Instagram-worthy restaurants in Birmingham: 11 top spots for a picture perfect meal

These days, putting together a restaurant is so much more than just a good menu, because social media is a business's greatest marketing tool - and it’s all about the visuals. Instagram friendly restaurants in Birmingham have been popping up thick and fast in recent years, with aesthetically pleasing dining rooms becoming a key factor in many new openings. If you’ve found yourself frantically searching for ‘Instagrammable restaurants near me’ then these options are sure to tick all your boxes. Whether it’s cheeky neon signs plastered on every surface, or sprawling blossom trees that take over the entire space, these restaurants provide ample opportunity for a photoshoot before you’ve even made it to the table.

Of course, going beyond just the decor, it’s equally important for the food to be presented in a way that's photo ready. Whether it be an immaculately finished French pastry, or a filthy burger where the cheese overflows down the side of the patty, the aim of the game is to get followers envious with a single snap. As time goes by, props are becoming more daring, and restaurants are spending huge sums of money on making sure they give you an experience to remember. Whilst this often results in all style and little substance, a few restaurants manage to walk the fine line between stand-out food and enchanting interiors.

Whether you’re the friend who loves to pose for the camera, or the one who prefers to stay on the other side of the screen, we’ve narrowed down the best restaurants in Birmingham to include on your instagram feed. They’re bold, they’re colourful, and there’s an awful lot of pink - but most importantly the food remains a top priority.

Tattu

What: There’s a good chance you’ve already seen Tattu on your instagram feed, and if not, we think it’s time to assess who you're following on social media. This is a restaurant that ticks all of the social media friendly boxes - boasting fairy lights, animated walls and pinky purple hues. Its most striking feature is the infamous cherry blossom that covers the ceiling throughout. But she’s more than just a pretty face, because the food here is equally impressive. Think Chinese sharing plates like surf and turf shumai and white miso salmon.
Where: 18 Barwick Street, B3 2NT
Book now: Tattu

La Bellezza

What: You can’t talk about Birmingham’s most ‘grammable restaurants and not mention this sprawling Perugian palace. Big Mamma Group is famous for making the most maximalist restaurants in the country and La Bellezza holds nothing back, cramming the space with tumbling ivy, pale orange Murano glass chandeliers and giant woven curtains. The menu includes plenty of theatrics too, with the group’s famous La Gran Carbonara served tableside from a giant Pecorino wheel.
Where: 2 Chamberlain Square, B3 3AX
Book now: La Bellezza

F1® Arcade Birmingham

What: Whilst F1® Arcade Birmingham may be best known for its full-motion racing simulators, the venue itself is every bit as photogenic with its neon-lighting, statement bar, and road-styled flooring - not forgetting the full-sized race car that hangs from the ceiling. It’s the perfect spot to sit back with a couple of sharing plates once the adrenaline-fuelled racing is done, with everything from dynamite fried chicken and bbq corn ribs, to yellowfin tuna sashimi and aged beef tartare.
Where: Unit 30 - Stephenson Place, B2 4BF
Booking for a special occasion? Explore group and private dining options at F1® Arcade Birmingham
Book now: F1® Arcade Birmingham 

Mowgli Birmingham

What: Nestled inside the Bullring’s Grand Central Station, Mowgli may have a relaxed feel when it comes to dining, but it still takes prime place as one of the most instagrammable restaurants in Birmingham. Inside, the space glows with fairy lights and greenery around every corner, whilst the iconic swinging seats and life-sized tree are bound to grab your attention. Food-wise expect colourful plates of authentic, Indian street food to complete the experience.
Where: Unit 30 - Stephenson Place, B2 4BF
Booking for a special occasion? Explore Mowgli’s group and private dining options
Book now: Mowgli Birmingham

Opheem

What: Opheem knows a thing or two about how to make a good curry, and the two Michelin stars just cements this popular opinion. But this Indian restaurant also catches the eye of customers for its suave interiors, impressive light feature, and open kitchen, that make it a magical place to spend the evening. Each plate is a work of art, so you’ll struggle to get through a meal here without snapping a few shots. 
Where: 48 Summer Row, B3 1JJ
Booking for a special occasion? Explore private and group dining options at Opheem
Book now: Opheem

Albert's Schloss Birmingham

What: This barnstorming Bavarian beer house has spread across the UK like wildfire, combining live entertainment, easy-going European cooking and a hefty drinks list. There’s always something good going on at Albert’s Schloss, and the location at One Chamberlain Square is impressive in itself, with towering ceilings and a wide variety of different locations to choose from.
Where: One Chamberlain Square, B3 3AX
Book now: Albert's Schloss Birmingham

Dishoom Birmingham

What: What’s the secret to Dishoom’s everlasting appeal? Well, a big part of it is the slick styling that turns these spaces into living, breathing Irani cafes. We love the exotic, foliage-heavy feel of the space, and you really can’t go wrong with Dishoom’s tried-and-tested menu, which now has you covered from morning til night with bacon naans, chicken biryanis, and plenty more, as well as an outstanding cocktail programme. In our opinion, it's the complete package.
Where: One Chamberlain Square, B3 3AX
Book now: Dishoom Birmingham

Tonight Josephine

What: They say that well behaved women don’t make history, and they probably don’t go to Tonight Josephine either. Known for its provocative neon signs and infamously pink decor, this is a restaurant that was made for the 'gram. You’re spoiled for choice with tinsel feature walls, colourful lighting, and bathroom doors covered in iconic mugshots (Lindsay Lohan, we see you). When it comes to the food, you’re limited to a bottomless brunch menu with the likes of buttermilk chicken, and halloumi burgers. If Tonight Josephine hasn’t featured on your Instagram feed yet, it’s time to make that change.
Where: 12 Burlington Arcade, B2 4BL
Book now: Tonight Josephine

Siamais

What: With its name taken from the term ‘Siamese twins’, this restaurant draws on the concept of ‘two’, with two nights out under one roof. A separate bar and restaurant make up Siamais, offering an opportunity to enjoy two different nights out under one roof. So whether it’s a sit down meal you’re after, or an evening of delicious cocktails, this is your one stop shop to a fun night out with the gang. Although if you don’t get a pic for the 'gram, did it even happen? So take a seat on the flower swing and get snap happy in this Thai spot.
Where: 7 Oozells Street, B1 2HS
Book now: Siamais

Manahatta

What: Any restaurant that comes with an entire portfolio of neon signs is always welcome on our list of most instagrammable places to eat. Not forgetting the plush velvet seating and exposed brick walls, this makes for a very snap happy place to spend your evening. Whilst Manahatta’s interior brings a slice of New York to Birmingham, the food menu offers something from a little further afield. Expect everything from crispy sticky beef noodles to steak frites, as well as a brunch menu that’s served until 4pm.
Where: 10 Temple Street, B2 5BN
Book now: Manahatta

Comptoir Libanais

What: Comptoir Libanais is a restaurant that gives off good energy with its colourful decor, flowers, and its unique feeling as if you’re sitting inside a family home. Whether it’s the vibrant booth with oranges hanging from the ceiling, or the coral pink wall adorned with a mismatch of plates, trays and mirrors, there are endless opportunities to get a pic for Instagram that will brighten up your feed. The name means Lebanese counter, so you can expect plenty of authentic dishes like chicken tagine with couscous, and falafel and fattoush salad with a pomegranate molasses dressing.
Where: Stephenson Place, B2 4BF
Book now: Comptoir Libanais

Looking for something a little more low key? Check out our list of the best cheap eats in Birmingham. Or for something more family-friendly, explore the best kid-friendly restaurants across Birmingham.