24 HOURS IN BIRMINGHAM - ft. Our Favourite 11 Restaurants & Bars (Surprisingly Good)

[@liamkelly3997]

It used to be that after a long, hard weekend on the sauce, the only thing that could ease my aching soul was Ridley Scott's early 2000 epic, Gladiator. Now there are two things.

[@webbzz91]

Birmingham is by far the most underrated city in the UK. The second city gets far too much hate by people that have never even been there.

[@OGMehrin]

I live right next to it, Manchesters leaps and bounds above it

[@wendywolfman]

Manchester is much better. I consider Manchester to be the 2nd city of England.

[@webbzz91]

@@wendywolfman in terms of what? Birmingham is second in population, economy, homes, retail, nightlife. The only thing Manchester wins in is Football and the airport. Most people go off just population which wouldn't even put Manchester in the top 5.

[@OGMehrin]

@@webbzz91 Birmingham is not second in night life...

[@webbzz91]

@@OGMehrin it's also second in fine dining. Only behind London for Michelin stars.

[@HenryGK]

"That's the Bullring right there." *Points at Grand Central*

[@saintwalrus5643]

Came to the comments section to write this. Glad it wasn't just me!

[@jamietalbot7254]

In all fairness it links to the bullring

[@samueldavis9696]

'Exceeded expectations', exactly what everyone says after visiting Birmingham! It's the city of hidden gems and if people gave the city a try, they'd find themselves surprised so thanks for giving it a chance!

[@c.f.875]

too many arabs

[@abcxyz-cx4mr]

@@c.f.875 - I thought there were more South-Asians than Arabs there

[@kadi7107]

@@c.f.875 whats wrong with that?

[@peterwilliamallen1063]

@@c.f.875 A bit Racist, Bradford was well known for them years ago and Birmingham is no different to any other City in the World.

[@-HRH]

@@peterwilliamallen1063 You're an aboslute legend, Peter. I was born in Birmingham but grew up all over the world, but that love and connection never die. You've defended its importance and centrality to the UK like a soldier and I commend you! I always find it extremely strange that people keep overlooking the nation's second city. Even in London, there are literally ZERO streets named after Brum or Brum areas whereas every other place around the country (and other countries) gets a mention. I still haven't worked out why that is. Adding to your brilliant list, I'd remind people that The Shire from Lord Of The Rings is based on the green spaces of Birmingham where JRR Tolkien grew up. Birmingham's jewelery quarter is the biggest and most important in Europe as all silver, gold and diamonds would not be recognised unless assayed there. Birmingham is also the only city apart from the capital city to have its own philharmonic and ballet companies---sure signs of cultural significance and vitality. I could list ten more things but I'm sure you know them already. Cheers, Peter. I really enjoyed your informed replies to the rather less informed.

[@sambloore1]

Birmingham gets a bad rap by people who don’t understand the place, I love my city so much

[@Taslima1022]

I live in Birmingham and there's a few places you've mentioned that I've not heard of. Will definitely check them out!

[@topjaw]

👍

[@Cherryxrc]

I live in Birmingham, the city gets so much hate from people online who haven’t been here before personally I love this city no matter what others say

[@brainsmith3931]

Birmingham is looked down because its rough and full of crime, drugs a big issue in Birmingham and areas are racist and segregated no integration at all people are backwards .

[@weshouldsaveourselves6780]

@@brainsmith3931 in some areas it's fine. I'm from Yardley well south Yardley and even though we have our fair share of chavs and troublemakers, we do get on. I live a on in an area where it's mostly white. I'm a Muslim Pakistani and I've never had an issue with anyone where we live. We all get on. Friendly and kind just as it should be. Then you go to other areas and the atmosphere is ABIT different. But overall the UK ain't that bad. Its pretty tolerant I must say.

[@brainsmith3931]

@@weshouldsaveourselves6780 Birmingham is very racist and segregated as a city no integration at all people live seperate lives and choose to segregate out of ignorance, people are rude and hostile in Birmingham and west Midlands.

[@CaptainShonko]

@@brainsmith3931 utter bollocks mate. Funny how there's plenty of accounts out there of how friendly the average Brummie is, and I can attest to it being true coming from here. Yes there are some fucking scrotes, and I've had some major incidents go down in the past, but by and large the majority of us are chill and welcome everybody that have good intentions.

[@mpinto79]

Birmingham is the best, i have lived in London but i love Brum, put it simply they have the best of everything but also a laid-back lifestyle, and you guys have covered just a very very small % of Brum there's a lot to explore

[@brainsmith3931]

Birmingham is a shithole only starting to develop never be on London level,Birmingham is a chav racist segregated city.

[@lizzykennedy6466]

Brummie born and bred. Went to Digbeth for the first time in many years for my sons 26th and it's damn amazing what they've done to it. Very industrial steam punk vibes!!

[@bbkjt9288]

Y’all should definitely get sponsored by the UK tourism department. Next time I visit London I’m definitely leaving the city to see other cities because of y’all!

[@serinadelmar6012]

ikr they are amazing. Come on Netflix et al., there’s a series right here!

[@lizzykennedy6466]

@@serinadelmar6012 how brilliant would they be on NF!!

[@mitchellcorfield3164]

So glad you got Indian Brewery and Medicine on here! This video sums up what EVERYONE should do in Brum 100000%. Oh, and Snobs for a night out.

[@sarribel]

IT is such a great City. Vast, green, great universities, barber institute one of the best paintings collections, botanic gardens, fantastic neighbourhoods...

[@winefreedom2846]

Thanks for visiting boys! Looks like Birmingham treated you very well 🍺🍷😂

[@topjaw]

They certainly did 👍

[@harrybriggs9200]

I had a lads weekend away to Birmingham recently. Our friend group rule is that the 'host' makes all the plans. I've just realised that he has obviously watched your video here and we basically went to 3/4 of the places. Amazing recommendations.

[@dwijharasoda6181]

They deserve a Netflix series

[@chassidyswann8951]

Finally Birmingham!

[@FoodieMeatsFood]

Big up my fellow brummies 👍🏽

[@geoffreyrichardson8738]

I never trust anyone till I see them three sails to the wind, boys your the best.

[@serinadelmar6012]

Definitely, me too but isn’t it three sheets?

[@TheFreakyVibes]

Medicine have opened in the mailbox now and it's like a fancy version of the one u went to if anyone wants to check it out. Well worth it.

[@suereeves5994]

Can't be Birmingham, didn't see any roadworks

[@gabrielhicks1037]

Big up 0121

[@danielwilks1964]

Come on the boys. Been waiting for you to head to brum. You've picked up on some absoloute gems mate especially rude boy Andy Low and Slow. You could easily fit in another trip covering the outskirts of brum which contain some more gems especially Carter's in Moseley. My favourite channel for advice on places to eat when I visit different parts of the UK. Amazing production and presenters. Bang on.

[@topjaw]

Thanks Daniel

[@markstevens9660]

How are you not the ‘size of a house’ …..said green with envy !! …….😜 ….👏👏👏

[@charlottehatton2064]

You need to experience Birmingham during the christmas markets

[@MrDos22]

Love the Brummie love.... keep checking it out!

[@ellenmeilee]

YES Birmingham!! ❤️ love that you posh young boys love my home town.

[@StuWright]

wish i could get out of it mate.

[@peterwilliamallen1063]

@@StuWright What's stopping you mate, Birmingham is a great City and will be even better next year with the Common Wealth Games coming.

[@glowingwithbusayo5028]

My most anticipated video of all time ... finally 😻

[@topjaw]

Hope you enjoyed it

[@Roni62]

I love watching you guys! You're off the chain! I just love your energy on camera!

[@topjaw]

Thanks Ronnie

[@Tinyfox_te]

I live in Birmingham and it does go so underrated! The history here is so amazing to know and some of the buildings are by far amazing, especially digbeth! Best place to go on a night out 😍 also I couldn't stop laughing when he pointed at the grand central and went "you've got the bullring over there" 😂😭

[@lanceflorendo5323]

Always a fan of how you curate your videos!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@topjaw]

Thank you Lance

[@victoribarbo2709]

You guys deserve so much more subs. Always class videos. Keep it up!

[@topjaw]

Thanks Viktor

[@TamannaRay18]

starting a day with pastries is a whole new level of happiness!! by the way topnotch video as always!!! love you loads❤

[@topjaw]

Love you too 😘

[@TamannaRay18]

@@topjaw 🤗❤😊

[@k.jamescarters9557]

I was in brum for a decade and obviously knew most of these, but you found some gems. Used to live near simpsons and thought it was a hotel, didn’t know there was a restaurant there! Also hockley social club sounds like something horrid with cheese rolls and a pint of mild…but who would have known old hockley would get gentrified lol

[@topjaw]

Love your description of a social club 😆 but yes it’s surprising what great places you can find right under your nose.

[@joehall2671]

Attic Brewery, Early bird bakery (get the Turkish eggs), Couch and Passing fancies are all must sees if you do another video here.

[@sadaf3471]

Jesse commentary and Will videography make food more delicious.....🌟

[@kasimnawaz5421]

Should’ve come to bordlsey green mate

[@Dunicht69]

hey guys my girlfriend and I just discovered your channel today for an upcoming trip to Paris and went on a watching spree. After 8 beers and a lot of videos. I can confidently say that you are living THE DREAM!!!! Just Eating the best food everywhere and getting pissed :) would love to join you sometime. sooo you'll hear from me if you're ever in Germany ;)

[@topjaw]

Ah man, love that and welcome to the topjaw gang!

[@JulieWallis1963]

Birmingham is brilliant. I moved here from London and Birmingham is far superior. It really upsets me when people disrespect my beautiful city. Glad you did her justice.

[@peterwilliamallen1063]

Glad you love my City from a proud Brummie

[@peterwilliamallen1063]

@zayne Mal Firstly., if you think that you do not live in Birmingham, Brummies or true Brummies are the most friendly people about and are definitely not bigoted what ever you mean by that, Birmingham is a modern cosmopolitan City, with the largest amount of green space than any other city in Europe all back to back slums were knocked down in the 1960's and replaced with modern housing in the inner city areas and the areas around the inner city were modernised in the 1970's. the reason the housing in the Handsworth /Small heath are are going backwards is the people who own them not looking after them, so either you do not live in Birmingham, visited Birmingham or know any thing about Birmingham or have never travelled around Birmingham, in which case do not run this great City Down, it is not Brummies that are bigoted it is the Asian people who are bigoted and go round with a chip on their shoulder.

[@peterwilliamallen1063]

@zayne Mal Wow you do seem to have racist problem mate, firstly you are talking to a WHITE older generation BRUMMIE mate and as you do not know me you have insulted me , firstly you know nothing of Birmingham, Brummies are not Racists, they are not bigoted and do not live among their own Kind, Birmingham City council has no control over where people live, it is the people who choose where they want to live. Next it is the Asian community that cause segregation and the younger ones at that not Brummies, Birmingham has always been a melting pot of immigration to do with jobs, and we welcome every one into this great City, there has never been any separation of people, the only segregation has been caused by Asian young people walking around with a chip on their shoulder causing problems, so as I said you know nothing of Birmingham as if you lived in Birmingham you would know better, so every thing is in your tiny brain mate and by the way you write your comment you are definitely racist.

[@peterwilliamallen1063]

@zayne Mal Oh my God you are atypical Asian Racist, I take it as you know so much about the East End of London, you come from London, London's East End was after the white English moved on, inhabited by Irish, Immigrants, then The Jewish community moved in and then the Asians moved in making it an Asian Ghetto, One side of my Family came from London, and the other Half Wales, my family finally settled in the 1920's in Birmingham, for centuries now Birmingham has welcomed immigrants from initially Wales, Ireland and Scotland, then Jewish people arrived, then the West Indian Community and finally Pakistani and Indian people and Chinese, now Londoners and Polish people are moving to Birmingham, so mate Birmingham has always been a mixing pot of cultures and It is not me my Asian friend, Brummies welcome every one and any one to our, my great City, and I am sorry to say what is the point in saying London is more multicultural than Birmingham, it is bound to be, there are more than 9 million or more citizens living in London, plus visitors and foreign Students from all over the World so it is bound to be multicultural than Brum. So how are we Brummies not used to seeing different cultures, I do not think you know what you are talking about and this is just your idea of things, As far as living in harmony with other cultures, I am afraid yes we do as Birmingham has been accepting immigrants since Anglo Saxon Times and no I do not speak for my self. The only people who cause segregation are the young Asian men, not any one else, so explain why I am deluded and you are not as it is you that bought up this racial bit. A typical Londoner who knows nothing about Birmingham, has never visited Brum and thinks he knows all about Birmingham, to put thing right, I live in an area of Birmingham which is a mixed race area with White families, West Indian families, Pakistani Families and Eastern European Families and we all live in harmony.

[@peterwilliamallen1063]

@zayne Mal Oh @Zayne Mal, you sound so up your arse and Racist mate, a typical southerner / Londoner who knows nothing that exist past the Watford Gap on the M1, firstly mate I am not at all racist as are Brummies not, I was explaining the problem with young Asian men, and yes they are racist in that in some areas in many Cities they think they are above the Law ant it was their parents that moved to the UK for a better life and like London there are lots of White areas but in some of those there are Indian Families, GP's and Surgeons living there who are Asian. The reason a lot of White People moved out of London is that they are working class and were priced out of owning a house in Central London because yuppies priced them out and which is the reason now that a lot of Londoners are moving to Birmingham as even a top class house in Sutton Coldfield or Edgebaston in Birmingham with the cost of commuting on a train to London is far cheaper than living in London and whether Southerners or Londoners like Birmingham or not is their problem mate as Brummies are not keen on Londoners either, yet in the early days, the Tube would not of operated with out Birmingham as the Tube Trains were built in Birmingham.

[@RyanG144Videos]

As someone who has lived in birmingham all my life I have never actually been to a lot of those places. Some of them I didn’t even know about. I can definitely say that Gaijin is really good. There used to be a sushi place in the Birmingham Indoor Market called Otoro Sushi, which was also very good.

[@samsoutlook]

My hometown and my favourite food channel combined 😍

[@topjaw]

Have we shown you some places you didn’t know of?

[@samsoutlook]

@@topjaw Yes, which was a nice surprise! I’ll definitely be going to them when I head back. I’m glad that you featured York’s! Definitely a Birmingham staple.

[@SevenCapitalplc]

You've done this city proud. With some of the best hospitality venues in the country, there's so much to celebrate.

[@samikshabiyani4321]

You guys drunk are a complete mood!!! Loved this epi. :D Cheers!

[@topjaw]

🤪

[@barannahpalmer3257]

Next time visit Eis Cafe! The absolute best desert shop in the world. Pistachio or Chocolate Baklava are out of this world. As too are their ice creams, waffles, loci shakes & pazookies! Also visit La Pop! The best ice cream lollies ever!!!

[@amypaull955]

Thanks for this-fed up of people slating Birmingham! Great city!

[@TheFreakyVibes]

Grand central kitchen which is right next to York's also sells some delicious food and it tends to be way more packed tbh

[@robs5285]

Gotta love these boys on the beersies hahah cant wait to travel back to Europe and more of the UK in the near future 👌🏼

[@tonypullthru1279]

Please visit Liverpool...that's where my family is from and I would love to see your recommendations

[@cylok2871]

you guys deserve more subscribers, content quality and production is fantastic. keep up the good work, its always a good day when there is a new TJ vid.

[@topjaw]

Thanks. Glad you enjoy them

[@LeahShutkever]

YESSS finally!! 🙌🏽

[@topjaw]

Hope you enjoyed it Leah!

[@LeahShutkever]

@@topjaw you never disappoint!

[@janecarey3088]

Great video of Brum I’m born and bred here this is an amazing city and it’s on the up with Commonwealth Games and HS2. You guys went to a few places I’ve not visited definitely going to try them. I love London to recently been to Liverpool great energy there to. Your video was cool will definitely watch more of you guys! Hope the heads weren’t to bad 🤣 🍻

[@weshouldsaveourselves6780]

Hi Jane I'm also from Birmingham. Just wondering where do you mostly go out to eat? Its a bit random but i just never thought to ask people where they go to eat lol 😂

[@sunnyxdays1036]

As manc look forward to a Liverpool top jaw love Liverpool's food and craft beer scene .and Birmingham now on my food bucket list Guy .

[@52hermitage]

Great video in a fabulous city!

[@invictusch5356]

Loved the video. Thx for the recommendations!

[@connor240298]

About time, thank you!!!!

[@sebiq69]

So much fun. Thank you guys ❤😁💪🔥🎉

[@ozlempolat5303]

Your energy and spirit are just amazing! Another joyful video. Thanks for that!

[@topjaw]

Thanks Özlem

[@musiclover6948]

Another fantastic video! I am dying to visit the U.K again!

[@georgiabradbury]

Top video! Made me laugh the more drunk you got 🤣

[@BouchayBeats]

Always a pleasure to watchz your videos guys

[@djpeekay25]

Love this channel, but I want to know how you get through all that food in a day! I wish I could and still look trim!

[@alanmaingard7126]

Awesome lip snacking video! What brand is your jacket BTW?

[@clisaa6974]

Do an episode on the Lake District! :) Love your vids they make me miss the UK.

[@jameslovesbutter2314]

Excellent thanks. As result of this I went to the bakery and The Stag today. Highly recommend :)

[@asoumakhkh4100]

Love food in London

[@charlesratte]

Amazing - as always!

[@DrBrunoRecipes]

Lovely food 👌🏻 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a wonderful day everyone 🌻

[@topjaw]

Nice one Dr Bruno 🙏🏻

[@serinadelmar6012]

you too sir! ♥️

[@_danymal]

Awesome video as always, dudes! I get so damn jealous and inspired, not to mention hungry and thirsty as f! Could you please put subtitles on Jess when he starts heading into drunk town? Thanks😂. Keep on rocking!!

[@luciacook9098]

Yay is that duke street market!! Finally in Liverpool 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@carapowell1254]

Do NOTTS!!!

[@ImfamousGamerHD]

Can’t be long for a Nottingham episode surely?

[@iwanderaround8764]

Merrymaids Balsall Heath great place for food and the vibe is second to none. Fox and chance best Irish coffee in the UK

[@barnabaswetton]

Come to Aarhus in Denmark ... totally cool and happening and the food scene is really hitting

[@amandeepgola]

Wow 🤩 please do 48 Hours Birmingham 🤞✅

[@Sisi-vk6pn]

Can someone call Netflix, it's an emergency ! :)

[@jeannelohmann5311]

Nailed it! Again!❤️

[@adityabaruah2179]

Man y'all deserve a million subs

[@topjaw]

👍

[@maddytalksmentalhealth]

You should do Oxford or York’s food scene!!

[@topjaw]

York incoming 🙌🏻

[@guillaumeburroni9938]

Always bringing good vibes, thank you very much for that 😀

[@topjaw]

Thanks for your support

[@analeasejac4703]

another top video love this!

[@matthewwatt3650]

Well trolleyed! Nice one lads.

[@ChrisHeathFilms]

The lads are back!! Great as usual

[@danielcox5096]

I'm a Brummy it's just as good as anywhere else, the only problem is like any other major city its a dumping ground!!!!!

[@Hunrock]

Try lost and found Birmingham next time right up this video vibes

[@cryptokhan3582]

11:10 loved that bit "me"

[@sunilpatel217]

Brimmingham, 😀😋🍷🍖🔥

[@ruff1draft]

Do you guys film in 1080HD and then upload in 4K

[@FRANCODECO]

Awesome trip guys!

[@sepehr1422]

Wow so cool. Very nice👌👌. One of the best channels on KZbin. I like to see Vancouver episode one day😊❤️

[@topjaw]

On the list! Are you from there?

[@sepehr1422]

@@topjaw 🙏😊. No Im not but its my favorite city. Im planning to visit. TOPJAW is the best channel I’ve seen for traveling to cities. Very unique perspective.👌👍🙏

[@maddytalksmentalhealth]

I’d love to see the food in York!! I heard they do a Sunday roast in a Yorkshire pudding🤤🤤

[@mbalipenelopedube340]

Your videos are always fire🔥🔥

[@bailey6430]

finally another one!! Love u guys

[@topjaw]

Love you too Bailey 😍

[@DG95461]

Wish I'd seen this video before I went to Birmingham for the cricket a couple of years ago. Genuinely struggled to find decent eateries

[@topjaw]

Perhaps it's time to plan another trip then!?

[@theargoslads8803]

How do you guys not have a million subscribers and a million views per vid... I don't get it!!

[@ruff1draft]

How is Will finding the Blackmagic Pocket cinema camera 4K considering its Battery life when being used

[@karinasahota5516]

I’m from Birmingham and never even knew about these restaurants 🤣

[@neilaybhalerao8373]

Greetings from India!

[@TheMissMcKenzie1990]

Ooh I definitely need to check out medicine 🥰

[@nyjets238]

Alright topjaw it's time, get to New York!

[@sekicandy8149]

Amazing! Full of my favorites as always✨

[@cesarbahar786]

I love all your Food travel city videos! :)

[@topjaw]

👍