally matched by the food. Such a great atmosphere inside and out. Would highly recommend? Kids loved sitting at the bar and the staff were so kind to them ❤️

Perfect spot! For a summers evening or winters… beautiful outdoor terrace area overlooking the lake, with throws and heaters to keep you toasty on colder nights. Food was limited in the terraced area to more ‘boujee pub style’, unfortunately they don’t do Sunday dinners on the terrace area which we didnt understand as we were most looking forward to that? Service was good, table wasn’t cleaned when we arrived but they were busy. Won’t stop us from coming back! Looking forward to a summers evening here! 🌞

I only ate outside on the benches, sadly the bacon sarnies were no longer available si we had cheese toasties. Very filling I must say. Maybe a tad too much cheese but tasty. A nice place to rest and unwind after a long walk.

Just popped in for drinks during a bike ride. Great location, and views, but I object to an obligatory service charge when the service was mediocre at best. We waited 15 minutes at least to get a drink menu, tried to just order at the bar but they couldn’t take payment. Told by another staff member to ask another of their colleagues to take our order. All very polite, just a bit lacklustre. Brilliant location though.

We attended here for a catch up our friends and little ones. The staff were friendly and more than happy to help with anything, perhaps a slight delay with things but otherwise lovely. Food is great, overall a nice time together.

Dog friendly when sitting outside with a beautiful view of the lake - was utterly magical! Came here for my birthday meal over the jubilee weekend and it was all amazing - the food was great and the service was even better We chose them because of the dog friendly aspect and the staff were all very accommodating The only bug bear for us would have been the parking as it was very awkward and a bit annoying to try and sort as it isn’t well kept and for most cars it was just a tight space to get in and out so we ended up parking further out and just walking in

Came here for the first time and the staff upon arrival were extremely helpful and pleasant. Our server Nick had a calming presence and worked quickly considering he was on his own. The manager made us feel uncomfortable with the tone he used to speak to a member of staff for an unnecessary issue while we were being spoken to by them. The food was really tasty and so filling! Excited to see this place this place in the sunshine.

Fantastic Sunday lunch - great portion size please don’t change them :) food was delicious - the beef was cooked to perfection. Superb service and wonderful wine- we’ve booked again!

Lovely staff, even the kitchen staff were so friendly when I passed by a couple of them outside and in the restaurant too. The food was delicious. The best pepperoni pizza I've ever tasted and we really enjoyed the lamb rump so much! The cheesecake is divine too. Such a great place!

Home to some of the best almond croissants in the area! Sip and Slice is the perfect place for coffee, pastries and a walk around the lake (approx. 30 minutes stroll) for some fresh air. We meet our group of friends for a catch up doing just that. We have also had hot food from Sip and Slice at lunchtimes, and had a more upmarket dinner at The Bracebridge in the evenings (gets busy, so ideally book ahead), so whatever the day there is something suitable.

Went here for lunch at the Kiosk section. The location of this place is amazing. If you’re driving to this place, it’s a pretty deep drive to the restaurant. There are plenty of parking. You can also hike to this place as it is located inside Sutton Park. The food options for lunch was great. The bathroom facilities are clean. This is an excellent location too. The kiosks me section have seatings too. You definitely want to check this place out! I highly recommend this place for a meal or a tea with a view.

I had high hopes for our lunch here especially as we wanted to support a local independent. Had a table inside the restaurant and the setting is gorgeous but the service felt very tense and cold, the food itself was underwhelming and certainly not value for money. Sadly I wouldn't return.

My hubbie and I went to the bank holiday event as our first visit to the newly opened restaurant under new ownership. The team bent over backwards to ensure everyone had a good time and accommodated our last minute booking changes requested. Great music on the terrace and a lively vibe. Enjoyed a fabulous pizza but unfortunately the cheese burger was not to our taste - being served medium rare was unexpected, though I was advised after that we could ask for it to be well done. The team actively sought and responded positively to feedback on their first event and have identified a number of changes that will make the next event even better. Thanks for a great night, we will definitely be back, and wish the new business all the best and future success.

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the recently re-opened Bracebridge. Our fish was cooked to perfection and the dessert was heavenly. Very reasonably priced for a high standard of food and service in a beautiful setting. Staff were friendly and very attentive. We’ll be back!