Now that summer is here you can enjoy your favourite drinks underneath the summer sun in a beautiful spot outdoors. This guide will show you the best spots for outdoor dining and drinking in Birmingham. From views of the iconic canal to looking over the whole of Birmingham these spots are where you are going to want to be this summer.
The Canal House
Arguably one of Birmingham’s best pub gardens, The Canal House is a must visit this summer. Located in Brindley Place on the canal side this is a perfect spot for drinks or brunch with a view. Voted as West Midlands pub of the year in 2022 The Canal House is the place to be.
This pub really does have it all from live music, creative cocktails, and a huge outdoor terrace overlooking the canals there’s nothing more you could want. Some of their best cocktails include the Passionfruit Smash and the Strawberry Daiquiri which are all just delicious. But this pub has more than just cocktails they are also known for their famous Hanging Kebabs. There’s 7 Kebabs to choose from including their Crispy Halloumi which is vegetarian safe and comes in a sweet chilli glaze and their Chicken & Chorizo which is marinated in herbs and paprika oil.
The bar is a great place to meet up with friends, take family, or even go on a date, and being dog friendly everyone is welcome to enjoy this glorious space. Booking is advised and can be done through their website to secure your spot in the sun.
12 Bridge St, Birmingham B1 2JR
Birdies Bar
Another great spot is Birdies Bar they have a stunning venue with a great tropical theme. While this bar is indoors their beautiful floral and greenery touches will transport you into a tropical paradise. The bar offers some of the finest cocktails, live music, and a variation of street food to snack on.
Some of their great street snacks include Halloumi Chips, Chicken Wings, and a whole range of loaded fries to choose from. They also offer kids food as they are welcome to the venue until 6:30 pm. To accompany their great food there are many drinks to choose from. With ciders, beers, wines, and cocktails the drinks will be flowing all night long.
Birdies is located in the Custard Factory near Golf Fang Digbeth. The bar accepts walk-ins but can get busy during the evenings especially during this good weather.
The Custard Factory, Gibb St, Digbeth,Birmingham B9 4A
Boston Tea Party Edgbaston
For brunch in the sun Boston Tea Party Edgbaston has you covered. With a spacious front garden area, it is a beautiful spot to enjoy their wonderful food. The garden is filled with greenery and bright colours perfect to sit and enjoy the weather.
Their extensive menu offers great breakfast food and drinks which you can enjoy outdoors. In this nice weather you’ll struggle to turn down one of their refreshing smoothies. From a juicy Peach Melba or fresh Mango & Raspberry their selection of smoothies is just mouth-watering. If you’re visiting for food, they have a huge menu with lots of veggie and vegan options available. From breakfast muffins, full English, and their pancakes you will not leave here hungry.
Boston Tea Party do not take bookings but do have lots of seats to offer and will always do their best to fit you in. If their outdoor dining area is full there is always their stunning orangery which features a huge skylight, greenery, and has a beautiful light and airy feel which is equally as nice to enjoy your meal.
30 Harborne Road, Birmingham,B15 3AA
Ju Ju’s café
Located just a few minute’s walk from the hustle and bustle of Brindley Place is Ju Ju’s Café. This small café is known for their all-day breakfasts, Sunday dinners, brunches, and cocktails. This beautiful spot is still located right along the canal where you can see some great views of the water and boats sailing along.
Ju Ju’s café was created for the love of old-fashioned home cooked food, which their menu represents perfectly. With Fish & Chips, Steaks, and Risottos their menu certainty provides some delicious comfort food. And for afters the home cooked food keeps on coming with their Bread & Butter Pudding and the Sticky Toffee Pudding.
Their seating area gives you the best views of the canal great to sit and enjoy their cocktails. With 10 to choose from their fresh and punchy concoctions will go down a treat.
Watermarque, Canal Square, 100 Browning St, Birmingham B16 8EH
Vietnamese Street Kitchen
Right in the heart of Birmingham Vietnamese Street Kitchen is bringing fun, drinks, and music this summer. The family run restaurant is known for their authentic Vietnamese food using recipes passed down from many generations.
This June the restaurant is trying out something new. Every Friday DJ VIP will be playing at their Bullring location from 5 to 10 pm. These “Feel Good Friday’s” will bring some fantastic tunes while you enjoy Vietnamese’s great food and drink. Booking is advised on these upcoming Fridays nights as they are expected to be a big hit.
Their outdoor area is just delightful, with mismatch brightly coloured chairs and huge umbrellas for a bit of shade this area is great to enjoy a drink or two. with 2 for £14 on all their cocktails these will be great to enjoy in the summer sun. In this lovely weather their frozen slushy Mango and Strawberry Daiquiri will keep you refreshed and cool, not to mention they taste fantastic!
St Martins Square, Bullring, Birmingham B5 4BW
Sky By The Water
Taking dinner and drinks to the next level, Sky By The Water is a wonderful rooftop bar in Marston Green. The bar is known for their outstanding views, cocktails, and putting a twist on traditional modern classics. This spot is great to sit back and relax with a beautiful skyline superb to enjoy the good weather.
The bar is dedicated to making good looking and tasting cocktails made with quality ingredients. They use a perfect combination of flavours to create all their unique concoctions ready for you to sip and enjoy. There are 15 to choose from including their Floss Bellini and Banoffee Coffee, there is also a small selection of mocktails packed with fresh and fruity flavours. If cocktails are not your thing Sky By The Water provide a range of vintage champagnes and fine wines that will go down a treat. Besides the drinks they have delicious afternoon tea and Sunday roast you can also enjoy up on the terrace.
Pendigo Way, Marston Green, Birmingham B40 1PU
Luna Springs
Luna Springs is one of Brums biggest event spaces ideal to gather with friends and party the night away. With live music, DJ’s, happy hours, and brunches the outdoor bar has got it all. Located in Digbeth the bar has a magnificent quirky and unique feel different from any other.
Instead of enjoying just a drink at this great venue why not try one of their iconic Bottomless Brunches. Some of their amazing themes include Brunchaoke, Cosmic Disco Brunch, Pure Lunacy, and Mamma Mia XXL. Their Brunchaoke allows you to enjoy brunch while singing along and dancing to all your favourite tunes. Each week the genre will change, their upcoming pop theme on the 17th June will include music from the Spice Girls and Beyonce and 90 minutes of free-flowing cocktails along with your chosen food items. These start from £29 and some of their other genres include the 90’s, 80’s, and Y2K.
Digbeth Arena, Lower Trinity St, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4AG
Café Rouge
Serving up French classics and delicious wine Café Rouge is a beautiful spot for food and drinks. This is a divine café open every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Their outdoor terrace may be small but is simply remarkable in the summer heat. With a retro Parisian vibe, greenery, and marble it’s a great place to relax and soak up the sun.
Their French inspired menu has lots of veggies, vegan, and gluten free options so no one is left out. Some of their yummy mains include Beef Bourguignon and Truffle Mac & Cheese (which may not be a classic French cuisine but defiantly delicious.) Their drinks menu has a lot of white, red, and rose wine to pick from all carefully chosen to match with their menu items.
