Our Top Restaurants for Valentine's Day in Birmingham
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching (yes, really) which means it’s time to start thinking about where you’ll be heading for that dreamy dinner date...
Delicious food, beautiful decor and great company make up our recipe for a good Valentine’s date. We’ll leave the choice of company up to you, but we’ve got you covered on the first part.
Keep reading to find out our top spots for a romantic Valentine’s Day in Birmingham!
Not only does Noel’s have the decor spot on – classy, elegant and beautiful – but they also have a menu full of delicious, Mediterranean inspired dishes that are sure to tempt your appetite.
Their special Valentine’s Day menu lets you choose from a selection of opulent dishes; from starters of Seasonal British Oysters or Hand-Dived Scallops to mains of Half Lobster Thermidor or Herb and Pistachio-Crusted Rack of Lamb, and a truly tempting dessert selection including a classic Chocolate Brownie, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Inspired by dishes from the royal kitchen of North India to the coastal cuisine of the Southern States, Simla’s Pan-Indian cuisine offers a bold and rich mix of flavours that are sure to spice up your love life.
Simla also boasts the glamorous Zenna bar, so if you’re after a cocktail or two to celebrate in style this is the perfect spot for you.
The Ivy is a hallmark of Birmingham’s restaurant scene, and it’s easy to see why. Gorgeous art-deco detailing, beautiful burnt orange upholstery, and a view overlooking St. Philip’s Cathedral give The Ivy its unique charm – the perfect setting for a V-Day dinner.
Take your pick from a varied and delicious menu, from brasserie classics to Asian-inspired cuisine and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes.
Looking for somewhere a little more sleek and sexy for your Valentine’s Day celebrations? Lulu Wild can deliver.
The interior of this cocktail bar and Chinese restaurant is stunning, draped with red velvet furnishings, chandeliers and a canopy of lush green leaves.
Relax beneath the foliage with your date and tuck into a specially crafted 3-course set menu, as well as bespoke Valentine’s Day cocktail creations such as Chocolate Dreams (Vanilla Vodka, Mozart White Chocolate, Milk Chocolate Syrup) and Eternal Love (Puertos Pink Gin, Framboise, Elderflower). All with a side of live music!
Elegant lighting and stunning arched windows create an intimate atmosphere at Pulperia, a restaurant whose aim is to push the boundaries of Argentinian cuisine and provide a truly unique dining experience for their guests.
If you and your date are steak fans, Pulperia should be top of your list. Michelin-starred chef Aktar Islam presents a menu featuring only the finest Argentine steaks, cooked on their special v-shaped charcoal and wood-fired grill.
Another fantastic venture from chef and restaurateur Aktar Islam, Opheem is the first and only Michelin starred Indian restaurant in the UK outside of London.
The modern and suave interior of Opheem sets it apart from other restaurants in the city.
There's even a window into the kitchen where diners can enjoy watching Aktar and his team working their magic, so if you’d like your Valentine’s dinner with a side of theatre then this is the spot for you!
Situated in the famous Brindleyplace, Qavali is a Middle Eastern haven offering a high-end dining experience in an environment designed to transport you across the Persian empire.
The warm, low-lighting and luxurious gold-tinted decor provide the perfect environment for an evening of intimacy, and the food is sure to inspire you.
Celebrate with a selection of Indo-Persian stews and curries, and enjoy a drink or two at the exquisite bar area that sits at the heart of the restaurant.
Self-described as a “Victorian botanical hideaway with a secret”, The Lost and Found features grand architecture, beautiful flower canopies and dazzling chandeliers.
Get away from the hustle and bustle of modern life and book yourself in for a traditional British Afternoon Tea for two, or perhaps a more intimate and indulgent dinner in their gorgeous gallery.
Speaking of Afternoon Tea, Park Regis have created an extra special Valentine’s Afternoon Tea that is sure to go down a treat!
Full of sweet and savoury delights – and a whole lot of romance – their Afternoon Tea menu is perfectly curated to ensure your Valentine’s date is a delicious success.
You can even enter their competition to win an Afternoon Tea for two; simply head over to their Instagram page and follow the instructions to be in for a chance of winning a special treat for free!
Michelin-starred restaurant Simpson’s has earned a stellar reputation for offering one of the finest dining experiences in Birmingham.
Their bright and modern dining space is inspired by the colours and shapes of nature, so even though the weather may be too cold to enjoy a Valentine’s outdoor picnic you can still feel connected to the great outdoors here!
Simpson’s is opening specially for lunch and dinner on the 14th February, with a menu packed full of the most luxurious ingredients for you to celebrate in true style. They’ve even created three unique Valentine’s cocktails – the Rhubarb Kiss, Cupid and Sweetheart. Does it get more romantic than that?
Estado da India (meaning "State of India") aims to celebrate the union of Portuguese and Indian cultures by offering an array of dishes that combine the flavours of the two countries - think iconic Portuguese dishes adapted using Indian culinary techniques and tastes. Sound tempting?
If you're looking for some fire and spice to heat up your Valentine's Day, Estado is definitely the place to be. Book now to treat you and your partner to a real culinary adventure.
Author: Dine Hub Team
