Best brunch in Birmingham: 15 spots worth your time

We weren't surprised to discover during the making of this guide that there is a huge choice for the best brunch in Birmingham. One look at this list of the best restaurants in Birmingham will explain why, which is comprised of well over 30 highly-acclaimed restaurants that are pioneering in their field, all of which push culinary boundaries while some even turn out Michelin-starred food. Clearly, Birmingham is a foodie city, and its residents’ passion for top-class fodder extends to brunch.  

From achingly cool suburban spots to independent bakeries, family-friendly cafes and even a cocktail bar or two, this round-up of the best brunches in Birmingham demonstrates the city’s sprawling and eclectic brunch scene to a tee. Whether you are planning a fancy birthday brunch complete with cocktails and a photo-ready backdrop, or just want to spend a lazy Sunday drinking copious amounts of coffee and eating more pancakes than you’d care to admit, there’s bound to be a brunch in Birmingham to fit the bill.  

Much to our chagrin, the famed mid-morning meal tends to be relegated to weekends only, but we’re pleased to report that a large chunk of these restaurants serve brunch all day, every day, which means there’s no end to the number of poached eggs and piles of sourdough toast you can consume. Fancy a Monday morning breakfast burrito? No one will judge you in this brunch-loving city.  

From dog-friendly spots to a Cuban-inspired offering to a rather lovely café set up by two guys named Tim (keep reading for the full story), discover all the best brunch restaurants in Birmingham with our guide to late-in-the-day-breakfasting in the city! Then, once you’ve decided on the place that’s right for you, go ahead and book yourself into one of them. It will be the best decision you make today.  

Dishoom Birmingham

What: It might be billed as breakfast, but with the menu running till 11.45 every day, Dishoom brunch fits neatly into the mid-morning category. This Bombay-style restaurant serves up a banging range of brunching fodder, from cooked breakfast like keema per eedu to lighter yoghurt bowls and Dishoom’s cult-status breakfast naan rolls. Of those rolls, the bacon naan version is the most popular, featuring smoked streaky bacon from Ramsay of Carluke’s, a smear of cream cheese, tomato-chilli jam, and coriander. There’s a vegan sausage roll too, alongside egg naan rolls and a supersized ‘Wrestler’s Naan Roll’ for larger appetites.
Must-try dish: Bacon naan roll, or the bacon and egg naan (pictured above)
Where: One Chamberlain Square, B3 3AX
Book now: Dishoom Birmingham

Caneat

What: This Stirchley brunch spot might be a little ways out, but its great-value brunch offering makes it a no-brainer. The brunch menu here is far from ordinary, offering spectacularly inventive toast plates topped with the likes of creamed corn with feta, pink pickles, coriander, hot sauce and fried egg; black garlic and Marmite mushrooms, and seven-minute eggs with gochujang mayo, sesame, and coriander. Aside from tasty things on bread, you’ll also find kimchi and chorizo fried rice, and banana bread with pumpkin seed butter.
Must-try dish: Seven-minute eggs with gochujang mayo, sesame, and coriander on toast
Where: 1397 Pershore Road, Stirchley, B30 2JR
Book now: Caneat

Ju Ju’s Cafe

What: Ju Ju’s Cafe lands safely among the best brunches in Birmingham thanks to a mix of canal-side dining, homely service, and a generous mix of very affordable brunch dishes. Curing a hangover? Order from Ju Ju’s iconic hash selection, which spans veggie and vegan versions alongside the ‘porky hash’ with chopped bacon and sausage, Hollandaise, and paprika fried eggs. Sweet treat lovers, meanwhile, are well serviced with various pancake options, while traditionalists can go for cooked breakfasts or eggs Benedict.
Must-try dish: The ‘porky hash’
Where: Watermarque, Canal Square, 100 Browning Street, B16 8EH
Book now: Ju Ju’s Cafe

The Button Factory

What: A buzzy haunt for gatherings of all kinds, The Button Factory brunch covers all the bases. Whether you’re looking to share a few small plates like buttermilk fried chicken, crispy smashed potatoes, and spiced lamb kofta or go for something more substantial, the bases are covered. Think crispy fish tacos with smashed avocado, jalapeño salsa, lime aioli; brioche French toast with smoked maple bacon and whipped cinnamon butter; and Turkish eggs with whipped yoghurt, feta, avocado, chilli sesame oil and pickle salad.
Must-try dish: Double sausage and egg ‘McButton’, English muffin, American cheese, hashbrowns
Where: 25 Frederick Street, Jewellery Quarter, B1 3HH
Book now: The Button Factory

Gas Street Social

What: Gas Street Social is a fun, playful, independent eatery overlooking the canal in Birmingham’s The Mailbox complex. All about ‘brunching, sharing and socialising’, this all-day spot serves brunch every day with dedicated sections for pancakes and waffles, eggs and bennies, breakfast classics and sandwiches. From full English pancakes (yep, that’s exactly like it sounds) to shakshuka, Persian eggs, and triple cheese rarebit, all brunch dreams are guaranteed to come true at this sociable spot.
Must-try dish: Crispy bacon pancakes with blueberries and syrup
Where: 166-168 Wharfside Street, B1 1RL
Book now: Gas Street Social

The Cuban Embassy 

What: Born out of a passion for good food, live music and, well, rum, this Cuban joint serves a late boozy brunch on Saturdays consisting of endless prosecco or cubre libres with any two tapas plates. And, if you’re looking for daytime brunching, The Cuban Embassy’s cubanos menu is the place to look. In case you’re not sure what a cubano is, it’s essentially a Cuban sandwich, which you can order the classic with slow-cooked pulled pork, ham, cheese, gherkins, American mustard; ‘ropa vieja’ with slow-cooked beef; or the vegetarian version with baked aubergine, courgette, piquillo peppers.
Must-try dish: Lamb enchilada, and classic cubano
Where: 23 St Mary's Row, B13 8HW 
Book now: The Cuban Embassy 

Kitchen Garden Cafe

What: his tranquil oasis in Kings Heath is always busy come the weekend, with brummie brunchers cosying up amongst the plants and sipping on oat flat whites. Prices are very reasonable and there's a huge range of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free food on offer too, making this great for those with dietary restrictions. Until 3pm you can sink your teeth into breakfast club bagels, eggs royale, full-cooked breakfasts, and much more.
Must-try dish: KG Fresh Garden Vegetarian Breakfast
Where: 17 York Road, Kings Heath, B14 7SA
Book now: Kitchen Garden Cafe

Maison Mayci

What: Bringing a little slice of Paris to the streets of Birmingham, Maison Mayci brings a large selection of croissants and pastries, alongside some more substantial breakfast options. Think harissa beans on toast, garlic and herb mushrooms on toast, and smoked salmon and egg on toast to kick start your day in the city. The interior is rustic, with stone tiled flooring, and white walls adorned with gold-framed mirrors and prints.
Must-try dish: Anything from the pastry counter
Where: 148 Alcester Rd, Moseley, B13 8HS
Book now: Maison Mayci

The Distillery

What: The Distillery offers up small plates, pizzas, larger mains and desserts in a large, pared-back setting. Expect salt and pepper squid, cheeseburger spring rolls and fried chicken with waffles. As far as drinks are concerned, you may not be surprised to hear that The Distillery makes its own gin for guests to enjoy, but if you’re looking to make the most of the brunch time deals, there’s a bottomless deal for 90 minutes.
Must-try dish: Fried chicken waffles with smoked bacon, poached eggs, hot sauce
Where: 4 Sheepcote St, B16 8AE
Book now: The Distillery

The Early Bird Bakery  

What: Founded by two men named Tim with a passion for food, coffee and people, The Early Bird Bakery is a bright and conscientious café located just south of Birmingham city centre. It turns out freshly-baked cakes and pastries every day, using local ingredients wherever it can, while an ever-changing brunch menu comprises a selection of hot plates. Look out for breakfast patty buns and caramelised apple cinnamon honey toast. It’s walk-in only, and queues aren’t unusual on weekends. Just don’t forget to grab something sweet from the counter to go!
Must-try dish: Truffle mushroom shokupan toastie or the Welsh rarebit sausage patty bun
Where: 28 High Street, B14 7JT 
Book now: The Early Bird Bakery 

Saint Kitchen 

What: This family-owned all-day joint oozes everything you could possibly want from an independent café, from friendly service to understated interiors and a commitment to doing things properly. All its baked goods are homemade in-house, from bagels to doughnuts, while its short but eclectic brunch menu serves up hash browns with truffle mayonnaise, roasted carrot hummus, smashed avo, and a host of tasty breakfast sandos. This small but mighty eatery is not to be underestimated.
Must-try dish: Beef shin ragu sando
Where: 61a St Paul’s Square, B3 1QS 
Book now: Saint Kitchen

The Plough Harborne

What: The suburb of Harborne in south west Birmingham is home to this pub-meets-restaurant, which smartly straddles the line between swish and super chill. Its offering is diverse, and you could just as easily pop in for a pint as you could for a pizza or poke bowl. Naturally, we're interested in brunch, which is served every day until 12pm and includes breakfast brioche with streaky bacon, potato rosti, fried egg, sriracha mayo and spring onions; eggs benedict with smoked back bacon, pink peppercorns and hollandaise; and ginger and cinnamon porridge with coconut milk, berries, and maple syrup & almond flakes.
Must-try dish: Bacon brioche sandwich with potato rosti, fried egg, sriracha mayo and spring onions
Where: 21 High Street, B17 9NT 
Book now: The Plough Harborne

Tonight Josephine

What: This neon pink brunch spot is the perfect spot to get the gang together and eat some delicious food, and enjoy the odd tipple of two whilst you’re there. Because as they have plastered across the room in neon signs - ‘well behaved women don’t make history’. What’s better is that they are always coming up with new themes for the brunches, such as fairytale and Mamma Mia style events. To eat, expect pulled pork burgers, sweet potato and halloumi burgers, and a vegan version too.
Must-try dish: Buttermilk chicken burger
Where: 12 Burlington Arcade, Stephenson St, B2 4BL
Book now: Tonight Josephine

Medicine Bakery 

What: There are two Medicine Bakeries in Birmingham, as well as another couple in Codsall and Wolverhampton, but all are rooted in the bringing together of food and art. Simultaneously a bakery, kitchen, café and gallery, the idea is to offer guests a carefully curated menu of ethically-sourced dishes, while also providing inspiration via art and culture. Inside, it’s a calming, foliage-filled Victorian space with long wooden benches and large skylights. Its signature brunch menu includes an array of brioche and Benedict dishes – think halloumi brioche with pico de gallo, smashed avocado and chilli jam.
Must-try dish: Maple and bacon French toast
Where: 69a New Street, B2 4DU 
Book now: Medicine Bakery

Damascena  

What:  For a refreshing change to smoked salmon and avocado, look to Middle Eastern restaurant Damascena, where breakfast dishes such as baked egg manakeesh (bread topped with cheese), tahini and date honey dip with flatbreads and a breakfast mezze platter are all on the menu. This one’s a favourite for vegetarian brunches, offering up plenty of meat-free plates to share to keep all to yourself.
Must-try dish: Breakfast meze
Where: 5-7 Temple Row, B2 5NY
Book now: Damascena

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