Pub · Birmingham
A proper old Birmingham corner pub, with WW1 memorabilia on the walls, original fixtures and murals that give children something to look at while you wait. The traditional menu runs to pies, fish and chips and sandwiches — the beef shin pie and the halloumi fries come in for particular praise, though a fair bit of the food is fried, so plan accordingly for fussier eaters. Buggy access, high chairs and a kids' menu are all sorted, and the bar staff are consistently described as going above and beyond, attentive without hovering. Worth knowing it fills up and gets buzzy around happy hour, so an early lunch is the calmer bet with little ones. Portions are generous and prices reasonable for the city centre; the Guinness, incidentally, is poured properly and worth the wait.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
A laid-back Birmingham bar-restaurant with a kids' menu and high chairs, making it an easy mid-range choice for a family meal.
Dramatic, grown-up Chinese that still does a kids' menu and high chairs — go for the dim sum platter, book ahead, and expect to spend.
Grand hotel-lobby setting with a kids' menu, high chairs and a much-praised prime rib burger — calmer by day than on busy entertainment nights.