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It's easy to miss some buildings of genuine architectural interest in this part of town, subsumed as it is by modern office blocks, but t...

Old Contemptibles, one of the finest pub names in Brum, is a quiet, traditional bar in Victorian style near to St Philip's Cat...

Almost anonymous in the heart of the city's financial and administrative district, Primitivo is an oasis of charm and simplicity. Not sur...

In a new era of design, the Chi is worth the sensory overload. With a hip, sleek and sexy design, the creators of this lounge have won...

St Philip's is a rare example of fine English baroque. The Cathedral is elegantly decorated with four stained glass windows by Birmingham...

With sandwich bars opening all the time and ever more original fillings being devised, the rise of sandwich as the lunchtime snack of cho...

Time was when office buildings were designed with style in mind. Then they were built purely for their function. Now, architects are agai...

Standing just short of 500 feet in height, the Telecom Tower is a major Birmingham landmark and can easily be seen from some distance out...

Anyone who is intrigued by curiosities and unusual phenomena should not miss the grave of Nanetta Stocker. It is situated close to the ma...

This is a small, simple, yet fitting memorial to the 21 people who lost their lives in the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings. Two city centre...

Known for its extremely stylish atmosphere and décor, Metro Bar & Grill caters to Birmingham's bright young things and smart corporate di...

In a new era of design, the Chi is worth the sensory overload. With a hip, sleek and sexy design, the creators of this lounge have won...

Opus is a no-frills restaurant, simply decorated, bright and airy. There's no clutter as far as table spacing goes, and it can accommo...

One of a dying breed, this is a traditional English restaurant. Because of this it's a popular destination and booking is advisable, but...

Milan is a city centre restaurant offering more than the normal balti fare. Dishes are expertly prepared with deft combinations of herbs...

A well-regarded, modern Italian restaurant just off New Street, San Carlo boasts an Italian director, Italian management and Italian chef...

Popular with pre-and post-clubbers what with Snobs n...

There is not a thriving Mongolian restaurant scene in Birmingham, but this innovative establishment is deservedly popular. The cuisine is...

This restaurant overlooks New Street, which, whilst it is no Champs Elysee, is undoubtedly more attractive now that it has been almost to...

For a city of this size, and considering it's twinned with Lyon, there are surprisingly few French restaurants in Birmingham. This is the...