6 Standout Dishes to Discover at Grand Central Birmingham

31 March 2016

1. Chicken, Prawn & Squid Goan Curry - Giraffe

Giraffe is a globally-inspired restaurant that draws on cuisines from around the world, from North America to South East Asia and beyond.

The Chicken, Prawn and Squid Goan Curry is a dish with roots in the topical Indian state of Goa.

It's an exotic mix of chicken, king prawns, fried squid, and sweet potato, served with brown rice.

Its colourful vegetables include roasted red pepper and snap peas, while coriander, chilli and lime add distinctive flavours.

Yaki Nori is a vibrant, fun Japanese spot specialising not only in sushi, but other treats like donbura and teriyaki grill.

Their Katsu Curry is a traditional, thick curry with rich flavours but mild on spice.

The dish is cooked with your choice of chicken, prawns or vegetables coated in panko breadcrumbs.

It also comes accompanied by a mound of fragrant sticky rice.

Ed's Easy Diner serves classic American fare in a funky retro diner space, complete with red booths and a jukebox.

One of their most popular burgers is the hefty Big Bubba's Bacon and Cheese.

A farm-assured beef patty topped with griddled onions, with sweet-cured bacon and American cheese.

The burger comes on a toasted sesame bun, and with fries, onion rings and coleslaw, if you choose to make it a full plate.

Pho is all about Vietnamese cuisine; specifically the dish that can be considered Vietnam's national delicacy - Pho.

The dish is best described as a rich, hearty noodle broth with strong flavours from the stock used.

Pho Chin is a variety that includes tender slow-cooked beef brisket. The broth is traditionally enjoyed with chilli sauce.

Pho is also available made with chicken breast and tiger prawns, while vegetarian options include tofu and button mushroom.

Founded by Madrid chef Omar Allibhoy, Tapas Revolution is on a mission to make Spanish food massive.

Albóndigas con salsa consists of beef meatballs cooked in a vegetable, tomato and white wine sauce.

The classic Spanish tapa dish is made to his grandmother's own recipe, handed down through the generations.

Top tip: A hunk of crusty bread is almost obligatory to help lap up the rich juices.

Grand Central Birmingham restaurants Cocomacs

Cocomacs is a local Birmingham micro-bakery, preparing and baking their goods fresh each day.

They do a range of Coconut Macaroons, available in a variety of six exotic flavours including Belgian milk, white and dark chocolate.

Fruity varieties include cherry, and pina colada (with real pineapple chunks).

Just in case you feel like sharing, giftboxes of twelve are available from the shop.

Don't forget you can shop till 8 and dine till late at Grand Central Birmingham.

Check out all the restaurants and bars of the new shopping and dining destination here.