Address: 37 Temple St, Birmingham, B2 5DP, United Kingdom
Phone: +441216436824
Rating: 4.3
based on 187 reviews.
1. Vegan Food Options
Pros:
"Fridge and bar was full of craft and sours that were stunning, including several Vault City beers, most of which were vegan."
"The Head of Steam was really nice because I’ve never seen so many tasty vegan options on a menu before."
"Service is always fantastic, food is superb (especially having a vegan wife… the vegan options are great)."
"Went on a quiet afternoon on a weekday... The vegan donner fries were absolutely delicious and I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was."
"If you're a larger drinker like me then avoid as the options are limited and poor."
Cons:
"I honestly wanted to try everything! The food was good for the most part but the chips…were different. They had a unique texture which I feel people will either love or hate."
"Beer is good. This is the second time we’ve been here with the dog, which they welcome very well! However, both times the food menu is sooo limited! They don’t have the majority of the menu."
"The table we sat on was really sticky. The food was great. I ordered the Shawarma gyro, though it was vegan. I’m not quite sure how that works but I think a real chicken shawarma would be a better choice for a dish."
2. Drink Selection and Quality
Pros:
"The first round of drinks was a Banana Split Imperial Stout, 1pt Peroni SERVED IN A NECK OIL GLASS!, Double Malibu with Cranberry juice and a Pineapple juice."
"The cask Porter that I had was lovely, although I felt the temperature was slightly too cold."
"Service is always fantastic... and the drinks offer is always phenomenal, amazing selection of beers and awesome cocktails served by a really good team!"
"Friendly helpful staff and a good selection of drinks. Highly recommended by us."
"The ales were varied and very good. Prices are average for a City centre pub."
"Great drink selection available to suit all tastes, especially those who like a craft beer/lager."
"Best selection of beer in Brum. Came in for a pint and some food, great burger and a great beer, staff were really friendly and welcoming."
"The drinks were nice and it’s great you can choose 1/3 of a pint however the drinks are quite expensive."
Cons:
"Our next round was pretty much the same except I chose the Brooklyn Black Ops (four roses small batch) Impererial Stout which was initially presented with a Chimay glass!"
"Extortionate place. Please avoid. Called in after visiting the German Market. 3 halves of cask ale for £10.20! Really? Best part of £7 a pint. London is cheaper."
"The beers are nice so it's a decent city centre bar but not recommended if you're eating."
"Beers were good but a bit pricey. Ordered food which was really good. Love the atmosphere here."
"The drinks were nice and it’s great you can choose 1/3 of a pint however the drinks are quite expensive."
"Paid £14.10 for 2 pints, one camden hells and one Peroni. Not quite sure how they justify charging that much."
"Great beer tasting with food - Highly recommended - Fun experience - Great food and beers."
"Beer is good. This is the second time we’ve been here with the dog, which they welcome very well! However, both times the food menu is sooo limited! They don’t have the majority of the menu."
3. Staff Service and Attentiveness
Pros:
"Staff were helpful and food arrived within 15 minutes."
"Staff were attentive. It had quite low lighting at the back if you wanted a more intimate feel."
"Staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the many drinks choices they offer there."
"Friendly helpful staff and a good selection of drinks. Highly recommended by us."
"The staff very attentive and empties were removed promptly."
"Wonderful staff, fabulous selection of drink, great food and a truly relaxing atmosphere."
"the bartenders (a guy w/ a black beanie and a blonde girl) provided excellent service and knowledge, letting me try ales so I could get the best experience."
"The staff knew their stuff, the atmosphere was great. We ordered food, the burgers were fairly standard fayre but nothing wrong with that."
Cons:
"Our table was right next to the door and it was freezing!"
"Service lets the place down a little when busy. There were plenty of staff, but some don't 'Read the bar' and randomly serve anyone."
"Decent pint when u finally get one. Quite expensive. Need to employ more experienced staff that can work a bar and are aware of what's going on around them."
"But the manager himself was awful! Our table along with every other table was watching the match and then 30mins before the end of the match they switched it over to the rugby."
"I had booked my daughters 18th here for 10 people and paid my deposit dealing with Sophie who was lovely. when we arrived Sophie had done exactly what she had said she would had the table confetti and banner etc all in place. then we were told we must go down to the bar to order food and drinks."
"Good selection of beers, can get busy but that's to be expected. Really think they ought to have beer prices listed somewhere."
"Excellent bar let down by doorstaff on a power trip who think they're manning an exclusive VIP celebrity club and not a casual bar."
"Very convenient location in a popular area. If in large groups it's better to book ahead which is what we did and enjoyed a private area just a few steps up from the bar."
4. Atmosphere and Ambiance
Pros:
"The music was great with a mixture of Alt/Indie and Rock. Would definitely return."
"We went around midday on a Friday so it was extremely quiet and I loved that."
"Clearly a busy popular place in town."
"It's a relatively large place with a wide range of changing ales and regular beers. It feels spacious, and I'm told the food is good pub grub."
"The atmosphere was friendly and laid back in general. Not the best, but far from the worst pub in town."
"Good atmosphere although it does get busy so if you want to guarantee a space i'd book ahead!"
"Nice bar with a good selection of drinks. There is a nice large open front seating area which is great for if the weather's a but warmer."
"Went on a quiet afternoon on a weekday, so it was comfortable and not crowded at all. Staff were lovely and the food came really quickly."
Cons:
"The first round of drinks was a Banana Split Imperial Stout, 1pt Peroni SERVED IN A NECK OIL GLASS!, Double Malibu with Cranberry juice and a Pineapple juice."
"Extortionate place. Please avoid. Called in after visiting the German Market. 3 halves of cask ale for £10.20! Really? Best part of £7 a pint. London is cheaper."
"The beers are nice so it's a decent city centre bar but not recommended if you're eating."
"Beers were good but a bit pricey. Ordered food which was really good. Love the atmosphere here."
"The drinks were nice and it’s great you can choose 1/3 of a pint however the drinks are quite expensive."
"Paid £14.10 for 2 pints, one camden hells and one Peroni. Not quite sure how they justify charging that much."
"Great beer tasting with food - Highly recommended - Fun experience - Great food and beers."
"Beer is good. This is the second time we’ve been here with the dog, which they welcome very well! However, both times the food menu is sooo limited! They don’t have the majority of the menu."